Anamim עֲנָמִים

Group Early Patriarch H6047 2 books

Descendants of Mizraim, son of Ham

Biography

The Anamim were a people group mentioned in the Table of Nations, a genealogical record found in both Genesis and 1 Chronicles. They are listed as descendants of Mizraim, who was a son of Ham and grandson of Noah. The Table of Nations provides insight into the various people groups that emerged after the Flood and their geographical distribution.

Little is known about the specific identity or location of the Anamim, as they are not mentioned elsewhere in the Bible. Some scholars suggest that they may have settled in the region of North Africa, possibly in the area of modern-day Libya or Tunisia, based on their association with other descendants of Mizraim. However, due to the lack of further biblical or historical evidence, the exact identity and location of the Anamim remain uncertain.

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In Scripture

2 biblical books ; 1 with study content
Genesis 1 verse Study available
  • Genesis 10:13

    "Mizraim became the father of Ludim, Anamim, Lehabim, Naphtuhim,"

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1 Chronicles 1 verse
  • 1 Chronicles 1:11

    "Mizraim became the father of Ludim, Anamim, Lehabim, Naphtuhim,"

Names & Aliases

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Group Hebrew עֲנָמִים H6047
Encyclopedia Article

Anamim

ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)

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a-nam'-e-lek (`anammelekh = Assyrian Anu-malik, "Anu is the prince"): A Babylonian (?) deity worshipped by the Sepharvites in Samaria, after being transported there by Sargon. The worship of Adrammelech (who is men