Carabasion
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Carabasion in the Bible?
Carabasion is identified in Ezra 10:36 as one of the sons of Baani who married foreign wives during the post-exilic period, with textual criticism suggesting the name may be a corruption of Meremoth.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this textual variant clarifies the genealogical records in Ezra and highlights the rigorous efforts of the post-exilic community to maintain religious purity by ending intermarriage with surrounding nations.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Carabasion reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Carabasion in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Carabasion clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 10:36
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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
"Carabasion." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/carabasion/