Ramathites רָמָתִי
People from Ramah who tended King David's vineyards
Who is Ramathites in the Bible?
The Ramathites were people from the city of Ramah who served in King David's administration as supervisors of the royal vineyards. Mentioned in 1 Chronicles 27:27, they represent one of the specialized groups David appointed to manage different aspects of his kingdom's resources and production. The inclusion of the Ramathites in the administrative records suggests that Ramah was recognized for its agricultural expertise in viticulture. Their role demonstrates how David's government was organized with skilled personnel from various cities assigned to oversee specific royal enterprises, reflecting the sophistication of his administrative system.
Biography
The Ramathites are mentioned briefly in the context of King David's administration (1Ch.27.27). They were people from the city of Ramah who were appointed to oversee the king's vineyards. This suggests that Ramah was known for its viticulture and that its inhabitants were skilled in tending vineyards. The mention of the Ramathites in this passage highlights the various roles and responsibilities assigned to different groups within David's kingdom.
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 27:27
"Shimei the Ramathite was in charge of the vineyards. Zabdi the Shiphmite was in charge of the produce of the vineyards for the wine vats."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Group | Hebrew | רָמָתִי |