Stood beside Ezra during the reading of the Law
Anaiah
Named in 1 verse of Nehemiah, first in Nehemiah 8:4.
עֲנָיָהAnaiah
About Anaiah Written by AI
Anaiah was a prominent figure during the time of Ezra and Nehemiah. He is mentioned as one of the men who stood beside Ezra on the platform when the scribe read the Book of the Law to the assembled people in Jerusalem. This event took place after the completion of the city wall and marked a significant moment of spiritual renewal for the returned exiles. Anaiah's presence on the platform alongside Ezra suggests that he held a respected position within the community.
Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.
Where the Bible names him
- Nehemiah 8:4
Ezra the scribe stood on a high wooden platform built for this occasion. At his right side stood Mattithiah, Shema, Anaiah, Uriah, Hilkiah, and Maaseiah, and at his left were Pedaiah, Mishael, Malchijah, Hashum, Hash-baddanah, Zechariah, and Meshullam.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.