Zemarite
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Zemarite in the Bible?
The Zemarites were a Canaanite people mentioned in Genesis 10:18 and 1 Chronicles 1:16, with their name likely surviving in the modern village of Sumra.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying the Zemarites helps readers understand the specific tribal divisions and geographical spread of Canaanite societies during the patriarchal period.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Zemarite reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Zemarite in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Zemarite clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Genesis 10:181 Chronicles 1:16
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
"Zemarite." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/zemarite/