People of the Bible · Tribe of Judah

Heman, son of Zerah

The name Heman means “their trouble; tumult; much; in great number.” Heman is mentioned in 1 verse of the Bible, first in 1 Chronicles 2:6.

Family of Heman

Who was Heman?

1 Kings 4:31; 1 Chr. 2:6, a son of Zerah, noted for his wisdom.

Biography adapted from Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897), public domain, linked via Theographic Bible Metadata.

Key verses about Heman

  • 1 Chronicles 2:6

    And the sons of Zerah; Zimri, and Ethan, and Heman, and Calcol, and Dara: five of them in all.

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