Bible Dictionary

Elienai

People & Groups • Old Testament
A Visit With Jesus
  Back to Dictionary Search
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.”

Scripture References

Related Figures

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>
  Back to Dictionary Search