Jump to: Hitchcock's • ATS • ISBE • Easton's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Hebrew • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Introduction: Uz is a geographical and genealogical term found in the Bible, often associated with the land where Job, the central figure of the Book of Job, resided. The name Uz appears in various contexts, indicating both a person and a region, and is significant in understanding the historical and biblical landscape. Genealogical References: Uz is first mentioned as a descendant of Shem, one of Noah's sons. In Genesis 10:22-23 , it states, "The sons of Shem: Elam, Asshur, Arphaxad, Lud, and Aram. The sons of Aram: Uz, Hul, Gether, and Mash." This genealogical listing places Uz as a grandson of Shem, suggesting a Semitic origin. Another mention of Uz is found in Genesis 22:20-21 , where Uz is listed as a son of Nahor, Abraham's brother: "Some time later Abraham was told, 'Milcah has also borne sons to your brother Nahor: Uz the firstborn, his brother Buz, Kemuel (the father of Aram).'" This reference indicates a familial connection to the patriarch Abraham, further embedding Uz within the biblical narrative. Geographical Significance: The land of Uz is most famously known as the setting for the Book of Job. Job 1:1 introduces the region: "There was a man in the land of Uz whose name was Job. And this man was blameless and upright, fearing God and shunning evil." The exact location of Uz is not definitively known, but it is traditionally considered to be in the region of Edom, southeast of Israel, based on Lamentations 4:21 : "Rejoice and be glad, O Daughter of Edom, you who dwell in the land of Uz." Historical and Cultural Context: The land of Uz, as depicted in the Book of Job, is characterized by its wealth and prosperity, with Job being described as a man of great means. The cultural setting suggests a society familiar with both pastoral and agricultural practices, as well as a deep engagement with philosophical and theological questions, as evidenced by the dialogues in the Book of Job. Theological Implications: Uz serves as a backdrop for the exploration of profound theological themes, particularly the nature of suffering and divine justice. The narrative of Job, set in Uz, challenges readers to consider the complexities of faith, righteousness, and the sovereignty of God. The land of Uz, therefore, is not merely a geographical location but a symbolic space for divine-human interaction and revelation. Conclusion: While the precise historical and geographical details of Uz remain somewhat elusive, its significance in the biblical narrative is undeniable. As both a genealogical figure and a geographical region, Uz plays a crucial role in the unfolding account of God's people and the exploration of enduring theological questions. Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary UzATS Bible Dictionary UzThe land in which Job dwelt, Job 1:1 Jeremiah 25:20 La 4:21. The Seventy call it Ausitis. It appears to have been a region in Arabia Deserta, between Palestine, Idumaea, and the Euphrates, and most probably not far from the borders of Idumaea. It is uncertain whether its inhabitants were descendants of Uz the son of Aram, Huz the son of Nahor, or Uz the Horite, Genesis 10:23 22:21 36:28. They appear to have had much knowledge of the true God and the principles of virtue and religion. Easton's Bible Dictionary Fertile land. (1.) The son of Aram, and grandson of Shem (Genesis 10:23; 1 Chronicles 1:17). (2.) One of the Horite "dukes" in the land of Edom (Genesis 36:28). (3.) The eldest son of Nahor, Abraham's brother (Genesis 22:21, R.V.). Uz, The land of Where Job lived (1:1; Jeremiah 25:20; Lamentations 4:21), probably somewhere to the east or south-east of Palestine and north of Edom. It is mentioned in Scripture only in these three passages. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia UZ (1)uz (uts 'erets uts; Os, Ox, Ausitis): UZ (2) ('uts; Septuagint Ausitis; Vulgate (Jerome's Latin Bible, 390-405 A.D.) Ausitis): The home of the patriarch Job (Job 1:1 Jeremiah 25:20, "all the kings of the land of Uz"; La 4:21, "daughter of Edom, that dwellest in the land of Uz"). The land of Uz was, no doubt, the pasturing-ground inhabited by one of the tribes of that name, if indeed there be more than one tribe intended. The following are the determining data occurring in the Book of Job. The country was subject to raids by Chaldeans and Sabeans (1:15, 17); Job's three friends were a Temanite, a Naamathite and a Shuhite (2:11); Elihu was a Buzite (32:2); and Job himself is called one of the children of the East (Qedhem). The Chaldeans (kasdim, descendants of Chesed, son of Nahor, Genesis 22:22) inhabited Mesopotamia; a branch of the Sabeans also appears to have taken up its abode in Northern Arabia (see SHEBA). Teman (Genesis 36:11) is often synonymous with Edom. The meaning of the designation amathite is unknown, but Shuah was a son of Keturah the wife of Abraham (Genesis 25:2), and so connected with Nahor. Shuah is identified with Suhu, mentioned by Tiglath-pileser I as lying one day's journey from Carchemish; and a "land of Uzza" is named by Shalmaneser II as being in the same neighborhood. Buz is a brother of Uz ("Huz," Genesis 22:21) and son of Nahor. Esar-haddon, in an expedition toward the West, passed through Bazu and Hazu, no doubt the same tribes. Abraham sent his children, other than Isaac (so including Shuah), "eastward to the land of Qedhem" (Genesis 25:6). These factors point to the land of Uz as lying somewhere to the Northeast of Palestine. Tradition supports such a site. Josephus says "Uz founded Trachonitis and Damascus" (Ant., I, vi, 4). Arabian tradition places the scene of Job s sufferings in the Hauran at Deir Eiyub (Job's monastery) near Nawa. There is a spring there, which. he made to flow by striking the rock with his foot (Koran 38 41), and his tomb. The passage in the Koran is, however, also made to refer to Job's Well. Strong's Hebrew 5756. uz -- to take or seek refuge... 5755, 5756. uz. 5757 . to take or seek refuge. Transliteration: uz Phonetic Spelling: (ooz) Short Definition: bring. ... 5755, 5756. uz. 5757 . Strong's Numbers /hebrew/5756.htm - 6k 5780. Uts -- a son of Aram, also a son of Nahor, also an Edomite ... 4581. maoz -- a place or means of safety, protection 498. Eluzay -- "God is my strength," one of David's heroes Library So Die Bluomen Uz Dem Grase Dringent From the Flood to Abraham I Know that My Redeemer Liveth How Every Nation was Denominated from their First Inhabitants. Chapter xxxvi Christian Singers of Germany Massillon -- the Small Number of the Elect Christian Sympathy The Good Man Useful in Life and Happy in Death. Here Followeth the History of Job Thesaurus Uz (8 Occurrences)... (3.) The eldest son of Nahor, Abraham's brother (Genesis 22:21, RV). Uz, The land of. Where ... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. UZ (1). uz... /u/uz.htm - 14k Uz'ziel (16 Occurrences) Je'uz (1 Occurrence) Uz'zen-she'erah (1 Occurrence) Pe'rez-uz'zah (1 Occurrence) Pe'rez-uz'za (1 Occurrence) Uzziel (17 Occurrences) Uzza (10 Occurrences) Uzzah (10 Occurrences) Uzzen-sheerah (1 Occurrence) Resources What is the importance of the land of Uz in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgQuestions about Places in the Bible (All) | GotQuestions.org Questions about Job | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Uz (8 Occurrences)Genesis 10:23 Genesis 22:21 Genesis 36:28 1 Chronicles 1:17 1 Chronicles 1:42 Job 1:1 Jeremiah 25:20 Lamentations 4:21 Subtopics Uz: A Country of: Unknown Location: Home of Job Uz: A Country of: Unknown Location: Prophecies Concerning Related Terms |
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