Amam
LocationsGeographical Setting
Amam is a town in the lowlands of Judah mentioned in the tribal allotment lists of Joshua 15.
What is the meaning of Amam in the Bible?
Amam was a town in the lowlands of Judah, listed among the settlements allotted to the tribe in Joshua 15:26.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Amam clarifies the specific territorial boundaries assigned to Judah, illustrating the extent of the tribe's inheritance and the geographical context of the land distribution narratives in Joshua.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Amam 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 Amam in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Amam clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Joshua 15:26
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
"Amam." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/amam/