Bible Dictionary
Kenite, The
The Kenite was a member of a nomadic people closely related to Midian and associated with Jethro. Kenites maintained friendly relations with Israel, and some later became associated with the Rechabites.
Biblical Usage
Jethro is identified both as a Midianite and as a Kenite. The Kenites accompanied Israel during its wanderings, received friendly treatment because of their kindness, and later lived among or near Judah and the Amalekites. Heber was a Kenite who moved northward.
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