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class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/nehemiah/12.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Shecaniah, Rehum, Meremoth,<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/nehemiah/12.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Shechaniah, Rehum, Meremoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/nehemiah/12.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Shekania, Arkhum, Marmuth<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/nehemiah/12.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Shecaniah, Rehum, Meremoth;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/nehemiah/12.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Sechenia.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/nehemiah/12-3.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZsQrw7rBvgc?start=3417" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/nehemiah/12.htm">The Priests and Levites who Returned</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">2</span>Amariah, Malluch, Hattush, <span class="reftext">3</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7935.htm" title="7935: šə·ḵan·yāh (N-proper-ms) -- Or Shkanyahuw; from shakan and Yahh; Jah has dwelt; Shekanjah, the name of nine Israelites.">Shecaniah,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7348.htm" title="7348: rə·ḥum (N-proper-ms) -- A form of rachuwm; Rechum, the name of a Persian and of three Israelites.">Rehum,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4822.htm" title="4822: mə·rê·mōṯ (N-proper-ms) -- Two Isr. priests, also an Isr. Plural from ruwm; heights; Meremoth, the name of two Israelites.">Meremoth,</a> </span><span class="reftext">4</span>Iddo, Ginnethon, Abijah,…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezra/2-36.htm">Ezra 2:36-39</a></span><br />The priests: The descendants of Jedaiah (through the house of Jeshua), 973; / the descendants of Immer, 1,052; / the descendants of Pashhur, 1,247; ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-39.htm">Nehemiah 7:39-42</a></span><br />The priests: the descendants of Jedaiah (through the house of Jeshua), 973; / the descendants of Immer, 1,052; / the descendants of Pashhur, 1,247; ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/24-1.htm">1 Chronicles 24:1-19</a></span><br />These were the divisions of the descendants of Aaron. The sons of Aaron were Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. / But Nadab and Abihu died before their father did, and they had no sons; so Eleazar and Ithamar served as priests. / With the help of Eleazar’s descendant Zadok and Ithamar’s descendant Ahimelech, David divided them according to the offices of their service. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/9-10.htm">1 Chronicles 9:10-13</a></span><br />From the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, and Jachin; / Azariah son of Hilkiah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Zadok, the son of Meraioth, the son of Ahitub, the chief official of God’s temple; / Adaiah son of Jeroham, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malchijah; Maasai son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Meshillemith, the son of Immer; ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezra/10-18.htm">Ezra 10:18-22</a></span><br />Among the descendants of the priests who had married foreign women were found these descendants of Jeshua son of Jozadak and his brothers: Maaseiah, Eliezer, Jarib, and Gedaliah. / They pledged to send their wives away, and for their guilt they presented a ram from the flock as a guilt offering. / From the descendants of Immer: Hanani and Zebadiah. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/11-10.htm">Nehemiah 11:10-14</a></span><br />From the priests: Jedaiah son of Joiarib; Jachin; / Seraiah son of Hilkiah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Zadok, the son of Meraioth, the son of Ahitub, the chief official of the house of God; / and their associates who did the work at the temple—822 men; Adaiah son of Jeroham, the son of Pelaliah, the son of Amzi, the son of Zechariah, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malchijah; ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/31-15.htm">2 Chronicles 31:15-19</a></span><br />Under his authority, Eden, Miniamin, Jeshua, Shemaiah, Amariah, and Shecaniah faithfully distributed portions to their fellow priests in their cities, according to their divisions, old and young alike. / In addition, they distributed portions to the males registered by genealogy who were three years of age or older—to all who would enter the house of the LORD for their daily duties for service in the responsibilities of their divisions— / and to the priests enrolled according to their families in the genealogy, as well as to the Levites twenty years of age or older, according to their responsibilities and divisions. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/29-12.htm">2 Chronicles 29:12-14</a></span><br />Then the Levites set to work: Mahath son of Amasai and Joel son of Azariah from the Kohathites; Kish son of Abdi and Azariah son of Jehallelel from the Merarites; Joah son of Zimmah and Eden son of Joah from the Gershonites; / Shimri and Jeuel from the Elizaphanites; Zechariah and Mattaniah from the Asaphites; / Jehiel and Shimei from the Hemanites; and Shemaiah and Uzziel from the Jeduthunites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-1.htm">1 Chronicles 6:1-15</a></span><br />The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. / The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. / The children of Amram: Aaron, Moses, and Miriam. The sons of Aaron: Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-50.htm">1 Chronicles 6:50-53</a></span><br />These were the descendants of Aaron: Eleazar his son, Phinehas his son, Abishua his son, / Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son, / Meraioth his son, Amariah his son, Ahitub his son, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/1-12.htm">Matthew 1:12-17</a></span><br />After the exile to Babylon: Jeconiah was the father of Shealtiel, Shealtiel the father of Zerubbabel, / Zerubbabel the father of Abiud, Abiud the father of Eliakim, and Eliakim the father of Azor. / Azor was the father of Zadok, Zadok the father of Achim, and Achim the father of Eliud. