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  1. Jethro (biblical figure) - Wikipedia

    Jethro is called a priest of Midian and became father-in-law of Moses after he gave his daughter, Zipporah, in marriage to Moses. He is introduced in Exodus 2:18.

  2. 13 Facts You Should Know About Jethro - Chabad.org

    Jethro (also known as Yitro or Yisro) was a Midianite priest and Moses’ father-in-law, whose destiny was tied to the Jewish nation. An idol worshiper who embraced the truth of Judaism, …

  3. Who was Jethro in the Bible? - GotQuestions.org

    Jan 4, 2022 · Jethro was the father-in-law of Moses and father of Zipporah. Jethro is first mentioned in the Bible in Exodus 2:16 where he is described as “a priest of Midian.” He is also …

  4. Jethro in the Bible - Biblical Archaeology Society

    May 15, 2025 · Moses’ father-in-law, Jethro, is a devoted family man, well respected for his advice on governing and his benevolent leadership of the tribes of Midian.

  5. What Do We Know about Moses' Father-in-Law Jethro?

    Apr 15, 2024 · Jethro in the Bible is Moses' father-in-law and the priest of Midian. He offered Moses refuge when he fled Egypt and later gave Moses crucial leadership and delegation …

  6. Jethro | Hebrew Priest, Midianite Priest, Exodus Leader | Britannica

    Jethro, in the Old Testament, priest of Midian of the Kenite clan, with whom Moses took refuge after he killed an Egyptian and whose daughter Moses married (Exodus 3:1). After the …

  7. Who was Jethro in the Bible?

    Jethro appears in the Hebrew Scriptures as the father-in-law of Moses and a significant figure whose wisdom influenced Israel’s early governance. In the Book of Exodus, he is recorded …

  8. Jethro - Encyclopedia of The Bible - Bible Gateway

    In addition to reuniting Moses and his family, the visit of Jethro was important for at least two reasons: (1) he either acknowledged or reaffirmed his faith in the supremacy of Israel’s God, …

  9. Who was Jethro in the Old Testament? - BibleAsk

    Oct 10, 2024 · Jethro, a figure in the Old Testament, is most notably known as Moses ’ father-in-law and a priest of Midian. His story unfolds primarily in the book of Exodus, where he plays a …

  10. Jethro - Jewish Virtual Library

    Jethro was the first to utter a benediction to God for the wonders performed for the Israelites. It was a reproach to Moses and the 600,000 Israelites that they did not bless the Lord until …