Ziha
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Ziha in the Bible?
Ziha was an overseer of the Nethinim, a group of temple servants, whose descendants were recorded as 'the children of Ziha' in biblical genealogies, with the Septuagint offering variant readings for his name.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Ziha helps readers trace the specific lineage and social structure of the Nethinim, clarifying how non-priestly temple personnel were organized and integrated into the religious community after the Babylonian exile.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Ziha reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Ziha in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Ziha 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
"Ziha." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/ziha/