Osnappar
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Osnappar in the Bible?
Osnappar is the name used in Ezra 4:10 for the Assyrian monarch Ashurbanipal, identified through cuneiform inscriptions.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Osnappar as Ashurbanipal helps readers understand the historical timeline of the Assyrian Empire's influence during the period described in Ezra.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Osnappar reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Osnappar in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Osnappar clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 4:10
Related Topics
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
"Osnappar." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/osnappar/