Jump to: Hitchcock's • Smith's • ATS • Easton's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Hebrew • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia The Kadmonites are mentioned in the Bible as one of the ancient peoples inhabiting the land promised by God to Abram (later Abraham). They are referenced in Genesis 15:19, where God makes a covenant with Abram, promising him the land from the river of Egypt to the great river, the Euphrates. The passage reads: "the land of the Kenites, Kenizzites, Kadmonites" (Genesis 15:19).Historical Context The Kadmonites are considered one of the lesser-known groups among the various tribes listed in the covenantal promise. The name "Kadmonites" is derived from the Hebrew word "qadmoni," which means "eastern" or "ancient." This etymology suggests that the Kadmonites were likely an ancient people living to the east of Canaan, possibly in the region that would later be associated with the Transjordan or the Arabian desert. Biblical Significance The mention of the Kadmonites in Genesis 15 is significant as it underscores the vastness of the land promised to Abram's descendants. This promise is foundational to the Abrahamic Covenant, which is central to the narrative of the Israelites and their claim to the Promised Land. The inclusion of the Kadmonites among the other tribes highlights the comprehensive nature of God's promise, which encompasses a wide geographical area and a diverse group of peoples. Cultural and Theological Implications From a theological perspective, the Kadmonites, like the other tribes mentioned in Genesis 15, represent the fulfillment of God's promise to Abram. The eventual conquest and settlement of these lands by the Israelites, as narrated in the books of Joshua and Judges, are seen as the realization of this divine promise. The presence of the Kadmonites in the biblical text serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness and the unfolding of His redemptive plan through the history of Israel. Archaeological and Historical Considerations There is limited archaeological evidence specifically identifying the Kadmonites, and they are not prominently featured in extrabiblical historical records. This lack of evidence has led to various scholarly interpretations regarding their exact location and cultural identity. Some scholars suggest that the Kadmonites may have been a nomadic or semi-nomadic group, which could account for the scarcity of archaeological findings. Conclusion While the Kadmonites are not extensively detailed in the biblical narrative, their inclusion in the covenantal promise to Abram highlights the breadth of God's promise and the diverse peoples inhabiting the ancient Near East. Their mention serves as a testament to the historical and theological depth of the biblical text, reflecting the complex interactions between the Israelites and their neighboring peoples. Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary KadmonitesSmith's Bible Dictionary Kadmonites(Orientals), The, a people named in (Genesis 15:19) only; one of the nations who at that time occupied the land (Canaan) promised to the descendants of Abram. The name is probably a synonym for the Bene-Kedem --the "children of the East." ATS Bible Dictionary KadmonitesGenesis 15:19, a tribe of Canaanites who inhabited the promised land east of the Jordan, about mount Hermon. Some have fancied that Cadmus, the supposed inventor of the Greek alphabet, and who came from the East, was a Kadmonite. If so, he only introduced into Greece the alphabet of his own country, since the Greek letters are obviously derived from the Phoenician or ancient Hebrew letters. Easton's Bible Dictionary Orientals, the name of a Canaanitish tribe which inhabited the north-eastern part of Palestine in the time of Abraham (Genesis 15:19). Probably they were identical with the "children of the east," who inhabited the country between Palestine and the Euphrates. Strong's Hebrew 6935. Qadmoni -- "easterners," a tribe whose land Abraham was to ...... Kadmonites. The same as qadmowniy; ancient, ie Aboriginal; Kadmonite (collectively), the name of a tribe in Palestine -- Kadmonites. see HEBREW qadmowniy. ... /hebrew/6935.htm - 6k Library Of the Cities of Refuge. Of the Meaning of the Sacrifice Abraham was Commanded to Offer ... The Nations of the South-East Thesaurus Kadmonites (1 Occurrence)... Multi-Version Concordance Kadmonites (1 Occurrence). Genesis 15:19 the Kenites, the Kenizzites, the Kadmonites, (WEB KJV DBY WBS NIV). ... /k/kadmonites.htm - 7k Kadmonite (1 Occurrence) Kenites (8 Occurrences) Kad'monites (1 Occurrence) Kenizzite (4 Occurrences) Kenite (9 Occurrences) Kenizzites (1 Occurrence) Resources Who were the Perizzites in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgWhy was Abraham promised land that belonged to others (Genesis 12)? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Kadmonites (1 Occurrence)Genesis 15:19 Subtopics Related Terms |
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