Asbasareth
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Asbasareth in the Bible?
The Greek form Asbasareth in 1 Esdras 5:69 corresponds to the Assyrian king Esarhaddon (Assur-aha-iddina), identified in Ezra 4:2 and 4:10 as the ruler during the period when Samaritans opposed the restoration of Jerusalem.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Asbasareth as Esarhaddon clarifies the historical timeline of the post-exilic period, linking the biblical narrative of opposition to the temple reconstruction with the specific political context of the Neo-Assyrian Empire.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Asbasareth reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Asbasareth in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Asbasareth clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 4:2
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
"Asbasareth." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/asbasareth/