Overview
Pharosh (also spelled Parosh) was the patriarch of a significant Jewish family during the post-exilic period. His descendants were among the first to return from Babylonian captivity to Jerusalem, demonstrating God's faithfulness in restoration. The family remained prominent in the rebuilding efforts and religious reforms of the returned community.
Key Scriptures
"The children of Parosh, two thousand one hundred seventy-two" (Ezra 2:3, NASB).
"Of the sons of Parosh, Eliezer" (Ezra 8:3, NASB) was among those who returned with Ezra.
"From the sons of Parosh: Ramiah, Izziah, Malchijah, Miamin, Eleazar, Malchijah, and Benaiah" (Ezra 10:25, ESV) participated in putting away foreign wives.
Application
Reflect on how God preserves His people through judgment and exile, calling them to return and rebuild their faith communities in obedience to His Word.