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Seraiah(2)
Seraiah in the Bible — the chief priest (2KI 25:18) who was killed by the king of Babylon (2KI 25:21). Seraiah belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 5 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “prince of the Lord”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Levi
- Scripture References
- 5 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 4 connections
Names & Labels (1)
Seraiahproper name
- Hebrew
- שְׂרָיָה
- Transliteration
- səraiyah
- Meaning
- y-h-v-h persists; y-h-v-h is prince; y-h-v-h contends
- Greek
- Σαραιαν
- Reference
- 2KI 25:18
- Strong's
- H8304
Family & Relationships (4)
descendant
Aaron(2KI 25:18)
son
Azariah(1CH 6:14)
father
Jehozadak(1CH 6:14)
ancestor
Ezra(EZR 7:1)
Notes
Aaronic priest in the line of Eleazar (full lineage in 1CH 6:14)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Seraiah in the Bible?
Seraiah is described in the Bible as the chief priest (2KI 25:18) who was killed by the king of Babylon (2KI 25:21). Seraiah belonged to the tribe of Levi.
What does the name Seraiah mean?
The name Seraiah means “prince of the Lord” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.