Shemaiah Summary
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Shemaiah, a Levite sent by King Jehoshaphat to teach the Book of the Law in Judah.
Levite sent by Jehoshaphat (2CH 17:8)
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that hears or obeys the Lord
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· Also called · H8098 none · 2CH 17:8 y-h-v-h hears
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shəmaəyah · H8098 · 2CH 17:8 y-h-v-h hears
- he שְׁמַעְיָ֫הוּ · H8098J
- el Σαμουιας Samouias · none · 2CH 17:8
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Shemaiah Article
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Shemaiah was a Levite who lived during the reign of King Jehoshaphat of Judah. According to 2Ch 17:8, Jehoshaphat sent Levites and priests throughout the cities of Judah to teach the Book of the Law to the people. Shemaiah was one of the Levites chosen for this mission, along with Nethaniah, Zebadiah, Asahel, Shemiramoth, Jehonathan, Adonijah, Tobijah, and Tobadonijah. This educational initiative was part of Jehoshaphat's reforms to strengthen the spiritual life of the nation and ensure that the people understood and followed the commandments of God.
Shemaiah 14 Dictionary
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
One of the Levites whom Jehoshaphat appointed to teach the law (2 Chr. 17:8).
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