Adoram Summary
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Adoram, also known as Adoniram or Hadoram, was an official in charge of forced labor during the reigns of David, Solomon, and Rehoboam.
over the forced labor (2SA 20:24)
Lineage: Abda › Adoniram
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Adoniram
my Lord is most high; Lord of might and elevation
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Adoram
their beauty; their power
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Adoram
· Also called their beauty; their power
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Hadoram
· Also called their beauty; their power
- en Adoniram · Also called
- he אֲדֹרָם adoram · H151 · 2SA 20:24
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הֲדוֹרָם
hadoram · H1913 · 2CH 10:18 Hadad is exalted
- he אֲדֹנִירָם · H0141
- he הֲדֹרָם · H1913B
- el Αδωνιραμ Adōniram · none · 2SA 20:24
- bg Адонирам
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Adoram Article
STEPBible TIPNR
Adoram, also referred to as Adoniram or Hadoram, was a prominent official who served under three successive kings of Israel: David, Solomon, and Rehoboam. He is primarily known for his role in overseeing the forced labor used in various construction projects.
During King David's reign, Adoram was mentioned as being in charge of the forced labor (2Sa 20:24). This suggests that he was responsible for organizing and supervising the workers conscripted for royal building projects.
Under King Solomon, Adoram (called Adoniram in 1Ki 4:6) continued to hold the position of being in charge of the forced labor. Solomon undertook extensive building projects, including the construction of the temple and his royal palace, which required a significant workforce. Adoniram was tasked with managing the labor force, which included both Israelites and foreign workers (1Ki 5:13).
Hadoram 3 Dictionary
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
One who was “over the tribute;” i.e., “over the levy.” He was stoned by the Israelites after they had revolted from Rehoboam (2 Chr. 10:18). Called also Adoram (2 Sam. 20:24) and Adoniram (1 Kings 4:6).
Sources: BibleData (CC BY 4.0, Adoram_1) · STEPBible TIPNR (CC BY 4.0, Adoram@2Sa.20.24-2Ch) · Theographic Bible Metadata (CC BY-SA 4.0, adoniram_102)