Sabanneus
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Sabanneus in the Bible?
One of the sons of Asom who had married foreign wives, mentioned in 1 Esdras 9:33 and equivalent to Zabad in Ezra 10:33.
SIGNIFICANCE
Comparing the name Sabanneus in 1 Esdras with Zabad in Ezra clarifies textual transmission differences in the post-exilic records of Jewish intermarriage.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Sabanneus reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Sabanneus in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Sabanneus clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 10:33
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
"Sabanneus." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/sabanneus/