Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Shemed, a son of Elpaal, who built Ono and Lod with its towns.
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Also known as Shamed
Shemed was a Benjamite, the son of Elpaal, mentioned in 1Ch.8.12. He is credited with building the cities of Ono and Lod, along with their surrounding towns. This brief mention of Shemed highlights the role of certain individuals in the development and expansion of settlements during the time of the chronicler's account.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H8106
The sons of Elpaal: Eber, Misham, Shemed (who built Ono and Lod with its villages),
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