Sabathus
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Sabathus in the Bible?
Sabathus was an Israelite man who divorced his foreign wife, a narrative detail preserved in 1 Esdras 9:28 and corresponding to the individual named Zabad in Ezra 10:27.
SIGNIFICANCE
Comparing the variant names Sabathus and Zabad across Ezra and 1 Esdras assists readers in navigating textual discrepancies and understanding the historical context of post-exilic community reforms regarding intermarriage.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Sabathus reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Sabathus in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Sabathus clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 10:27
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
"Sabathus." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/sabathus/