Uta
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Uta in the Bible?
Uta is listed among the sons of Uta who returned with Zerubbabel in 1 Esdras 5:30, a specific enumeration absent from the parallel accounts in Ezra 2:45 and Nehemiah 7:48.
SIGNIFICANCE
Comparing the distinct genealogical records in 1 Esdras with those in Ezra and Nehemiah reveals textual variations in the transmission of post-exilic family lists, aiding in the study of manuscript traditions.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Uta reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Uta in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Uta clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 2:45Nehemiah 7:48
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
"Uta." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/uta/