Lexical Definition
Μαϊνάν Maïnán (mahee-nan') Menna N:N-M-P
probably of Hebrew origin
Mainan.
- Mainan, an Israelite
Usage: 1 form in 1 verse
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Μεννὰ | of Menna | Luke.3.31 |
Abbott-Smith
Μεννά, (L, Μεννᾶς, -ᾶ; Rec. Μαϊνάν) ὁ,
Menna: Lk 3:31.†
Abbott-Smith References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| Luke | 3:31 |
Profile
Male • Son of Mattatha • An ancestor of Jesus in Luke's genealogy.
Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Menna, mentioned in Luke's genealogy of Jesus (Luk.3.31).
- A man from the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Luk.3.31;
- only referred to as Menna Μαϊνάν;
- a son of Mattatha Ματταθά;
- father of Melea Μελεᾶς.
Menna is a name that appears in the genealogy of Jesus Christ recorded in the Gospel of Luke (Luk.3.31). He is listed as an ancestor of Jesus, but no additional information about his life or role is provided in the biblical text. His name suggests he was likely of Jewish descent.
All entries for Menna: Μαϊνάν