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Jubal

Jubal (name) means a biblical figure, the son of Lamech, described in Genesis as an ancestor of musicians. Example: “Jubal is remembered in Genesis as the father of those who play the harp and flute.”

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A biblical figure, the son of Lamech, described in Genesis as an ancestor of musicians.
"Jubal is remembered in Genesis as the father of those who play the harp and flute."

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In plain EnglishA biblical name associated with the origins of music.

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Etymology

From the Hebrew name Yuval.

Origin: Hebrew

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What does “Jubal” mean?

The word “Jubal” means a biblical figure, the son of Lamech, described in Genesis as an ancestor of musicians. In plain terms, a biblical name associated with the origins of music.

How do you use “Jubal” in a sentence?

Here is “Jubal” used in a sentence: “Jubal is remembered in Genesis as the father of those who play the harp and flute.”

What part of speech is “Jubal”?

“Jubal” is a name.

Where does the word “Jubal” come from?

The word “Jubal” comes from Hebrew. From the Hebrew name Yuval.

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