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People group

Hebrews

people group

Ancient ethnonym for the descendants of Abraham, used especially by outsiders or by Israelites identifying themselves to them.

35 appearances9 Bible books3 known aliases

Who or what is this?

An ancient ethnonym for the descendants of , used most often by outsiders (, Philistines) or by identifying themselves to outsiders. The term appears prominently in the patriarchal narratives, the Exodus account ('the God of the Hebrews'), the wars of 1 , and 's confession at sea. later identifies himself as 'a Hebrew of Hebrews' to assert his Jewish heritage.

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