Levite living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Rephael was one of the gatekeepers of the temple during the reign of King David.
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Rephael is briefly mentioned in the book of 1 Chronicles as one of the gatekeepers of the temple during the reign of King David (1Ch.26.7). He was a descendant of Obed-Edom, who was a Levite entrusted with the care of the Ark of the Covenant (1Ch.13.13-14; 26.4-8). The gatekeepers were responsible for guarding the entrances to the temple and ensuring that only authorized individuals were allowed to enter (1Ch.9.17-27). They also had duties related to the maintenance and organization of the temple. The mention of Rephael as a gatekeeper highlights the importance of this role in maintaining the sanctity and security of the temple, which was the center of worship for the Israelites.
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Healed of God, one of Shemaiah’s sons. He and his brethren, on account of their “strength for service,” formed one of the divisions of the temple porters (1 Chr. 26:7, 8).
(healed of God), son of Shemaiah, the first-born of Obed-edom. (1 Chronicles 26:7) (B.C. about 1015.)
the physic or medicine of God
RE'PHAEL (whom God heals), a Levite porter. 1 Chr 26:7.
RE'PHAEL (whom God heals), a Levite porter. 1 Chr 26:7.
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Shemaiahʼs sons were Othni, Rephael, Obed, and Elzabad; his brothers were Elihu and Semachiah, also capable men.
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