Arabian living at the time of the Patriarchs
Tema was a son of Ishmael and is associated with the ancient Arabian city of Tema.
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Tema is mentioned in Gen.25.15 and 1Ch.1.30 as one of the twelve sons of Ishmael, Abraham's son by Hagar. He is listed among the "princes according to their nations" that descended from Ishmael. Tema is associated with the ancient city of Tema, an important oasis and caravan stop in northwestern Arabia. His descendants likely settled in or around this city.
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2 verses in 2 books · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H8485
Hadad, Tema, Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah.
Mishma, Dumah, Massa, Hadad, Tema,
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