Phinoe
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Phinoe in the Bible?
Phinoe is the name of one of the families of temple-servants who went up from Babylon with Zerubbabel. It equals 'Paseah' in Ezra 2:49 and Nehemiah 7:51.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Phinoe clarifies the textual variation between Ezra and Nehemiah regarding the Paseah family, confirming the historical record of non-priestly personnel assigned to temple duties during the restoration period.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Phinoe reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Phinoe in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Phinoe clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:49Nehemiah 7:51
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
"Phinoe." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/phinoe/