Zambis
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Zambis in the Bible?
The King James Version and Revised Version (British and American) use ZAMBRI to refer to Zimri, a biblical figure and king of Israel.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Zambis as a textual variant for Zimri aids readers in identifying the same historical figure across different biblical translations and understanding the textual history of the Books of Kings.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Zambis reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Zambis in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Zambis clarify?
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
"Zambis." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/zambis/