Zibiaצִבְיָא
Son of Shaharaim, a Benjamite
Who is Zibia in the Bible?
Zibia was a son of Shaharaim, a Benjamite, born to his wife Hodesh in the country of Moab (1 Chronicles 8:9). He appears only in the genealogical records of the tribe of Benjamin, where his name is listed among the descendants of Shaharaim. His mention in Scripture provides historical insight into the settlement patterns of the Benjamites, suggesting that some members of this tribe lived outside their designated territorial allotment. Though Zibia himself plays no active role in biblical narrative, his inclusion in the genealogies underscores the importance the Old Testament placed on documenting family lineage and tribal ancestry.
Biography
Zibia was a Benjamite mentioned in the genealogy of Shaharaim in 1 Chronicles 8. He was one of the sons born to Shaharaim and his wife Hodesh in the country of Moab. This genealogical record provides insight into the family structure and lineage of the tribe of Benjamin. It also suggests that some Benjamites, like Shaharaim, lived outside of their allotted territory, in this case, in Moab.
Family
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- JobabTribe of BenjaminSaul's familyA son of Elpaal, descendant of BenjaminView full profile →
- MeshaTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and founder of Ziph.View full profile →
- MalcamTribe of BenjaminSon of ShaharaimSon of Shaharaim, a Benjamite.View full profile →
- JeuzTribe of BenjaminSon of ShaharaimA descendant of Shaharaim from the tribe of BenjaminView full profile →
- SachiaTribe of BenjaminSon of ShaharaimSon of Shaharaim, a BenjamiteView full profile →
- MirmahTribe of BenjaminSon of ShaharaimA Benjamite mentioned in a genealogy.View full profile →
- AbitubTribe of BenjaminSon of ShaharaimSon of Shaharaim, a BenjaminiteView full profile →
- ElpaalTribe of BenjaminSon of ShaharaimA Benjamite, son of Shaharaim.View full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 8:9
"His sons by his wife Hodesh: Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | צִבְיָא |