Lectionary Calendar
Thursday, April 25th, 2024
the Fourth Week after Easter
Attention!
Partner with StudyLight.org as God uses us to make a difference for those displaced by Russia's war on Ukraine.
Click to donate today!

Bible Dictionaries
Mara

Holman Bible Dictionary

Search for…
or
1 2 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W Y Z
Prev Entry
Maonites
Next Entry
Marah
Resource Toolbox
Additional Links
(may' ruh) Personal name meaning “bitter,” chosen by Naomi to reflect God's bitter dealings with her in the death of her husband and sons (Ruth 1:20-21 ).

Bibliography Information
Butler, Trent C. Editor. Entry for 'Mara'. Holman Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​hbd/​m/mara.html. 1991.
adsFree icon
Ads FreeProfile