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The Kadmonites are mentioned in the Bible as one of the ancient peoples inhabiting the land promised by God to Abram (later Abraham). They are listed among the various groups whose territory would be given to Abram's descendants. The specific reference to the Kadmonites is found inGenesis 15:19, where God makes a covenant with Abram, saying, "To your descendants I have given this land—from the river of Egypt to the great river, the Euphrates—the land of the Kenites, Kenizzites, Kadmonites" .

Historical Context

The Kadmonites are one of the lesser-known groups mentioned in the biblical narrative, and there is limited information about them outside of this specific mention. The name "Kadmonite" is thought to be derived from the Hebrew word "qedem," meaning "east" or "ancient," suggesting that they may have been an eastern or ancient people relative to the Israelites. This etymology implies that the Kadmonites could have been among the early inhabitants of the region, possibly residing in the eastern parts of Canaan.

Geographical Location

The exact geographical location of the Kadmonites is not clearly defined in the biblical text. However, given their inclusion in the list of peoples whose land was promised to Abram, it is likely that they occupied a region within the broader area of Canaan. The mention of the "river of Egypt" to the "great river, the Euphrates" as the boundaries of the promised land suggests that the Kadmonites lived somewhere within this expansive territory.

Cultural and Religious Significance

While the Bible does not provide detailed information about the culture or religious practices of the Kadmonites, their inclusion in the covenantal promise to Abram highlights the significance of God's plan to establish a chosen people in a land inhabited by various nations. The displacement of these groups, including the Kadmonites, is part of the larger narrative of the Israelites' journey to claim the land promised to them by God.

Theological Implications

From a theological perspective, the mention of the Kadmonites serves to underscore the faithfulness of God in fulfilling His promises. The covenant with Abram is a foundational moment in the biblical narrative, illustrating God's sovereign plan and His commitment to His chosen people. The inclusion of the Kadmonites in this promise reflects the comprehensive nature of God's covenant, which encompasses a wide array of peoples and lands.

Biblical Interpretation

In conservative Christian theology, the mention of the Kadmonites, along with other groups, is often seen as a testament to the historical reality of the biblical narrative. It affirms the belief in the divine inspiration of Scripture and the accuracy of its historical accounts. The promise of land to Abram and his descendants is viewed as a pivotal moment in salvation history, setting the stage for the unfolding of God's redemptive plan through the nation of Israel.

Overall, while the Kadmonites are not a prominent group in the biblical text, their mention inGenesis 15:19 contributes to the broader understanding of God's covenantal promises and the historical context of the ancient Near East.KADMONITE

kad'-mon-it (qadhmoni; Kedmonaioi, signifies "the Easterner," or, less probably, "one of the ancient race"): The Kadmonites are mentioned inGenesis 15:19 along with the Kenites and Kenizzites of Edom, and are doubtless the same as "the children of the east," whose wisdom was celebrated (1 Kings 4:30). qedhemah, "the East," was a son of Ishmael (Genesis 25:15; compareGenesis 25:6). In an Egyptian story describing the adventures of a political refugee who fled from Egypt in the time of the XIIth Dynasty, it is said that he found a refuge in Canaan in the land of Kaduma or Kedem.

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6935. Qadmoni -- "easterners," a tribe whose land Abraham was to...
... Qadmoni. 6936 . "easterners," a tribe whose land Abraham was to inherit.
Transliteration: Qadmoni Phonetic Spelling: (kad-mo-nee') Short Definition:Kadmonite...
Kadmonite (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible EncyclopediaKADMONITE.... See MAN. SIN, MAN OF. See MAN OF SIN.
WISE, MAN. wiz. See WISDOM. Multi-Version ConcordanceKadmonite (1 Occurrence)....

Kad'mi-el (8 Occurrences)
Kad'mi-el. Kadmiel, Kad'mi-el.Kadmonite . Multi-Version Concordance
Kad'mi-el (8 Occurrences).... (See RSV). Kadmiel, Kad'mi-el.Kadmonite . Reference

Kad'monites (1 Occurrence)
... Kad'monites (1 Occurrence). Genesis 15:19 the Kenite, and the Kenizzite, and the
Kadmonite, (See RSV). Kadmonites, Kad'monites. Kain . Reference Bible.

Kadmonites (1 Occurrence)

Ken'izzites (1 Occurrence)
... Ken'izzites (1 Occurrence). Genesis 15:19 the Kenite, and the Kenizzite, and the
Kadmonite, (See RSV). Kenizzites, Ken'izzites. Kenosis . Reference Bible.

Ken'ites (6 Occurrences)
... Kenites, Ken'ites. Kenizzite . Multi-Version Concordance Ken'ites (6 Occurrences).
Genesis 15:19 the Kenite, and the Kenizzite, and theKadmonite, (See RSV...

Kedemah (2 Occurrences)
... ked'-e-ma, ke-de'-ma (qedhemah, "eastward"): Son of Ishmael (Genesis 25:16), head
of a clan (1 Chronicles 1:31). SeeKADMONITE. Multi-Version Concordance...

Canaan (102 Occurrences)
... See, further, ARKITE; ARVADITES; BAAL; GIRGASHITE; HITTITES; HIVITE; JEBUSITE;
KADMONITE; KENIZZITE; PALESTINE; PERIZZITE; REPHAIM; SINITES; TEMAN. AH Sayce....

Canaanites (63 Occurrences)
... See, further, ARKITE; ARVADITES; BAAL; GIRGASHITE; HITTITES; HIVITE; JEBUSITE;
KADMONITE; KENIZZITE; PALESTINE; PERIZZITE; REPHAIM; SINITES; TEMAN. AH Sayce....

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