Mica מִיכָא
A Levite leader in Jerusalem after the exile.
Who is Mica in the Bible?
Mica, also known as Micaiah, was a Levite leader who served in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile, as recorded in the book of Nehemiah. He was a descendant of Asaph, one of the principal musicians appointed by King David, and held responsibility for the outside work of the house of God (Neh. 11:22). Mica is also noted among the priests and Levites who participated in the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem, where he played musical instruments in celebration (Neh. 12:35). His role demonstrates the important spiritual and administrative functions that Levites maintained in the post-exilic Jewish community under the leadership of Nehemiah.
Biography
Mica, also known as Micaiah, is mentioned in the book of Nehemiah as a Levite leader who served in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile (Neh.11.22; 12.35). He was a descendant of Asaph, one of the principal musicians appointed by David. In the post-exilic period, Mica is described as the leader of the Levites in Jerusalem and was responsible for the outside work of the house of God (Neh.11.22). He is also listed among the priests and Levites who participated in the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem, playing musical instruments (Neh.12.35). These details highlight Mica's significant role in the spiritual and practical affairs of the Jewish community in Jerusalem during the time of Nehemiah.
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In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study contentNehemiah 2 verses
- Nehemiah 11:22
"Now the overseer of the Levites in Jerusalem was Uzzi son of Bani, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Mica. He was one of Asaph’s descendants, who were the singers in charge of the service of the house of God."
Study Nehemiah → - Nehemiah 12:35
"and some of the priests with trumpets, and also Zechariah son of Jonathan, the son of Shemaiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Micaiah, the son of Zaccur, the son of Asaph,"
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | מִיכָא |
| Named | Hebrew | מִיכָיָה |