Baaseiah בַּעֲשֵׂיָה
A Levite in the lineage of Gershom.
Who is Baaseiah in the Bible?
Baaseiah was a Levite from the lineage of Gershom, one of the sons of Levi, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 6:40. He served as the father of Michael and the son of Malchijah within the genealogical record of the Levites. The Levites were designated by God to assist the priests in tabernacle and temple worship, and Baaseiah's inclusion in this genealogy establishes the continuity and legitimacy of the Levitical priesthood across generations. While no other details about his personal life or specific duties are recorded, his place in this lineage confirms his role as part of the priestly support system that was central to Israel's religious life.
Biography
Baaseiah is mentioned in 1Ch.6.40 as part of a genealogy of the Levites, specifically the descendants of Gershom, one of the sons of Levi. The Levites were the tribe designated to assist the priests in the tabernacle and temple worship. The genealogy traces the lineage of several prominent Levitical families. Baaseiah is listed as the father of Michael and the son of Malchijah. Beyond this genealogical information, no other details are provided about Baaseiah's life or specific role within the Levitical community. The inclusion of his name in the genealogy serves to establish the continuity and legitimacy of the Levitical priesthood across generations.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 6:40
"the son of Michael, the son of Baaseiah, the son of Malchijah,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | בַּעֲשֵׂיָה |