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H221 · Hebrew · Old Testament
אוּרִי
Uri
Proper noun, masculine
Uri (my flame / my light)

Definition

The Hebrew proper name Uri (אוּרִי) means "my light" or "my flame", derived from the root or/ur (light, fire). It is borne by several individuals in the Old Testament, most notably the father of Bezalel — the master craftsman who constructed the Tabernacle.

Usage & Theological Significance

The most theologically rich bearer of this name is Bezalel ben Uri (Exodus 31:2; 35:30). Bezalel was filled by God's Spirit with wisdom, understanding, and all kinds of skill to craft the Tabernacle and its furnishings. That the Spirit-filled craftsman comes from a family named "my light" is a fitting detail: the Tabernacle was God's dwelling — the place where His glory-light would visibly rest. The name Uri reminds us that true craftsmanship, creativity, and artistry are gifts of God's illumination, not merely human talent.

Key Bible Verses

Exodus 31:2 See, I have chosen Bezalel son of Uri, son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
Exodus 35:30 Moses said to the Israelites, 'See, the LORD has chosen Bezalel son of Uri, son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.'
1 Chronicles 2:20 Hur was the father of Uri, and Uri the father of Bezalel.
1 Kings 4:19 Geber son of Uri — in Gilead, the country of Sihon king of the Amorites and of Og king of Bashan.
2 Chronicles 1:5 The bronze altar that Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, had made was in Gibeon in front of the tabernacle.

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