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What does the prefix "Bar" mean in a name?


son of
tree of
light of
house of

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The answer is: son of

Matthew 1:12 - The prefix "Bar" translates to "son of," a detail seen in names like "Bartholomew." This Hebrew construct signifies lineage, highlighting the importance of family heritage in biblical narratives. Similar prefixes include "Ben," as in Benjamin, reinforcing the significance of ancestral connections throughout Scripture.

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