Βοσόρ, Βεώρ
Bosor, Beōr
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Beor
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Bosor, Beor is the name used in 2 Peter 2:15 for Balaam’s father.
The sole attested use presents Βοσὸρ as the genitive masculine name identifying Balaam as the son of Beor in 2 Peter 2:15.
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Balaam’s father named in a filial phrase · dominant
In 2 Peter 2:15, Βοσὸρ is a genitive singular masculine noun in the phrase identifying Balaam as Beor’s son. The APB renders the clause “Balaam son of Beor” within the description of those who followed Balaam’s way.
In the Anselm Project Bible: In 2 Peter 2:15, the APB presents the name in “Balaam son of Beor.” This identifies the clause’s presentation rather than a separate translation of the form.