The story of Neriah
Neriah was a biblical figure who is best known for being the father of the prophet Jeremiah. He was the son of Mahseiah and the brother of Baruch, who was also a prophet. Neriah was a scribe in the court of King Zedekiah of Judah. Neriah was a faithful servant of God and was instrumental in helping Jeremiah to fulfill his prophetic mission. He provided Jeremiah with a scroll of the prophecies that God had given him and helped him to make copies of the scroll. He also provided Jeremiah with a safe place to hide when the king was trying to capture him. Neriah was also a faithful servant of the king and was loyal to him even when the king was trying to capture Jeremiah. He was a wise and prudent man who was able to advise the king on matters of state. Neriah is best known for his role in helping Jeremiah fulfill his prophetic mission. He provided Jeremiah with a safe place to hide and helped him to make copies of the scroll of prophecies. He was also a faithful servant of the king and was loyal to him even when the king was trying to capture Jeremiah. Neriah was a wise and prudent man who was able to advise the king on matters of state.
Name meaning
The name Neriah has Hebrew origins and is traditionally used as a feminine name, though it can be unisex. In Hebrew, Neriah (נֵרִיָּה) means "lamp of the Lord" or "light of God." It combines the elements "ner," meaning "lamp" or "light," and "Yah," a shortened form of "Yahweh," the Hebrew name for God. This name is often associated with spiritual illumination or divine guidance.
Name origin
Hebrew
Role
Scribe
First mention
Jeremiah 32:12
Appearances in the Bible
10 mentions