Jeribai
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Jeribai in the Bible?
Jeribai is recorded as one of David's mighty men in 1 Chronicles 11:46, though his name does not appear in the parallel list found in 2 Samuel 23:24-29.
SIGNIFICANCE
The presence of Jeribai in the Chronicles account provides insight into the composition of David's military leadership and demonstrates the textual variations between the Samuel and Chronicles narratives regarding the king's retainers.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jeribai reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jeribai in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jeribai clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 11:462 Samuel 23:24-29
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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
"Jeribai." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jeribai/