Jekameam
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Jekameam in the Bible?
Jekameam is recorded as the head of a Levitical house in 1 Chronicles 23:19 and 24:23, with the etymology of his name potentially deriving from the Hebrew element 'am' meaning people or nation.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Jekameam clarifies the specific lineage and organizational structure of the Levitical clans responsible for temple service, providing context for the administrative divisions described in the Chronicler's account.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jekameam reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jekameam in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jekameam clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 23:19
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
"Jekameam." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jekameam/