Aniam אֲנִיעָם
Son of Shemida, descendant of Manasseh
Who is Aniam in the Bible?
Aniam was a son of Shemida and a descendant of the tribe of Manasseh, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 7:19. He appears in the genealogical records that trace the family lines and clans within the tribe of Manasseh, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. Beyond this genealogical listing, the biblical text provides no additional information about Aniam's life, actions, or significance. His name is preserved primarily as part of the historical record documenting the descendants of Joseph's son Manasseh during ancient Israel's tribal organization.
Biography
Aniam is mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Manasseh, found in 1 Chronicles 7. He is listed as one of the sons of Shemida, who was a descendant of Manasseh, the son of Joseph. The genealogy provides a record of the families and clans within the tribe of Manasseh, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. Apart from this mention in the genealogical list, no further information is given about Aniam in the biblical text.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 7:19
"And these were the sons of Shemida: Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אֲנִיעָם |