Hanan חָנָן
A treasurer appointed by Nehemiah for the storehouses.
Who is Hanan in the Bible?
Hanan, son of Zaccur, was appointed by Nehemiah as one of the treasurers responsible for overseeing the storehouses in Jerusalem during the post-exilic period (Nehemiah 13:13). Nehemiah selected four reliable men, including Hanan, to distribute the portions of tithes and offerings to the priests and Levites from the collected stores. His appointment reflects Nehemiah's commitment to ensuring fair resource distribution and adequate support for those serving in the temple. Hanan's role was significant because it demonstrated how trustworthy individuals were essential to maintaining proper temple function and sustaining religious leadership in the restored Jewish community.
Biography
Hanan, the son of Zaccur, is mentioned in Neh.13.13 as one of the treasurers appointed by Nehemiah to oversee the storehouses. Nehemiah assigned four reliable men, including Hanan, to distribute the portions due to the priests and Levites from the tithes and offerings collected in the storehouses. This appointment was made to ensure the fair distribution of resources and to support the temple service. Nehemiah's choice of Hanan and the other treasurers was based on their trustworthiness and integrity. The appointment of dedicated individuals like Hanan helped maintain the proper functioning of the temple and the support of its personnel in the post-exilic period.
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In Scripture
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- Nehemiah 13:13
"I appointed as treasurers over the storerooms Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah of the Levites, with Hanan son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah, to assist them, because they were considered trustworthy. They were responsible for distributing the supplies to..."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | חָנָן |