Old Testament · Major figure
Bani
A name shared by several Levites and leaders who served during the return from Babylonian exile.
The name Bani refers to multiple individuals in the Old Testament, including one of David's mighty men and several Levites involved in the post-exilic restoration. These men were instrumental in the rebuilding of Jerusalem, the public reading of the Law under Ezra, and the service of the temple. Their presence highlights the continuity of the Levitical priesthood and leadership during the return from captivity.
In the text
- Verses
- 14
- Books
- 4
- First appears
- 2 Samuel 23:36
- Last appears
- Nehemiah 12:8
Where Bani appears
14 verses · 11 chaptersIn the same books
- Baanah8 versesA Benjamite captain who assassinated Ish-bosheth, later followed by others of the same name in the post-exilic era.
- Eliashib15 versesThe High Priest who oversaw the rebuilding of the Jerusalem wall and later compromised temple purity.
- Hanun10 versesAn Ammonite king who insulted David's envoys, and a post-exilic returnee who helped rebuild Jerusalem's wall.
- Harim8 versesA priestly family line serving in the temple and returning from the Babylonian exile.
- Uzzi8 versesA name shared by several individuals in the Old Testament, including a priest, a Levite, and a descendant of Issachar.
- Joab120 versesThe ruthless and capable commander of King David's army who served as his loyal but often disobedient general.
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