Rehabiah רְחַבְיָהוּ
Son of Eliezer, grandson of Moses, a Levite
Who is Rehabiah in the Bible?
Rehabiah was the son of Eliezer and grandson of Moses, serving as a Levite in ancient Israel (1 Chronicles 23:17). He came from a line of significant religious importance, as the Levites were responsible for assisting priests in temple service and maintaining worship practices. Rehabiah had many descendants who also served as Levites during King David's reign, and several of his descendants were appointed to important positions such as treasurers and officials in the temple (1 Chronicles 24:21, 26:25). The repeated mention of Rehabiah and his family in biblical genealogies underscores their vital role in sustaining Israel's religious life and temple administration.
Biography
Rehabiah was the son of Eliezer and grandson of Moses (1Ch.23.17). He was a Levite and had many descendants who were also Levites (1Ch.23.17). The Levites were responsible for assisting the priests in the temple service and had various duties assigned to them. Rehabiah's descendants were among the Levites who served during the reign of King David (1Ch.24.21). They were also among the Levites who were appointed as treasurers and other officials (1Ch.26.25). The multiple mentions of Rehabiah and his descendants in the genealogies and lists of Levites highlight the importance of their role in maintaining the worship and service of God in the temple.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 3 verses
- 1 Chronicles 23:17
"The descendants of Eliezer: Rehabiah was the first. Eliezer did not have any other sons, but the sons of Rehabiah were very numerous."
- 1 Chronicles 24:21
"As for Rehabiah, from his sons: The first was Isshiah."
- 1 Chronicles 26:25
"His relatives through Eliezer included Rehabiah his son, Jeshaiah his son, Joram his son, Zichri his son, and Shelomith his son."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | רְחַבְיָהוּ |