יְהוֹיָרִיב (ye.ho.ya.riv)
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Jehoiarib
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 2 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Jehoiarib, or יְהוֹיָרִיב, means "Jehovah contends" or "Yahweh pleads." It appears in the Hebrew Bible primarily as a proper noun for individuals within the priestly lineages of Israel. The sources identify two main bearers of this name: one who served as the head of the first course of priests during King David’s reign, and another prominent ancestor listed among those who returned from exile with Ezra.
Its significance lies in its connection to the sacred duties of the temple. As the leader of the first priestly division, Jehoiarib represents the foundational structure of worship established in Jerusalem. The name reflects a theological claim that God actively advocates for His people, a theme echoed in the priestly roles they fulfilled. Translators typically leave the name untranslated to preserve this specific historical and religious identity.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Jehoiarib means "Yahweh contends" or "God pleads." In ancient Israel, this title belonged to a priest who led the first division of temple service. This role was not just about ritual; it was a daily reminder that God actively advocates for His people. When you read these lists in Chronicles, you are seeing the faithful servants who stood between the community and the holy presence of God.
For your life today, this word invites you to rest in the truth that God is on your side. Just as Jehoiarib’s name declared God’s advocacy, you can trust that He pleads your case before the Father. You do not have to fight alone or prove your worth through your own efforts. His commitment to you is constant and sure.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 2 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- to/ Jehoiarib1×
- and/ Jehoiarib1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- לִ/יה֣וֹיָרִ֔יב1×
- וִ/יהוֹיָרִ֖יב1×
Key Verses
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I Chronicles 24:7
Now the first lot came out to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,
This verse establishes Jehoiarib as the head of the first priestly division, highlighting the organized structure of worship that God instituted through David.
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I Chronicles 9:10
Of the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, Jachin,
Here the name appears in a genealogical record, preserving the identity of those who maintained the temple service after the return from exile.