Ahimaaz

About Ahimaaz Written by AI

Ahimaaz is mentioned briefly in the context of King Solomon's administration. He was one of Solomon's twelve district governors, responsible for providing resources for the king's household. Ahimaaz was assigned to the region of Naphtali, located in the northern part of Israel. (1 Kings 4:7) Notably, Ahimaaz was married to Basemath, one of Solomon's daughters. This marriage alliance suggests that Ahimaaz was a trusted official and had a close relationship with the royal family. The practice of marrying daughters to high-ranking officials was common in ancient times to strengthen political alliances and ensure loyalty.

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Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897

This entry is on the name Ahimaaz, and may cover more than one person or place by that name.

Brother of anger = irascible. (1.) The father Ahinoam, the wife of Saul (1 Sam. 14:50).

(2.) The son and successor of Zadok in the office of high priest (1 Chr. 6:8, 53). On the occasion of the revolt of Absalom he remained faithful to David, and was of service to him in conveying to him tidings of the proceedings of Absalom in Jerusalem (2 Sam. 15:24-37; 17:15-21). He was swift of foot, and was the first to carry to David tidings of the defeat of Absalom, although he refrained, from delicacy of feeling, from telling him of his death (2 Sam. 18:19-33).

M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.