Zabbud
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Zabbud in the Bible?
Zabud is listed among the leaders accompanying Ezra from Babylon to Jerusalem, with textual variants in the Masoretic Text distinguishing between the Kethibh reading Zabhud and the Kere reading Zakkur.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Zabud among Ezra's companions provides specific historical detail regarding the composition of the group that facilitated the religious and social restoration of the Jewish community in Jerusalem.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Zabbud reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Zabbud in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Zabbud clarify?
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
"Zabbud." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/zabbud/