Jeriah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Jeriah in the Bible?
Jeriah was the head of a Levitical house and chief of the Hebronites, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 23:19, 24:23, and 26:31.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Jeriah clarifies the administrative structure of the Levitical clans, specifically showing how the Hebronite family line was integrated into the priestly and gatekeeping duties established under Davidic rule.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jeriah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jeriah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jeriah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 23:19
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
"Jeriah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jeriah/