Naathus
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Naathus in the Bible?
Naathus is identified as one of the sons of Addi who divorced his foreign wife, a figure recorded in 1 Esdras 9:31 and corresponding to Adna in Ezra 10:30.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing the textual variation between Naathus in 1 Esdras and Adna in Ezra allows readers to reconcile parallel accounts of post-exilic community reforms and better understand the historical context of the returned exiles.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Naathus reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Naathus in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Naathus 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
"Naathus." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/naathus/