Man living at the time of Exile and Return
Meshezabel, from the descendants of Judah, was the people's representative to the Persian king.
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Also known as Meshezabeel
Meshezabel, a descendant of Judah, is mentioned in the book of Nehemiah as the people's representative to the Persian king (Neh.11.24). This information is provided in the context of a list of people who resettled in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. Pethahiah, the son of Meshezabel, was appointed to represent the people in all matters concerning the king.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H4898
Pethahiah son of Meshezabel, a descendant of Zerah son of Judah, was the kingʼs agent in every matter concerning the people.
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