Adaiah עֲדָיָ֫הוּ
An ancestor of Maaseiah, a resident of Jerusalem
Who is Adaiah in the Bible?
Adaiah was an ancestor of Maaseiah, a prominent leader who settled in Jerusalem during the post-exilic period under Nehemiah (Nehemiah 11:5). He is mentioned in the genealogical records as part of the lineage of Perez, son of Judah, establishing the family heritage of those who returned to rebuild Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. While the Bible provides no specific details about Adaiah's own life or accomplishments, his inclusion in this genealogy indicates he was a significant figure in his family line. His mention underscores the importance of ancestral connections among the Jewish leaders who participated in repopulating and strengthening Jerusalem during Nehemiah's restoration efforts.
Biography
Adaiah is mentioned in the book of Nehemiah as an ancestor of Maaseiah, a leader who lived in Jerusalem during the post-exilic period (Neh.11.5). Maaseiah was among the descendants of Perez, the son of Judah, who settled in Jerusalem.
The context of Adaiah's mention is the listing of the leaders and prominent figures who resided in Jerusalem after the rebuilding of the city wall. This resettlement was part of Nehemiah's efforts to repopulate and strengthen Jerusalem following the return from Babylonian exile.
Adaiah's inclusion in the genealogy of Maaseiah suggests that he was a significant figure in the family lineage, although no specific details are provided about his life or role. The mention of his name serves to establish the ancestry of Maaseiah and to highlight the importance of family lineage in the records of the post-exilic community.
As an ancestor of a prominent leader in Jerusalem, Adaiah's legacy would have been remembered and celebrated by his descendants. However, beyond this brief mention, no further information is given about his personal life or contributions to the community.
Family
In Scripture
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- Nehemiah 11:5
"and Maaseiah son of Baruch, the son of Col-hozeh, the son of Hazaiah, the son of Adaiah, the son of Joiarib, the son of Zechariah, a descendant of Shelah."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עֲדָיָ֫הוּ |