Levite living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Semachiah, a son of Shemaiah, served as a gatekeeper in the temple during the time of David.
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Also known as Semakiah
Semachiah is mentioned in 1Ch.26.7 as one of the sons of Shemaiah, who was a descendant of Obed-Edom. Obed-Edom and his descendants were entrusted with the responsibility of serving as gatekeepers in the temple during the reign of King David. Semachiah, along with his brothers, who were described as capable men with strength for the service, were assigned the task of guarding the temple entrances. The gatekeepers played a crucial role in maintaining the sanctity and security of the temple. They ensured that only authorized individuals entered the sacred premises and that the temple remained protected from any potential threats.
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(Jehovah sustains him) one of the sons of SKEMAIAH, 9. (1 Chronicles 26:7)
joined to the Lord
SEMACHI'AH (Jehovah sustains him), a grandson of Obed-edom, and a Levite porter. 1 Chr 26:7.
SEMACHI'AH (Jehovah sustains him), a grandson of Obed-edom, and a Levite porter. 1 Chr 26:7.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H5565
Shemaiahʼs sons were Othni, Rephael, Obed, and Elzabad; his brothers were Elihu and Semachiah, also capable men.
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