Nehemiah 11:15
“Also of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hashub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;”

What does Nehemiah 11:15 mean?
Nehemiah 11:15 (KJV) states: "Also of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hashub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni." The book of Nehemiah is set in the 5th century BC and tells the story of Nehemiah, a Jewish leader who returns to Jerusalem to help rebuild…
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The verse Nehemiah 11:15 reads, "Also of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hashub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni." At first glance, this passage may seem like a mere list of names, a genealogical record, or perhaps even a dry recounting of lineage…
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Heavenly Father, We come before You with hearts full of gratitude for the intricate tapestry of Your Word, which You have woven through time and history. As we reflect on Nehemiah 11:15, where it speaks of the Levites and specifically mentions Shemaiah, the son of Hashub, the…
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