Bible Dictionary
Cheani
Cheani, probably a shortened form of Chenaniah, was a Levite who assisted in the solemn gathering and purification of the people under Ezra.
Definition
Cheani was probably a shortened form of Chenaniah. He was a Levite associated with the solemn purification or gathering of the people under Ezra.
Biblical Usage
Cheani is named among the Levites who assisted in the religious assembly recorded in Nehemiah.
Historical Background
The name is treated as a contraction of Chenaniah.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(a contraction of Chenaniah), one of the Levites who assisted at the solemn purification of the people under Ezra. (Nehemiah 9:4)