Abel-Cheramim
LocationsGeographical Setting
Abel-Cheramim is an unidentified toponym in the territory of Ammon referenced in the biblical narrative of Jephthah.
What is the meaning of Abel-Cheramim in the Bible?
A city mentioned in Judges 11:33, summarizing Jephthah's campaign against the Ammonites. The site has not been identified.
SIGNIFICANCE
Its mention provides historical context for Jephthah's military campaign against the Ammonites.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Abel-Cheramim held strategic importance. Understanding its position and trade routes explains why key biblical events unfolded here.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Abel-Cheramim in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Abel-Cheramim clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Judges 11:33
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Abel-Cheramim." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/abelcheramim/