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Asshurim

/a-SHOO-rim/

Summary

One of the peoples descended from Dedan, grandson of Abraham through Keturah.

☩Genealogy

The Asshurim are mentioned among the sons of Dedan, who was the son of Jokshan, who was the son of Abraham by his wife Keturah. They represent one of the Arabian tribes that descended from Abraham through this line, distinct from the Assyrians of Mesopotamia.

Key verses:Genesis 25:3

Related Verses1 mention

Genesis· 1 verse

25:3

References

  1. 1.James Orr (ed.), "Asshurim," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. I (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).