Phaisur
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Phaisur in the Bible?
Phaisur was a priestly leader who divorced his foreign wives during the post-exilic reforms, corresponding to the figure Pashhur listed in Ezra 10:22.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Phaisur as a variant of Pashhur clarifies the biblical record of priestly families involved in the religious restoration after the Babylonian exile, ensuring accurate identification of key figures in Ezra's narrative.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Phaisur reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Phaisur in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Phaisur clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 10:22
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
"Phaisur." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/phaisur/