Man living at the time of Exile and Return
Ahiah was a priest who sealed the covenant during Nehemiah's time.
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Also known as Ahijah
Ahiah is mentioned in the book of Nehemiah as one of the priests who sealed the covenant made by the people of Israel after their return from Babylonian exile. The covenant involved a commitment to follow the Law of God, given through Moses. Ahiah, along with other priests, Levites, and leaders, signed this covenant, pledging to uphold its principles and guide the people in obedience to God.
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AHI'AH (friend of Jehovah). 1. Supposed by some to be the same with Ahimelech, 1 Sam 21:1, was the son of Ahitub, and his successor in the priest's office. 1 Sam 14:3,1 Sam 14:18. See Ahimelech and Ahitub. The son of Shisha, one of Solomon's scribes or secretaries. 1 Kgs 4:3. A descendant of Benjamin. 1 Chr 8:7.
AHI'AH (friend of Jehovah). 1. Supposed by some to be the same with Ahimelech, 1 Sam 21:1, was the son of Ahitub, and his successor in the priest's office. 1 Sam 14:3,1 Sam 14:18. See Ahimelech and Ahitub. The son of Shisha, one of Solomon's scribes or secretaries. 1 Kgs 4:3. A descendant of Benjamin. 1 Chr 8:7.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H0281
Ahijah, Hanan, Anan,
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