Hamonah
LocationsGeographical Setting
Hamonah is a symbolic place name in Ezekiel 39:11-16 denoting the Valley of Hamon Gog, where the remains of Gog's army are buried.
What is the meaning of Hamonah in the Bible?
Hamonah is a symbolic location described in the Book of Ezekiel where the defeated army of Gog is buried.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing that Hamonah derives from a Hebrew root meaning 'multitude' clarifies the prophetic emphasis on the overwhelming scale of the divine judgment against Gog's forces.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Hamonah 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 Hamonah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Hamonah 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
"Hamonah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/hamonah/