Tabrimmon
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Tabrimmon in the Bible?
Tabrimmon was the father of Ben-hadad, king of Aram-Damascus, and is mentioned in 1 Kings 15:18.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Tabrimmon as the predecessor of Ben-hadad clarifies the dynastic lineage of the Aramean kings who were primary geopolitical rivals to the northern kingdom of Israel during the reigns of Asa and Baasha.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Tabrimmon reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Tabrimmon in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Tabrimmon clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Kings 15:18
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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
"Tabrimmon." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/tabrimmon/