Zimri Summary
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Zimri, a Benjamite, was the son of Jehoadah and is mentioned in the genealogies of Benjamin.
son of Jehoadda (1CH 8:36)
Lineage: Aphiah › Bechorath › Zeror › Abiel › Kish › Saul › Jonathan › Mephibosheth › Micah › Ahaz › Jarah › Zimri
Names
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Zimri
· Also called · H2174 none · 1CH 8:36 wild goats, sheep; [poss.] awe of y-h-v-h
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זִמְרִי
ziməriy · H2174 · 1CH 8:36 wild goats, sheep; [poss.] awe of y-h-v-h
- el Ζαμβρι Zambri · none · 1CH 8:36
- bg Зимрий
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Conditional birth estimate · c. 980 BC – 880 BC
Conditional birth bounds under generation assumptions; not attested parental ages, biological limits or a lifespan.
Below are relatives with a selected birth year, the generations separating them, and the interval allowed by each anchor. Each relative’s page shows available dates and sources. The overall estimate uses the intersection of the allowed intervals.
| Relative / anchor year | Generations | Conditional interval |
|---|---|---|
| Mephibosheth · 1060 BC Ancestor |
4 20–45 years per generation |
c. 980 BC – 880 BC |
| Jonathan · 1094 BC Ancestor |
5 20–45 years per generation |
c. 994 BC – 869 BC |
One-parent family
- Son: Moza
Zimri Article
STEPBible TIPNR
Zimri was a member of the tribe of Benjamin mentioned in the genealogies found in 1Chronicles 8 and 9. He was the son of Jehoadah and is listed among the descendants of Saul, the first king of Israel. The genealogies in these chapters trace the lineage of several prominent Benjamite families, particularly those who lived in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. The repetition of Zimri's name in both genealogies suggests that he was a significant figure within the tribe of Benjamin. However, no additional information is provided about his life or role within the tribe. The inclusion of Zimri in the genealogical records demonstrates the importance of preserving family lineages and the connection of the Benjamites to their royal heritage through Saul's line.
Sources: BibleData (CC BY 4.0, Zimri_3) · STEPBible TIPNR (CC BY 4.0, Zimri@1Ch.8.36-) · Theographic Bible Metadata (CC BY-SA 4.0, zimri_3089)