Elienai was a chief man of the tribe of Benjamin and a descendant of Benjamin.
Definition
Elienai was a Benjamite chief and descendant of Benjamin. His name means “my eyes are toward God.”
Biblical Usage
Elienai is listed among the Benjamite chiefs.
Historical Background
The name means “my eyes are toward God.”
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(my eyes are toward God) a descendant of Benjamin, and a chief man in the tribe. (1 Chronicles 8:20)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>el-i-e'-na-i ('eli`enay):</p><p>A Benjamite chief (1Ch 8:20).</p>