Repairer of the wall of Jerusalem
Pahath-moab
Named in 1 verse of Nehemiah, first in Nehemiah 3:11.
פַּ֫חַת מוֹאָבPahath-moab
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About Pahath-moab Written by AI
Pahath-moab is mentioned as one of the individuals who participated in the repair of the wall of Jerusalem under Nehemiah's leadership (Nehemiah 3:11). He is described as repairing a section of the wall, along with Hashub, the son of Pahath-moab. This suggests that Pahath-moab was not only an individual but also the head of a family or clan that bore his name. The repair of the wall was a significant event in the history of the Jewish people, as it symbolized the restoration of Jerusalem and the renewal of the covenant community after the Babylonian exile. Pahath-moab's participation in this project demonstrates his commitment to the well-being of the community and his willingness to contribute to the rebuilding efforts.
Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.
Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897
This entry is on the name Pahath-moab, and may cover more than one person or place by that name.
Governor of Moab, a person whose descendants returned from the Captivity and assisted in rebuilding Jerusalem (Ezra 2:6; 8:4; 10:30).
M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.
Where the Bible names him
- Nehemiah 3:11
Malchijah son of Harim and Hasshub son of Pahath-moab repaired another section, as well as the Tower of the Ovens.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.