Eliehoenai
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Eliehoenai in the Bible?
Elihoenai denotes two individuals in the Hebrew Bible: a Korahite doorkeeper mentioned in 1 Chronicles 9:17 and a head of a family listed in Ezra 2:2 and Nehemiah 7:7 among those returning from the Babylonian captivity.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying these two separate figures clarifies the distinct social structures of the pre-exilic temple service and the post-exilic community organization, helping readers distinguish between Levitical duties and tribal genealogies in the historical narratives.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Eliehoenai reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Eliehoenai in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Eliehoenai clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 9:17Ezra 2:2Nehemiah 7:7
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
"Eliehoenai." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/eliehoenai/