Unno
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Unno in the Bible?
A Levite who returned with Zerubbabel, mentioned in Nehemiah 12:9.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying this individual helps readers trace the lineage of the priestly class that restored temple worship in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Unno reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Unno in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Unno clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Nehemiah 12:9
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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
"Unno." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/unno/