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Shelemiah(4)
Shelemiah in the Bible — priest appointed by Nehemiah (NEH 13:13). Shelemiah belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 2 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “God is my perfection; my happiness; my peace”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Levi
- Scripture References
- 2 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 1 connection
Names & Labels (1)
Shelemiahproper name
- Hebrew
- שֶׁלֶמְיָה
- Transliteration
- sheleməyah
- Meaning
- y-h-v-h pays back [poss.] he restores peace offering of y-h-v-h
- Greek
- Σελεμια
- Reference
- NEH 13:13
- Strong's
- H8018
Family & Relationships (1)
descendant
Aaron(NEH 13:13)
Notes
As "priest", a descendant of Aaron
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Shelemiah in the Bible?
Shelemiah is described in the Bible as priest appointed by Nehemiah (NEH 13:13). Shelemiah belonged to the tribe of Levi.
What does the name Shelemiah mean?
The name Shelemiah means “God is my perfection; my happiness; my peace” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.