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Imnah

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Imnah was the name of an Asherite, the firstborn son of Asher, and also of a Levite who served during Hezekiah’s reign.

Definition

Imnah is the name of an Asherite and of a Levite. One Imnah was the firstborn son of Asher; another was a Levite who served during the reign of Hezekiah.

Biblical Usage

The Asherite Imnah appears in genealogical lists, while the Levite Imnah is associated with the reforms and temple service of Hezekiah’s time.

Historical Background

The name is explained as “holding back.” The supplied material distinguishes the two individuals by tribe and period.

Scripture References

1 Chronicles 7:30 2 Chronicles 31:14

Related Figures

Hezekiah Asher one of the twelve tribes of Israel

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
(holding back).
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>im'-na (yimnah):</p><p>(1) Eldest son of Asher (Ge 46:17, the King James Version "Jimnah"; Nu 26:44, the King James Version "Jimna"; 1Ch 7:30).</p><p>(2) A Levite of Hezekiah's time (2Ch 31:14).</p>
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