Gazzam
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Gazzam in the Bible?
Gaz'am is identified as the head of a Nethinim family listed in the genealogical records of Ezra 2:48 and Nehemiah 7:51 among those who returned from the Babylonian exile.
SIGNIFICANCE
The inclusion of Gaz'am in these lists provides concrete evidence of the organized social structure and specific family lineages that constituted the post-exilic community, illustrating how the text preserves the identity of non-priestly groups essential to the restoration of Jerusalem.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Gazzam reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Gazzam in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Gazzam clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:48Nehemiah 7:51
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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
"Gazzam." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/gazzam/