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Benjamin

Facts:

Benjamin was the youngest son born to Jacob and his wife Rachel. His name means, "son of my right hand."

  • He and his older brother Joseph were the only children of Rachel, who died after Benjamin was born.
  • The descendants of Benjamin became one of the twelve tribes of Israel.
  • King Saul was from the Israelite tribe of Benjamin.
  • The apostle Paul was also from the tribe of Benjamin.

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(See also: israel · jacob · josephot · paul · rachel · 12tribesofisrael)

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