Ahinoam
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Ahinoam in the Bible?
Ahinoam, daughter of Ahimaaz, was one of King David's wives and the mother of his firstborn son, Amnon.
SIGNIFICANCE
Her narrative illustrates the political alliances and marital arrangements that characterized the transition of power from the house of Saul to the house of David in ancient Israel.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Ahinoam reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Ahinoam in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Ahinoam 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
"Ahinoam." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/ahinoam/