Izziah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Izziah in the Bible?
Izziah was a faithful Jew from the family of Parosh who divorced his foreign wife in accordance with the reforms led by Ezra and Nehemiah, as recorded in Ezra 10:25 and 1 Esdras 9:26.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Izziah provides concrete evidence of the widespread participation among specific priestly lineages in the strict enforcement of endogamy during the restoration of Jerusalem.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Izziah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Izziah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Izziah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 10:25
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
"Izziah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/izziah/