An Amorite man living during the time of the patriarchs, mentioned in Genesis 14:13, brother of Eshkol and Aner, and ally of Abram.
About Mamre
Owner of a parcel of land called “the plain of Mamre.” He was an Amorite and is recorded as having two brothers: Aner and Eshcol (Gn 14:13). These became confederates of Abraham when he fought to save his nephew Lot.
Family Relationships
- Parents
- Father of Mamre
- Half-siblings 2
- Eshcol, Aner
Key References
Genesis 14:13
Then an escapee came and reported this to Abram the Hebrew. Now Abram was living near the Oaks of Mamre the Amorite, a brother of Eshcol and Aner, all of whom were bound by treaty to Abram.
All Scripture References (1)
Genesis (1)
Genesis 14:13
Then an escapee came and reported this to Abram the Hebrew. Now Abram was living near the Oaks of Mamre the Amorite, a brother of Eshcol and Aner, all of whom were bound by treaty to Abram.