Jaresiah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Jaresiah in the Bible?
The King James Version renders the name as Jaresiah, an alternative spelling of Jeraiah, which appears in 1 Chronicles 2:35.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this variant spelling aids readers in tracing ancestral lines and understanding the textual transmission of Hebrew names within the biblical genealogies.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jaresiah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jaresiah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jaresiah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 2:35
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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
"Jaresiah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jaresiah/