הָעַמּוֹנִי (ke.phar ha.am.mo.ni)
ke.phar ha.am.mo.ni
(Chephar)-ammoni
N:N--LQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
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- Part of speech
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Word Overview
The term ha-ammoni functions as an adjective meaning "Ammonite" or "of Ammon," derived from the name of the people who settled east of the Jordan River. In biblical geography, it appears exclusively in Joshua 18:24 as part of the compound place name Chephar-haammoni. This designation identifies a specific village within the territory allotted to the tribe of Benjamin.
The combination translates literally to "village of the Ammonites." This unique identifier suggests a historical connection between the settlement and the Ammonite people, perhaps indicating a community established by immigrants or a location where they had previously resided. The specificity of the name distinguishes this Benjaminite village from others in the region, preserving a memory of its foreign origins within the tribal boundaries.
Because the word occurs only once in Scripture, it serves primarily as a geographical marker rather than a theological concept. Its presence highlights the detailed nature of the land distribution records in Joshua, which meticulously named even small settlements to define the inheritance of Israel’s tribes with precision.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Chephar-haammoni appears only once in Scripture, tucked into the detailed list of towns given to the tribe of Benjamin. It means "village of the Ammonites," pointing to a small settlement with roots outside Israel. This single mention reminds us that God’s plan includes people from many backgrounds, even those historically seen as outsiders.
For your faith, this word shows how carefully God records history. He did not leave these places unnamed or forgotten. Even a tiny village with foreign origins had a place in the inheritance of His people. This detail encourages us that no part of our story is too small for God to notice and include.
We can trust that God’s promises are specific and real. Just as He marked this village on the map, He knows every corner of our lives. You are never overlooked by Him. His care extends to the smallest details of your journey, bringing peace and assurance to your heart.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- <the>/ Ammonah1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- הָֽ/עַמֹּנָ֛ה1×
Key Verses
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Joshua 18:24
Chephar Ammoni, Ophni, and Geba; twelve cities with their villages.
This verse lists Chephar-haammoni as one of twelve cities allotted to Benjamin, showing its role in defining the tribe's inheritance.