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Mispar

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âš¡ IN BRIEF (SUMMARY)

An individual named Mispar, identified as the son of Beth-haccherem, is recorded in Ezra 2:2 and Nehemiah 7:7 as part of the group returning to Jerusalem under Zerubbabel.

What is the meaning of Mispar in the Bible?

An individual named Mispar, identified as the son of Beth-haccherem, is recorded in Ezra 2:2 and Nehemiah 7:7 as part of the group returning to Jerusalem under Zerubbabel.

SIGNIFICANCE

Identifying specific family heads like Mispar helps readers understand the genealogical structure and social organization of the post-exilic community as they reestablished their identity in Judah.

Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide

Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Mispar reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
  • Why did the biblical author mention Mispar in this passage?
  • What cultural or historical assumption does Mispar clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned: Ezra 2:2Nehemiah 7:7

Source Attribution & Provenance

Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE) and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been editorially modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and formatted for fast contextual reference.

How to Cite This Entry

"Mispar." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/mispar/
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