Hasshub חַשּׁוּב
A repairer of Jerusalem's wall opposite his house.
Who is Hasshub in the Bible?
Hasshub was a resident of Jerusalem who participated in the rebuilding of the city's wall under Nehemiah's leadership. According to Nehemiah 3:23, he repaired a section of the wall directly opposite his own house, working alongside Benjamin on this restoration project. His inclusion in the account of the wall's reconstruction suggests that Hasshub had a personal investment in Jerusalem's restoration, as homeowners often took responsibility for the portions of the wall nearest their residences. Though little else is known about him, Hasshub's contribution exemplifies how ordinary citizens of Jerusalem united in the crucial task of rebuilding their city's defenses after the exile.
Biography
Hasshub is mentioned in the book of Nehemiah as one of the individuals who helped repair Jerusalem's wall during the time of Nehemiah. He repaired a section of the wall opposite his house, along with Benjamin. This suggests that Hasshub lived in Jerusalem and had a personal stake in the city's restoration. His participation in the rebuilding of the wall demonstrates the involvement of various individuals in the restoration of Jerusalem. (Neh.3.23).
In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study contentNehemiah 1 verse
- Nehemiah 3:23
"Beyond them, Benjamin and Hasshub made repairs in front of their house, and next to them, Azariah son of Maaseiah, the son of Ananiah, made repairs beside his house."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | חַשּׁוּב |