Sanaas
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Sanaas in the Bible?
The sons of Sanaas are recorded as returning to Jerusalem with Zerubbabel, with census figures varying between Ezra 2:6 and Nehemiah 7:11.
SIGNIFICANCE
Examining the variant numbers for the Sanaas clan in Ezra and Nehemiah demonstrates how ancient scribes preserved distinct administrative records while maintaining the core historical narrative of the return from exile.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Sanaas reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Sanaas in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Sanaas clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:6Nehemiah 7:11
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
"Sanaas." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/sanaas/