A man from the time of the patriarchs, son of Gomer and descendant of Japheth, mentioned in Genesis 10:3.
About Ashkenaz
Ashkenaz was the son of Gomer. He was Noah’s great-grandson through Japheth (Genesis 10:1–3; 1 Chronicles 1:6).
Ashkenaz is mentioned in Jeremiah 51:27 with Ararat and Minni. This shows that Ashkenaz was likely the ancestor of a group called the Scythians. The Scythians lived in the Ararat region during Jeremiah’s time. They were known for being strong fighters and caused trouble for the Assyrian Empire. They helped bring about its fall.
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Key References
Genesis 10:3
The sons of Gomer: Ashkenaz, Riphath, and Togarmah.
1 Chronicles 1:6
The sons of Gomer: Ashkenaz, Riphath, and Togarmah.
All Scripture References (2)
Genesis (1)
Genesis 10:3
The sons of Gomer: Ashkenaz, Riphath, and Togarmah.
1 Chronicles (1)
1 Chronicles 1:6
The sons of Gomer: Ashkenaz, Riphath, and Togarmah.