Zalaph
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Zalaph in the Bible?
Zalaph was the father of Hanun, one of the repairers of the wall in Nehemiah 3:30.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Zalaph provides context for the familial networks and community structure involved in the physical restoration of Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Zalaph reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Zalaph in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Zalaph clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Nehemiah 3:30
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
"Zalaph." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/zalaph/