Melatiah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Melatiah in the Bible?
A Gibeonite who assisted in building the wall of Jerusalem under Nehemiah. He is mentioned in Nehemiah 3:7.
SIGNIFICANCE
Melatiah's inclusion in the list of wall builders demonstrates the integration of non-Israelite populations into the civic and religious restoration efforts of post-exilic Jerusalem.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Melatiah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Melatiah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Melatiah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Nehemiah 3:7
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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
"Melatiah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/melatiah/