← Back to Lexicon
H527 · Hebrew · Old Testament
אָמוֹן
Amon
Noun, masculine
Master Craftsman / Faithful One

Definition

The Hebrew noun amon carries the meaning of master craftsman, skilled artisan, and faithful confidant. It comes from the root aman (to be firm, faithful), linking craftsmanship to faithfulness. Its most remarkable occurrence is Proverbs 8:30, where Wisdom calls herself God's amon.

Usage & Theological Significance

Proverbs 8:30 is the theological centerpiece: 'Then I was beside him, like a master craftsman, and I was daily his delight.' Divine Wisdom as artisan at creation prefigures Christ as the eternal Logos (John 1:1-3). Amon connects craftsmanship, wisdom, faithfulness, and divine creativity.

Key Bible Verses

Proverbs 8:30 Then I was beside him, like a master craftsman, and I was daily his delight, rejoicing before him always.
Song of Solomon 7:1 Your rounded thighs are like jewels, the work of a master hand.
Jeremiah 52:15 Nebuzaradan carried into exile... the rest of the craftsmen.
Nahum 3:8 Are you better than Thebes... whose strength was the Nile and Amon?
Jeremiah 46:25 I am about to bring punishment on Amon god of Thebes.

Related Words

External Resources

🌙
☀️