Benjamin, Benjaminite

Definition

Benjamin was Jacob’s twelfth son. He was Rachel’s second son. His descendants became one of the tribes of Israel.

• The tribe descended from him was known as the “tribe of Benjamin” or “Benjamin” or the “Benjaminites.”
• In Hebrew, the name Benjamin means “son of my right hand.”
• The tribe of Benjamin settled just northwest of the Dead Sea, north of Jerusalem.
• King Saul was from the tribe of Benjamin.
• The apostle Paul was from the tribe of Benjamin.

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

Bible References

• 1 Chronicles 2:1-2
• 1 Kings 2:8
• Acts 13:21-22
• Genesis 35:18
• Genesis 42:4
• Genesis 42:35-36
• Philippians 3:4-5

Word Data

• Strong’s: H1144, G09580