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Joiarib

People & Groups • Old Testament
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.
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.
Scripture References
Nehemiah 11:10 Nehemiah 11:5 Nehemiah 12:6 Ezra 8:16 Nehemiah 12:19