Shushanchites
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Shushanchites in the Bible?
The Shushanchites were colonists in Samaria whose original home was in Shushan. They are mentioned in Ezra 4:9.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying these settlers as originating from Shushan clarifies the specific ethnic composition of the population that opposed the rebuilding of Jerusalem, illustrating the geopolitical tensions between the Persian heartland and the Judean province.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Shushanchites reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Shushanchites in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Shushanchites clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 4:9
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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
"Shushanchites." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/shushanchites/