Bunni is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the context of the post-exilic period of Israel's history. The name "Bunni" is believed to mean "built" or "understanding" in Hebrew. Bunni is associated with the Levites, a tribe set apart for religious duties and service in the temple.

Biblical References:

1. Nehemiah 9:4 · Bunni is mentioned as one of the Levites who stood on the stairs and called out to the people during a significant moment of confession and worship. The verse states: "On the stairs of the Levites stood Jeshua, Bani, Kadmiel, Shebaniah, Bunni, Sherebiah, Bani, and Chenani, and they cried out with a loud voice to the LORD their God."

2. Nehemiah 10:9 · Bunni is listed among the Levites who sealed the covenant, a solemn agreement made by the people of Israel to follow the Law of God after their return from Babylonian exile. The verse reads: "The Levites: Jeshua son of Azaniah, Binnui of the sons of Henadad, Kadmiel,"

Historical and Religious Context:

Bunni's role as a Levite during the time of Nehemiah highlights the importance of the Levites in the religious and communal life of Israel. After the return from exile, the Levites were instrumental in re-establishing the worship practices and ensuring that the Law of Moses was taught and adhered to by the people. The Levites, including Bunni, were responsible for leading the people in worship, teaching the Law, and maintaining the sanctity of the temple services.

The period of Nehemiah was marked by a strong emphasis on covenant renewal and religious reform. The public reading of the Law and the subsequent confession of sins, in which Bunni participated, were crucial in reorienting the community towards faithfulness to God. The sealing of the covenant, in which Bunni was involved, was a public declaration of the people's commitment to live according to God's commandments.

Significance:

Bunni's mention in the book of Nehemiah underscores the collective effort of the Levites in guiding the spiritual revival of Israel. His participation in the public confession and covenant renewal signifies the role of the Levites as spiritual leaders and mediators between God and the people. Bunni's involvement in these pivotal events reflects the broader theme of restoration and renewal that characterizes the post-exilic period, as the Israelites sought to rebuild not only their physical city but also their spiritual identity as God's chosen people.Bunni

building me

Bunni

(my understanding).

1. One of the Levites in the time of Nehemiah. (Nehemiah 9:4)
2. Another Levite, but of earlier date than the preceding. (Nehemiah 11:15)

BUNNI

bun'-i (bunni, buni, bunni; compare BANI):

(1) A Levite (Nehemiah 9:4). The repetition of Bani's name in this passage is probably a scribal error. The Syriac version for the second "Bani" reads "Binnui"; but as, in Nehemiah 10:9 and Nehemiah 12:8, Binnui's name comes, as here, between those of Jeshua and Kadmiel, we should substitute Binnui here for the first Bani. The Septuagint renders all three names as if the Hebrew in each case had been bene, "sons of," reducing the proper names in the verse to five. The names probably stand for chief Levitical houses rather than individuals.

(2) Another Levite, one of the overseers of the temple, father of Hashabiah, according to Nehemiah 11:15; but, according to 1 Chronicles 9:14, Hashabiah is "of the sons of Merari" The reading in Nehemiah is a corruption of the one in Ch.

H. J. Wolf

1138. Bunni -- the name of several Israelites
... Bunni. 1139 . the name of several Israelites. Transliteration: Bunni Phonetic
Spelling: (boon-nee') Short Definition: Bunni. ... NASB Word Usage Bunni (3). Bunni. ...
/hebrew/1138.htm - 6kBunni (3 Occurrences)
...BUNNI. bun'-i (bunni, buni, bunni; compare BANI): (1) A Levite (Nehemiah 9:4). The
repetition of Bani's name in this passage is probably a scribal error. ...
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Kad'mi-el (8 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 9:4 Then stood up upon the platform of the Levites, Jeshua, and Bani, Kadmiel,
Shebaniah, Bunni, Sherebiah, Bani, and Chenani, and cried with a loud ...
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Kadmiel (8 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 9:4 Then stood up on the stairs of the Levites, Jeshua, and Bani, Kadmiel,
Shebaniah, Bunni, Sherebiah, Bani, and Chenani, and cried with a loud voice ...
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Kenani (1 Occurrence)
... Nehemiah 9:4 Then stood up on the stairs of the Levites, Jeshua, and Bani, Kadmiel,
Shebaniah, Bunni, Sherebiah, Bani, and Chenani, and cried with a loud voice ...
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Platform (9 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 9:4 Then stood up upon the stairs of the Levites, Jeshua, and Bani, Kadmiel,
Shebaniah, Bunni, Sherebiah, Bani, and Chenani, and cried with a loud ...
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Bebai (3 Occurrences)
... Athlai. (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). Nehemiah 10:15 Bunni,
Azgad, Bebai, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Bundles (4 Occurrences)

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Bani (15 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 9:4 Then stood up on the stairs of the Levites, Jeshua, and Bani, Kadmiel,
Shebaniah, Bunni, Sherebiah, Bani, and Chenani, and cried with a loud voice ...
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Be'bai (5 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). Nehemiah 7:16 The children of Bebai, six hundred twenty-eight. (See RSV).
Nehemiah 10:15 Bunni, Azgad, Bebai, (See RSV). Bebai, Be'bai. Became . ...
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Chenani (1 Occurrence)
... Nehemiah 9:4 Then stood up on the stairs of the Levites, Jeshua, and Bani, Kadmiel,
Shebaniah, Bunni, Sherebiah, Bani, and Chenani, and cried with a loud voice ...
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