Mehunim
Peopleâš¡ IN BRIEF (SUMMARY)
A family listed in Ezra 2:61 and Nehemiah 7:63 whose members were excluded from the priesthood because they could not prove their ancestral lineage.
What is the meaning of Mehunim in the Bible?
A family listed in Ezra 2:61 and Nehemiah 7:63 whose members were excluded from the priesthood because they could not prove their ancestral lineage.
SIGNIFICANCE
This record demonstrates the strict emphasis on priestly purity and genealogical verification among the returning exiles, showing how lineage determined religious status in the restored community.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Mehunim reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Mehunim in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Mehunim clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:61Nehemiah 7:63
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Source Attribution & Provenance
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE) and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been editorially modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and formatted for fast contextual reference.
How to Cite This Entry
"Mehunim." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/mehunim/