In the Bible, Amalek refers to a nation and a people descended from Amalek, the grandson of Esau, making them a part of the Edomite lineage (Genesis 36:12). The Amalekites are often depicted as a fierce and hostile tribe, known for their antagonism towards the Israelites. Their most significant biblical encounter occurs in Exodus 17:8-16, where they attacked the Israelites shortly after their exodus from Egypt. This conflict led to the establishment of a perpetual enmity between the two groups, as God commanded Moses to write a memorial of this battle and declared that He would utterly blot out the memory of Amalek from under heaven (Exodus 17:14).The Amalekites are frequently referenced throughout the Old Testament as symbols of opposition to God's people. In Deuteronomy 25:17-19, the Israelites are reminded to remember what Amalek did to them and are charged with the responsibility to eradicate this threat. This theme of enmity culminates in the account of King Saul's battle against Amalek in 1 Samuel 15, where he is commanded to completely destroy the Amalekite people, a mission he ultimately fails to execute fully, leading to significant consequences in his reign. Overall, Amalek represents not just a historical rival but also a symbolic representation of opposition to God's purposes and people.