Shemaiah

Shemaiah, a priest who played an instrument during the dedication of Jerusalem's wall.

The name Shemaiah means “that hears or obeys the Lord”

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Summary

A musician living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Nehemiah 12:36; only referred to as Shemaiah (שְׁמַעְיָ֫הוּ); son of Jonathan; a brother of Zechariah, Azarel, Milalai, Gilalai, Maai, Nethanel, Judah and Hanani.

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Family members

Father: Jonathan
Siblings: Azarel Gilalai Hanani Judah Maai Milalai Nethanel Zechariah

Alternative names

שְׁמַעְיָ֫הוּShemaiah

Mentions

Nehemiah 12:36
…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.