Maltanneus
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Maltanneus in the Bible?
Maltanneus is the name used in 1 Esdras 9:33 for the son of Asom who divorced his foreign wife, corresponding to the individual named Mattenai in Ezra 10:33.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing the variation between Maltanneus and Mattenai allows readers to reconcile differences between the books of Ezra and 1 Esdras, confirming that these texts refer to the same historical figure within the post-exilic community.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Maltanneus reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Maltanneus in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Maltanneus clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 10:33
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
"Maltanneus." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/maltanneus/