Lexical Summary Yimna: Yimna Original Word: יִמְנָע Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Jimna, an Israelite From mana'; he will restrain; Jimna, an Israelite: see HEBREW mana' NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom mana Definition "He will restrain," an Asherite NASB Translation Imna (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs יִמְנָע proper name, masculine son of Helem (of Asher) 1 Chronicles 7:35. ᵐ5 Ιμανα, ᵐ5L Ιαμνα. Topical Lexicon Name and Sole Biblical Occurrence “Zophah, Imna, Shelesh, and Amal” (1 Chronicles 7:35). The person here called Imna (Hebrew יִמְנָע) is named only once in Scripture. Genealogical Placement Imna is listed among the sons of Helem, within the wider genealogy of the tribe of Asher (1 Chronicles 7:30–40). While earlier genealogies mention Imnah, a direct son of Asher (Genesis 46:17; Numbers 26:44; 1 Chronicles 7:30), the Chronicler distinguishes Imna as a later descendant. His inclusion affirms the branching complexity of Asher’s family lines after the settlement in Canaan. Historical Context 1 Chronicles was compiled after the exile to reaffirm Israel’s covenant identity and to document family pedigrees essential for land rights, military organization, and temple service. By preserving even a single–mentioned name like Imna, the Chronicler demonstrates the meticulous care with which post-exilic Israel traced continuity with the patriarchal past. Tribal Significance The territory of Asher bordered the Mediterranean and was famed for its fertile hills and abundant olive oil (Deuteronomy 33:24), supplying produce to neighboring tribes and, later, to the kingdom at large. Every household named in the Asherite register—Imna’s included—contributed manpower and resources that supported Israel’s economy, defenses, and worship. Spiritual Themes 1. Individual Worth: The record of an otherwise unknown man underscores that God notices and honors each person within His covenant community. Ministry Applications • Hidden Faithfulness: Many believers labor without public acclaim; yet, like Imna, their names are written and their service counts (Hebrews 6:10). Christological Perspective While Imna himself is not in the Messianic lineage, the Chronicler’s genealogies confirm that God orders history toward the coming of Christ. By faithfully recording every branch—including Asher’s line—Scripture testifies that “all the promises of God find their Yes in Him” (2 Corinthians 1:20). In Christ, the significance of even the least-known Israelite is amplified, for He is “not ashamed to call them brothers” (Hebrews 2:11). Summary Imna’s solitary appearance reminds readers that no servant of God is too obscure for His record. Nestled within Asher’s fruitful tribe, this little-known descendant illustrates covenant continuity, the value of every believer, and the overarching faithfulness that culminates in the gospel. Forms and Transliterations וְיִמְנָ֖ע וימנע veyimNa wə·yim·nā‘ wəyimnā‘Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 7:35 HEB: אָחִ֑יו צוֹפַ֥ח וְיִמְנָ֖ע וְשֵׁ֥לֶשׁ וְעָמָֽל׃ NAS: [were] Zophah, Imna, Shelesh KJV: Zophah, and Imna, and Shelesh, INT: of his brother Zophah Imna Shelesh and Amal 1 Occurrence |
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