Neariah נְעַרְיָה
A Simeonite leader who defeated the Amalekites.
Who is Neariah in the Bible?
Neariah was a leader of the tribe of Simeon who, along with other tribal leaders including Pelatiah, Rephaiah, and Uzziel, led an expedition against the Amalekites during the reign of King Hezekiah (1 Chronicles 4:42). He commanded a force of 500 Simeonite men to Mount Seir, where they successfully defeated the remaining Amalekites who had survived earlier conflicts. This military campaign was undertaken to expand Simeonite territory and secure additional pastureland for their flocks. Though briefly mentioned in scripture, Neariah's leadership demonstrates the Simeonites' continued efforts to establish security and resources for their tribe during Judah's monarchy.
Biography
Neariah is briefly mentioned in 1Ch.4.42 as one of the leaders from the tribe of Simeon who led an expedition against the Amalekites during the reign of King Hezekiah of Judah. This event took place as part of the Simeonites' efforts to expand their territory and secure additional pastureland for their flocks.
According to the text, Neariah, along with Pelatiah, Neariah, Rephaiah, and Uzziel, led a group of 500 Simeonite men to Mount Seir, where they defeated the remaining Amalekites who had escaped previous battles.
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In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 4:42
"And five hundred of these Simeonites led by Pelatiah, Neariah, Rephaiah, and Uzziel, the sons of Ishi, went to Mount Seir"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | נְעַרְיָה |