Atlas Biblica

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    Amaw

    עַם

    Amaw, a place near the Euphrates, where Balaam son of Beor lived.

    Where the story of Amaw happensAmaw, and 1 place the claims reach, framed to them: Amaw, Egypt. Each dot is a coordinate from the gazetteer. The coastline is a modern one, simplified; no border, road or settlement of any period is drawn, and no line joins two points, because the rows state where and not in what order.AmawEgypt
    Amaw, and 1 place the claims reach
    verses
    1
    first named
    Numbers 22:5
    last named
    Numbers 22:5
    feature
    region
    coordinates
    36.70°N · 38.09°E
    region36.70°N · 38.09°E

    between Aleppo and Carchemish (OpenBible)

    The gazetteer records one identification, and no competing one.

    Description

    Amaw in the text

    In the words of STEPBible TIPNR:

    Amaw is mentioned in Numbers 22:5 as the place where Balaam son of Beor lived. Balaam was a prophet or diviner who was summoned by Balak, king of Moab, to curse the Israelites as they approached the Promised Land. The verse describes Amaw as being near the river, likely referring to the Euphrates River, in the land of the Amawites.

    The exact location of Amaw is uncertain, but it was probably situated in the region of Aram-naharaim (Aram of the two rivers), which is associated with the area between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in Mesopotamia. This places Amaw in a region known for its ancient civilizations and cultural influences.

    Apart from its association with Balaam, no other information about Amaw is provided in the Bible. Its mention in the context of Balaam's story highlights the international scope of his reputation as a diviner and the far-reaching concern surrounding the Israelites' advance toward Canaan.

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    1. Numbers1 verse

      22:5

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    ElsewhereJerusalemThe capital of Israel, a holy city for three religionsElsewhereEgyptAncient nation; Israelites enslaved there; plagues and ExodusElsewhereJordanA river and region, significant in Israel's history

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