Bible Dictionary
Aniam
Aniam was a descendant of Manasseh and a son of Shemidah. He is mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Manasseh.
Definition
Aniam was a descendant of Manasseh and a son of Shemidah. His name is explained as “sighing” or “lament of the people.”
Biblical Usage
Aniam appears in the genealogical record of the descendants of Manasseh.
Historical Background
He belonged to the family of Shemidah.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(sighing of the people), a Manassite, son of Shemidah (1 Chronicles 7:19)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>a-ni'-am (`ani`am, "lament of the people"): A son of Shemidah of Manasseh (1Ch 7:19).</p>