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Shemaiah(6)

Shemaiah in the Bible — son of Galal (1CH 9:16). Shemaiah belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 4 scripture passages.

Name meaning: that hears or obeys the Lord

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Gender
male
Tribe
Levi
Scripture References
4 references
Known Names
2 names
Relationships
2 connections

Names & Labels (2)

Shemaiahproper name
Hebrew
שְׁמַעְיָה
Transliteration
shəmaəyah
Meaning
y-h-v-h hears
Greek
Σαμαια
Reference
1CH 9:16
Strong's
H8098
Shammuaproper name
Hebrew
שַׁמּ֖וּעַ
Transliteration
shamua
Meaning
[poss.] [y-h-v-h] hears; rumor
Greek
[none]
Reference
NEH 11:17
Strong's
H8051

Family & Relationships (2)

father

Obadiah(1CH 9:16)

son

Galal(1CH 9:16)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Shemaiah in the Bible?

Shemaiah is described in the Bible as son of Galal (1CH 9:16). Shemaiah belonged to the tribe of Levi.

What does the name Shemaiah mean?

The name Shemaiah means “that hears or obeys the Lord” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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