Hashabnah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Hashabnah in the Bible?
Hashabnah is recorded in Nehemiah 10:25 as one of the Levites who affixed his seal to the communal covenant document, alongside other priests and leaders.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Hashabnah's role as a Levite signatory clarifies the specific involvement of the priestly and Levitical classes in the religious reforms and social restructuring of the restored Jewish community.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Hashabnah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Hashabnah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Hashabnah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Nehemiah 10:25
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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
"Hashabnah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/hashabnah/