Agia
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Agia in the Bible?
The descendants of the servants of Solomon, identified as returning with Zerubbabel to Jerusalem, are recorded in Ezra 2:57 and Nehemiah 7:59.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying this specific group clarifies the social stratification within the post-exilic community and distinguishes those of servile status from the free Israelite families listed alongside them.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Agia reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Agia in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Agia clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:57Nehemiah 7:59
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
"Agia." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/agia/