Jeroham יְרֹחָם
A priest, father of Adaiah.
Who is Jeroham in the Bible?
Jeroham was a priest in ancient Israel and the father of Adaiah, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 9:12 and Nehemiah 11:12. He lived during the post-exile period following the Babylonian captivity and was part of the priestly lineage descended from Malchijah. His son Adaiah served as one of the priests who helped restore and maintain temple services during the time of Nehemiah. Jeroham's inclusion in the biblical genealogies underscores the significance of priestly families in rebuilding Israel's religious life after the exile.
Biography
Jeroham is mentioned in 1 Chronicles and Nehemiah as a priest, the father of Adaiah. Adaiah was one of the priests who served in the temple during the time of Nehemiah, after the Babylonian exile. He was a descendant of Malchijah, one of the priestly families. Jeroham's mention in these passages highlights the importance of priestly lineage and the role of the priests in the restoration of the temple and its services.
Family
In Scripture
2 biblical books ; 1 with study content1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 9:12
"Adaiah son of Jeroham, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malchijah; Maasai son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Meshillemith, the son of Immer;"
Nehemiah 1 verse
- Nehemiah 11:12
"and their associates who did the work at the temple—822 men; Adaiah son of Jeroham, the son of Pelaliah, the son of Amzi, the son of Zechariah, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malchijah;"
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יְרֹחָם |