Jabal

photo of biblical Jabal

Biography, Summary & Biblical References

⭐Roles of Jabal in the bible

Biblical figure

👨‍👦 Father

Lamech

👩‍👧 Mother

Adah

Siblings

Tubal-cain

Jubal

Naamah

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Summary

Jabal was a biblical figure mentioned in the book of Genesis as one of the descendants of Cain, the son of Adam and Eve. He is described as the father of those who dwell in tents and have livestock. Jabal is considered the father of nomads and is credited with being the first person to introduce tents and animal husbandry. He is also credited with being the founder of the musical instrument known as the harp and the organ. Beyond these few references, little else is known about Jabal.

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How many times Jabal was mentioned in the bible?

Jabal appears 1 times in the bible.

Where is the story of Jabal begins in the Bible?

Jabal first mention in the bible is in the book of Genesis, chapter 4, verse 20. Read the full chapter

FAQ

Jabal was a biblical figure mentioned in the book of Genesis as one of the descendants of Cain, the son of Adam and Eve. He is described as the father of those who dwell in tents and have livestock. Jabal is considered the father of nomads and is credited with being the first person to introduce tents and animal husbandry. He is also credited with being the founder of the musical instrument known as the harp and the organ. Beyond these few references, little else is known about Jabal.

Jabal was mentioned 1 times in the Bible.

first mention in the bible is in the book of Genesis, chapter 4, verse 20.

The mother of Jabal is Adah.

The father of Jabal is .

Tubal-cain

Jubal

Naamah