How did the Hebrews get their name?

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This is for my religon exam

2006-11-12 04:43:34 · 4 answers · asked by paintball 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality

Abraham lived in Hebron for a time.

2006-11-12 04:46:09 · answer #1 · answered by Calvin James Hammer 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

It means something along the lines of "those from over (or across) the river" or "those that crossed the river."

2006-11-12 12:47:23 · answer #2 · answered by N 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋

It means.."those that crossed the river"

The Eber River

"Hebrews" was originally two words. He-Brews... referring to a coffee maker.

2006-11-12 12:46:10 · answer #4 · answered by Chris R 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