Bible Dictionary
Izrahiah
Izrahiah was a descendant of Issachar and grandson of Tola. Another Izrahiah, also called Jezrahiah, led the singing at the purification of the people during Nehemiah’s reformation.
Definition
Izrahiah, meaning “Yah appears” or “shines,” is the name of two men. One was a descendant of Issachar, grandson of Tola, and son of Uzzi. The other led the singing during the purification of the people in Nehemiah’s reformation.
Biblical Usage
The first Izrahiah appears in the genealogy of Issachar. The second, also rendered Jezrahiah, led the singers during the restoration associated with Nehemiah.
Historical Background
The two men belonged to different periods: one to the tribal genealogies of Issachar and the other to the post-exilic community.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(whom Jehovah causes to sparkle), a chieftain of Issachar. (1 Chronicles 7:3)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>iz-ra-hi'-a (yizrachyah, "Yah appears, or shines"):</p><p>(1) A descendant of Issachar, grandson of Tola, only son of Uzzi (1Ch 7:3).</p><p>(2) The leader of the singing at the purification of the people, on the occasion of Nehemiah's reformation; here rendered "Jezrahiah" (Ne 12:42).</p>