Zorites
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Zorites in the Bible?
The Zorites are listed in 1 Chronicles 2:54 as a group comprising half of the inhabitants of Manahath, though textual criticism suggests the original reading may have been 'Zorathites'.
SIGNIFICANCE
Examining this variant reading demonstrates how scribal errors or textual transmission issues can affect the identification of biblical clans, requiring careful comparison of manuscript traditions to reconstruct the original text.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Zorites reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Zorites in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Zorites clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 2:54
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
"Zorites." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/zorites/