Barchus
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Barchus in the Bible?
The descendants of Barchus, a group of temple servants, returned with Zerubbabel to Jerusalem and are listed in Ezra 2:53, Nehemiah 7:55, and 1 Esdras 5:32.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying the Barchus family clarifies the specific composition of the returning community and illustrates the organized structure of religious service established during the restoration of the Jerusalem temple.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Barchus reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Barchus in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Barchus clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:53Nehemiah 7:55
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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
"Barchus." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/barchus/