Atomic Bible

A Levite involved in teaching and worship.

Hodiah

Named in 4 verses of Nehemiah, first in Nehemiah 8:7.

הוֹדִיָּהHodiah

יְהוּדָהJudah

ΩδουάHodoua

Also called Judah, Hodoua.

About Hodiah Written by AI

Hodiah, also referred to as Judah, is mentioned in the book of Nehemiah as a Levite who played a significant role in the religious life of the Israelites after their return from Babylonian exile. He is listed among the Levites who helped Ezra teach the Law to the people (Nehemiah 8:7) and was one of those who led the people in worship and confession (Nehemiah 9:5). In Nehemiah 10:10, Hodiah is among the Levites who signed the covenant to follow the Law of God, demonstrating his commitment to the spiritual renewal of the nation. He is also mentioned in Nehemiah 12:8 as one of the Levites who participated in the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem, a significant event marking the completion of the city's restoration. As a Levite, Hodiah would have had responsibilities related to the temple service, teaching, and worship. His involvement in key religious events and his signature on the covenant highlight his leadership role within the Levitical community and his dedication to the spiritual well-being of the Israelites during this crucial period of rebuilding and renewal.

Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.

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Where the Bible names him

  1. Nehemiah 8:7

    The Levites—Jeshua, Bani, Sherebiah, Jamin, Akkub, Shabbethai, Hodiah, Maaseiah, Kelita, Azariah, Jozabad, Hanan, and Pelaiah—instructed the people in the Law as they stood in their places.

  2. Nehemiah 9:5

    Then the Levites—Jeshua, Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabneiah, Sherebiah, Hodiah, Shebaniah, and Pethahiah—said, “Stand up and bless the LORD your God from everlasting to everlasting: Blessed be Your glorious name, and may it be exalted above all blessing and praise.

  3. Nehemiah 10:10

    and their associates: Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

  4. Nehemiah 12:8

    The Levites were Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, who, with his associates, led the songs of thanksgiving.

From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.