One other person, place or group in the registry answers to the name Zabdiel. Every Zabdiel in the Bible
person
Zabdiel
זַבְדִּיאֵל
Zabdiel son of Haggedolim was a priest and leader in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile.
- verses
- 1
- first named
- Nehemiah 11:14
- last named
- Nehemiah 11:14
- period
- Exile and Return
- role
- Man
Description
Who was Zabdiel?
Zabdiel, the son of Haggedolim, was a priest and leader in Jerusalem during the post-exilic period. After the Babylonian captivity, Nehemiah led a group of Jews back to Jerusalem to rebuild the city walls and restore Jewish community life. Zabdiel is listed among the priests and Levites who settled in Jerusalem, indicating his role in reestablishing religious practices and worship in the city. As a leader, he likely had responsibilities in teaching the law and overseeing various aspects of the restored Jewish community.
Relations
Direct connections
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Child of
- HaggedolimregistryNehemiah 11:14
Places
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