Rekem is a name that appears in the Bible, associated with different individuals and locations. The name Rekem is of Hebrew origin, meaning "variegation" or "embroidered." It is mentioned in various contexts within the Old Testament, reflecting its significance in biblical history and geography.

1. Rekem, a Midianite King: Rekem is listed as one of the five kings of Midian who were defeated and killed by the Israelites during the time of Moses. This event is recorded in the Book of Numbers, where the Israelites, under God's command, wage war against the Midianites as retribution for their role in leading Israel into sin at Peor. Numbers 31:8 states, "Among the slain were Evi, Rekem, Zur, Hur, and Reba—the five kings of Midian. They also killed Balaam son of Beor with the sword." This passage highlights the judgment executed upon the Midianites and their leaders, including Rekem, as part of God's justice.

2. Rekem, a City in Benjamin: Rekem is also identified as a city within the tribal allotment of Benjamin. In the division of the Promised Land among the tribes of Israel, Rekem is mentioned as one of the towns given to the Benjamites. Joshua 18:27 lists Rekem among the cities: "Rekem, Irpeel, and Taralah." This reference situates Rekem within the geographical and tribal landscape of ancient Israel, contributing to the understanding of the territorial boundaries and settlements of the tribe of Benjamin.

3. Rekem, a Descendant of Machir: Another mention of Rekem is found in the genealogical records of the tribe of Manasseh. Rekem is noted as a descendant of Machir, the son of Manasseh, who was the son of Joseph. In 1 Chronicles 7:16 , it is recorded, "Maacah the wife of Machir bore a son, and she named him Peresh. His brother was named Sheresh, and his sons were Ulam and Rekem." This genealogical entry places Rekem within the lineage of the tribe of Manasseh, highlighting the familial connections and heritage of the Israelite tribes.

The name Rekem, therefore, appears in various contexts within the biblical narrative, each contributing to the broader tapestry of Israel's history and God's dealings with His people. Whether as a Midianite king, a city in Benjamin, or a descendant of Machir, Rekem's mentions in Scripture underscore the multifaceted nature of biblical names and their roles in the unfolding account of God's covenant with Israel.Rekem

vain pictures; divers picture

Rekem

(variegation).

1. One of the five kings or chieftains of Midian slain by the Israelites. (Numbers 31:8; Joshua 13:21)
2. One of the four sons of Hebron, and father of Shammai. (1 Chronicles 2:43,44)

Embroidered; variegated.

(1.) One of the five Midianite kings whom the Israelites destroyed (Numbers 31:8).

(2.) One of the sons of Hebron (1 Chronicles 2:43, 44).

(3.) A town of Benjamin (Joshua 18:27).

REKEM

re'-kem (rekem, "friendship"):

(1) One of the five kings of Midian slain by the Israelites under Moses (Numbers 31:8 Joshua 13:21 (Codex Vaticanus Rhobok; Codex Alexandrinus Rhokom)). Like his companions, he is called a "king" in Numbers, but a "prince" or "chieftain" in the passage in Josh. The two references are hardly related; both are based on an earlier tradition.glish Language, 398). the Revised Version (British and American) has, however, retained the older word, at least in the margin, in all passages in which it is found in the King James Version): According to Hebrew psychology the reins are the seat of the deepest emotions and affections of man, which God alone can fully know. Thus the Revised Version (British and American) has substituted "heart" for "reins" in the text of Job 19:27 Psalm 7:9; Psalm 16:7; Psalm 26:2; 73:21 Proverbs 23:16 Jeremiah 11:20; Jeremiah 12:2; Jeremiah 17:10; Jeremiah 20:12; the translation "inward parts" is found but once (Psalm 139:13). In one passage the King James Version has translated the Hebrew halac ("loins") with "reins" (Isaiah 11:5), where the Revised Version (British and American) has rightly substituted "waist" (which see). The Greek word nephros (which is etymologically allied to the Middle English nere, Get. Niere; see Skeat, ibid, 231, under the word "Kidney") is found in 1 Maccabees 2:24; Revelation 2:23. compare Micah 4:7); "Thy God reigneth" (Isaiah 52:7); "Thou hast taken thy great power and didst reign" (Revelation 11:17, meaning probably "thou didst assume thy might"); (2) the Messiah (Christ) as a just and righteous king (Jeremiah 23:5); an eternal king (Luke 1:33; compare Revelation 11:15); punishing and subduing His enemies (Luke 19:14, 27 1 Corinthians 15:25).

