Gatam
PeopleSIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Gatam helps readers understand the complex tribal structure and lineage of the Edomites, providing context for the historical relationships between Israel and its neighbors.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Gatam reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Gatam in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Gatam 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
"Gatam." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/gatam/