Besodeiah
Besodeiah was the father of Meshullam, who repaired the Old Gate of Jerusalem.
The name Besodeiah means “counsel of the Lord”
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Summary
A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Nehemiah 3:6; only referred to as Besodeiah (בְּסוֹדְיָ֑ה); father of Meshullam.
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Alternative names
- בְּסוֹדְיָ֑הBesodeiah
Mentions
- The Jeshanah Gate was repaired by Joiada son of Paseah and Meshullam son of Besodeiah. They laid its beams and installed its doors, bolts, and bars.