Lexical Definition
Ἰαννά Ianná (ee-an-nah') Jannai N:N-M-P
probably of Hebrew origin (compare יָנָה)
Janna.
- Janna, an Israelite
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Ἰανναὶ | of Jannai | Luke.3.24 |
Abbott-Smith
Ἰανναί (Rec. -νά), ὁ,
Jannai: Lk 3:24.†
Abbott-Smith References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| Luke | 3:24 |
Profile
Male • Son of Joseph • Ancestor of Jesus in Luke's genealogy
Man living at the time ofExile and return
Jannai was an ancestor of Jesus mentioned in Luke's genealogy.
- A man from the tribe of Judah living at the time ofExile and return, only mentioned at Luk.3.24;
- only referred to as Jannai Ἰαννά;
- a son of Joseph Ἰωσήφ;
- father of Melchi Μελχί.
Jannai is mentioned in Luke 3:24 as an ancestor of Jesus Christ in the genealogy traced through Joseph, Jesus' legal father. He is listed as the son of Joseph and the father of Melchi. The genealogy in Luke's Gospel traces Jesus' lineage back to Adam, emphasizing His humanity and connection to all mankind. No further information is provided about Jannai's life or his role in the family line that eventually led to Jesus. His inclusion in the genealogy highlights the importance of family heritage and the fulfillment of God's plan through the generations.
All entries for Jannai: Ἰαννά