Bible Dictionary
Joiarib
Joiarib was the name of several Old Testament figures, including a teacher in Ezra’s time, a Judahite, and a priestly ancestor associated with one of the courses of priests.
Definition
Joiarib is a name associated with several postexilic figures, including a teacher in Ezra’s time, a descendant of Judah, and a priestly ancestor connected with one of the priestly courses.
Biblical Usage
Joiarib appears among those involved in teaching, the inhabitants of Jerusalem, and the priestly genealogies. Ezra sent a man named Joiarib to obtain ministers for the house of God.
Historical Background
The name means “whom Jehovah defends” or “Yahweh pleads.” In some passages Joiarib is identified with Jehoiarib, the founder of a priestly course.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
(whom Jehovah defends) = Jehoiarib. (1.) The founder of one of the courses of the priests (Neh. 11:10). (2.) Neh. 11:5; a descendant of Judah. (3.) Neh. 12:6. (4.) Ezra 8:16, a “man of understanding” whom Ezra sent to “bring ministers for the house of God.”
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(whom Jehovah defends.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>joi'-a-rib (yoyaribh, "Yahweh pleads" or "contends"; compare JEHOIARIB):</p><p>(1) A "teacher" of Ezra's time (Ezr 8:16).</p><p>(2) A Judahite (Ne 11:5).</p><p>(3) In Ne 11:10; 12:6,19 = JEHOIARIB (which see).</p>