Bavvai
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Bavvai in the Bible?
Bavvai was a Levite who assisted in the repair of Jerusalem's walls following the Babylonian exile, working alongside Binnui as recorded in Nehemiah 3:21.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Bavvai among the workers clarifies the organizational structure of the rebuilding effort and demonstrates the active role Levites played in civic restoration projects alongside priests and laypeople.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Bavvai reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Bavvai in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Bavvai clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Nehemiah 3:21
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
"Bavvai." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/bavvai/