Ahiramite
Peopleâš¡ IN BRIEF (SUMMARY)
Ahiramite identifies an individual belonging to the lineage of Ahiram, son of Gilead, as recorded in the genealogical lists of Numbers 26:38 and 1 Chronicles 7:15.
What is the meaning of Ahiramite in the Bible?
Ahiramite identifies an individual belonging to the lineage of Ahiram, son of Gilead, as recorded in the genealogical lists of Numbers 26:38 and 1 Chronicles 7:15.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding this designation clarifies the specific tribal affiliations and family structures within the tribe of Manasseh, aiding in the accurate interpretation of biblical census records and inheritance narratives.
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Source Attribution & Provenance
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