1.1 KiB
1.1 KiB
Benjamin, Benjamite, Benjamites
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.
- 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:
- 1 Chronicles 02:1-2
- 1 Kings 02:08
- Acts 13:21-22
- Genesis 35:18
- Genesis 42:04
- Genesis 42:35-36
- Philippians 03:4-5
Word Data:
- Strong's: H1144, G958