Bible Dictionary
Neariah
Neariah was the name of descendants of David and of Simeon. The two individuals are mentioned in separate genealogical records.
Definition
Neariah was the name of two men in the genealogical records: one a descendant of David and the other a descendant of Simeon. The name means servant of Jehovah.
Biblical Usage
The two Neariahs appear in separate genealogical lists, one in the Davidic line and one among the descendants of Simeon.
Historical Background
In both instances the Septuagint reads “Noadiah,” according to the supplied material.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(servant of Jehovah).
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ne-a-ri'-a (ne`aryah):</p><p>(1) A descendant of David (1Ch 3:22 f).</p><p>(2) A descendant of Simeon (1Ch 4:42).</p><p>In both instances the Septuagint reads "Noadiah."</p>