Horonite
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Horonite in the Bible?
Horonite is a title applied to Sanballat, indicating his origin from Beth-Horon, as recorded in Nehemiah 2:10, 19, and 13:28.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Sanballat as the Horonite situates him within the highlands of Benjamin, which clarifies the geographical and political tensions between the Samaritan leadership and the Judean community during the rebuilding of Jerusalem.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Horonite reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Horonite in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Horonite clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Nehemiah 2:10
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
"Horonite." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/horonite/