Hattush
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Hattush in the Bible?
Hat'-ush was a descendant of the kings of Judah who returned with Zerubbabel and Ezra from Babylon to Jerusalem. He signed the covenant with Nehemiah and aided in repairing the walls of Jerusalem.
SIGNIFICANCE
Hat'-ush's return from Babylon and involvement in rebuilding Jerusalem highlights the post-exilic period's efforts to restore Jewish identity and community.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Hattush reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Hattush in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Hattush clarify?
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
"Hattush." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/hattush/