Besai
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Besai in the Bible?
The descendants of Besai returned with Zerubbabel to Jerusalem, as recorded in Ezra 2:49 and Nehemiah 7:52.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Besai helps readers trace specific family lines within the post-exilic community, illustrating the restoration of tribal and familial structures in ancient Judah.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Besai reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Besai in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Besai clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:49Nehemiah 7:52
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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
"Besai." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/besai/