Lexical Definition
הוֹדִיָּה Hôwdîyâh (ho-dee-yaw') Hodiah N:N-M-P
a form of הוֹדַוְיָה
Hodijah.
- § Hodijah = "my majesty is Jehovah"
- Hodijah, the name of three Israelites
1) a Levite in the time of Ezra and Nehemiah
2) another Levite at the same time
3) a chief of the people at the same time
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| הוֹדִיָּ֥ה | Hodiah | Neh.10.13 |
Extended Information
- A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.10.13
Profile
Male • Returned leader • A leader who signed Nehemiah's covenant.
Man living at the time of Exile and Return
Hodiah was one of the leaders of the people who signed the covenant led by Nehemiah to follow the Law of God.
- A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.10.13;
- only referred to as Hodiah הוֹדִיָּה.
Hodiah is mentioned in Nehemiah 10:13 as one of the leaders of the people who signed the covenant to follow the Law of God during the time of Nehemiah. This covenant was a solemn agreement made by the Israelites to obey God's commandments, separate themselves from the surrounding nations, and support the temple service.
As a leader, Hodiah would have had influence and responsibility within his community. By signing the covenant, he publicly demonstrated his commitment to God's Law and his support for the spiritual and social reforms initiated by Nehemiah.
The covenant signing was a significant event in the history of Israel, as it marked a renewed dedication to God and a commitment to maintain their identity as a distinct people. Hodiah's participation in this event highlights his role as a leader and his dedication to the spiritual well-being of his community.
All entries for Hodiah: הוֹדִיָּה