Uriah אוּרִיָּה

Male H0223I 1 book

Priest who assisted Ezra in reading the Law

Biography

Uriah is mentioned briefly in Neh.8.4 as one of the priests who stood beside Ezra when he read the Book of the Law to the assembled people in Jerusalem. This event took place during a time of religious revival and renewal, as the Israelites sought to reestablish their covenant relationship with God after returning from Babylonian exile. Uriah, along with other priests and Levites, supported Ezra in his role as a teacher and spiritual leader, helping to make the Law clear and understandable to the people. The presence of Uriah and the other priests alongside Ezra demonstrates the importance of religious leadership and the collaborative effort involved in guiding the people in their renewed commitment to God's commands.

In Scripture

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Nehemiah 1 verse Study available
  • Nehemiah 8:4

    "Ezra the scribe stood on a pulpit of wood, which they had made for the purpose; and beside him stood Mattithiah, Shema, Anaiah, Uriah, Hilkiah, and Maaseiah, on his right hand; and on his left hand, Pedaiah, Mishael, Malchijah, Hashum, Hashbaddanah, Zechariah, and Meshullam."

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Names & Aliases

Form Language Script Strong's
Named Hebrew אוּרִיָּה H0223I