The story of Rinnah
Rinnah is a man named in the genealogies of Judah in 1 Chronicles, listed as one of the sons of Shimon. The chronicler names Shimon's sons as Amnon, Rinnah, Benhanan and Tilon (1 Chronicles 4:20). The verse places this family within the list of the descendants of Judah that fills 1 Chronicles 4.
Nothing further is recorded about Rinnah: Scripture gives no deeds, offices or other relatives beyond his father and brothers, and his name appears only in this one verse.
- Name meaning
- Joyful shout
- Name origin
- Hebrew
- First mention
- 1 Chronicles 4:20
- Appearances in the Bible
- 1 mentions
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Who was Rinnah in the Bible?
Rinnah is a man named in the genealogies of Judah in 1 Chronicles, listed as one of the sons of Shimon. The chronicler names Shimon's sons as Amnon, Rinnah, Benhanan and Tilon (1 Chronicles 4:20). The verse places this family within the list of the descendants of Judah that fills 1 Chronicles 4. Nothing further is recorded about Rinnah: Scripture gives no deeds, offices or other relatives beyond his father and brothers, and his name appears only in this one verse.
What does the name Rinnah mean?
The name Rinnah means “Joyful shout”. Origin: Hebrew.
Where is Rinnah first mentioned in the Bible?
Rinnah is first mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:20.
How many times is Rinnah mentioned in the Bible?
Number of mentions in the Bible: 1.
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