Maani
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Maani in the Bible?
Maani identifies two distinct figures in biblical literature: one mentioned in Ezra 10:39 as having taken a foreign wife, and another listed in 1 Esdras 5:31, which corresponds to the Meunim found in Ezra 2:50 and Nehemiah 7:52.
SIGNIFICANCE
These records provide concrete evidence of the social dynamics within the restored Jewish community, illustrating the specific challenges and administrative responses regarding intermarriage and lineage verification during the Persian period.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Maani reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Maani in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Maani clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 10:39Ezra 2:50Nehemiah 7:52
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
"Maani." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/maani/