joi'-a-rib (yoyaribh, "Yahweh pleads" or "contends"; compare JEHOIARIB): (1) A "teacher" of Ezra's time (Ezr 8:16). (2) A Judahite (Neh 11:5). (3) In Neh 11:10; 12:6,19 = JEHOIARIB (which see).
Bibliography Information Orr, James, M.A., D.D. General Editor. "Definition for 'JOIARIB'". "International Standard Bible Encyclopedia". bible-history.com - ISBE; 1915.