Man living at the time of Exile and Return
Bani was a Levite who led prayers of confession and sealed the covenant during Nehemiah's time.
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Bani is mentioned in Neh.9.4 and Neh.10.13 as a Levite who played a significant role in the spiritual renewal of Israel during the time of Nehemiah. In Neh.9.4, Bani is one of the Levites who stood on the stairs and led the people in a prayer of confession. This prayer acknowledged the nation's sins, God's faithfulness, and the people's commitment to obey God's law. Later, in Neh.10.13, Bani is listed among the Levites who sealed the covenant, publicly declaring their dedication to follow God's commandments. These references highlight Bani's involvement in leading the people in prayer and covenant renewal, demonstrating his spiritual leadership within the community.
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2 verses in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H1137
And the Levites—Jeshua, Bani, Kadmiel, Shebaniah, Bunni, Sherebiah, Bani, and Chenani—stood on the raised platform and cried out in a loud voice to the LORD their God.
Hodiah, Bani, and Beninu.
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