Piram
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Piram in the Bible?
Piram was a king of Jarmuth who joined other Amorite kings in opposing Joshua's invasion. He is mentioned in Joshua 10:3.
SIGNIFICANCE
Piram's involvement in the coalition against Joshua highlights the resistance faced by the Israelites as they conquered Canaan.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Piram reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Piram in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Piram clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Joshua 10:3
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
"Piram." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/piram/