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Baanias

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What is the meaning of Baanias in the Bible?

Banneas is identified in the New Testament as the father-in-law of Ananias and a resident of Damascus.

SIGNIFICANCE

Recognizing Banneas clarifies the social network and familial connections surrounding the early Christian community in Damascus.

Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide

Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Baanias reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
  • Why did the biblical author mention Baanias in this passage?
  • What cultural or historical assumption does Baanias clarify?

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

"Baanias." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/baanias/
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