Zathoes
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Zathoes in the Bible?
A family name mentioned in Ezra and 1 Esdras, with some members returning to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. This family is likely identical to Zattu.
SIGNIFICANCE
The mention of this family highlights the diversity of people who returned to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Zathoes reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Zathoes in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Zathoes 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
"Zathoes." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/zathoes/