The story of Marah
Marah was a biblical figure mentioned in the Book of Exodus. She was the daughter of Caleb and the sister of Hur. She was the wife of Hezron, the son of Perez, and the mother of Ram and Amminadab. Marah is best known for being the place where the Israelites stopped after leaving Egypt. It was here that Moses was able to sweeten the bitter waters of Marah with a piece of wood, thus providing the Israelites with a source of fresh water. This event is seen as a symbol of God's provision for his people. Marah is also mentioned in the Book of Numbers, where she is listed as one of the daughters of Caleb. She is also mentioned in the Book of Ruth, where she is listed as the mother of Amminadab. Marah is remembered as a symbol of God's provision for his people. Her story is a reminder that God is always there to provide for us, even in the most difficult of times.
Name meaning
The name "Marah" has its origins in Hebrew and is most commonly associated with the word "bitter." It appears in the Bible, specifically in the Book of Exodus, where Marah is the name of a location where the Israelites found bitter water after their escape from Egypt. The water was made sweet by a miracle performed by Moses. Because of this biblical context, the name is often symbolic of bitterness or challenging experiences that can ultimately be transformed into something better.
Name origin
Hebrew
First mention
Exodus 15:23
Appearances in the Bible
3 mentions