Easton's Bible Dictionary: M. G. Easton, M.A., D.D.

Joiarib

(whom Jehovah defends) = Jehoiarib.

  1. The founder of one of the courses of the priests (Neh. 11:10).
  2. Neh. 11:5; a descendant of Judah.
  3. Neh. 12:6.
  4. Ezra 8:16, a "man of understanding" whom Ezra sent to "bring ministers for the house of God."

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