Biblical References:
Iram is mentioned in the Bible in the context of genealogies and tribal leadership. The primary reference to Iram is found in the Old Testament, specifically in the book of Genesis.

Genesis 36:43 : "Magdiel and Iram. These were the chiefs of Edom, according to their settlements in the land they possessed. This is Esau, the father of the Edomites."

Historical and Genealogical Context:
Iram is listed as one of the chiefs of Edom, a region and people descended from Esau, the brother of Jacob. The Edomites were a significant group in the ancient Near East, often interacting with the Israelites. The mention of Iram in Genesis 36 places him within the broader genealogical framework of Esau's descendants, highlighting the tribal organization and leadership structure of the Edomites.

Edom and Its Significance:
Edom, located to the southeast of Israel, was a mountainous region known for its red sandstone cliffs, which is reflected in the name "Edom," meaning "red." The Edomites were often in conflict with the Israelites, as seen in various biblical narratives. Despite these conflicts, the genealogical records in Genesis emphasize the shared ancestry of the Israelites and Edomites through Isaac and Rebekah, the parents of Esau and Jacob.

Role and Leadership:
As a chief of Edom, Iram would have held a position of authority and influence within his community. The title "chief" (Hebrew: "aluph") suggests a role akin to a tribal leader or chieftain, responsible for governance, military leadership, and the welfare of his people. The listing of chiefs in Genesis 36 underscores the organized social structure of the Edomites, with each chief representing a distinct clan or family group.

Theological Implications:
The inclusion of Iram and other Edomite chiefs in the biblical record serves to illustrate the fulfillment of God's promises to Abraham regarding the multitude of nations that would descend from him. Although the Edomites were often adversaries of Israel, their genealogical ties to the patriarchs remind readers of the complex relationships and divine purposes at work in biblical history.

Cultural and Archaeological Insights:
While specific archaeological evidence directly related to Iram is limited, the broader study of Edomite culture and settlements provides insight into the life and times of Edomite chiefs. Edomite society was known for its trade, particularly in copper, and its strategic location along key trade routes. The Edomites' interactions with neighboring cultures, including the Israelites, Moabites, and Midianites, are well-documented in both biblical and extrabiblical sources.

Conclusion:
The figure of Iram, though briefly mentioned, is part of the intricate tapestry of biblical history, representing the enduring legacy of Esau's descendants and their role in the unfolding narrative of the Old Testament.Iram

the effusion of them; a high heap

Iram

(belonging to a city), a leader of the Edomites, (Genesis 36:43; 1 Chronicles 1:54) i.e. the chief of a family or tribe. No identification of him has been found.

Citizen, chief of an Edomite tribe in Mount Seir (Genesis 36:43). IRAM

i'-ram (`iram; Septuagint variously in Gen): A "chief" of Edom (Genesis 36:43 parallel 1 Chronicles 1:54).

5902. Iram -- an Edomite
... 5901, 5902. Iram. 5903 . an Edomite. Transliteration: Iram Phonetic Spelling:
(ee-rawm') Short Definition: Iram. Word Origin from ...
/hebrew/5902.htm - 6k

The Westminster Shorter Catechism. AD 1647.
... Humiliatio Christi in eo constitit quod fuerit natus, et quidem humili conditione,
factus sub lege, quodque vit?? hujus miserias, iram Dei mortemque crucis ...
/.../the westminster shorter catechism a d.htm

Hymnus Ante Somnum
... secunda mors est. idem tamen benignus ultor retundit iram paucosque non
piorum 95 patitur perire in aevum. Huic inclitus perenne ...
/.../prudentius/the hymns of prudentius/vi hymnus ante somnum.htm

Canones Synodi Dordrechtan??.
... Benedictus autem sit in s??cula Dominus, qui postquam ad momentum faciem suam a nobis
(qui multis modis iram et indignationem ejus provocaveramus) abscondisset ...
/.../canones synodi dordrechtanae.htm