(2) Eponym of a Calebite family (1 Chronicles 2:43 (Rhekom). Probably a town in Southern Judah. A town of this name is given as belonging to Benjamin (Joshua 18:27).

(3) A city of Benjamin, mentioned with Irpeel and Taralah (Joshua 18:27); the site is unknown.

See also RAKEM.

Horace J. Wolf

7552. Reqem -- "having many colors," a Midianite king, also two ...
... in Benjamin. Transliteration: Reqem Phonetic Spelling: (reh'-kem) Short
Definition: Rekem. Word Origin ... Rakem (1), Rekem (5). Rekem. ...
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Kadesh. Rekam, and that Double. Inquiry is Made, Whether the ...
... a sound very near it. In the Chaldee, it is 'Rekam': in the Syriac, 'Rekem':
in the Arabic, 'Rakim'... There are two places noted ...
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How the Hebrews Fought with the Midianites, and Overcame Them.
... Evi, Zur, Reba, Hur, and Rekem, who was of the same name with a city, the chief
and capital of all Arabia, which is still now so called by the whole Arabian ...
/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/chapter 7 how the hebrews.htm

Rekem (6 Occurrences)
... (3.) A town of Benjamin (Joshua 18:27). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. REKEM. ...
See also RAKEM. Horace J. Wolf. Multi-Version Concordance Rekem (6 Occurrences). ...
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Sela (5 Occurrences)
... Josephus (Ant., IV, vii, 1) tells us that among the kings of the Midianites who
fell before Moses was one Rekem, king of Rekem (akre, or rekeme), the city ...
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Zur (9 Occurrences)
... Numbers 31:8 They killed the kings of Midian with the rest of their slain: Evi,
and Rekem, and Zur, and Hur, and Reba, the five kings of Midian: Balaam also ...
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Reba (2 Occurrences)
... Numbers 31:8 They killed the kings of Midian with the rest of their slain: Evi,
and Rekem, and Zur, and Hur, and Reba, the five kings of Midian: Balaam also ...
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Evi (2 Occurrences)
... Numbers 31:8 They killed the kings of Midian with the rest of their slain: Evi,
and Rekem, and Zur, and Hur, and Reba, the five kings of Midian: Balaam also ...
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Mid'ian (47 Occurrences)
... Numbers 31:8 And they slew the kings of Midian with the rest of their slain: Evi,
and Rekem, and Zur, and Hur, and Reba, the five kings of Midian; Balaam also ...
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Shema (7 Occurrences)
... BBE). 1 Chronicles 2:43 The sons of Hebron: Korah, and Tappuah, and Rekem,
and Shema. (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Shammai (5 Occurrences)
... SHAMMAI. (1) A Jerahmeelite (1 Chronicles 2:28, 32). (2) The son of Rekem and father
of Maon (1 Chronicles 2:44). (3) A Judahite (1 Chronicles 4:17). ...
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Midian (60 Occurrences)
... Numbers 31:8 They killed the kings of Midian with the rest of their slain: Evi,
and Rekem, and Zur, and Hur, and Reba, the five kings of Midian: Balaam also ...
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Hur (17 Occurrences)
... Numbers 31:8 They killed the kings of Midian with the rest of their slain: Evi,
and Rekem, and Zur, and Hur, and Reba, the five kings of Midian: Balaam also ...
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