Hadadrimmon
LocationsGeographical Setting
Hadadrimmon is a toponym mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in Zechariah 12:11, traditionally identified with the site of Megiddo.
What is the meaning of Hadadrimmon in the Bible?
Hadadrimmon appears alongside Megiddon in Zechariah 12:11 as a site of mourning. While historically associated with the plain of Megiddo, its precise identification remains a subject of scholarly debate.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding Hadadrimmon provides context for the prophetic imagery of national mourning in Zechariah, linking the text to historical events such as the death of King Josiah or ancient fertility cult rituals associated with the Megiddo region.
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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.