Amarias
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Amarias in the Bible?
Amariah number 3: An ancestor of Ezra, mentioned in 1 Esdras 8:2 and 2 Esdras 1:2.
SIGNIFICANCE
This biblical figure is significant as an ancestor of the scribe Ezra, who played a crucial role in the post-exilic Jewish community.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Amarias reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Amarias in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Amarias 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
"Amarias." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/amarias/