Malchi'jah, a name meaning "My King is Yahweh," is a figure mentioned several times in the Old Testament, primarily within the context of the post-exilic period. The name is associated with various individuals, each playing distinct roles in the restoration and religious life of Israel.

1. Malchi'jah, the Son of Harim: This Malchi'jah is noted in the book of Ezra as one of the Israelites who had taken foreign wives, which was against the Mosaic Law. In Ezra 10:31, he is listed among those who pledged to put away their foreign wives in response to Ezra's reform efforts: "And of the sons of Harim: Maaseiah, Elijah, Shemaiah, Jehiel, and Uzziah." This act of repentance was part of a broader movement to restore the purity of the Israelite community after the Babylonian exile.

2. Malchi'jah, the Son of Rechab: In Nehemiah 3:14, Malchi'jah is identified as the ruler of the district of Beth-haccherem. He is credited with repairing the Dung Gate during the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls under Nehemiah's leadership: "The Dung Gate was repaired by Malchijah son of Rechab, ruler of the district of Beth-haccherem. He rebuilt it and set its doors, bolts, and bars in place." His contribution to the reconstruction efforts highlights the communal spirit and dedication to restoring Jerusalem's former glory.

3. Malchi'jah, the Priest: Another Malchi'jah is mentioned in Nehemiah 3:31 as a priest who took part in the repairs near the house of the temple servants and merchants, opposite the Inspection Gate: "Next to him, Malchijah, one of the goldsmiths, made repairs as far as the house of the temple servants and the merchants, opposite the Inspection Gate, and as far as the room above the corner." This Malchi'jah's involvement underscores the collaborative effort between different societal roles in the rebuilding process.

4. Malchi'jah, the Father of Pashhur: In Jeremiah 21:1, Malchi'jah is mentioned as the father of Pashhur, a priest sent by King Zedekiah to inquire of the prophet Jeremiah: "This is the word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD when King Zedekiah sent Pashhur son of Malchijah and the priest Zephaniah son of Maaseiah to him." This reference situates Malchi'jah within the priestly lineage during a tumultuous period leading up to the Babylonian conquest.

5. Malchi'jah, the Goldsmith: In Nehemiah 3:31, another Malchi'jah is noted as a goldsmith who participated in the repairs of Jerusalem's walls. This highlights the diverse skills and trades that were mobilized for the city's restoration.

The various individuals named Malchi'jah illustrate the multifaceted nature of Israel's community during the post-exilic period. Each played a role in the spiritual and physical rebuilding of the nation, reflecting a commitment to covenant faithfulness and communal responsibility. The name itself, "My King is Yahweh," serves as a testament to the theocentric identity that defined the Israelite community's efforts to reestablish their religious and cultural heritage.Malchi'jah (12 Occurrences)

1 Chronicles 6:40
the son of Michael, the son of Baaseiah, the son of Malchijah;
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1 Chronicles 9:12
and Adaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malchijah, and Maasai the son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Meshillemith, the son of Immer;
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1 Chronicles 24:9
the fifth to Malchijah, the sixth to Mijamin;
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Ezra 10:25
And of Israel: of the sons of Parosh: Ramiah, and Izziah, and Malchijah, and Mijamin, and Eleazar, and Malchijah, and Benaiah.
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Ezra 10:31
And of the sons of Harim: Eliezer, Isshijah, Malchijah, Shemaiah, Shimeon;
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Nehemiah 3:11
Malchijah the son of Harim, and Hasshub the son of Pahath-moab, repaired another portion, and the tower of the furnaces.
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Nehemiah 3:14
And the dung gate repaired Malchijah the son of Rechab, the ruler of the district of Beth-cherem; he built it, and set up the doors thereof, the bolts thereof, and the bars thereof.
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Nehemiah 3:31
After him repaired Malchijah one of the goldsmiths unto the house of the Nethinim, and of the merchants, over against the gate of Hammiphkad, and to the upper chamber of the corner.
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Nehemiah 8:4
And Ezra the scribe stood upon a pulpit of wood, which they had made for the purpose; and beside him stood Mattithiah, and Shema, and Anaiah, and Uriah, and Hilkiah, and Maaseiah, on his right hand; and on his left hand, Pedaiah, and Mishael, and Malchijah, and Hashum, and Hashbaddanah, Zechariah, and Meshullam.
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Nehemiah 10:3
Pashhur, Amariah, Malchijah;
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Nehemiah 11:12
and their brethren that did the work of the house, eight hundred twenty and two; and Adaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pelaliah, the son of Amzi, the son of Zechariah, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malchijah,
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Nehemiah 12:42
and Maaseiah, and Shemaiah, and Eleazar, and Uzzi, and Jehohanan, and Malchijah, and Elam, and Ezer. And the singers sang loud, with Jezrahiah their overseer.
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Malchi'jah (12 Occurrences)
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