Raham רַ֫חַם
Son of Shema and founder of Jorkeam, of Judah
Who is Raham in the Bible?
Raham was the son of Shema and is mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribe of Judah in 1 Chronicles 2:44. He is identified as the father or founder of Jorkeam, a settlement within Judah's territory. Little is known about Raham beyond this genealogical reference, as the Bible provides no additional details about his life or accomplishments. His primary significance lies in his role within the lineage of Judah, helping to establish the ancestral connections between various families and settlements in the tribal inheritance.
Biography
Raham is mentioned briefly in the genealogy of the tribe of Judah (1Ch.2.44). He was the son of Shema and the father or founder of Jorkeam. No additional information is provided about Raham in the Bible. His mention in the genealogy serves to trace the lineage of certain families within the tribe of Judah.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 2:44
"Shema was the father of Raham the father of Jorkeam, and Rekem was the father of Shammai."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | רַ֫חַם |