Uthai עוּתַי
Judahite who resettled in Jerusalem after the exile
Who is Uthai in the Bible?
Uthai was a Judahite descendant of Perez who resettled in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 9:4. He is listed among the first members of Judah to return and reinhabit the holy city following the captivity, representing the restoration of the Jewish community in their homeland. His inclusion in the genealogical records underscores the fulfillment of God's promise to restore His people to Jerusalem and their role in rebuilding Jewish life and worship after exile.
Biography
Uthai was a descendant of Perez, son of Judah. He is listed among the first Judahites to resettle in Jerusalem after returning from Babylonian captivity. Uthai belonged to the clan of Perez, one of the two main Judahite clans along with Zerah. His mention helps establish that members of Judah were among the first returnees to reinhabit Jerusalem and begin rebuilding Jewish life there after the exile.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 9:4
"Uthai son of Ammihud, the son of Omri, the son of Imri, the son of Bani, a descendant of Perez son of Judah."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עוּתַי |