Sabannus
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Sabannus in the Bible?
Sabannus is recorded in Ezra 8:33 as a Levite involved in the weighing of temple offerings and in 1 Esdras 8:63 as the father of Moeth.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Sabannus clarifies the genealogical and administrative structure of the Levitical class during the restoration of Jerusalem, providing context for the organization of temple duties and the handling of sacred resources.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Sabannus reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Sabannus in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Sabannus clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 8:33
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
"Sabannus." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/sabannus/