Julii Cassiani H??retici Verbis Respondet; Item Loco Quem Ex ...
... Deinde mihi videtur ignorare, iram quidera, masculam appetitionem; feminam vero,
significare cupiditatem: quorum operationera poenitentia et pudor consequuntur ...
/.../the stromata or miscellanies/caput xiii julii cassiani haeretici verbis.htm

Duo Genera H??reticorum Notat: Prius Illorum Qui Omnia Omnibus ...
... Deportant ergo ipsi quoque iram, indignationem, vitium, maledictum, turpem sermonem
ex ore suo, exuentes veterem hominem cum concupiscentiis, et induentes novum ...
/.../clement/the stromata or miscellanies/caput v duo genera haereticorum notat .htm

Hymnus Ieiunantium
... Mollitus his et talibus brevem Deus iram refrenat temperans oraculum prosper sinistrum,
prona nam clementia haud difficulter supplicem mortalium solvit reatum ...
/.../prudentius/the hymns of prudentius/vii hymnus ieiunantium.htm

Confessio Fidei Scoticana I.
... nos ante tribunal Dei nostri absolveremur: quod non modo mortem incruce atrocem,
et Dei ore execratam subierit; sed, quam peccatores meruerunt, iram patris ad ...
/.../confessio fidei scoticana i.htm

Appendix i. Pseudepigraphic Writings
... vii.3-10: (3) Et regnabunt de his homines pestilentiosi et impii, dicentes se esse
iustos, (4) et hi suscitabunt iram animorum suorum, qui erunt homines dolosi ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/appendix i pseudepigraphic writings.htm

The Westminster Confession of Faith. AD 1647.
... misericordiam pro libitu exhibet abstinetve) in gloriam suprem?? su?? in creaturas
potestatis, pr??terire; eosque ordinare ad ignominiam et iram pro peccatis ...
/.../the westminster confession of faith.htm

Articuli xxxix. Ecclesi?? Anglican??. AD 1562.
... distet, ad malum sua natura propendeat, et caro semper aduersus spiritum concupiscat.
Vnde in vno quoque nascentium, iram Dei atque damnationem meretur. ...
/.../articuli xxxix ecclesiae anglicanae a d.htm

Iram (2 Occurrences)
...IRAM. i'-ram (`iram; Septuagint variously in Gen): A "chief" of Edom (Genesis
36:43 parallel 1 Chronicles 1:54). Multi-Version Concordance Iram (2 Occurrences). ...
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Zephi (1 Occurrence)
... In Genesis 36:43 the Septuagint has Zaphoei (= tsepho, ie Zepho), for
Iram. Skinner holds it probable that the two names, Zepho ...
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Zepho (3 Occurrences)
... In Genesis 36:43 the Septuagint has Zaphoei (= tsepho, ie Zepho), for
Iram. Skinner holds it probable that the two names, Zepho ...
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Dukes (14 Occurrences)
... Genesis 36:43 Duke Magdiel, duke Iram: these be the dukes of Edom, according to
their habitations in the land of their possession: he is Esau the father of the ...
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Magdiel (2 Occurrences)
... Magdiel (2 Occurrences). Genesis 36:43 chief Magdiel, and chief Iram. ... (WEB KJV JPS
ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). 1 Chronicles 1:54 chief Magdiel, chief Iram. ...
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Duke (14 Occurrences)
... Genesis 36:43 Duke Magdiel, duke Iram: these be the dukes of Edom, according to
their habitations in the land of their possession: he is Esau the father of the ...
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Occupied (32 Occurrences)
... so occupied were not benefited. (WEB KJV ASV WBS YLT NAS). Genesis 36:43
chief Magdiel, and chief Iram. These are the chiefs of Edom ...
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Irascible (1 Occurrence)

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Irad (1 Occurrence)

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Reference (23 Occurrences)
... Genesis 36:43 chief Magdiel, chief Iram: these 'are' chiefs of Edom, in reference
to their dwellings, in the land of their possession; he 'is' Esau father of ...
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