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Jairus

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Jairus from Ιαιρος (Iairos), the Greek form of Jair used in the New Testament, where it belongs to the father of a young girl brought back to life by Jesus.

Biblical namesake: Jairus was a synagogue leader whose daughter was raised from the dead by Jesus, a story told in the Gospels as a sign of faith and compassion. (Mark · Mark 5:22-43, Luke 8:41-56)

Biblical2 syllables · /ˈdʒɛr.əs/

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