Subas
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Subas in the Bible?
The name of a family of 'the sons of the servants of Solomon' returning with Zerubbabel, wanting in the parallel lists of Ezr 2:57 and Ne 7:59.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying this specific family clarifies the social stratification within the post-exilic community and distinguishes those of servile origin from the free Israelite families listed in the census records.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Subas reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Subas in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Subas clarify?
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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
"Subas." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/subas/