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MISAIAS

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Misaias is a variant form identified in the margin with Masias. It is a personal name preserved in the intertestamental writings.

Definition

Misaias is a personal name preserved in the intertestamental writings. In the margin of the Revised Version it is identified with Masias.

Biblical Usage

The supplied material gives no biblical appearance or function beyond the variant identification.

Historical Background

The name is represented in variant forms, including Misaias, Misias, and Masias.

Historical Bible Dictionaries

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>mi-sa'-yas, mi-si'-as: the Revised Version margin equals "Masias."</p>
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