Ahiam
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Ahiam in the Bible?
One of David's thirty heroes, son of Sharar or Sacar the Hararite.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying AHIAM as part of David's Thirty highlights the importance of loyal, elite military retainers in the consolidation of the United Monarchy of Israel.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Ahiam reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Ahiam in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Ahiam clarify?
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
"Ahiam." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/ahiam/