Airus
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Airus in the Bible?
Airus (Iairos) was a head of a family of temple servants who returned from Babylon with Zerubbabel and is classified among the Nethinim.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Airus among the Nethinim clarifies the social structure of the post-exilic community and the specific roles assigned to temple servants in the restoration of Jerusalem.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Airus reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Airus in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Airus clarify?
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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
"Airus." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/airus/