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A Specific Lineage
Commentators like John Gill note that this verse isn't just a random name but a specific genealogical record. Shemaiah is identified as a Levite from the family of Merari, one of Levi's sons. This highlights the importance the post-exilic community placed on proper lineage and order for those serving in the temple.
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Nehemiah
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Albert Barnes
On Nehemiah 11:4–19
18th Century
Theologian
See the marginal reference notes. Both accounts appear to be extracts from a public official register that Nehemiah had prepared for his census. Th…
Charles Ellicott
On Nehemiah 11:4–19
19th Century
Bishop
The heads in Jerusalem: the list, as compared with 1 Chronicles 9:0, is by no means complete. Judah and Benjamin are represented, with …
John Gill
On Nehemiah 11:15
17th Century
Pastor
Also of the Levites
Who dwelt in Jerusalem:
Shemaiah the son of Hashub:
traced…
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Matthew Henry
On Nehemiah 11:1–36
17th Century
Minister
In all ages, people have preferred their own ease and advantage to the public good. Even the professors of religion too commonly seek their own, an…