Ismachiah Summary
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Ismachiah was one of the overseers appointed by King Hezekiah during the restoration of the temple and its services.
overseer of the consecrated things under Conaniah (2CH 31:13)
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Ismachiah
· Also called · H3253 none · 2CH 31:13 y-h-v-h sustains
- en Ismakiah · Also called
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יִסְמַכְיָהוּ
yisəmakhəyahu · H3253 · 2CH 31:13 y-h-v-h sustains
- he יִסְמַכְיָהוּ · H3253
- el Σαμαχια Samaxia · none · 2CH 31:13
- bg Исмахия
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Ismachiah Article
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Ismachiah is mentioned in 2Ch 31:13 as one of the overseers appointed by King Hezekiah during his reforms and restoration of the temple in Jerusalem. After Hezekiah cleansed and consecrated the temple, he appointed priests and Levites to their duties and organized the collection and distribution of tithes and offerings (2Ch 31:2-12).
Ismachiah, along with several others, including Jehiel, Azaziah, Nahath, Asahel, Jerimoth, Jozabad, Eliel, Ismachiah, Mahath, and Benaiah, was appointed as an overseer under the direction of Conaniah and his brother Shimei. These men were entrusted with the task of distributing the contributions to their fellow priests and Levites faithfully.
The inclusion of Ismachiah's name in this list highlights the importance of organization and oversight in the administration of the temple and its services. It also demonstrates Hezekiah's commitment to restoring proper worship and supporting the religious leaders of Judah.
Sources: BibleData (CC BY 4.0, Ismachiah_1) · STEPBible TIPNR (CC BY 4.0, Ismachiah@2Ch.31.13) · Theographic Bible Metadata (CC BY-SA 4.0, ismachiah_642)