Ribai
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Ribai in the Bible?
Ri'ba-i, a Benjamite and father of Ittai, one of David's mighty men. He is mentioned in 2 Samuel 23:29 and 1 Chronicles 11:31.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Ri'ba-i clarifies the lineage of Ittai the Gittite, highlighting the diverse tribal and foreign composition of David's loyalist forces during his reign.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Ribai reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Ribai in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Ribai clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
2 Samuel 23:291 Chronicles 11:31
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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
"Ribai." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/ribai/