Jeshua יֵשׁוּעַ

Male H3442I 2 books

Leader of a group that returned from Babylonian exile.

Biography

Jeshua is mentioned in Ezra and Nehemiah as the leader of a group of Israelites who returned to Jerusalem from the Babylonian exile. He is listed among the first group of exiles who returned under the decree of King Cyrus of Persia. Jeshua's group, along with others, helped to resettle Jerusalem and the surrounding towns. The return of these exiles was a significant event in the history of Israel, as it marked the beginning of the restoration of Jewish life in the land after decades of captivity in Babylon.

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In Scripture

2 biblical books ; 2 with study content
Ezra 1 verse
  • Ezra 2:6

    "The children of Pahathmoab, of the children of Jeshua and Joab, two thousand eight hundred twelve."

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Nehemiah 1 verse
  • Nehemiah 7:11

    "The children of Pahathmoab, of the children of Jeshua and Joab: two thousand eight hundred eighteen."

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Names & Aliases

Form Language Script Strong's
Named Hebrew יֵשׁוּעַ H3442I