Ahijah אֲחִיָּ֫הוּ

Male H0281G 1 book

Son of Seraiah (or 'Shisha'), a scribe during Solomon's reign

Biography

Ahijah, the son of Seraiah (or 'Shisha'), is mentioned as one of the scribes who served during the reign of King Solomon. Along with his brother Elihoreph, Ahijah held the important position of recording and documenting the king's decrees, correspondence, and other official matters. Scribes in ancient Israel were highly educated individuals who played a crucial role in the administration of the kingdom. No further details about Ahijah's life or specific duties are provided in the Bible. (1Ki.4.3).

Family

In Scripture

1 biblical book
1 Kings 1 verse
  • 1 Kings 4:3

    "Elihoreph and Ahijah, the sons of Shisha, scribes; Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud, the recorder;"

Names & Aliases

Form Language Script Strong's
Named Hebrew אֲחִיָּ֫הוּ H0281G