Hasshub חַשּׁוּב
Son of Pahath-moab, a repairer of Jerusalem's wall.
Who is Hasshub in the Bible?
Hasshub was the son of Pahath-moab who participated in the reconstruction of Jerusalem's wall under Nehemiah's leadership. According to Nehemiah 3:11, Hasshub and Malchijah repaired another section of the wall along with the Tower of the Ovens. Pahath-moab appears to have been a family or clan name, indicating that Hasshub came from a prominent lineage involved in Jerusalem's restoration efforts. His inclusion in the rebuilding project demonstrates how the restoration of Jerusalem's defenses was a communal effort that drew participation from various families and social groups during the postexilic period.
Biography
Hasshub, the son of Pahath-moab, is mentioned in the book of Nehemiah as one of the individuals who helped repair Jerusalem's wall during the time of Nehemiah. He, along with Malchijah, repaired another section of the wall and the Tower of the Ovens. Pahath-moab was likely a family or clan name, indicating that Hasshub belonged to this group. His participation in the rebuilding of the wall demonstrates the involvement of various families and individuals in the restoration of Jerusalem. (Neh.3.11).
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In Scripture
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- Nehemiah 3:11
"Malchijah son of Harim and Hasshub son of Pahath-moab repaired another section, as well as the Tower of the Ovens."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | חַשּׁוּב |