Overview
Zattu was a prominent Jewish family whose descendants returned to Jerusalem after the Babylonian captivity. Members of this family are recorded as signatories to the covenant of faithfulness that Nehemiah led the people to make before God, demonstrating their commitment to obey the Law of Moses.
Key Scriptures
"The children of Zattu, nine hundred and forty-five" (Ezra 2:8, NASB). "Also of the sons of Zattu: Elioenai, Eliashib, Mattaniah, Jeremoth, Zabad, and Aziza" (Ezra 10:27, ESV). "The children of Zattu, eight hundred and forty-five" (Nehemiah 7:13, NASB). "Zattu, Bani, Bunni, Azgad, Bebai" (Nehemiah 10:14, ESV).
Application
The Zattu family's return from exile and covenant commitment reminds us that genuine faith involves both physical restoration and spiritual renewal through dedication to God's Word.