Cathua
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Cathua in the Bible?
Cathua was a head of a family of temple-servants who returned from captivity with Zerubbabel. He is mentioned in 1 Esdras 5:30 and corresponds to Giddel in Ezra 2:47.
SIGNIFICANCE
Cathua's inclusion in the list of returnees highlights the importance of temple servants in post-exilic Jewish society.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Cathua reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Cathua in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Cathua clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:47
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
"Cathua." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/cathua/