Zalmunna
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Zalmunna in the Bible?
Zalmunna was a king of the Midianites mentioned in the Book of Judges. He and his contemporary, Zebah, were defeated and killed by Gideon during a military campaign.
SIGNIFICANCE
The account serves as a narrative example of the conflict between the early Israelites and the nomadic tribes of the Arabian peninsula.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Zalmunna reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Zalmunna in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Zalmunna clarify?
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
"Zalmunna." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/zalmunna/