Jonam
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Jonam in the Bible?
Jonam is identified as an ancestor of Jesus in the genealogical record presented in Luke 3:30.
SIGNIFICANCE
Including Jonam in the lineage helps trace the ancestral line of Jesus back to Abraham and Adam, emphasizing the continuity of the human family in the biblical narrative.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jonam reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jonam in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jonam clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Luke 3:30
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
"Jonam." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jonam/