Jacubus
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Jacubus in the Bible?
A Levite identified as Akkub in the Masoretic Text of Nehemiah 8:7, appearing as Jacubus in 1 Esdras 9:48, who assisted in the public exposition of the Law.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Jacubus as a variant of Akkub clarifies textual discrepancies between the Septuagint tradition and the Hebrew Masoretic Text, aiding in the accurate reconstruction of the historical figures involved in the post-exilic restoration of Jewish religious practice.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jacubus reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jacubus in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jacubus clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Nehemiah 8:7
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
"Jacubus." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jacubus/