Anan
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Anan in the Bible?
Anan is listed among the signatories of the covenant agreement recorded in Nehemiah 10:26 and appears in parallel genealogical lists in Ezra 2:46, Nehemiah 7:49, and 1 Esdras 5:30 as a returned exile.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Anan within these lists helps readers understand the specific composition of the post-exilic community and the collective commitment to religious observance documented in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Anan reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Anan in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Anan clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Nehemiah 10:26Ezra 2:46Nehemiah 7:49
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
"Anan." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/anan/