Man living at the time of Exile and Return
Jeshaiah, a descendant of Benjamin, was among those who settled in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile.
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Also known as Jesaiah
Jeshaiah is mentioned in the book of Nehemiah as one of the descendants of Benjamin who lived in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. He is listed among the leaders of the people who settled in the city. The resettlement of Jerusalem was a significant event in the history of Israel, as it marked the restoration of Jewish presence in the holy city after decades of exile. The mention of Jeshaiah in this context highlights the importance of the Benjamite tribe in the post-exilic period and their role in the reestablishment of Jewish life in Jerusalem.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H3470
From the descendants of Benjamin: Sallu son of Meshullam, the son of Joed, the son of Pedaiah, the son of Kolaiah, the son of Maaseiah, the son of Ithiel, the son of Jeshaiah;
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