Shemaiah Summary
STEPBible TIPNR
Shemaiah, a false prophet who tried to intimidate Nehemiah during the rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall.
suggested Nehemiah hide in the Temple (NEH 6:10)
Lineage: Mehetabeel › Delaiah › Shemaiah
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Shemaiah
that hears or obeys the Lord
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Shemaiah
· Also called · H8098 none · NEH 6:10 y-h-v-h hears
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שְׁמַעְיָה
shəmaəyah · H8098 · NEH 6:10 y-h-v-h hears
- he שְׁמַעְיָ֫הוּ · H8098S
- el Σεμεϊ Semeï · none · NEH 6:10
- bg Шемая
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Family of origin
- Father: Delaiah
- Mother: Unknown
Shemaiah Article
STEPBible TIPNR
Shemaiah was a false prophet who opposed Nehemiah during the rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall. In Neh 6:10, Nehemiah describes an encounter with Shemaiah, who was shut up in his house. Shemaiah claimed to have received a prophecy that Nehemiah should hide in the temple to avoid being killed by his enemies. However, Nehemiah recognized this as a false prophecy intended to intimidate him and discredit his leadership. Nehemiah refused to flee, stating that a man in his position should not enter the temple to save his life. This incident highlights the challenges and opposition Nehemiah faced while trying to restore Jerusalem and the Jewish community.
Shemaiah 11 Dictionary
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
A false prophet who hindered the rebuilding of Jerusalem (Neh. 6:10).
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