Menna Μαϊνάν
An ancestor of Jesus in Luke's genealogy.
Who is Menna in the Bible?
Menna is an ancestor of Jesus Christ listed in Luke's genealogy (Luke 3:31). He appears in the lineage that traces Jesus's earthly descent through his mother Mary, positioned between Melea and Mattatha in the genealogical record. Beyond his inclusion in this ancestral line, no other details about Menna's life, character, or historical role are provided in Scripture. His presence in Luke's genealogy underscores the importance of Jesus's connection to the line of David and establishes his genuine humanity within Jewish history.
Biography
Menna is a name that appears in the genealogy of Jesus Christ recorded in the Gospel of Luke (Luk.3.31). He is listed as an ancestor of Jesus, but no additional information about his life or role is provided in the biblical text. His name suggests he was likely of Jewish descent.
Family
In Scripture
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- Luke 3:31
"the son of Melea, the son of Menna, the son of Mattatha, the son of Nathan, the son of David,"
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Greek | Μαϊνάν |