Ahiah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Ahiah in the Bible?
Ahiah is a variant spelling found in the King James Version and Revised Version for the name Ahijah, also appearing in Nehemiah 10:26 among the seals of covenant signatories.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Ahiah as a variant of Ahijah helps readers navigate textual differences in biblical translations and understand the consistency of names across different scriptural contexts.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Ahiah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Ahiah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Ahiah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Nehemiah 10:26
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
"Ahiah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/ahiah/