Bani בָּנִי
A Levite who taught the Law and led prayers.
Who is Bani in the Bible?
Bani, also known as Binnui, was a Levite who served as a teacher and worship leader during the spiritual renewal of Israel under Nehemiah's leadership. He is mentioned in Nehemiah 8:7 as one of the Levites who helped explain the Law to the people as Ezra read it publicly, enabling the people to understand God's Word. In Nehemiah 9:4-5, Bani led the people in corporate prayer and confession, standing with other Levites to acknowledge both the nation's sins and God's faithfulness. His consistent involvement in teaching, prayer leadership, and covenant renewal demonstrates the essential role of the Levites in restoring spiritual obedience and worship among God's people after the exile.
Biography
Bani, also known as Binnui, was a Levite who played a significant role in the spiritual renewal of Israel during the time of Nehemiah. In Neh.8.7, Bani is listed among the Levites who helped explain the Law to the people as Ezra read it aloud. This teaching ministry was crucial for the people to understand and apply God's Word. Later, in Neh.9.4-5, Bani is one of the Levites who led the people in a prayer of confession and worship. He stood on the stairs with other Levites and cried out to God, acknowledging the nation's sins and God's faithfulness. Bani is also mentioned in Neh.10.9 as one of the Levites who signed the covenant to obey God's law. In Neh.12.8, he is listed among the Levites who participated in the dedication of the wall. These references highlight Bani's involvement in various aspects of spiritual leadership, including teaching, prayer, and covenant renewal.
In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study contentNehemiah 5 verses
- Nehemiah 8:7
"The Levites—Jeshua, Bani, Sherebiah, Jamin, Akkub, Shabbethai, Hodiah, Maaseiah, Kelita, Azariah, Jozabad, Hanan, and Pelaiah—instructed the people in the Law as they stood in their places."
Study Nehemiah → - Nehemiah 9:4
"And the Levites—Jeshua, Bani, Kadmiel, Shebaniah, Bunni, Sherebiah, Bani, and Chenani—stood on the raised platform and cried out in a loud voice to the LORD their God."
Study Nehemiah → - Nehemiah 9:5
"Then the Levites—Jeshua, Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabneiah, Sherebiah, Hodiah, Shebaniah, and Pethahiah—said, “Stand up and bless the LORD your God from everlasting to everlasting: Blessed be Your glorious name, and may it be exalted above all blessing and praise."
Study Nehemiah → - Nehemiah 10:9
"The Levites: Jeshua son of Azaniah, Binnui of the sons of Henadad, Kadmiel,"
Study Nehemiah → - Nehemiah 12:8
"The Levites were Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, who, with his associates, led the songs of thanksgiving."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | בָּנִי |
| Named | Hebrew | בִּנּוּי |