Zabdiel זַבְדִּיאֵל
Priest and leader in post-exilic Jerusalem
Biography
Zabdiel, the son of Haggedolim, was a priest and leader in Jerusalem during the post-exilic period. After the Babylonian captivity, Nehemiah led a group of Jews back to Jerusalem to rebuild the city walls and restore Jewish community life. Zabdiel is listed among the priests and Levites who settled in Jerusalem, indicating his role in reestablishing religious practices and worship in the city. As a leader, he likely had responsibilities in teaching the law and overseeing various aspects of the restored Jewish community.
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In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study contentNehemiah 1 verse Study available
- Nehemiah 11:14
"and their brothers, mighty men of valor, one hundred twenty-eight; and their overseer was Zabdiel, the son of Haggedolim."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | זַבְדִּיאֵל | H2068H |