Addon
TextsWhat is the meaning of Addon in the Bible?
ADDON represents a specific orthographic variant of the name Addan within the textual history of 1 Chronicles 4:17, reflecting differences in manuscript transmission rather than a distinct historical entity.
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this variant aids in understanding the complexity of biblical manuscript transmission and helps readers navigate discrepancies between different Bible translations and source texts.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Manuscript & Literary Context: Notice how Addon functions as an authoritative historical witness connecting earlier prophetic promises with scripture's broader fulfillment.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Addon in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Addon clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 4:17
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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
"Addon." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/addon/