Meraiah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Meraiah in the Bible?
A priest in the time of Joiakim son of Jeshua, and head of the priestly house of Seraiah to which Ezra belonged.
SIGNIFICANCE
Meraiah's connection to Ezra highlights his importance as a leader in the post-exilic Jewish community.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Meraiah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Meraiah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Meraiah 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
"Meraiah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/meraiah/