Topical Encyclopedia Saraiah is a name found in the Old Testament, associated with several individuals who played various roles in the history of Israel. The name Saraiah means "Yahweh is ruler" or "Prince of the Lord," reflecting a theophoric element common in Hebrew names.1. Saraiah, the Father of Joab: In 1 Chronicles 4:13-14, Saraiah is mentioned as the father of Joab, who is the founder of the "Valley of Craftsmen." This passage highlights the genealogical records of the tribe of Judah, emphasizing the importance of family lineage and the contributions of various clans to the community. 2. Saraiah, the Son of Azariah: In 1 Chronicles 6:14, Saraiah is listed as a descendant of Aaron, the brother of Moses, through the line of Eleazar. This Saraiah is part of the priestly lineage, underscoring the hereditary nature of the Levitical priesthood and its central role in the religious life of Israel. 3. Saraiah, the Scribe: In Jeremiah 36:26, Saraiah is identified as a scribe during the reign of King Jehoiakim of Judah. He is one of the officials sent by the king to arrest Baruch the scribe and the prophet Jeremiah after they had read the words of the Lord from a scroll. This incident illustrates the tension between the prophetic message and the royal authority, as well as the role of scribes in the administration of the kingdom. 4. Saraiah, the Son of Neriah: In Jeremiah 51:59-64, Saraiah, the son of Neriah, is mentioned as a quartermaster who accompanies King Zedekiah to Babylon in the fourth year of his reign. Jeremiah gives Saraiah a scroll containing a prophecy against Babylon, instructing him to read it aloud and then throw it into the Euphrates River as a symbolic act of Babylon's impending destruction. This Saraiah is also identified as the brother of Baruch, Jeremiah's scribe, highlighting a family deeply involved in the prophetic ministry. 5. Saraiah, the High Priest: In 2 Kings 25:18 and Jeremiah 52:24, Saraiah is named as the chief priest during the final days of the Kingdom of Judah. He is captured by the Babylonians during the fall of Jerusalem and executed at Riblah by Nebuchadnezzar's orders. This tragic end marks the collapse of the Davidic kingdom and the beginning of the Babylonian exile, a pivotal moment in Israel's history. 6. Saraiah, the Son of Tanhumeth: In 2 Kings 25:23, Saraiah is listed among the leaders who rallied around Gedaliah, whom the Babylonians appointed as governor over the remnant in Judah after the destruction of Jerusalem. This Saraiah is part of the group that initially supports Gedaliah's efforts to stabilize the region, although the subsequent assassination of Gedaliah leads to further chaos and dispersion. The various individuals named Saraiah in the Bible reflect the diverse roles and experiences of those who bore this name, from priestly service and prophetic ministry to political involvement and exile. Each Saraiah contributes to the rich tapestry of Israel's history, illustrating the complexities of faith, leadership, and survival in the biblical narrative. Concordance Saraiah (1 Occurrence)Ezra 2:2 Thesaurus Saraiah (1 Occurrence)...Saraiah (1 Occurrence). Ezra 2:2 who came with Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Saraiah, Reelaiah, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispar, Bigvai, Rehum, Baanah. ... /s/saraiah.htm - 6k Sar'ai (12 Occurrences) Saraias Resources Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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