Topical Encyclopedia The Ammonites were a people descended from Ben-Ammi, the son of Lot by his younger daughter, as recorded in Genesis 19:38. They inhabited the region east of the Jordan River, in what is now modern-day Jordan. The Ammonites are frequently mentioned in the Old Testament, often as adversaries of the Israelites. Their capital city was Rabbah, known today as Amman.Throughout biblical history, the Ammonites were known for their conflicts with Israel. They were a persistent thorn in the side of the Israelites, engaging in numerous battles and skirmishes. The Ammonites worshiped the god Milcom, also known as Molech, and their religious practices, which included child sacrifice, were condemned by the Israelites. Despite the frequent hostilities, there were instances of interaction and integration between the Ammonites and the Israelites. One notable example is the inclusion of an Ammonite in the ranks of David's mighty men. In 2 Samuel 23:37, we find mention of Zelek the Ammonite, who was one of the valiant warriors in King David's elite group. This inclusion highlights the complex relationships between the Israelites and their neighbors, where enmity could coexist with personal loyalty and valor. The presence of Zelek the Ammonite among David's mighty men is significant, as it demonstrates the possibility of individuals from enemy nations being accepted and honored within Israel under certain circumstances. This reflects the broader biblical theme of God's sovereignty and the potential for redemption and inclusion of Gentiles into the community of God's people. The Ammonites' interactions with Israel were not solely martial. There were periods of peace and cooperation, as well as intermarriage, which sometimes led to religious and cultural syncretism. However, the prophets of Israel consistently warned against adopting the idolatrous practices of the Ammonites and other neighboring nations. The Ammonites' legacy in the biblical narrative serves as a reminder of the challenges Israel faced in maintaining its distinct identity and faith amidst surrounding pagan cultures. Their account is interwoven with themes of conflict, redemption, and the transformative power of allegiance to the God of Israel. Torrey's Topical Textbook 2 Samuel 23:37Zelek the Ammonite, Nahari the Beerothite, armor bearer to Joab the son of Zeruiah, Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Book 5 Footnotes The End of Self-Will The Reign of David. Temporal Advantages. The Historical Books. The First Kings. Palestine under Pagan Kings. Chapter xix Abraham, his Trial in Egypt; his Humility The Hebrews and the Philistines --Damascus Resources What is an abomination? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is significance of Mount Seir? | GotQuestions.org Who was Lot in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Ammonites: Confederate With Moabites and Amalekites Against Israel Ammonites: Conspire Against the Jews Ammonites: Defeated by the Israelites Ammonites: Descendants of Ben-Ammi, One of the Sons of Lot Ammonites: Excluded from the Congregation of Israel Ammonites: Israelites Forbidden to Disturb Ammonites: Jews Intermarry With Ammonites: Prophecies Concerning Ammonites: Solomon Takes Wives From The Ammonites of Rabbah Reduced to Hard Bondage The Ammonites with the Philistines Oppressed Israel for Eighteen Years The Ammonites: Aided the Chaldeans Against Judah The Ammonites: Assisted Eglon Against Israel The Ammonites: Called The: Children of Ammon The Ammonites: Called The: Children of Lot The Ammonites: Character of Cruel and Covetous The Ammonites: Character of Fond of Ornaments The Ammonites: Character of Idolatrous The Ammonites: Character of Proud and Reproachful The Ammonites: Character of Superstitious The Ammonites: Character of Vindictive The Ammonites: Chief Cities of Ai The Ammonites: Chief Cities of Rabbah The Ammonites: Confederated Against Jehoshaphat The Ammonites: Country of: Belonged to the Zamzummims The Ammonites: Country of: Bordered on the Amorites The Ammonites: Country of: Half of, Given to the Gadites The Ammonites: Country of: Was Fertile The Ammonites: Country of: Well Fortified The Ammonites: Defeated by Jotham The Ammonites: Governed by Hereditary Kings The Ammonites: Hired the Syrians Against David The Ammonites: Ill-Treated David's Ambassadors The Ammonites: Jephthah Raised up to Deliver Israel From The Ammonites: Jewish Laws Respecting: No Covenant to Made With The Ammonites: Jewish Laws Respecting: Not to be Distressed The Ammonites: Jewish Laws Respecting: Perpetual Exclusion from the Congregation The Ammonites: Miraculous Defeat of The Ammonites: One of David's Mighty Men Was of The Ammonites: Predictions Respecting: Destructions for Hatred to Israel The Ammonites: Predictions Respecting: Punishment for Oppressive Cruelty The Ammonites: Predictions Respecting: Restoration The Ammonites: Predictions Respecting: Subjection to Babylon The Ammonites: Predictions Respecting: Subjection to the Jews The Ammonites: Proposed a Disgraceful Treaty to Jabesh-Gilead The Ammonites: Saul's Victories Over The Ammonites: Seized Upon the Possessions of Gad The Ammonites: Solomon Intermarried With, and Introduced Idols of Into The Ammonites: Spoil of, Consecrated to God The Ammonites: Submitted to Uzziah The Ammonites: The Jews Reprobated for Intermarrying With The Ammonites: The Royal Treasure of, Taken The Ammonites: Vexed the Jews After Captivity The Ammonites: Victories of Joab Over Related Terms The-not-beloved (1 Occurrence) Kir'iath-je'arim (18 Occurrences) Kirjathjearim (17 Occurrences) Vine-dressers (18 Occurrences) Kirjath-jearim (17 Occurrences) Kibroth-hattaavah (5 Occurrences) |
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