Anani עֲנָנִי
Descendant of King David
Who is Anani in the Bible?
Anani was a descendant of King David mentioned in the genealogical record of 1 Chronicles 3:24. He appears in the line of succession that traced through Solomon, making him part of the royal lineage of Israel. According to the biblical record, Anani lived during the post-exilic period, after the people of Judah had returned from their captivity in Babylon. Beyond this single genealogical reference, no other details about his life or significance are recorded in Scripture. His mention serves primarily to document the continuation of David's dynasty and the survival of the royal line through the exile and restoration of Israel.
Biography
Anani is listed in the genealogy of King David found in 1 Chronicles 3. He is mentioned as one of the descendants of David, specifically from the line of Solomon. The genealogy traces David's lineage after the Babylonian exile, indicating that Anani lived during the post-exilic period. Apart from his mention in this genealogical record, no other information is provided about Anani in the Bible.
Family
Parents
Siblings
- Hodaviah Tribe of JudahSon of ElioenaiA descendant of David through Jeconiah.View full profile →
- Eliashib MalePriest during King David's reignView full profile →
- Pelaiah Tribe of JudahSon of ElioenaiDescendant of King DavidView full profile →
- Akkub Tribe of JudahSon of ElioenaiDescendant of King Jehoiachin of JudahView full profile →
- Johanan MaleDavid's warriorA Gadite warrior who joined David at ZiklagView full profile →
- Delaiah MalePriest in charge of the twenty-third divisionView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 3:24
"The sons of Elioenai: Hodaviah, Eliashib, Pelaiah, Akkub, Johanan, Delaiah, and Anani—seven in all."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עֲנָנִי |
Anani
(1) Grandfather of Azariah. He assisted in repairing the walls of Jerusalem after his return from the exile (Ne 3:23).
(2) A to