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Elam(3)

Elam in the Bible — fifth-born son of Meshelemiah [Shallum_7] (1CH 26:3). Elam belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 2 scripture passages.

Name meaning: a young man; a virgin; a secret

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Gender
male
Tribe
Levi
Scripture References
2 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
1 connection

Names & Labels (1)

Elamproper name
Hebrew
עֵילָ֣ם
Transliteration
eylam
Meaning
highland
Greek
Ωλαμ
Reference
1CH 26:3
Strong's
H5867

Family & Relationships (1)

son

Shallum(1CH 26:3)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Elam in the Bible?

Elam is described in the Bible as fifth-born son of Meshelemiah [Shallum_7] (1CH 26:3). Elam belonged to the tribe of Levi.

What does the name Elam mean?

The name Elam means “a young man; a virgin; a secret” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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