Maaseiah מַעֲשֵׂיָהוּ
Israelite who repaired a section of Jerusalem's wall
Who is Maaseiah in the Bible?
Maaseiah was an Israelite who participated in the rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall during the post-exilic period under Nehemiah's leadership. According to Nehemiah 3:23, he repaired a section of the wall near his own house, working alongside Baruch the son of Zabbai. This reconstruction project occurred after the Jewish exiles returned from Babylon and represented a crucial step in restoring both the physical defenses and spiritual identity of Jerusalem. Maaseiah's involvement in this communal effort reflects the commitment of ordinary Israelites to the renewal of their homeland and the reestablishment of their community.
Biography
Maaseiah was an Israelite who participated in the rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall during the time of Nehemiah (Neh.3.23). After the return of the Jewish exiles from Babylon, Nehemiah led the effort to reconstruct the city's walls and gates (Neh.1-7). Maaseiah is mentioned as one of the individuals who repaired a section of the wall near his house, working alongside Baruch the son of Zabbai (Neh.3.23). The rebuilding of the wall was a significant event in the restoration of Jerusalem and the reestablishment of the Jewish community in the post-exilic period. The participation of Maaseiah and others in this project demonstrates their commitment to the physical and spiritual renewal of their homeland.
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In Scripture
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- Nehemiah 3:23
"Beyond them, Benjamin and Hasshub made repairs in front of their house, and next to them, Azariah son of Maaseiah, the son of Ananiah, made repairs beside his house."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | מַעֲשֵׂיָהוּ |