Melea
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Melea in the Bible?
Melea is listed in the Gospel of Luke as the son of Addi and the father of Abiud within the ancestral line of Jesus.
SIGNIFICANCE
Including Melea in the genealogical record helps readers trace the lineage of Jesus back to David and Abraham, emphasizing the continuity of the ancestral line in the New Testament narrative.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Melea reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Melea in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Melea clarify?
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
"Melea." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/melea/