Naamah (1)
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Naamah (1) in the Bible?
Naamah appears in Genesis as the daughter of Lamech and Zillah and sister of Tubal-cain, and in 1 Kings as an Ammonitish woman who married King Solomon and became the mother of Rehoboam.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing the distinction between these two figures prevents chronological confusion in biblical genealogies and highlights the political alliances formed through Solomon's marriages with foreign princesses.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Naamah (1) reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Naamah (1) in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Naamah (1) 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
"Naamah (1)." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/naamah-1/