Aija
LocationsGeographical Setting
Aija is a variant spelling of the biblical city of Ai, identified in Nehemiah 11:31 as a settlement inhabited by descendants of Benjamin.
What is the meaning of Aija in the Bible?
A variant name for the city of Ai, mentioned in Nehemiah 11:31 as part of the post-exilic settlement of Benjaminite families.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this variant spelling aids in accurately locating the specific Benjaminite settlements described in the restoration narratives of the Book of Nehemiah.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Aija held strategic importance. Understanding its position and trade routes explains why key biblical events unfolded here.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Aija in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Aija clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Nehemiah 11:31
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Aija." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/aija/