Sechenias
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Sechenias in the Bible?
Sechenias appears in 1 Esdras 8:29 and 32 as one of the leaders accompanying Ezra, with the name also appearing in the canonical Ezra 8:3 and 5 as Shecaniah.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Sechenias helps readers trace the specific lineage and leadership structure of the community that restored Jerusalem, clarifying the historical context of the post-exilic period described in the biblical texts.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Sechenias reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Sechenias in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Sechenias clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 8:3
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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
"Sechenias." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/sechenias/