Of Bilgah, Shammua; of Shemaiah, Jehonathan;
From Bilgah's family, Shammua; from Shemaiah's family, Jehonathan;
This verse is part of a record listing the heads of priestly families serving in the temple during Nehemiah's time.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Nehemiah, written during the post-exilic period after the Babylonian captivity, this verse is part of a detailed list of priests and Levites who returned to Jerusalem to restore temple worship. These lists, including the heads of families like Shammua and Jehonathan, helped maintain the purity and organization of the priesthood as the Jewish community rebuilt their society. They reflect God's emphasis on structured leadership for His people during a time of national renewal.
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