Lexical Summary Ram: Ram Original Word: רָם Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Ram Active participle of ruwm; high; Ram, the name of an Arabian and of an Israelite -- Ram. See also Beyth ha-Ram. see HEBREW ruwm see HEBREW Beyth ha-Ram NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom rum Definition two Isr., also family of Elihu NASB Translation ram (7). Brown-Driver-Briggs רָם proper name, masculine 1. a. an ancestor of David, Ruth 4:19 (twice in verse), brother of Jerachmeel 1 Chronicles 2:9,10. b. son of J. 1 Chronicles 2:25,27. — Αρραν, Ραμ, etc. 2 name of Elihu's family, Job 32:2 (Ραμ[α], Αραμ), dubious, compare Bu. Topical Lexicon Name Overview Ram appears seven times in the Hebrew Scriptures. The name conveys the idea of being “high” or “exalted,” an apt description for figures who stand within the covenant line of Judah and, ultimately, within the genealogy of Jesus Christ. Occurrences in Scripture • Ruth 4:19 (twice) Ram son of Hezron: Link in the Royal Line In Ruth 4:19 the Bethlehem elders recite the lineage that will culminate in David: “Hezron was the father of Ram, Ram was the father of Amminadab.” This same chain reappears in 1 Chronicles 2:9–10, underscoring that Judah’s promise-bearing line remains intact from the patriarchs through the monarchy. Ram’s placement grants continuity between the wilderness generation (represented by Amminadab and his son Nahshon, leader of the tribe of Judah in Numbers) and the establishment of the kingdom. Matthew 1:3–4 and Luke 3:33 carry Ram’s name into the New Testament, verifying that the Messiah’s pedigree is rooted in verified Old Testament history. Ram son of Jerahmeel: A Sub-Clan of Judah 1 Chronicles 2:25 and 1 Chronicles 2:27 introduce a second Ram, the firstborn of Jerahmeel. This branch settled in the Negev near Hebron, becoming part of the intricate territorial mosaic allotted to Judah. The Chronicler preserves their record to show that every family in the tribe had its place and purpose, reinforcing the covenant ideal that all Israel—great or small—belonged to the Lord’s unfolding plan. The Family of Ram in Job Job 32:2 names Elihu as “the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the family of Ram.” Whether this Ram is the same as either Judahite figure or represents a broader clan, the reference places Elihu within a respected lineage. His bold speech is thus anchored in a heritage known for wisdom and dignity, reminding readers that God raises voices from every generation to defend His righteousness. Genealogical and Redemptive Significance 1. Continuity of Promise: Ram’s inclusion in successive genealogies testifies that God’s covenant with Abraham—channeled through Judah—advanced without interruption. Theological and Ministry Reflections • God values faithfulness across generations; seemingly minor names serve major purposes in His redemptive timeline. Applications for Today 1. Honor God’s sovereign weaving of family histories—no lineage is accidental. Ram’s brief appearances thus serve a grand design: preserving the integrity of the messianic line, illustrating God’s meticulous care for His people, and encouraging believers that their own lives, like Ram’s, are woven into the eternal purposes of the exalted King. Forms and Transliterations וְרָ֖ם ורם רָ֑ם רָ֔ם רָ֖ם רָ֥ם רם Ram rām veRam wə·rām wərāmLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Ruth 4:19 HEB: הוֹלִ֣יד אֶת־ רָ֔ם וְרָ֖ם הוֹלִ֥יד NAS: was born Ram, and to Ram, KJV: And Hezron begat Ram, and Ram begat INT: Hezron was born Ram Ram was born Ruth 4:19 1 Chronicles 2:9 1 Chronicles 2:10 1 Chronicles 2:25 1 Chronicles 2:27 Job 32:2 7 Occurrences |
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