Jeshaiah יְשַׁעְיָה

Male H3470I 1 book

A descendant of Elam who returned with Ezra.

Biography

Jeshaiah is mentioned in the book of Ezra as one of the descendants of Elam who returned to Jerusalem with Ezra. After the Babylonian exile, Ezra led a group of Israelites back to Jerusalem to restore the temple and reinstitute the Law of Moses. Jeshaiah was among this group, which also included priests, Levites, and other Israelites. The mention of Jeshaiah in this context highlights the importance of the return from exile and the restoration of Jewish worship in Jerusalem.

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In Scripture

1 biblical book ; 1 with study content
Ezra 1 verse
  • Ezra 8:7

    "Of the sons of Elam, Jeshaiah the son of Athaliah; and with him seventy males."

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Names & Aliases

Form Language Script Strong's
Named Hebrew יְשַׁעְיָה H3470I