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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Raham</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/r/raham.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/1_chronicles/2-44.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/r/raham.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Raham</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/r/rahab's_shelter.htm" title="Rahab's Shelter">◄</a> Raham <a href="/topical/naves/r/raham--son_of_shema.htm" title="Raham: Son of Shema">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#hit" title="Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary">Hitchcock's</a> • <a href="#smi" title="Smith's Bible Dictionary">Smith's</a> • <a href="#isb" title="International Standard Bible Encyclopedia">ISBE</a> • <a href="#eas" title="Easton's Bible Dictionary">Easton's</a> • <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#heb" title="Strong's Hebrew Concordance">Hebrew</a> • <a href="#lib" title="Library">Library</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div><b>Introduction:</b> <br>Raham is a biblical figure mentioned in the genealogies of the Old Testament. His name appears in the context of the lineage of Caleb, a significant figure in the history of Israel. The name "Raham" is derived from a Hebrew root meaning "to love" or "to have compassion," which may reflect the character or the hoped-for qualities of the individual.<br><br><b>Biblical References:</b> <br>Raham is mentioned in <a href="/1_chronicles/2-44.htm">1 Chronicles 2:44</a>, which is part of the genealogical records that trace the descendants of Judah, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The verse states: "Shema the father of Raham, the father of Jorkeam. Rekem was the father of Shammai." <br><br><b>Genealogical Context:</b> <br>Raham is identified as the son of Shema and the father of Jorkeam. This places him within the broader genealogy of Caleb, a prominent figure known for his faithfulness and courage as one of the two spies who brought back a positive report about the Promised Land (Numbers 13-14). The genealogies in 1 Chronicles serve to establish the tribal and familial lines of the Israelites, emphasizing the continuity of God's promises through specific families.<br><br><b>Historical and Theological Significance:</b> <br>While Raham himself is not a major figure in biblical narratives, his inclusion in the genealogies underscores the importance of family lineage in the biblical record. The genealogies in 1 Chronicles highlight the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs, particularly the promise of land and descendants. Raham's place in the genealogy of Caleb connects him to the tribe of Judah, from which King David and ultimately Jesus Christ would descend, fulfilling the messianic prophecies.<br><br><b>Cultural and Religious Context:</b> <br>In ancient Israelite society, genealogies were crucial for establishing identity, inheritance rights, and tribal affiliation. They served as a means of preserving history and ensuring the continuity of the covenant community. Raham's mention, though brief, contributes to this larger framework of identity and divine promise.<br><br><b>Conclusion:</b> <br>Raham's role in the biblical genealogies, though minor, is part of the intricate tapestry of Israel's history. His mention in the lineage of Caleb and the tribe of Judah highlights the enduring significance of family lines in the unfolding of God's redemptive plan.<a name="hit" id="hit"></a><div class="vheading2">Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Raham</span><p>compassion; a friend<a name="smi" id="smi"></a><div class="vheading2">Smith's Bible Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Raham</span><p>(<i>belly</i>). In the genealogy of the descendants of Caleb the son of Hezron, (<a href="/1_chronicles/2-44.htm">1 Chronicles 2:44</a>) Raham is described as the son of Shema and father of Jorkoam.<a name="eas" id="eas"></a><div class="vheading2">Easton's Bible Dictionary</div>Merciful, one of the descendants of Caleb, the son of Hezron (<a href="/1_chronicles/2-44.htm">1 Chronicles 2:44</a>). <a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">RAHAM</span><p>ra'-ham (racham, "pity," "love"): Son of Shema, and father of Jorkeam (<a href="/1_chronicles/2-44.htm">1 Chronicles 2:44</a>).<p><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/7357.htm"><span class="l">7357. Racham -- "pity," a man of Judah</span></a><br><b>...</b> 7356, 7357. Racham. 7358 . "pity," a man of Judah. Transliteration: Racham<br> Phonetic Spelling: (rakh'-am) Short Definition: <b>Raham</b>. <b>...</b> <b>Raham</b>. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/7357.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/leupold/exposition_of_genesis_volume_1/chapter_xvii.htm"><span class="l">Chapter xvii</span></a> <br><b>...</b> It may not be a strict etymology, for the second half, <b>raham</b>, could hardly be' derived<br> from ham??n, "multitude." Consequently the criticisms of Procksch, who <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/...//christianbookshelf.org/leupold/exposition of genesis volume 1/chapter xvii.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/r/raham.htm"><span class="l"><b>Raham</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b><b>RAHAM</b>. ra'-ham (racham, "pity," "love"): Son of Shema, and father of Jorkeam (1<br> Chronicles 2:44). Multi-Version Concordance <b>Raham</b> (1 Occurrence). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/r/raham.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/j/jorkeam.htm"><span class="l">Jorkeam (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> am (yorqe`am; the King James Version Jorkoam): This is probably to be taken as the<br> name of a town, the "father" or "founder" of which was <b>Raham</b> (1 Chronicles 2 <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/jorkeam.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/a/abraham.htm"><span class="l">Abraham (2539 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> In the form 'abh-<b>raham</b> his ear caught the echo of some root (perhaps rhm; compare<br> Arabic ruham, "multitude") still more suggestive of the patriarch's extensive <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/a/abraham.htm - 50k</font><p><a href="/topical/r/rahab.htm"><span class="l">Rahab (14 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/r/rahab.htm - 16k</font><p><a href="/topical/j/jorkoam.htm"><span class="l">Jorkoam (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance Jorkoam (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 2:44 And Shema begat<br><b>Raham</b>, the father of Jorkoam: and Rekem begat Shammai. (KJV WBS YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/jorkoam.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/j/jor'ke-am.htm"><span class="l">Jor'ke-am (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance Jor'ke-am (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 2:44 And Shema<br> begot <b>Raham</b>, the father of Jorkeam; and Rekem begot Shammai. (See RSV). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/jor'ke-am.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/g/gier.htm"><span class="l">Gier (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Gier eagle. Hebrews <b>raham</b> = "parental affection," Leviticus 11:18; Deuteronomy<br> 14:17; RV, "vulture"), a species of vulture living entirely on carrion. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/g/gier.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/r/rekem.htm"><span class="l">Rekem (6 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> NIV). 1 Chronicles 2:44 Shema became the father of <b>Raham</b>, the father of<br> Jorkeam; and Rekem became the father of Shammai. (WEB KJV <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/r/rekem.htm - 11k</font><p><a href="/topical/r/rahel.htm"><span class="l">Rahel (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/r/rahel.htm - 6k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Raham (1 Occurrence)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_chronicles/2-44.htm">1 Chronicles 2:44</a></span><br />Shema became the father of <span class="boldtext">Raham</span>, the father of Jorkeam; and Rekem became the father of Shammai.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/r/raham.htm">Raham</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/raham--son_of_shema.htm">Raham: Son of Shema</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/j/jorkeam.htm">Jorkeam (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/a/abraham.htm">Abraham (2539 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/r/rahab.htm">Rahab (14 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/j/jorkoam.htm">Jorkoam (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/j/jor'ke-am.htm">Jor'ke-am (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/g/gier.htm">Gier (2 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/r/rekem.htm">Rekem (6 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/r/rahel.htm">Rahel (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/shema.htm">Shema (7 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/shammai.htm">Shammai (5 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/sham'mai.htm">Sham'mai (4 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/begot.htm">Begot (119 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/begat.htm">Begat (112 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/r/rahab's_shelter.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Rahab's Shelter"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Rahab's Shelter" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/naves/r/raham--son_of_shema.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Raham: Son of Shema"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Raham: Son of Shema" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>