Naam נָ֑עַם

Male Tribe of Judah H5277 1 book

Son of Caleb, from the tribe of Judah.

Who is Naam in the Bible?

Naam was a son of Caleb, listed in the genealogy of the tribe of Judah in 1 Chronicles 4:15. His father Caleb was a prominent biblical figure known for his faithfulness to God during the Israelites' wilderness wanderings, being one of only two spies who encouraged the people to trust God and enter the Promised Land. Beyond his appearance in this genealogical record, little is known about Naam's individual life or accomplishments. His mention in Scripture serves primarily to document the family line of Caleb and establish his place within the tribal ancestry of Judah.

Biography

Naam is mentioned briefly in 1Ch.4.15 as one of the sons of Caleb, who was a prominent figure from the tribe of Judah. This reference appears in a genealogical record that traces the descendants of Judah, providing insight into the family lines within the tribe.

Caleb, Naam's father, is known for his faithfulness to God during the Israelites' wilderness wanderings. He, along with Joshua, was one of the twelve spies sent to explore the land of Canaan (Numbers 13-14). Caleb and Joshua were the only two spies who encouraged the Israelites to trust God and enter the Promised Land.

Apart from being listed as a son of Caleb, no additional information is provided about Naam's life, character, or role within the tribe of Judah. His mention in the genealogy serves primarily to highlight his lineage and his connection to Caleb, a significant figure in Israel's history.

The inclusion of Naam in the genealogical record demonstrates the importance of family heritage and tribal identity in ancient Israelite society. These records helped establish the legitimacy of land claims and leadership roles within the community, as well as preserving the history of God's chosen people.

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In Scripture

1 biblical book
1 Chronicles 1 verse
  • 1 Chronicles 4:15

    "The sons of Caleb son of Jephunneh: Iru, Elah, and Naam. The son of Elah: Kenaz."

Names & Aliases

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Named Hebrew נָ֑עַם
Encyclopedia Article

Naam

ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)

Tubal-cain (Ge 4:22; compare Josephus, Ant, I, ii, 2).

(2) An Ammonitish woma