Mazitias
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Mazitias in the Bible?
Mazitias is listed among those who had taken foreign wives in 1 Esdras 9:35 and is identified as the same individual as Mattithiah mentioned in Ezra 10:43.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Mazitias as a variant name for Mattithiah aids readers in reconciling textual discrepancies between the canonical Book of Ezra and the parallel account in 1 Esdras, clarifying the historical record of the post-exilic community's social reforms.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Mazitias reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Mazitias in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Mazitias clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 10:43
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
"Mazitias." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/mazitias/