Phoros
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Phoros in the Bible?
Phoros was a family name among the Jewish exiles who returned to Jerusalem; members of this clan are listed in Ezra 2:3 and 8:3, where some individuals are recorded as having married foreign women.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Phoros as a variant of Parosh clarifies textual variations in the biblical record and provides specific genealogical data regarding the social integration challenges faced by the post-exilic community.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Phoros reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Phoros in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Phoros clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:3
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
"Phoros." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/phoros/