Bible Dictionary
Bavai
Bavai was a son of Henadad and a leader from the district of Keilah who helped in the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s wall under Nehemiah.
Definition
Bavai was the son of Henadad and a ruler of the district of Keilah during the time of Nehemiah.
Biblical Usage
Bavai is mentioned among those connected with the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s wall in Nehemiah’s time.
Historical Background
He belonged to the period of the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s wall and is associated with the district of Keilah.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
son of Henadad, ruler of the district of Keilah in the time of Nehemiah. (Nehemiah 3:18) (B.C. 446.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>bav'-a-i.</p><p>See BAVVAI.</p>