Overview:
Raama is a biblical figure mentioned in the genealogies of the Old Testament. He is recognized as a descendant of Cush, making him part of the Hamitic lineage. Raama is noted for being the progenitor of several ancient peoples and regions, which played significant roles in the trade and cultural exchanges of the ancient Near East.

Biblical References:
Raama is mentioned in the genealogical records of Genesis and 1 Chronicles. In Genesis 10:7 , it states: "The sons of Cush: Seba, Havilah, Sabtah, Raamah, and Sabteca. And the sons of Raamah: Sheba and Dedan." Similarly, 1 Chronicles 1:9 repeats this genealogy: "The sons of Cush: Seba, Havilah, Sabtah, Raamah, and Sabteca. The sons of Raamah: Sheba and Dedan."

Genealogical Significance:
Raama is a son of Cush, who is a son of Ham, one of Noah's three sons. This places Raama within the Table of Nations, which outlines the descendants of Noah's sons and their respective territories and peoples. Raama's lineage is significant as it connects to the broader narrative of the dispersion of nations and the fulfillment of God's command to "fill the earth" (Genesis 9:1).

Descendants and Associated Regions:
Raama is the father of Sheba and Dedan, two names that are frequently associated with regions known for their wealth and trade. Sheba is often linked to the kingdom of the Queen of Sheba, who visited King Solomon, bringing gifts of gold, spices, and precious stones (1 Kings 10:1-2). Dedan is associated with a trading people mentioned in prophetic literature, known for their caravans and commerce (Ezekiel 27:15).

Historical and Geographical Context:
The descendants of Raama are believed to have settled in regions that are part of modern-day Arabia. The mention of Sheba and Dedan suggests a connection to the Arabian Peninsula, which was a hub of trade routes connecting Africa, the Near East, and the Indian subcontinent. These regions were known for their wealth in natural resources, including incense, spices, and gold, which were highly valued in ancient economies.

Cultural and Economic Influence:
Raama's descendants, through Sheba and Dedan, played a crucial role in the trade networks of the ancient world. The wealth and prosperity of these regions are highlighted in biblical narratives, underscoring the economic influence they wielded. The interactions between these regions and Israel, as seen in the visit of the Queen of Sheba to Solomon, illustrate the cultural exchanges and diplomatic relations that were part of the ancient Near Eastern world.

Prophetic References:
In the prophetic books, Raama and his descendants are occasionally mentioned in the context of judgment and the shifting dynamics of power among nations. Ezekiel 27:22 refers to the merchants of Sheba and Raamah trading with Tyre, indicating their involvement in international commerce. This highlights the interconnectedness of ancient economies and the role of Raama's lineage in these broader narratives.

Conclusion:
Raama, as a biblical figure, represents a link in the genealogical and historical tapestry of the ancient world. His descendants, Sheba and Dedan, are emblematic of the wealth and trade that characterized the regions associated with his lineage. Through these connections, Raama's legacy is woven into the broader account of the nations and their interactions as recorded in the biblical text.RAAMA

ra'-a-ma (ra`ma'): Thus spelled only in 1 Chronicles 1:9; elsewhere "Raamah" (ra`mah). A son of Cush and father of Sheba and Dedan (Genesis 10:7 = 1 Chronicles 1:9). In Ezekiel's lament over Tyre (Ezekiel 27:22) the tribe of Raamah is mentioned along with Sheba as a mercantile people who provided the inhabitants of Tyre with spices, precious stones and gold. It has generally been identified with Regina, mentioned by Ptolemy and Steph. Byzantr. as a city in Southeastern Arabia on the shores of the Persian Gulf. The Septuagint (Rhegma) itself supposes this site. But the Arabic name of the city here indicated is spelled with a "g" and so gives rise to a phonological difficulty. A more probable identification has been found in the Sabean ra`mah in Southwestern Arabia near Me`in in the north of Marib. Me`in was the capital of the old Minaean kingdom.

A. S. Fulton

7484. Ramah -- "trembling," son of Cush, also a trading people
... Word Origin from the same as raam Definition "trembling," son of Cush, also a
trading people NASB Word Usage Raama (1), Raamah (4). Raamah. ...
/hebrew/7484.htm - 6kRaama (1 Occurrence)
...RAAMA. ra'-a-ma (ra`ma'): Thus spelled only in 1 Chronicles 1:9; elsewhere "Raamah"
(ra`mah). ... AS Fulton. Multi-Version Concordance Raama (1 Occurrence). ...
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Ra'ama (1 Occurrence)
Ra'ama. Raama, Ra'ama. Raamah . ... Ra'ama (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 1:9 The
sons of Cush: Seba, and Havilah, and Sabta, and Raama, and Sabteca. ...
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Sab'teca (2 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). 1 Chronicles 1:9 And the sons of Cush: Seba, and Havilah, and Sabta,
and Raama, and Sabteca. And the sons of Raama: Sheba, and Dedan. (See RSV). ...
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Hav'ilah (6 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). 1 Chronicles 1:9 And the sons of Cush: Seba, and Havilah, and Sabta,
and Raama, and Sabteca. And the sons of Raama: Sheba, and Dedan. (See RSV). ...
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Quoting (1 Occurrence)

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Ra'amah (3 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). 1 Chronicles 1:9 The sons of Cush: Seba, and Havilah, and Sabta, and
Raama, and Sabteca. The sons of Raamah: Sheba, and Dedan. (See RSV). ...
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Raamah (3 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). 1 Chronicles 1:9 The sons of
Cush: Seba, and Havilah, and Sabta, and Raama, and Sabteca. ...
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Dedan (10 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). 1 Chronicles 1:9 The sons of
Cush: Seba, and Havilah, and Sabta, and Raama, and Sabteca. ...
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Seba (4 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). 1 Chronicles 1:9 The sons of
Cush: Seba, and Havilah, and Sabta, and Raama, and Sabteca. ...
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Sabteca (2 Occurrences)
... (WEB JPS ASV BBE NAS NIV). 1 Chronicles 1:9 The sons of Cush: Seba, and Havilah,
and Sabta, and Raama, and Sabteca. The sons of Raamah: Sheba, and Dedan. ...
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