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/3-23.htm">Luke 3:23-27</a></span><br />Jesus Himself was about thirty years old when He began His ministry. He was regarded as the son of Joseph, the son of Heli, / the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the son of Joseph, / the son of Mattathias, the son of Amos, the son of Nahum, the son of Esli, the son of Naggai, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-11.htm">Hebrews 7:11-14</a></span><br />Now if perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood (for on this basis the people received the law), why was there still need for another priest to appear—one in the order of Melchizedek and not in the order of Aaron? / For when the priesthood is changed, the law must be changed as well. / He of whom these things are said belonged to a different tribe, from which no one has ever served at the altar. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/6-7.htm">Acts 6:7</a></span><br />So the word of God continued to spread. The number of disciples in Jerusalem grew rapidly, and a great number of priests became obedient to the faith.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/9-4.htm">Romans 9:4-5</a></span><br />the people of Israel. Theirs is the adoption as sons; theirs the divine glory and the covenants; theirs the giving of the law, the temple worship, and the promises. / Theirs are the patriarchs, and from them proceeds the human descent of Christ, who is God over all, forever worthy of praise! Amen.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Shechaniah, Rehum, Meremoth,</p><p class="hdg">Shechaniah.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/nehemiah/12-14.htm">Nehemiah 12:14</a></b></br> Of Melicu, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;</p><p class="hdg">Shebaniah.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/nehemiah/12-15.htm">Nehemiah 12:15</a></b></br> Of Harim, Adna; of Meraioth, Helkai;</p><p class="hdg">Harim.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/nehemiah/12-15.htm">Nehemiah 12:15</a></b></br> Of Harim, Adna; of Meraioth, Helkai;</p><p class="hdg">Meraioth.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/nehemiah/10-5.htm">Meremoth</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-5.htm">Mer'emoth</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-25.htm">Rehum</a> <a href="/nehemiah/6-18.htm">Shecaniah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/6-18.htm">Shecani'ah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/6-18.htm">Shechaniah</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/ezra/8-33.htm">Meremoth</a> <a href="/ezra/10-36.htm">Mer'emoth</a> <a href="/ezra/2-2.htm">Rehum</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/3-21.htm">Shecaniah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/3-21.htm">Shecani'ah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/3-21.htm">Shechaniah</a><div class="vheading2">Nehemiah 12</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/12-1.htm">The priests and the Levites which came up with Zerubbabel.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/12-10.htm">The succession of high priests.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/12-22.htm">Certain chief Levites.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">27. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/12-27.htm">The solemnity of the dedication of the walls.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">44. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/12-44.htm">The offices of priests and Levites appointed in the temple.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/nehemiah/12.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/nehemiah/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/nehemiah/12.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Shecaniah</b><br>Shecaniah is a name that appears multiple times in the Bible, often associated with priestly or leadership roles. In the context of <a href="/nehemiah/12.htm">Nehemiah 12</a>, Shecaniah is listed among the priests who returned with Zerubbabel and Jeshua. This highlights the continuity of the priestly line and the importance of maintaining religious leadership during the restoration period. The name Shecaniah means "the Lord has dwelt," which can be seen as a reminder of God's presence with His people, especially significant during the rebuilding of Jerusalem and the Temple.<p><b>Rehum</b><br>Rehum is another name found in the list of priests, and it is also mentioned in other parts of the Bible, such as <a href="/ezra/2-2.htm">Ezra 2:2</a> and <a href="/ezra/4-8.htm">Ezra 4:8-9</a>, where a Rehum is noted as an official who opposed the rebuilding efforts. However, the Rehum in <a href="/nehemiah/12.htm">Nehemiah 12</a> is likely a different individual, emphasizing the commonality of certain names and the need for careful distinction in biblical genealogies. The presence of Rehum in this list underscores the diverse backgrounds and roles of those involved in the restoration, reflecting a collective effort to reestablish worship and community life.<p><b>Meremoth</b><br>Meremoth is another priestly figure mentioned in the list. The name appears in other contexts, such as in <a href="/ezra/8-33.htm">Ezra 8:33</a>, where a Meremoth is responsible for weighing the silver and gold brought back to Jerusalem. This indicates a role of trust and responsibility, suggesting that those named in <a href="/nehemiah/12.htm">Nehemiah 12</a> were not only spiritual leaders but also played practical roles in the community's restoration. The inclusion of Meremoth in this list highlights the multifaceted nature of leadership required to rebuild and sustain the Jewish community post-exile.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/shecaniah.htm">Shecaniah</a></b><br>A priestly figure mentioned in the context of the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem. The name Shecaniah means "the Lord has dwelt," indicating a connection to God's presence among His people.