Strong’s H1393
גִּבְעֹנִי
Part of speech
Adjective
Transliteration
Gib`oniy
Pronunciation
ghib-o-nee'
Definition
Gibeonite
Meaning
a Gibonite
Usage
The term "Gibeonite" refers to the inhabitants of Gibeon, a significant city in ancient Canaan. The Gibeonites are most notably recognized for their cunning treaty with Joshua and the Israelites, as recorded in the book of Joshua. They are often associated with servitude, as they were made hewers of wood and drawers of water for the Israelite community and the altar of the LORD.
Bible references
2 Samuel 21:1;2 Samuel 21:2;2 Samuel 21:2;2 Samuel 21:3;2 Samuel 21:4;2 Samuel 21:9;1 Chronicles 12:4;Nehemiah 3:7