Dinah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Dinah in the Bible?
The daughter of Jacob and Leah, whose violation by Shechem led to the slaughter of the inhabitants of Shechem by her brothers Simeon and Levi.
SIGNIFICANCE
Her story highlights the importance of family honor and tribal loyalty in ancient Israelite society.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Dinah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Dinah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Dinah clarify?
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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
"Dinah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/dinah/