Mamuchus
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Mamuchus in the Bible?
A figure listed in 1 Esdras 9:30 among those who divorced their foreign wives, likely corresponding to the individual named Malluch in Ezra 10:29.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying this individual helps readers trace specific family lines and understand the social dynamics of the post-exilic community as recorded in different biblical traditions.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Mamuchus reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Mamuchus in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Mamuchus clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 10:29
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
"Mamuchus." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/mamuchus/