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n whom Solomon married, and who became the mother of Rehoboam (1Ki 14:21; 2Ch 12:13).
Where is Naamah in the Bible?
Naamah in the Bible refers to a town located in the Judean lowlands within the tribal territory of Judah, mentioned in the book of Joshua as part of the land allotment to the tribe of Judah. The name also belongs to a significant figure in Israel's royal history: Naamah was an Ammonite woman whom King Solomon married, and she became the mother of King Rehoboam, Solomon's successor. This royal connection gave Naamah considerable importance in the dynastic line of Judah, as she was the grandmother of the kingdom that continued after the division of Israel. Her background as a foreigner highlights the complex relationships between Israel and surrounding nations during the monarchy period.
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Naamah (1)
ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)n whom Solomon married, and who became the mother of Rehoboam (1Ki 14:21; 2Ch 12:13). According to an addition in the Septuagint following 1Ki 12:24, "her name was Naaman, the daughter of Ana (Hanun) son of Nahash, king of the sons of Ammon" (see Benzinger, Konige, in the place cited.).
(1) One of a group of 16 lowland (Shephelah) cities forming part of Judah's inheritance (Jos 15:41).
(2) The home of Zophar, one of Job's friends (<ref osisRef="Bible:Job