Meshezabeel, Zadok, Jaddua,

NEHEMIAH 10:21KJV
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Nehemiah 10:21 (KJV)

What does Nehemiah 10:21 mean?

Nehemiah 10:21 is part of a list naming individuals who sealed the covenant with God during Nehemiah’s time, specifically mentioning Meshezabeel, Zadok, and Jaddua. The verse simply records these three men as signatories, showing their commitment to the renewed agreement between the people of Israel and God.

This verse appears in a section where Nehemiah, the governor of Jerusalem after the exile, records the names of leaders and representatives who pledged to follow God’s law. The list underscores the communal and public nature of this commitment, highlighting the importance of accountability and leadership among the returned exiles.

Where else these words appear

“Meshezabeel” Hebrew H4898 · used in 3 verses

  • Nehemiah 3:4 And next unto them repaired Meremoth the son of Urijah, the son of Koz. And next unto them repaired Meshullam the son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabeel. And next unto them repaired Zadok the son of Baana.
  • Nehemiah 11:24 And Pethahiah the son of Meshezabeel, of the children of Zerah the son of Judah, was at the king's hand in all matters concerning the people.

“Jaddua” Hebrew H3037 · used in 3 verses

  • Nehemiah 12:11 And Joiada begat Jonathan, and Jonathan begat Jaddua.
  • Nehemiah 12:22 The Levites in the days of Eliashib, Joiada, and Johanan, and Jaddua, were recorded chief of the fathers: also the priests, to the reign of Darius the Persian.

“Zadok” Hebrew H6659 · used in 50 verses

  • 2 Samuel 8:17 And Zadok the son of Ahitub, and Ahimelech the son of Abiathar, were the priests; and Seraiah was the scribe;
  • 1 Kings 1:34 And let Zadok the priest and Nathan the prophet anoint him there king over Israel: and blow ye with the trumpet, and say, God save king Solomon.
  • 1 Chronicles 18:16 And Zadok the son of Ahitub, and Abimelech the son of Abiathar, were the priests; and Shavsha was scribe;