Jereboam
/ˌdʒɛrəˈboʊ.əm/noun
A biblical figure known for being the first king of the northern kingdom of Israel.
Did you know?The name Jereboam translates to 'the people are many', symbolizing both a rise to power and the fracturing of a united kingdom—a tale of ambition and division.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Hebrew
Hebrew
יָרָבְעָם (Yarav‘am)
“He will contend with the people.”
7th Century BCE
Hebrew
יָרְבָעָם (Yorvām)
“The name used during the time of the divided monarchy.”
English Biblical Translations
English
Jereboam
“Adopted into English as the name of the king, symbolizing leadership and division.”
Modern Usage
English
Jereboam
“Used in modern contexts to symbolize ambition and the complexities of rulership.”