Bilshan Summary
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Bilshan was one of the leaders who returned to Jerusalem from Babylonian captivity.
returned to Judah after the Babylonian captivity (EZR 2:2, NEH 7:7)
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Bilshan
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Bilshan
· Also called · H1114 none · EZR 2:2 their Bel [lord]
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בִּלְשָׁן
biləshan · H1114 · EZR 2:2 their Bel [lord]
- he בִּלְשָׁן · H1114
- el Βαλασαν Balasan · none · EZR 2:2
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Bilshan Article
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Bilshan was among the leaders who returned to Jerusalem from the Babylonian captivity (Ezr. 2:2; Neh. 7:7). He is mentioned alongside other prominent figures such as Zerubbabel, Jeshua, and Nehemiah. The return of these leaders marked the beginning of the restoration of Jewish life in Jerusalem and the rebuilding of the temple. Bilshan's presence as a leader indicates his importance and influence within the Jewish community during this significant period of their history. The list of returning leaders in Ezra and Nehemiah emphasizes the continuity of Jewish leadership and the fulfillment of God's promise to bring His people back to their homeland after the exile.
Bilshan Dictionary
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
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