Overview:
Delaiah is a name found in the Old Testament, associated with several individuals. The name Delaiah means "Yahweh has drawn" or "Yahweh has delivered." It reflects the theocentric nature of Hebrew names, emphasizing God's active role in the lives of His people.

1. Delaiah, the Descendant of David:
Delaiah is listed as one of the descendants of David in the genealogical records. In 1 Chronicles 3:24, Delaiah is mentioned as a son of Elioenai, who was a descendant of the royal line of Judah. This connection to the Davidic line underscores the importance of maintaining genealogical records for the fulfillment of God's promises to David.

2. Delaiah, the Priestly Family:
Another Delaiah is noted as the head of a priestly family. In the post-exilic period, when the Israelites returned from Babylonian captivity, the priestly divisions were reestablished. Ezra 2:60 and Nehemiah 7:62 mention the descendants of Delaiah among those who could not prove their lineage, which was crucial for serving in the priesthood. This highlights the importance of purity and legitimacy in the priestly office, as prescribed by the Mosaic Law.

3. Delaiah, the Son of Shemaiah:
In the narrative of the prophet Jeremiah, Delaiah, the son of Shemaiah, is one of the officials who hears the reading of Jeremiah's scroll. Jeremiah 36:12-25 describes how Baruch, Jeremiah's scribe, read the scroll containing the words of the Lord to the people. Delaiah, along with other officials, responded with fear and reported the matter to King Jehoiakim. Despite their initial concern, the king's subsequent actions led to the burning of the scroll. This incident illustrates the tension between the prophetic message and the political authorities of the time.

4. Delaiah, the Father of a Temple Servant:
In the book of Nehemiah, Delaiah is mentioned as the father of one of the temple servants. Nehemiah 7:46 lists the sons of Delaiah among the Nethinim, a group of temple servants who assisted the Levites. This role was vital for the functioning of the temple, ensuring that the worship and sacrifices were conducted according to the Law.

Biblical References:
· 1 Chronicles 3:24 : "The sons of Elioenai: Hodaviah, Eliashib, Pelaiah, Akkub, Johanan, Delaiah, and Anani—seven in all."
· Ezra 2:60 : "The descendants of Delaiah, the descendants of Tobiah, and the descendants of Nekoda: 652 in all."
· Nehemiah 7:62 : "The descendants of Delaiah, the descendants of Tobiah, and the descendants of Nekoda: 642 in all."
· Jeremiah 36:12-25 : This passage details the involvement of Delaiah, son of Shemaiah, in the events surrounding the reading of Jeremiah's scroll.
· Nehemiah 7:46 : "The temple servants: the descendants of Ziha, the descendants of Hasupha, the descendants of Tabbaoth, the descendants of Keros, the descendants of Sia, the descendants of Padon, the descendants of Lebanah, the descendants of Hagabah, the descendants of Akkub, the descendants of Hagab, the descendants of Shalmai, the descendants of Hanan, the descendants of Giddel, the descendants of Gahar, the descendants of Reaiah, the descendants of Rezin, the descendants of Nekoda, the descendants of Gazzam, the descendants of Uzza, the descendants of Paseah, the descendants of Besai, the descendants of Meunim, the descendants of Nephusim, the descendants of Bakbuk, the descendants of Hakupha, the descendants of Harhur, the descendants of Bazluth, the descendants of Mehida, the descendants of Harsha, the descendants of Barkos, the descendants of Sisera, the descendants of Temah, the descendants of Neziah, and the descendants of Hatipha."

Significance:
The various individuals named Delaiah in the Bible reflect the diverse roles and responsibilities within the community of Israel, from royal lineage to priestly service and prophetic engagement. Each mention of Delaiah contributes to the broader narrative of God's covenantal relationship with His people, emphasizing themes of faithfulness, legitimacy, and the importance of adhering to divine instructions.Delaiah

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Delaiah

(freed by Jehovah).

