Elnathan in the Bible — 5 People of the Same Name
The best known is Elnathan, son of Achbor, first named at Jeremiah 26:22. The rest are listed below, most-mentioned first.
Where Scripture does not separate them
Elnathan, Leader of the Return and Elnathan, Teacher of the Return and Elnathan, Teacher of the Return both first appear at Ezra 8:16. Scripture gives us little or nothing to tell them apart, so we do not pretend otherwise — treat them as separate only if your source does.
| Person | Who they are | First reference | Verses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elnathan, son of Achbor | son of Achbor | Jeremiah 26:22 | 3 |
| Elnathan, Father of Nehushta | Father of Nehushta | 2 Kings 24:8 | 1 |
| Elnathan, Leader of the Return | Leader of the Return | Ezra 8:16 | 1 |
| Elnathan, Teacher of the Return | Teacher of the Return | Ezra 8:16 | 1 |
| Elnathan, Teacher of the Return | Teacher of the Return | Ezra 8:16 | 1 |