Arah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Arah in the Bible?
Arah was the son of Ulla, an Asherite, and served as the head of a family that returned from exile with Zerubbabel. He is sometimes identified with the Arah mentioned in Nehemiah 6:18.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Arah helps clarify the social networks and familial alliances within the post-exilic community, particularly regarding the opposition Nehemiah faced from local officials like Tobiah the Ammonite.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Arah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Arah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Arah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Nehemiah 6:18
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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
"Arah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/arah/