Lebana
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Lebana in the Bible?
The Lebana were a family of returning exiles listed in Ezra 2:45 and Nehemiah 7:48, with a parallel mention in 1 Esdras 5:29.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying the Lebana helps readers trace the specific lineage and social structure of the community that reestablished Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Lebana reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Lebana in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Lebana clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:45Nehemiah 7:48
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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
"Lebana." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/lebana/