מְלַטְיָה (me.lat.yah)

me.lat.yah

Melatiah

H4424 · Hebrew · Old Testament · 1 verses

N:N-M-P

Language: Biblical Hebrew
Testament: Old Testament
Occurrences: 1 verses
Root: —
Part of speech: N:N-M-P

Word Overview

The name Melatiah, or מְלַטְיָה, is a Hebrew personal name meaning "Yahweh has delivered." It appears only once in the Old Testament, recorded in Nehemiah 3:7 as part of the list of those who rebuilt Jerusalem’s walls. The bearer was a Gibeonite, a member of a group with a complex history in Israel, who joined the effort to restore the city’s fortifications.

While the name itself carries a strong theological weight about divine rescue, its biblical usage is purely genealogical and historical. It highlights the inclusive nature of the restoration project, showing that people from various backgrounds contributed to the physical rebuilding of Jerusalem under Nehemiah’s leadership.

Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).

What This Word Means for Your Faith

The name Melatiah means "Yahweh has delivered." It appears in Nehemiah 3:7 among those who rebuilt Jerusalem’s walls. This single mention reminds us that God’s rescue is not just for leaders or priests, but for everyone. Even people from distant places like Gibeon joined the work.

When you face hard times, this word offers comfort. It shows that God cares about every person involved in His plans. Your background does not limit your role in His story. He delivers and includes all who respond to Him.

This name connects us to a long line of faithful people. They worked with their hands to restore what was broken. We too can trust in God’s deliverance today, knowing He values our participation in His work.

How it's translated

How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.

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Forms in the text

The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.

מְלַטְיָ֣ה1×

Key Verses

Nehemiah 3:7
Next to them, Melatiah the Gibeonite and Jadon the Meronothite, the men of Gibeon and of Mizpah, repaired the residence of the governor beyond the River.

This verse places Melatiah alongside others repairing the wall, showing his active role in Jerusalem's restoration despite his Gibeonite origin.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Melatiah mean?

Melatiah is a Hebrew name meaning "Yahweh has delivered." It combines the name of God (Yahweh) with a verb form indicating rescue or salvation.

Where does Melatiah appear in the Bible?

He appears only once, in Nehemiah 3:7. He is listed as a Gibeonite who helped rebuild Jerusalem's walls under Nehemiah's leadership.

Why is Melatiah significant?

His inclusion shows that God’s work involves people from all backgrounds. As a Gibeonite, he represents the inclusive nature of Israel’s restoration efforts.

Every Occurrence (1 verses across 1 books)

Nehemiah 1 verse

Nehemiah 3:7

Next to them, Melatiah the Gibeonite and Jadon the Meronothite, the men of Gibeon and of Mizpah, repaired the residence…