Mahseiah is a biblical figure whose name means "Yahweh is a refuge" or "Yahweh is a shelter." This name appears in various contexts within the Old Testament, and it is associated with several individuals, each playing distinct roles in the narrative of Israel's history.

1. Mahseiah, Father of Zephaniah the Priest: In the book of Jeremiah, Mahseiah is mentioned as the father of Zephaniah, a priest during the time of King Zedekiah of Judah. Zephaniah was a significant religious figure who served as a liaison between the prophet Jeremiah and the king. In Jeremiah 21:1-2 , it is recorded: "This is the word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD when King Zedekiah sent to him Pashhur son of Malchiah and the priest Zephaniah son of Mahseiah, asking, 'Please inquire of the LORD on our behalf, since Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon is waging war against us. Perhaps the LORD will perform for us something like all His past wonders, so that Nebuchadnezzar will withdraw from us.'"

2. Mahseiah, a Levite: Another Mahseiah is mentioned in the context of the religious reforms under King Josiah. In 2 Chronicles 34:8 , Mahseiah is listed among the Levites who were involved in the repair of the temple: "In the eighteenth year of Josiah’s reign, to purify the land and the temple, he sent Shaphan son of Azaliah, Maaseiah the governor of the city, and Joah son of Joahaz the recorder, to repair the house of the LORD his God."

3. Mahseiah, a Signatory of the Covenant: In the post-exilic period, Mahseiah is noted as one of the leaders who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah. This covenant was a renewal of the people's commitment to follow the Law of Moses after the return from Babylonian exile. Nehemiah 10:25 lists Mahseiah among those who pledged to uphold the covenant: "Maaseiah, Bilgai, and Shemaiah. These were the priests."

4. Mahseiah, a Supporter of Ezra: In the book of Ezra, Mahseiah is mentioned as one of the men who stood by Ezra as he read the Law to the people. This event marked a significant moment of spiritual renewal and recommitment to the covenant. Nehemiah 8:4 states: "Ezra the scribe stood on a high wooden platform built for the occasion. To his right stood Mattithiah, Shema, Anaiah, Uriah, Hilkiah, and Maaseiah; and to his left were Pedaiah, Mishael, Malchijah, Hashum, Hash-baddanah, Zechariah, and Meshullam."

The various individuals named Mahseiah in the Bible highlight the commonality of the name and its significance in different periods of Israel's history. Each Mahseiah played a role in the religious and communal life of the Israelites, whether in leadership, religious reform, or covenant renewal.MAHSEIAH

ma-se'-ya, ma-si'-a (machceyah, "Yah a refuge"): Grandfather of Baruch (Jeremiah 32:12) and of Seraiah (Jeremiah 51:59). The name (not to be confused with MAASEIAH (which see) as the King James Version has done even in the above passages) is spelt "Maaseas" (which see) in Baruch 1:1.

4271. Machseyah -- "Yah is a refuge," an Israelite
... "Yah is a refuge," an Israelite. Transliteration: Machseyah Phonetic Spelling:
(makh-say-yaw') Short Definition: Mahseiah. ... NASB Word Usage Mahseiah (2). Maaseiah ...
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The Siege. (xxi, xxxii-xxxiv, xxxvii, xxxviii. )
... And I took the deed of sale, both that which was sealed and that which was
open,(605) [12] and I gave it to Baruch son of Neriah, son of Mahseiah, in the sight ...
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Mahseiah (2 Occurrences)
...MAHSEIAH. ma-se'-ya, ma-si'-a (machceyah, "Yah a refuge"): Grandfather of Baruch
(Jeremiah 32:12) and of Seraiah (Jeremiah 51:59). ...Mahseiah (2 Occurrences). ...
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Mahsei'ah (2 Occurrences)
Mahsei'ah. Mahseiah, Mahsei'ah. Maiannas . Multi-Version Concordance
Mahsei'ah (2 Occurrences). ... (See RSV). Mahseiah, Mahsei'ah. Maiannas . Reference
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Neriah (10 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 32:12 and I delivered the deed of the purchase to Baruch the son of Neriah,
the son of Mahseiah, in the presence of Hanamel my uncle's son, and in the ...
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Quartermaster (1 Occurrence)
... Jeremiah 51:59 The word which Jeremiah the prophet commanded Seraiah the son of
Neriah, the son of Mahseiah, when he went with Zedekiah the king of Judah to ...
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Nerijah (8 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 51:59 The word that Jeremiah the prophet commanded Seraiah the son of Nerijah,
the son of Mahseiah, when he went with Zedekiah the king of Judah to ...
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Uncle's (7 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 32:12 and I delivered the deed of the purchase to Baruch the son of Neriah,
the son of Mahseiah, in the presence of Hanamel my uncle's son, and in the ...
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Uncle (14 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 32:12 and I delivered the deed of the purchase to Baruch the son of Neriah,
the son of Mahseiah, in the presence of Hanamel my uncle's son, and in the ...
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Grandson (14 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 51:59 The word which Jeremiah the prophet commanded Seraiah the son of
Neriah, the son of Mahseiah, when he went with Zedekiah the king of Judah to ...
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Mahrai (2 Occurrences)

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Maaseas
... MAASEAS. ma-a-se'-as (Maasaios; the King James Version Maasias): Grandfather of
Baruch (Baruch 1:1); called Mahseiah in Jeremiah 32:12; Jeremiah 51:59. ...
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