A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of exile and return, first mentioned in 1 Chronicles 9:12 and also called Amashai in Nehemiah 11:13.
About Amashsai (Maasai)
Azarel’s son. He was one of the leading priests who returned to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile (Nehemiah 11:13). Amashsai may possibly be identical with Maasai (1 Chronicles 9:12).
Family Relationships
- Parents
- Adiel (1 Chronicles 9:12)
Key References
Nehemiah 11:13
and his associates, the leaders of families—242 men; Amashai son of Azarel, the son of Ahzai, the son of Meshillemoth, the son of Immer;
All Scripture References (1)
Nehemiah (1)
Nehemiah 11:13
and his associates, the leaders of families—242 men; Amashai son of Azarel, the son of Ahzai, the son of Meshillemoth, the son of Immer;