Who was Naaman?

Healed of leprosy

The story of Naaman

Naaman - Commander of the army
Naaman - Commander of the army
Commander of the army

Naaman was a biblical figure from the Old Testament. He was a commander of the army of the King of Aram and was highly respected for his courage and success in battle. Naaman was a leper, and his affliction was cured by the prophet Elisha. Naaman's parents are not mentioned in the Bible, but he had two siblings, Hazael and Ben-Hadad. Naaman is best known for his healing from leprosy. After being told by Elisha to bathe in the Jordan River seven times, Naaman was healed. He was so grateful for his healing that he offered a large reward to Elisha, who refused it. Naaman then declared his faith in the God of Israel and returned to his home in Aram. Naaman's story is an example of faith and humility. He was willing to humble himself and follow the instructions of a prophet of God, even though it seemed strange to him. His faith was rewarded with healing, and his story is a reminder to us that God can do the impossible.

Name meaning

pleasant

Name origin

Hebrew

Role

Commander of the army

First mention

Genesis 46:21

Appearances in the Bible

15 mentions

Naaman in the Bible

Explore all 5 chapters where Naaman appears

Genesis

Chapter 46

Jacob and His Family Move to Egypt

Jacob and his family move to Egypt and settle in the land of Goshen.

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Numbers

Chapter 26

The Census of the Israelites

A second census is taken of the Israelites and the land is apportioned among the tribes.

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Luke

Chapter 4

The Temptation of Jesus

Jesus is tempted by Satan and begins His ministry in Galilee.

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2 Kings

Chapter 5

Naaman's Healing

Naaman, a commander of the Syrian army, is healed of leprosy by Elisha and becomes a believer in the Lord.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 8

Descendants of Benjamin

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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