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Shecaniah(2)
Shecaniah in the Bible — tenth-chosen priest for the twenty-four courses (1CH 24:11). Shecaniah belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 2 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “habitation of the Lord”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Levi
- Scripture References
- 2 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 1 connection
Names & Labels (1)
Shecaniahproper name
- Hebrew
- שְׁכַנְיָה
- Transliteration
- shəkhanəyah
- Meaning
- y-h-v-h has taken up his abode
- Greek
- Σεχενια
- Reference
- 1CH 24:11
- Strong's
- H7935
Family & Relationships (1)
descendant
Ithamar(1CH 24:11)
Notes
In the line of Ithamar (1CH 24:6, 11)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Shecaniah in the Bible?
Shecaniah is described in the Bible as tenth-chosen priest for the twenty-four courses (1CH 24:11). Shecaniah belonged to the tribe of Levi.
What does the name Shecaniah mean?
The name Shecaniah means “habitation of the Lord” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.