Samatus
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Samatus in the Bible?
Samatus is identified as a son of Ezora who divorced his foreign wives in accordance with the reforms recorded in 1 Esdras 9:34, though his precise identification in the parallel Hebrew text of Ezra 10:34 remains uncertain.
SIGNIFICANCE
Examining this figure clarifies the textual variations between the canonical Hebrew Bible and the Septuagint tradition, aiding readers in navigating the complex genealogical records of the return from Babylonian exile.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Samatus reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Samatus in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Samatus clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 10:34
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
"Samatus." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/samatus/