Naaman

About Naaman Written by AI

Naaman is mentioned in Numbers 26:40 and 1 Chronicles 8:4 as a grandson of Benjamin and the head of the Naamite clan within the tribe of Benjamin. He was the son of Bela, Benjamin's firstborn son. In Numbers 26, a census of the Israelites is taken in the plains of Moab, near the end of their wilderness wanderings. This census lists the clans within each tribe, including the Naamites, who are identified as descendants of Naaman. The mention of Naaman and the Naamite clan in this context highlights the growth and organization of the tribe of Benjamin since their early days in Egypt. It demonstrates that the descendants of Benjamin, including Naaman, had become a significant and recognized group within the Israelite community. As the head of the Naamite clan, Naaman would have held a position of leadership and responsibility within the tribe. The clan structure was an important aspect of Israelite society, providing a sense of identity, belonging, and mutual support for its members. While no additional details are given about Naaman's life or specific actions, his inclusion in these passages emphasizes the importance of family lineage and clan identity in the social and organizational structure of ancient Israel.

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Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897

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

Pleasantness, a Syrian, the commander of the armies of Benhadad II. in the time of Joram, king of Israel. He was afflicted with leprosy; and when the little Hebrew slave-girl that waited on his wife told her of a prophet in Samaria who could cure her master, he obtained a letter from Benhadad and proceeded with it to Joram. The king of Israel suspected in this some evil design against him, and rent his clothes. Elisha the prophet hearing of this, sent for Naaman, and the strange interview which took place is recorded in 2 Kings 5. The narrative contains all that is known of the Syrian commander. He was cured of his leprosy by dipping himself seven times in the Jordan, according to the word of Elisha. His cure is alluded to by our Lord (Luke 4:27).

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