Mani
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Mani in the Bible?
Mani appears as a family head in 1 Esdras 9:30, corresponding to the figure Bani in Ezra 10:29, and is also listed in 1 Esdras 5:12.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Mani as a variant or equivalent to Bani clarifies textual discrepancies between Ezra and 1 Esdras, aiding readers in tracing lineage and understanding the administrative records of the returned exiles.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Mani reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Mani in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Mani clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 10:29
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
"Mani." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/mani/