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Zuzim

People

What is the meaning of Zuzim in the Bible?

A people conquered by Chedorlaomer, dwelling in Ham, a region east of the Jordan, and possibly identified with the Zamzummim.

SIGNIFICANCE

The Zuzim are significant as one of the nations conquered by Chedorlaomer, providing insight into the geography and peoples of ancient Mesopotamia.

Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide

Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Zuzim reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
  • Why did the biblical author mention Zuzim in this passage?
  • What cultural or historical assumption does Zuzim 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

"Zuzim." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/zuzim/
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