Bible Dictionary
Pochereth
Pochereth was the ancestor of a group called the children of Pochereth of Zebaim, who returned from exile with Zerubbabel among the temple servants.
Definition
Pochereth is the ancestor-name preserved in the designation “the children of Pochereth of Zebaim.”
Biblical Usage
The children of Pochereth of Zebaim were listed among the children of Solomon’s servants who returned with Zerubbabel.
Historical Background
The family returned from exile with the community associated with Zerubbabel.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
The children of Pochereth of Zebaim were among the children of Solomon’s servants who returned with Zerubbabel. (Ezra 2:57; Nehemiah 7:59)