Old Testament · Major figure
Seraiah
A name shared by several biblical figures, including David's scribe, a chief priest, and a royal official.
The name Seraiah identifies multiple individuals in the Old Testament, most notably a scribe under King David and a chief priest executed by Nebuchadnezzar. Another prominent Seraiah served as a royal official tasked with reading Jeremiah's prophecy against Babylon. These figures highlight the administrative and priestly roles within the kingdoms of Israel and Judah.
In the text
- Verses
- 19
- Books
- 7
- First appears
- 2 Samuel 8:17
- Last appears
- Jeremiah 52:24
Where Seraiah appears
19 verses · 14 chaptersIn the same books
- Uriah34 versesA Hittite soldier in David's army whose wife, Bathsheba, was taken by the king.
- Rechab17 versesA name shared by a Benjamite assassin and the ancestor of the faithful Rechabite clan.
- Jonathan102 versesThe eldest son of King Saul, Jonathan is best known for his loyal friendship with David and his military courage.
- Joab120 versesThe ruthless and capable commander of King David's army who served as his loyal but often disobedient general.
- Shemaiah39 versesA name shared by several biblical figures, including a prophet, a priest, and various Levites and leaders.
- Shallum25 versesA name shared by several biblical figures, including a king of Israel and a temple official.
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