What is the meaning of Deborah in the Bible?

Answer 1

There were two Deborah's in The Bible. The first one was the nurse of Rebekah, who became Isaac's wife.

The second one was a prophetess in ancient Israel. She was also a judge in the land.

She is discussed in the Bible Book of Judges, mostly in chapters 4 & 5.

Additional Comment:

There is no mention of the nurse of Rebekah being the wife of Isaac. This is a human assumption.

Answer 2

She was a Jewish prophetess, found in Judges ch.4 and 5, who served as one of the Judges who adjudicated according to Torah-law. She is famous for having been involved in the miraculous victory of the Israelites over a Canaanite general named Sisera, who had waged war with them (ibid).

Answer 3

She is the first woman in history to be the first Hebrew judge :)

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Answer 4

Deborah is an excellent example of a woman God used as a leader. Deborah is an excellent example of a woman God used as a leader.

Answer 5

Deborah was a prophetess, you can read about it in the book of Judges chapter 4 verse 4.

Answer 6

The more well-known woman was a 'Judge' and Prophet of Israel. Deborah was also a nurse for Rebekah - Jacob's wife.

Answer 7

If you are asking about Deborah, a Judge of Israel, it begins in Judges 4.

Answer 8

The first Hebrew judge