Old Testament
Beraiah
A descendant of Benjamin listed among the heads of fathers' houses in Jerusalem.
Beraiah is identified in 1 Chronicles 8:21 as a son of Shimhi and a member of the tribe of Benjamin. He is listed among the family leaders who resided in Jerusalem, serving as part of the genealogical record that establishes the tribal heritage of the post-exilic community. His inclusion highlights the preservation of Benjaminite lineage within the historical narrative of Israel.
In the text
- Verses
- 1
- Books
- 1
- First appears
- 1 Chronicles 8:21
- Last appears
- 1 Chronicles 8:21
Where Beraiah appears
1 verse · 1 chapterIn the same books
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- Ben1 versesA Levite gatekeeper who served during the transfer of the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem.
- Amnon22 versesThe firstborn son of King David whose violent actions against his half-sister Tamar triggered a cycle of family tragedy.
- Ahithophel17 versesA trusted counselor to King David who defected to join Absalom's rebellion against the throne.
- Heman12 versesA Levite musician and seer appointed by David to lead temple worship and praise.
- Mephibosheth12 versesThe crippled son of Jonathan who received David's covenant kindness and a permanent place at the royal table.
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