Kadmonite
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Kadmonite in the Bible?
The Kadmonites are listed in Genesis 15:19 as one of the nations inhabiting the land promised to Abraham, situated within the broader geographical and political sphere of ancient Edom.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying the Kadmonites helps clarify the specific ethnic composition of the territories described in the Abrahamic covenant, grounding the biblical narrative in the known geopolitical landscape of the ancient Near East.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Kadmonite reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Kadmonite in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Kadmonite clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Genesis 15:19
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
"Kadmonite." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/kadmonite/