Zatthu
LocationsGeographical Setting
Zatthu is a place name appearing in the genealogical records of Nehemiah 10:14, identified in some textual traditions as Zattu.
What is the meaning of Zatthu in the Bible?
The Revised Version (British and American) utilizes the spelling Zattu rather than Zat'thu in Nehemiah 10:14.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing the variant spelling Zattu aids in the precise identification of the priestly families listed in the post-exilic community records.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Zatthu held strategic importance. Understanding its position and trade routes explains why key biblical events unfolded here.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Zatthu in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Zatthu clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Nehemiah 10:14
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
"Zatthu." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/zatthu/