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Tobiah

People & Groups • Old Testament
Tobiah was an influential Ammonite opponent of Nehemiah’s work in Jerusalem. He maintained connections with Jewish nobles and was removed from a chamber of the temple that had been prepared for him.
Biblical Usage
The Ammonite Tobiah opposed Nehemiah, sought to frighten him by letters, and occupied a chamber in the temple through the favor of Eliashib. Nehemiah expelled his belongings and restored the chamber.
Scripture References
Nehemiah 2:10 Nehemiah 6:17-19 Ezra 2:60 Nehemiah 7:62 Nehemiah 2:19 Nehemiah 6:18 Nehemiah 6:17