Binea בִּנְעָא
Descendant of King Saul and Jonathan
Who is Binea in the Bible?
Binea was a descendant of King Saul and his son Jonathan, mentioned in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles 8:37 and 9:43. He appears in the family line tracing Saul's descendants after the king's death and the transfer of the kingship to David. Though Binea himself held no prominent role in biblical narrative, his inclusion in the official genealogy of 1 Chronicles demonstrates the biblical importance of preserving family records and ancestral lines. His presence in these genealogies emphasizes that even members of the deposed royal house were remembered and documented as part of Israel's historical record.
Biography
Binea is mentioned in the genealogy of King Saul and his descendants (1 Ch. 8:37; 9:43). He was a descendant of Saul's son Jonathan, who was a close friend of David. The genealogy in 1 Chronicles traces the lineage of Saul and his family, demonstrating the continuity of his descendants even after his death and the transfer of the kingship to David. Binea's inclusion in this record highlights the importance of family lineage and the preservation of ancestral records, even for those who were not part of the royal line of David.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 8:37
"Moza was the father of Binea. Raphah was his son, Eleasah his son, and Azel his son."
- 1 Chronicles 9:43
"Moza was the father of Binea. Rephaiah was his son, Elasah his son, and Azel his son."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | בִּנְעָא |