Man who lived in Senaah@Ezr.2.35-Neh before the time of Exile and Return
Hassenuah (also known as Hassenaah) was a leader from the tribe of Benjamin who lived in Jerusalem during the time of Nehemiah.
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Hassenuah, also known as Hassenaah, was a leader from the tribe of Benjamin who lived in Jerusalem during the post-exilic period, as recorded in the books of Nehemiah and 1 Chronicles (Neh.11.9; 1Ch.9.7; Neh.3.3). He is mentioned in the context of the resettlement of Jerusalem and the rebuilding of the city walls.
In Neh.11.9, Hassenuah is described as the second-in-command over the city of Jerusalem, serving under Joel the son of Zichri. This suggests that Hassenuah held a significant leadership role in the administration of Jerusalem during this time.
The parallel passage in 1Ch.9.7 also mentions Hassenuah (spelled as Hassenaah) among the Benjaminites who settled in Jerusalem. This further confirms his identity as a member of the tribe of Benjamin and his involvement in the resettlement of the city.
In Neh.3.3, Hassenaah (spelled as Hassenuah) is mentioned in connection with the rebuilding of the Fish Gate during the reconstruction of the walls of Jerusalem. This indicates that he and his family or clan were involved in the restoration efforts and contributed to the rebuilding of the city's defenses.
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3 verses in 2 books · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H5574
From the Benjamites: Sallu son of Meshullam, the son of Hodaviah, the son of Hassenuah;
The Fish Gate was rebuilt by the sons of Hassenaah. They laid its beams and installed its doors, bolts, and bars.
Joel son of Zichri was the officer over them, and Judah son of Hassenuah was over the Second District of the city.
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