Pharosh
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Pharosh in the Bible?
Pharosh is an alternative spelling for Parosh, a family listed in Ezra 2:3 and Nehemiah 7:8 among those who returned from the Babylonian exile.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Pharosh as a variant of Parosh helps readers reconcile discrepancies in biblical manuscripts and understand the precise lineage of the post-exilic community.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Pharosh reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Pharosh in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Pharosh clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:3Nehemiah 7:8
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
"Pharosh." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/pharosh/