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Old TestamentEzra · Chapter 7

Ezra 7:2

Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Ezra 7:2 — by Collins Asein

Quick Summary

Ezra 7:2 is a verse from the book of Ezra in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "The son of Shallum, the son of Zadok, the son of Ahitub," Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.

Ezra 7:2 — KJV

The son of Shallum, the son of Zadok, the son of Ahitub,

Ezra 7:2 (KJV)

Ezra 7:2 in Context — About the Book of Ezra

Ezra records the first waves of return from Babylonian exile — rebuilding the altar, then the temple, against opposition and discouragement. Ezra himself arrives as a scribe devoted to studying, obeying, and teaching God's Word, modeling how revival begins with Scripture and honest confession.

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Cross-References for Ezra 7:2

And Zadok the son of Ahitub, and Ahimelech the son of Abiathar, were the priests; and Seraiah was the scribe; scribe: or, secretary

Shares key themes with Ezra 7:2: son, zadok, ahitub

And Ahitub begat Zadok, and Zadok begat Shallum, Shallum: or, Meshullam

Shares key themes with Ezra 7:2: shallum, zadok, ahitub

And Azariah the son of Hilkiah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Zadok, the son of Meraioth, the son of Ahitub, the ruler of the house of God; Azariah: also called, Seraiah

Shares key themes with Ezra 7:2: son, zadok, ahitub

And Zadok the son of Ahitub, and Abimelech the son of Abiathar, were the priests; and Shavsha was scribe; Abimelech: also called, Ahimelech Shavsha: also called Seraiah or Shisha

Shares key themes with Ezra 7:2: son, zadok, ahitub

Seraiah the son of Hilkiah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Zadok, the son of Meraioth, the son of Ahitub, was the ruler of the house of God.

Shares key themes with Ezra 7:2: son, zadok, ahitub

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Collins Asein — Christian Author & Founder of PrayerKey