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This etymology reflects the geographical and cultural context of the biblical references to Temah.<br><br><b>Biblical References</b> <br>Temah is mentioned in the context of the post-exilic period, specifically in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah. The references to Temah are primarily genealogical, indicating the descendants of a family or clan that returned from the Babylonian exile.<br><br>1. <b><a href="/ezra/2-53.htm">Ezra 2:53</a> :</b> "the descendants of Barkos, the descendants of Sisera, the descendants of Temah." <br> In this passage, Temah is listed among the families of the Nethinim, a group of temple servants who returned to Jerusalem with Zerubbabel. The Nethinim were assigned to assist the Levites in the service of the temple, and their inclusion in the genealogical records underscores their importance in the restoration of worship in Jerusalem.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/nehemiah/7-55.htm">Nehemiah 7:55</a> :</b> "the descendants of Barkos, the descendants of Sisera, the descendants of Temah." <br> This verse mirrors the account in Ezra, reaffirming the presence of the Temah family among the Nethinim. The repetition of these genealogies in both Ezra and Nehemiah highlights the continuity and preservation of the community's identity and religious duties during the rebuilding of the temple and the city walls.<br><br><b>Historical and Cultural Context</b> <br>The return from Babylonian exile was a significant event in Jewish history, marking the restoration of the Jewish community in Jerusalem and the reestablishment of temple worship. The Nethinim, including the descendants of Temah, played a crucial role in this process. Their service was vital for the functioning of the temple, and their dedication to their duties was a testament to their faithfulness and commitment to the covenant community.<br><br><b>Theological Significance</b> <br>The mention of Temah and other families in the genealogical records of Ezra and Nehemiah serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness in preserving His people. Despite the challenges of exile and the daunting task of rebuilding, the inclusion of these families in the sacred texts underscores the importance of every member in the community of faith. It reflects the biblical theme of restoration and the hope of renewal for God's people.<br><br><b>Conclusion</b> <br>The descendants of Temah, as part of the Nethinim, exemplify the dedication and service required for the restoration of worship and community life in post-exilic Jerusalem. Their inclusion in the biblical narrative highlights the collective effort and divine providence in the reestablishment of the Jewish people in their homeland.<a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">TEMAH</span><p>te'-ma (temach, Codex Alexandrinus and Codex Vaticanus Thema; Lucian, Themaa; <a href="/nehemiah/7-55.htm">Nehemiah 7:55</a>; Codex Vaticanus Hemath; Codex Alexandrinus Thema; Lucian, Themaa; the King James Version, Thamah): The family name of a company of Nethinim (<a href="/ezra/2-53.htm">Ezra 2:53</a>).<p><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/8540.htm"><span class="l">8540. <b>temah</b> -- a wonder</span></a><br><b>...</b> 8539, 8540. <b>temah</b>. 8541 . a wonder. Transliteration: <b>temah</b> Phonetic Spelling:<br> (tem-ah') Short Definition: wonders. <b>...</b> 8539, 8540. <b>temah</b>. 8541 . Strong's Numbers <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/8540.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p> <a href="/hebrew/8547.htm"><span class="l">8547. Tamach -- head of a postexilic family</span></a><br><b>...</b> 8546, 8547. Tamach. 8548 . head of a postexilic family. Transliteration:<br> Tamach Phonetic Spelling: (teh'-makh) Short Definition: <b>Temah</b>. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/8547.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/leupold/exposition_of_genesis_volume_1/chapter_xxv.htm"><span class="l">Chapter xxv</span></a> <br><b>...</b> to their generations: the first-born of Ishmael Nebaioth; and Kedar and Abdeel and<br> Mibsam, and Mishma and Dumah and Massa; Hadad and <b>Temah</b>, Jetur, Naphish and <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//christianbookshelf.org/leupold/exposition of genesis volume 1/chapter xxv.htm</font><p><a href="/library/leupold/exposition_of_genesis_volume_1/chapter_xxiv.htm"><span class="l">Chapter xxiv</span></a> <br><b>...</b> which Rebekah made. <b>Temah</b> (h) er is, as usual, used practically as an<br> adverb""quickly" (cf. GK120 d). 19. Koenig (KC) rightly <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/...//christianbookshelf.org/leupold/exposition of genesis volume 1/chapter xxiv.htm</font><p><a href="/library/maspero/history_of_egypt_chaldaea_syria_babylonia_and_assyria_v_7/chapter_iitiglath-pileser_iii_and_the.htm"><span class="l">Tiglath-Pileser iii. And the Organisation of the Assyrian Empire <b>...</b></span></a> <br>History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 7. <. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../chapter iitiglath-pileser iii and the.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/t/temah.htm"><span class="l"><b>Temah</b> (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia <b>TEMAH</b>. te'-ma (temach, Codex Alexandrinus <b>...</b> 2:53).<br> Multi-Version Concordance <b>Temah</b> (2 Occurrences). Ezra 2:53 <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/temah.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/b/barkos.htm"><span class="l">Barkos (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Barkos (2 Occurrences). Ezra 2:53 the children of Barkos, the children of Sisera,<br> the children of <b>Temah</b>, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/barkos.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/sis'era.htm"><span class="l">Sis'era (19 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> against them. (See RSV). Ezra 2:53 the children of Barkos, the children<br> of Sisera, the children of <b>Temah</b>; (See RSV). Nehemiah 7:55 <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/sis'era.htm - 12k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/sisera.htm"><span class="l">Sisera (18 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Ezra 2:53 the children of Barkos, the children of Sisera, the children of<br><b>Temah</b>, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). Nehemiah <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/sisera.htm - 17k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/tema.htm"><span class="l">Tema (5 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/tema.htm - 9k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/teman.htm"><span class="l">Teman (12 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/teman.htm - 12k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/thomei.htm"><span class="l">Thomei</span></a><br><b>...</b> Vaticanus and Swete Thomthei; the King James Version, Thomoi): A family name of<br> temple-servants who returned with Zerubbabel (1 Esdras 5:32) = <b>Temah</b> in Ezra 2 <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/thomei.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/tamah.htm"><span class="l">Tamah (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia TAMAH. ta'-ma. See <b>TEMAH</b>. Multi-Version<br> Concordance Tamah (1 Occurrence). Nehemiah 7:55 The children <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/tamah.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/thamah.htm"><span class="l">Thamah (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia THAMAH. tha'-ma. See <b>TEMAH</b>. Multi-Version<br> Concordance Thamah (2 Occurrences). Ezra 2:53 The children <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/thamah.htm - 7k</font><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Temah (2 Occurrences)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/ezra/2-53.htm">Ezra 2:53</a></span><br />the children of Barkos, the children of Sisera, the children of <span class="boldtext">Temah</span>,<br /><span class="source">(WEB JPS ASV BBE NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/nehemiah/7-55.htm">Nehemiah 7:55</a></span><br />the children of Barkos, the children of Sisera, the children of <span class="boldtext">Temah</span>,<br /><span 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