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/r/rehum.htm">Rehum</a></b><br>Another priestly figure involved in the dedication ceremonies. The name Rehum means "compassion" or "merciful," reflecting a characteristic of God that is often highlighted in the Old Testament.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/m/meremoth.htm">Meremoth</a></b><br>A priest who participated in the dedication of the wall. The name Meremoth means "heights" or "elevations," possibly symbolizing the elevated status of the priests in their service to God.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_names.htm">The Importance of Names</a></b><br>In the Bible, names often carry significant meanings that reflect character or divine purpose. Understanding the meanings of names like Shecaniah, Rehum, and Meremoth can deepen our appreciation for the roles these individuals played in God's plan.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/continuity_of_god's_work.htm">Continuity of God's Work</a></b><br>The presence of these priests in both Ezra and Nehemiah underscores the continuity of God's work through generations. It reminds us that God is faithful to His promises and works through His people over time.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/role_of_priests.htm">Role of Priests</a></b><br>The priests were central to the spiritual life of Israel, serving as mediators between God and the people. This highlights the importance of spiritual leadership and the need for dedicated individuals to guide communities in faith.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_involvement_in_worship.htm">Community Involvement in Worship</a></b><br>The dedication of the wall was a communal event involving various leaders and groups. This teaches us the value of community participation in worship and the collective effort required to honor God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/symbolism_of_the_wall.htm">Symbolism of the Wall</a></b><br>The wall of Jerusalem symbolizes protection and separation from the world. In a spiritual sense, it represents the boundaries we set to maintain our faith and integrity in a secular world.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_nehemiah_12.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Nehemiah 12</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/are_nehemiah_12_1-7_priests_verified.htm">In Nehemiah 12:1-7, are there any historical or archaeological records confirming the specific priests and Levites named here?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_did_goldsmiths_build_the_wall.htm">How do we reconcile Nehemiah 3:8, which mentions goldsmiths and perfumers constructing the wall, with the specialized skills required for such large-scale building?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/which_darius_is_in_nehemiah_12_22.htm">In Nehemiah 12:22, which Darius the Persian is mentioned, and how does this align with known Persian history?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_tithes_fit_in_today's_economy.htm">Malachi 3:8-10 - How do we reconcile this injunction about tithes with a modern economy and the lack of a physical temple?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/nehemiah/12.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 3.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Shechaniah</span> Rather, "Shebaniah," as the name is given in <a href="/nehemiah/10-4.htm">Nehemiah 10:4</a> and Nehemiah 12:14. <span class="cmt_word">Rehum</span>. Rather, "Harim," which is found in ver. 15, and also in <a href="/nehemiah/10-5.htm">Nehemiah 10:5</a>. Compare, moreover, <a href="/ezra/2-39.htm">Ezra 2:39</a>; <a href="/nehemiah/7-42.htm">Nehemiah 7:42</a>. <span class="cmt_word">Meremoth</span> is probably correct, though altered to Meraioth in ver. 15, since we find Meremoth in <a href="/nehemiah/10-5.htm">Nehemiah 10:5</a>. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/nehemiah/12-3.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Shecaniah,</span><br /><span class="heb">שְׁכַנְיָ֥ה</span> <span class="translit">(šə·ḵan·yāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7935.htm">Strong's 7935: </a> </span><span class="str2">Shecaniah -- 'Yah has taken up His abode', the name of several Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Rehum,</span><br /><span class="heb">רְחֻ֖ם</span> <span class="translit">(rə·ḥum)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7348.htm">Strong's 7348: </a> </span><span class="str2">Rehum -- 'compassion', the name of several Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Meremoth,</span><br /><span class="heb">מְרֵמֹֽת׃</span> <span class="translit">(mə·rê·mōṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4822.htm">Strong's 4822: </a> </span><span class="str2">Meremoth -- two Israelites priests, also an Israelite</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/nehemiah/12-3.htm">Nehemiah 12:3 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/nehemiah/12-3.htm">Nehemiah 12:3 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/nehemiah/12-3.htm">Nehemiah 12:3 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/nehemiah/12-3.htm">Nehemiah 12:3 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/nehemiah/12-3.htm">Nehemiah 12:3 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/nehemiah/12-3.htm">Nehemiah 12:3 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/nehemiah/12-3.htm">Nehemiah 12:3 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/nehemiah/12-3.htm">Nehemiah 12:3 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/nehemiah/12-3.htm">Nehemiah 12:3 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/nehemiah/12-3.htm">Nehemiah 12:3 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/nehemiah/12-3.htm">OT History: Nehemiah 12:3 Shecaniah Rehum Meremoth (Neh Ne) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/nehemiah/12-2.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Nehemiah 12:2"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 12:2" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/nehemiah/12-4.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Nehemiah 12:4"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 12:4" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>