Rhesa
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Rhesa in the Bible?
Rhesa is identified as a son of Zerubbabel within the genealogy of Jesus presented in Luke 3:27.
SIGNIFICANCE
This listing connects Jesus to the lineage of post-exilic Jewish leadership, emphasizing his ancestral ties to the community that returned from Babylonian exile.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Rhesa reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Rhesa in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Rhesa clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Luke 3:27
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
"Rhesa." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/rhesa/