Bannus
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Bannus in the Bible?
Bannus is the eponymous ancestor of a family group listed in Ezra 10:29 and 30, whose male members participated in the post-exilic dissolution of marriages with foreign women.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Bannus allows readers to trace specific genealogical lines within the tribe of Judah, illustrating how individual family units were organized and held accountable during the religious reforms of the Persian period.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Bannus reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Bannus in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Bannus clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 10:29
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
"Bannus." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/bannus/