Bible Dictionary
BENJAMITE
A Benjamite was a member of the tribe of Benjamin. Notable Benjamites included Ehud, Saul, Sheba, and Shimei.
Definition
A Benjamite was a member of the tribe of Benjamin. The term identifies people belonging to that tribe, including Ehud, Saul, Sheba, and Shimei.
Biblical Usage
The Bible applies the designation to several individuals from Benjamin, including the judge Ehud, King Saul, Sheba, and Shimei.
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ben'-ja-mit: One belonging to the tribe of Benjamin, such as Ehud (Jud 3:15), Saul (1Sa 9:1,2), Sheba (2Sa 20:1), Shimei (1Ki 2:8), etc.</p>