Akkub
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Akkub in the Bible?
Akkub was a son of Elioenai and a descendant of Zerubbabel, serving as a Levite porter at the east gate of the Second Temple.
SIGNIFICANCE
Akkub's presence in the genealogical records of Ezra and Nehemiah demonstrates the continuity of priestly and Levitical service within the restored community, linking the leadership of the return from Babylon to the administrative structure of the rebuilt Temple.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Akkub reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Akkub in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Akkub clarify?
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
"Akkub." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/akkub/