Word Study

The meaning of תִּבְנִי

Understanding Tibnîy reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

H8402
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance

תִּבְנִי

Phonetictib-nee'
TransliterationTibnîy
Grammar Code
N:N-M-P
Noun
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Tibni. - § Tibni = "intelligent" - Tibni, an Israelite 1) contender for the throne of the northern kingdom of Israel after the death of Zimri; fought for 4 years with the rival faction whose leader was Omri; died after 4 years leaving the throne to Omri

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
1 Kings 16:21

Then were the people of Israel divided into two parts: half of the people followed Tibni the son of Ginath, to make him king; and half followed Omri.

1 Kings 16:22

But the people that followed Omri prevailed against the people that followed Tibni the son of Ginath: so Tibni died, and Omri reigned.

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
2x
Most Frequent Book
1 Kings
Book Distribution
1 Kings2

Devotional Reflection

How does the original Hebrew meaning of 'תִּבְנִי' deepen your understanding of 1 Kings 16:21?