Mica מִיכָא
A Levite leader in Jerusalem after the exile.
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
"The overseer also of the Levites at Jerusalem was Uzzi the son of Bani, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Mica, of the sons of Asaph, the singers, over the business of God’s house."
Study Nehemiah → - Nehemiah 12:35
"and some of the priests’ sons with trumpets: Zechariah the 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 | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | מִיכָא | H4316I |
| Named | Hebrew | מִיכָיָה | H4320I |