Jedaiah יְדָיָה
Repaired a section of Jerusalem's wall
Who is Jedaiah in the Bible?
Jedaiah was a Jewish resident of Jerusalem who participated in rebuilding the city's wall under Nehemiah's leadership following the return from Babylonian exile. According to Nehemiah 3:10, he repaired a section of the wall adjacent to his own house, suggesting he had a personal investment in Jerusalem's restoration and security. His work was part of a broader community effort that demonstrated the unity and dedication of the Jewish people in restoring their city's defenses. Jedaiah's contribution exemplifies the ordinary citizens who played vital roles in Jerusalem's physical and spiritual renewal.
Biography
Jedaiah is mentioned in Neh.3.10 as one of the individuals who participated in the rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall under Nehemiah's leadership. He is described as making repairs to a section of the wall next to his house. The fact that Jedaiah worked on the wall near his own residence suggests that he had a personal stake in the security and restoration of Jerusalem. Nehemiah 3 records the various individuals and groups who contributed to the rebuilding effort, highlighting the unity and dedication of the Jewish people in restoring their city after returning from Babylonian exile.
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In Scripture
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- Nehemiah 3:10
"next to him, Jedaiah son of Harumaph made repairs across from his house; and next to him, Hattush son of Hashabneiah made repairs."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יְדָיָה |