Jorkeam

A man from the tribe of Judah during the divided kingdom, son of Raham and descendant of Caleb, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 2:44.

About Jorkeam

Identified with Raham, a descendant of Judah through Caleb’s line (1 Chr 2:44; kjv “Jorkoam”), the name should perhaps be understood as a place-name and be identified with Jokdeam (Jos 15:56).

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Family Relationships

Parents
Raham

Key References

1 Chronicles 2:44

Shema was the father of Raham the father of Jorkeam, and Rekem was the father of Shammai.

All Scripture References (1)

1 Chronicles (1)
1 Chronicles 2:44

Shema was the father of Raham the father of Jorkeam, and Rekem was the father of Shammai.