benjamite (Meaning)
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benjamite (n.)
A descendant of Benjamin; one of the tribe of Benjamin.
Synonyms & Antonyms of benjamite
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benjamite Sentence Examples
- Benjamin, the last son of Jacob, was the progenitor of the Benjamites, a tribe in ancient Israel.
- The Benjamites were known for their fierce warriors, particularly in the battle of Gibeah.
- The ark of the covenant was temporarily housed at Beth-el, a city in the territory of the Benjamites.
- The Benjamites were part of the northern kingdom of Israel after the split from the southern kingdom of Judah.
- Saul, the first king of Israel, was a Benjamite from the city of Gibeah.
- The Benjamites were loyal to King Saul, even during the rebellion of Absalom.
- After the death of Saul, the Benjamites remained loyal to his son, Ish-bosheth, as king.
- The Benjamites eventually reunited with the kingdom of Judah under David.
- The Benjamites were among the tribes that returned from the Babylonian exile.
- The descendants of the Benjamites are still found among the Jewish people today.
FAQs About the word benjamite
A descendant of Benjamin; one of the tribe of Benjamin.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Benjamin, the last son of Jacob, was the progenitor of the Benjamites, a tribe in ancient Israel.
The Benjamites were known for their fierce warriors, particularly in the battle of Gibeah.
The ark of the covenant was temporarily housed at Beth-el, a city in the territory of the Benjamites.
The Benjamites were part of the northern kingdom of Israel after the split from the southern kingdom of Judah.
