Bunni בֻּנִּי
Levite who lived in Jerusalem during Nehemiah's time
Who is Bunni in the Bible?
Bunni was a Levite who lived in Jerusalem during the time of Nehemiah, as recorded in Nehemiah 11:15. After the completion of the wall of Jerusalem, Nehemiah worked to repopulate the city by organizing the resettlement of one-tenth of the surrounding population, including various leaders and religious officials. Bunni was among the Levites chosen to reside within the city walls, a significant role since the Levites bore primary responsibility for temple services and religious instruction to the community. His inclusion in this list of Jerusalem residents reflects the spiritual importance of maintaining a strong priestly presence in the holy city during the post-exilic period.
Biography
Bunni was a Levite who lived in Jerusalem during the time of Nehemiah (Neh. 11:15). After the completion of the wall of Jerusalem, Nehemiah organized the resettlement of the city, ensuring that a tenth of the population, including various leaders and officials, would reside within the city walls. Bunni is mentioned among the Levites who were chosen to live in Jerusalem. The presence of Levites in the city was crucial for maintaining the spiritual life of the community, as they were responsible for the temple services and religious instruction. Bunni's inclusion in the list of Levites residing in Jerusalem highlights his role in the spiritual leadership of the nation and the importance of having Levites present in the holy city.
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In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study contentNehemiah 1 verse
- Nehemiah 11:15
"From the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;"
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | בֻּנִּי |