1. A priest in the time of David, leader of the twenty-third course of priests. (1 Chronicles 24:18) (B.C. 1014.)
2. "Children of Delaiah" were among the people of uncertain pedigree who returned from Babylon with Zerubbabel. (Ezra 2:60; Nehemiah 7:62) (B.C. 536.)
3. Son of Mehetabeel and father of Shemaiah. (Nehemiah 6:10) (B.C. before 410.)
4. Son of Shemaiah, one of the "princes" about the court of Jehoiakim. (Jeremiah 36:12,25) (B.C. 604.)

Freed by Jehovah.

(1.) The head of the twenty-third division of the priestly order (1 Chronicles 24:18).

(2.) A son of Shemaiah, and one of the courtiers to whom Jeremiah's first roll of prophecy was read (Jeremiah 36:12).

(3.) The head of one of the bands of exiles that returned under Zerubbabel to Jerusalem (Ezra 2:60; Nehemiah 7:62).

DELAIAH

de-la'-ya (delayah, "God has raised"):

(1) A descendant of David (1 Chronicles 3:24; the King James Version "Dalaiah").

(2) One of David's priests and leader of the 23rd course (1 Chronicles 24:18).

(3) One of the princes who pleaded with Jehoiakim not to destroy the roll containing the prophecies of Jeremiah (Jeremiah 36:12, 25).

(4) The ancestor of a post-exilic family whose genealogy was lost (Ezra 2:60 Nehemiah 7:62; 1 Esdras 5:37 margin). See DALAN.

(5) The father of timorous Shemaiah (Nehemiah 6:10).

1806. Delayah -- "Yah has drawn," five Israelites
... "Yah has drawn," five Israelites. Transliteration: Delayah or Delayahu Phonetic
Spelling: (del-aw-yaw') Short Definition: Delaiah. ... NASB Word Usage Delaiah (7). ...
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The Writing of an Ancient Book
... their garments. Elnathan and Delaiah and Gemariah begged Jehoiakim not
to burn the roll, but he would not listen to them. He also ...
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Delaiah (7 Occurrences)
...DELAIAH. de-la'-ya (delayah, "God has raised"): (1) A descendant of David (1 Chronicles
3:24; the King James Version "Dalaiah"). ...Delaiah (7 Occurrences). ...
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Delai'ah (6 Occurrences)
Delai'ah. Delaiah, Delai'ah. Delay . ... (See RSV). 1 Chronicles 24:18 the three
and twentieth to Delaiah, the four and twentieth to Maaziah. (See RSV). ...
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Nekoda (4 Occurrences)
... Ezra 2:60 the children of Delaiah, the children of Tobiah, the children of Nekoda,
six hundred fifty-two. (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Neko'da (4 Occurrences)
... RSV). Ezra 2:60 the children of Delaiah, the children of Tobiah, the children
of Nekoda, six hundred fifty and two. (See RSV). Nehemiah ...
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Gemari'ah (5 Occurrences)
... and he goeth down 'to' the house of the king, unto the chamber of the scribe, and
lo, there are all the heads sitting: Elishama the scribe, and Delaiah son of ...
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Gemariah (5 Occurrences)
... he went down into the king's house, into the scribe's chamber: and behold, all the
princes were sitting there, to wit, Elishama the scribe, and Delaiah the son ...
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Tobijah (17 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS NAS NIV). Ezra 2:60 The children of Delaiah, the children
of Tobijah, the children of Nekoda, six hundred and fifty-two. (DBY). ...
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Tobi'ah (15 Occurrences)
... Tobi'ah (15 Occurrences). Ezra 2:60 the children of Delaiah, the children of Tobiah,
the children of Nekoda, six hundred fifty and two. (See RSV). ...
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Elna'than (5 Occurrences)
... and he goeth down 'to' the house of the king, unto the chamber of the scribe, and
lo, there are all the heads sitting: Elishama the scribe, and Delaiah son of ...
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Elnathan (5 Occurrences)
... he went down into the king's house, into the scribe's chamber: and behold, all the
princes were sitting there, to wit, Elishama the scribe, and Delaiah the son ...
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