Dorymenes
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Dorymenes in the Bible?
Dorymenes was the father of Ptolemy Macron and served as a general in the army of Antiochus IV Epiphanes, appearing in 1 Maccabees 3:38 and 2 Maccabees 4:45.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Dorymenes clarifies the specific Seleucid military leadership involved in the suppression of the Maccabean revolt, providing historical context for the political and military conflicts described in the biblical narratives.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Dorymenes reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Dorymenes in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Dorymenes clarify?
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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
"Dorymenes." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/dorymenes/