Annaas
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Annaas in the Bible?
Annaas is listed as a Levite in Ezra 2:35 and as Sanaas in 1 Esdras 5:23 among the returnees from Babylonian exile.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying specific Levites like Annaas clarifies the composition of the religious leadership that reestablished temple worship and community structure in post-exilic Judea.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Annaas reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Annaas in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Annaas clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:35
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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
"Annaas." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/annaas/