People of the Bible

Jarib

The name Jarib means “fighting; chiding; multiplying; avenging.” Jarib is mentioned in 1 verse of the Bible, first in Ezra 8:16.

Who was Jarib?

One of the chiefs sent by Ezra to bring up the priests to Jerusalem (Ezra 8:16).

Biography adapted from Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897), public domain, linked via Theographic Bible Metadata.

Key verses about Jarib

  • Ezra 8:16

    Then sent I for Eliezer, for Ariel, for Shemaiah, and for Elnathan, and for Jarib, and for Elnathan, and for Nathan, and for Zechariah, and for Meshullam, chief men; also for Joiarib, and for Elnathan, men of understanding.

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