Overview
The Bible addresses adullam across 6 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Joshua, Genesis and 2 Chronicles. Closely related themes include Cities, Rehoboam and Zanoah. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Judah and Hirah.
Key Bible verses about adullam
Old Testament
Joshua
People in the Bible and adullam
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying adullam for yourself
- Begin with Genesis 38:1, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Joshua, Genesis and 2 Chronicles each treat the theme.
- Consider the lives of Judah and Hirah and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Cities, Rehoboam and Zanoah.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about adullam?
The Bible addresses adullam across 6 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Joshua, Genesis and 2 Chronicles. Closely related themes include Cities, Rehoboam and Zanoah. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Judah and Hirah.
How many Bible verses are about adullam?
The Bible references adullam in 6 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention adullam?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Genesis 38:1: “And it came to pass at that time, that Judah went down from his brethren, and turned in to a certain Adullamite, whose name was Hirah.”
Which people in the Bible are associated with adullam?
Judah and Hirah.
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