Ginath
Ginath was the father of Tibni, who contended with Omri for the throne of Israel.
The name Ginath means “Ginnetho, a garden”
MaleDivided Monarchy eraOld Testament1 book2 verses
Summary
A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1 Kings 16:21; only referred to as Ginath (גִּינַ֑ת); father of Tibni.
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Alternative names
- גִּינַ֑תGinath
Mentions
- At that time the people of Israel were divided: Half of the people supported Tibni son of Ginath as king, and half supported Omri.
- But the followers of Omri proved stronger than those of Tibni son of Ginath. So Tibni died and Omri became king.