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Nethanel was a musician who participated in the dedication of Jerusalem's wall.
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Also known as Nethaneel
Nethanel was one of the musicians who participated in the joyful parade at the dedication of Jerusalem's wall in the time of Nehemiah (Neh.12.36). He played a musical instrument, perhaps a trumpet or cymbal, as part of the celebration. This event marked the completion of the rebuilding of Jerusalem's defenses.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H5417
and his associates—Shemaiah, Azarel, Milalai, Gilalai, Maai, Nethanel, Judah, and Hanani—with the musical instruments prescribed by David the man of God. Ezra the scribe led the procession.
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