Jeshua יֵשׁוּעַ
Son of Jozadak, who helped rebuild Jerusalem's wall.
Who is Jeshua in the Bible?
Jeshua, the son of Jozadak, was a high priest during the post-exilic period who played a key role in rebuilding Jerusalem's wall under the leadership of Nehemiah (Neh. 3:19). He worked alongside other priests and community leaders to repair the city's defenses, which had been destroyed during the Babylonian conquest. Jeshua is also mentioned in the book of Ezra as a prominent figure in the restoration of the Jewish community after their return from exile. His participation in the wall's reconstruction symbolized the Jewish people's determination and faith in reclaiming their homeland and re-establishing their religious center.
Biography
Jeshua, the son of Jozadak, is mentioned in Nehemiah as one of the individuals who helped rebuild a section of Jerusalem's wall. He was a high priest during the post-exilic period and is also mentioned in the book of Ezra. Jeshua worked alongside other leaders and volunteers to repair and fortify the city's defenses, which had been destroyed during the Babylonian conquest. The rebuilding of the wall was a significant event in the restoration of Jerusalem and a symbol of the Jewish people's determination to reclaim their homeland.
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In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study contentNehemiah 1 verse
- Nehemiah 3:19
"And next to him, Ezer son of Jeshua, ruler of Mizpah, repaired another section opposite the ascent to the armory, near the angle in the wall."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יֵשׁוּעַ | Jeshua , the name of ten Israelites, also of a place in Palestine |