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Shemaiah, a priest who played an instrument during the dedication of Jerusalem's wall.
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Shemaiah was a priest who participated in the dedication of Jerusalem's wall during the time of Nehemiah. According to Neh.12.36, Shemaiah was one of the priests who played musical instruments during the ceremonial procession on the wall. He is mentioned alongside other priests and Levites who were involved in this joyful celebration, which marked the completion of the wall's reconstruction. Shemaiah's specific role in playing an instrument contributed to the musical expression of praise and thanksgiving to God during this significant event in the history of Jerusalem.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H8098
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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