Sophereth
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Sophereth in the Bible?
One of the remnant returning from captivity, mentioned in Ezra 2:55 and Nehemiah 7:57. The Revised Version transliterates the definite article as 'Hassophereth'.
SIGNIFICANCE
The mention of Sophereth highlights the return of Jews to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Sophereth reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Sophereth in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Sophereth clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:55Nehemiah 7:57
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
"Sophereth." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/sophereth/