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Ibneiah

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Ibneiah was a Benjamite, son of Jeroham, listed among the inhabitants of Jerusalem after the exile.

Definition

Ibneiah was a Benjamite and the son of Jeroham. He is named among the families associated with Jerusalem.

Biblical Usage

Ibneiah appears in the genealogical list of inhabitants of Jerusalem.

Historical Background

The name is explained as meaning “whom Jehovah will build up.”

Scripture References

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
(whom Jehovah will build up), son of Jehoram, a Benjamite. (1 Chronicles 9:8)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ib-ne'-ya (yibhneyah, "Yah buildeth up"): A Benjamite, son of Jeroham (1Ch 9:8).</p>
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