Strong’s G0958

Βενιαμίν

Part of speech

Proper Noun, Indeclinable

Transliteration

Beniamin

Pronunciation

ben-ee-ah-MEEN

Definition

Benjamin

Meaning

Benjamin, youngest son of Jacob, founder of one of the twelve tribes of Israel.

Usage

The name "Benjamin" means "son of the right hand" or "son of the south." In the New Testament, it refers to the tribe of Benjamin, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, and occasionally to individuals from this tribe. The name is used to denote lineage and tribal affiliation, particularly in the context of the Apostle Paul, who identifies himself as a member of the tribe of Benjamin.

Bible references

Acts 13:21;Romans 11:1;Philippians 3:5;Revelation 7:8