Shuppim Summary
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Shuppim was a Levite who served as a gatekeeper during the reign of King David.
gatekeeper to the west (1CH 26:16)
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- en Shuppim
- en Shuppim · Also called · H8309 G1208 · 1CH 26:16
- he שֻׁפִּם shupim · H8309 · 1CH 26:16
- he שֻׁפִּים · H8206H
- el δεύτερον deúteron · G1208 · 1CH 26:16
- bg Шупим
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Shuppim Article
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Shuppim is mentioned briefly in 1Ch 26:16 as one of the Levites assigned to be a gatekeeper during the reign of King David. The gatekeepers were responsible for guarding the entrances to the tabernacle and later the temple, maintaining order, and ensuring that only authorized individuals entered the sacred areas. Shuppim was stationed at the West Gate, along with some of his fellow Levites. This assignment was part of the organization of the Levitical duties implemented by David, which aimed to ensure the proper functioning and security of the tabernacle and its services.
Sources: BibleData (CC BY 4.0, Shuppim_1) · STEPBible TIPNR (CC BY 4.0, Shuppim@1Ch.26.16) · Theographic Bible Metadata (CC BY-SA 4.0, shuppim_2733)