Accaba
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Accaba in the Bible?
Accaba was the patriarch of a clan of temple servants who returned to Jerusalem with Zerubbabel, as recorded in Ezra 2:46 and Nehemiah 7:48.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Accaba helps readers understand the specific lineage and social structure of the non-priestly temple personnel who maintained religious services in the restored community.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Accaba reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Accaba in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Accaba clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:46Nehemiah 7:48
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Accaba." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/accaba/