Lexical Definition
עַקּוּב ʻAqqûwb (ak-koob') Akkub N:N-M-P
from עָקַב; insidious
Akkub.
- § Akkub = "insidious"
- Akkub, the name of five Israelites
1) son of Elioenai and descendant of David through Zerubbabel
2) a head of a family returning from exile
3) head of a family of temple slaves returning from exile
4) a Levite gatekeeper
5) a Levite who helped Ezra expound the law to the people
6) a Levite gatekeeper after the return from exile
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| עַקּ֡וּב | Akkub | Neh.8.7 |
Extended Information
- A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.8.7
Brown-Driver-Briggs
עַקּוּב proper name, masculine ᵐ5B usually (Ι)ακουν[μ] A ᵐ5L Ακ(κ)ουβ: —
1. descendant of David 1Chr 3:24.
2. heads of post-exilic families:
a. Ezra 2:42 = Neh 7:45.
b. Ezra 2:45 (si vera lectio).
3. Levites:
a. 1Chr 9:17.
b. Neh 8:7.
c. Neh 11:19; Neh 12:25.
Brown-Driver-Briggs References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| 1 Chronicles | 3:24 · 9:17 |
| Ezra | 2:42 · 2:45 |
| Nehemiah | 7:45 · 8:7 · 11:19 · 12:25 |
Profile
Male • Returned leader • Levite who helped explain the Law to the people
Man living at the time of Exile and Return
Akkub was a Levite who assisted Ezra in explaining the Law to the people during the public reading. (Neh.8.7)
- A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.8.7;
- only referred to as Akkub עַקּוּב.
Akkub was a Levite who played a significant role in the religious reformation led by Ezra and Nehemiah after the return from the Babylonian exile. During a public gathering, Ezra read the Book of the Law to the assembled people, and Akkub was one of the Levites who helped explain the meaning of the text to the congregation. (Neh.8.7)
The Levites, including Akkub, were positioned among the people to provide clear explanations and interpretations of the Law, ensuring that the listeners understood its content and implications. (Neh.8.7-8).
This event marked a crucial moment in the spiritual renewal of the Jewish community, as they rediscovered the importance of the Law and committed themselves to follow its precepts. (Neh.8.9-12)
Akkub's role in this event highlights the responsibility of the Levites as teachers and interpreters of the Law. Their expertise and dedication were essential in guiding the people towards a deeper understanding and appreciation of God's commandments.
Apart from this specific instance, no further details are provided about Akkub's life or other responsibilities within the Levitical community.
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