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Cirama

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Geographical Setting

Cirama is a textual variant found in certain manuscript traditions of 1 Chronicles 4:14, representing a specific clan or settlement within the tribal territory of Simeon.

What is the meaning of Cirama in the Bible?

Cirama appears as a variant reading for Kirama in 1 Chronicles 4:14, reflecting textual transmission differences within the genealogical records of the tribe of Simeon.

SIGNIFICANCE

Recognizing Cirama as a textual variant clarifies the genealogical structure of the tribe of Simeon and highlights the importance of manuscript comparison in establishing the precise lineage of ancient Israelite clans.

Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide

Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Cirama 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 Cirama in this passage?
  • What cultural or historical assumption does Cirama clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned: 1 Chronicles 4:14

Related Topics

CharchemishSheba (1)Shual, The Land OfAkeldamaKartahKitron

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

"Cirama." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/cirama/
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