Enam
TextsWhat is the meaning of Enam in the Bible?
Enam is a toponym listed in 1 Chronicles 4:33 as one of the cities belonging to the tribe of Simeon.
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Enam clarifies the geographical extent of the tribe of Simeon and highlights the textual variations present in the biblical record of tribal allotments.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Manuscript & Literary Context: Notice how Enam functions as an authoritative historical witness connecting earlier prophetic promises with scripture's broader fulfillment.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Enam in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Enam clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 4:33
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
"Enam." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/enam/