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Benjamin

Benjamite

Facts:

Benjamin was the youngest son born to Jacob and his wife Rachel. His name means, "son of my right hand."

  • He and his older brother Joseph were the only children of Rachel, who died after Benjamin was born.
  • The descendants of Benjamin became one of the twelve tribes of Israel.
  • The term "Benjamite" refers to a person who belonged to the tribe of Benjamin.
  • King Saul was from the Israelite tribe of Benjamin.
  • The apostle Paul was also from the tribe of Benjamin.

(Translation suggestions: rc://en/ta/man/jit/translate-names)

(See also: Israel, Jacob, Joseph (OT), Paul, Rachel, twelve tribes of Israel)

Bible References:

Word Data:

  • Strong's: H1144, G958

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Benjamin, Benjamin's, Benjamite, Benjamites