Moossias
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Moossias in the Bible?
Moossias is listed among those who had taken foreign wives in Ezra 10:30.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Moossias provides specific historical context for the social reforms enacted by Ezra to separate the returned exiles from surrounding populations.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Moossias reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Moossias in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Moossias clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 10:30
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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
"Moossias." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/moossias/