Jeremiah יִרְמְיָ֫הוּ
A priest who returned from the Babylonian exile.
Biography
Jeremiah is mentioned in the book of Nehemiah as one of the priests who returned to Jerusalem from the Babylonian exile. He is listed among the priests who signed the covenant to follow the Law of God under the leadership of Nehemiah and Ezra. Jeremiah is also mentioned as one of the priests who participated in the dedication of the rebuilt wall of Jerusalem, where he was involved in leading the procession and giving thanks to God. These events highlight Jeremiah's role as a priest and his commitment to the spiritual restoration of the Jewish community after the exile.
In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study contentNehemiah 4 verses
- Nehemiah 10:2
"Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah,"
Study Nehemiah → - Nehemiah 12:1
"Now these are the priests and the Levites who went up with Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, and Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra,"
Study Nehemiah → - Nehemiah 12:12
"In the days of Joiakim were priests, heads of fathers’ households: of Seraiah, Meraiah; of Jeremiah, Hananiah;"
Study Nehemiah → - Nehemiah 12:34
"Judah, Benjamin, Shemaiah, Jeremiah,"
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יִרְמְיָ֫הוּ | H3414M |