Beninu
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Beninu in the Bible?
A Levite who affixed his seal to the covenant document recorded in Nehemiah 10:13, indicating his formal agreement to adhere to the stipulations of the law.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Beninu among the signatories provides concrete evidence of the broad Levitical support for the religious reforms and legal obligations undertaken by the post-exilic community.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Beninu reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Beninu in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Beninu clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Nehemiah 10:13
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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
"Beninu." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/beninu/