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Joseph was leader of the family of Shecaniah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/nehemiah/12.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/nehemiah/12.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/nehemiah/12.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Of Melicu, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/nehemiah/12.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />of Melichu, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/nehemiah/12.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/nehemiah/12.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/nehemiah/12.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/nehemiah/12.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/nehemiah/12.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/nehemiah/12.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Jonathan of Malluchi, Joseph of Shebaniah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/nehemiah/12.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Jonathan of Malluchi, Joseph of Shebaniah, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/nehemiah/12.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/nehemiah/12.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Jonathan of Malluchi, Joseph of Shebaniah, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/nehemiah/12.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/nehemiah/12.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />from Malluchi, Jonathan; from Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/nehemiah/12.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/nehemiah/12.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/nehemiah/12.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />of Malluch, Jonathan; of Shecaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/nehemiah/12.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />of Malluch, Jonathan; of Shecaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/nehemiah/12.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Of Melicu, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/nehemiah/12.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph; <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/nehemiah/12.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />of Melicu, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/nehemiah/12.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> of Melicu, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/nehemiah/12.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />To Melicu, Jonathan; to Shebaniah, Joseph;<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/nehemiah/12.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Of Milicho, Jonathan: of Sebenia, Joseph: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/nehemiah/12.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />of Maluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/nehemiah/12.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />for Malluchi, Jonathan; for Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/nehemiah/12.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/nehemiah/12.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Malchiah, Jonathan, Shechaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/nehemiah/12.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Melakya, Yunathan, Shekania, Yoseph<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/nehemiah/12.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />of Melicu, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/nehemiah/12.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />to Amaluch, Jonathan; to Sechenia, Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/nehemiah/12-14.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=3489" 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">13</span>of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan; <span class="reftext">14</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/4409.htm" title="4409: lim·lū·ḵī (Prep-l:: N-proper-ms) -- The name of several Isr. Or Malluwkiy; from malak; remnant; Malluk, the name of five Israelites.">of Malluchi,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3129.htm" title="3129: yō·w·nā·ṯān (N-proper-ms) -- Jonathan. A form of Yhownathan; Jonathan, the name of ten Israelites.">Jonathan;</a> <a href="/hebrew/7645.htm" title="7645: liš·ḇan·yāh (Prep-l:: N-proper-ms) -- Or Shbanyahuw; from the same as Shebna' and Yahh; Jah has grown; Shebanjah, the name of three or four Israelites.">of Shebaniah,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3130.htm" title="3130: yō·w·sêp̄ (N-proper-ms) -- Future of yacaph; let him add; Joseph, the name of seven Israelites.">Joseph;</a> </span><span class="reftext">15</span>of Harim, Adna; of Meraioth, Helkai;…<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="/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="/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="/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="/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="/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/6-54.htm">1 Chronicles 6:54-60</a></span><br />Now these were the territories assigned to the descendants of Aaron from the Kohathite clan for their settlements, because the first lot fell to them: / They were given Hebron in the land of Judah and its surrounding pasturelands. / But the fields and villages around the city were given to Caleb son of Jephunneh. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-31.htm">1 Chronicles 6:31-32</a></span><br />These are the men David put in charge of the music in the house of the LORD after the ark rested there. / They ministered with song before the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting, until Solomon built the house of the LORD in Jerusalem. And they performed their duties according to the regulations given them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/8-14.htm">2 Chronicles 8:14</a></span><br />In keeping with the ordinances of his father David, Solomon appointed the divisions of the priests over their service, and the Levites for their duties to offer praise and to minister before the priests according to the daily requirement. He also appointed gatekeepers by their divisions at each gate, for this had been the command of David, the man of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/1-1.htm">Matthew 1:1-17</a></span><br />This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: / Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. / Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/3-23.htm">Luke 3:23-38</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 7:11-28</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="/hebrews/5-1.htm">Hebrews 5:1-10</a></span><br />Every high priest is appointed from among men to represent them in matters relating to God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins. / He is able to deal gently with those who are ignorant and misguided, since he himself is subject to weakness. / That is why he is obligated to offer sacrifices for his own sins, as well as for the sins of the people. ...<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.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Of Melicu, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;</p><p class="hdg">Melicu.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/nehemiah/12-2.htm">Nehemiah 12:2</a></b></br> Amariah, Malluch, Hattush,</p><p class="hdg">Malluch.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/nehemiah/12-3.htm">Nehemiah 12:3</a></b></br> Shechaniah, Rehum, Meremoth,</p><p class="hdg">Shechaniah.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/nehemiah/12-11.htm">Jonathan</a> <a href="/ezra/10-42.htm">Joseph</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-12.htm">Shebaniah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-12.htm">Shebani'ah</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/nehemiah/12-35.htm">Jonathan</a> <a href="/psalms/77-15.htm">Joseph</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/15-24.htm">Shebaniah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/15-24.htm">Shebani'ah</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>of Malluchi, Jonathan;</b><br>Malluchi is a name that appears in the genealogical records of the priests who returned from the Babylonian exile. The mention of Jonathan as a descendant or associate of Malluchi highlights the continuity of the priestly line, which was crucial for maintaining the religious and cultural identity of the Jewish people. The name Jonathan, meaning "Yahweh has given," is significant in biblical history, often associated with loyalty and faithfulness, as seen in the friendship between Jonathan, the son of King Saul, and David. This connection underscores the importance of faithfulness in leadership and service to God.<p><b>of Shebaniah, Joseph;</b><br>Shebaniah is another priestly figure, and his association with Joseph in this context emphasizes the restoration and reestablishment of the priestly duties after the exile. The name Joseph, meaning "He will add," is reminiscent of the patriarch Joseph, who played a pivotal role in the survival and prosperity of the Israelites in Egypt. This connection may symbolize hope and divine provision for the post-exilic community. The listing of these names in Nehemiah reflects the meticulous record-keeping and the importance of lineage in maintaining the integrity and purity of the priesthood, which was essential for the proper worship and service in the rebuilt temple.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/m/malluch.htm">Malluch</a></b><br>A priestly figure mentioned in the genealogical records of Nehemiah. His name is associated with the priestly lineage, emphasizing the continuity and faithfulness of the priestly duties during the time of the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/jonathan.htm">Jonathan</a></b><br>Another priestly figure, possibly a descendant of Malluch, indicating the importance of family lineage in maintaining religious duties and traditions.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/shecaniah.htm">Shecaniah</a></b><br>A name that appears multiple times in the Old Testament, often associated with leadership and priestly roles. In this context, it highlights the role of the priesthood in the restoration of Jerusalem.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/j/joseph.htm">Joseph</a></b><br>A priestly figure linked to Shecaniah, representing the continuation of priestly service and the importance of maintaining religious order and tradition.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a></b><br>The central place of worship and the focal point of Nehemiah's mission to restore the city and its religious practices.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_lineage_and_heritage.htm">The Importance of Lineage and Heritage</a></b><br>The genealogical records in Nehemiah emphasize the importance of maintaining a spiritual heritage. As Christians, we are called to uphold and pass down our faith to future generations.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_in_service.htm">Faithfulness in Service</a></b><br>The priests listed in <a href="/nehemiah/12-14.htm">Nehemiah 12:14</a> exemplify faithfulness in their service to God. We are encouraged to remain steadfast in our own service, regardless of our role in the church.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/restoration_and_renewal.htm">Restoration and Renewal</a></b><br>The rebuilding of Jerusalem and the reestablishment of the priesthood symbolize spiritual renewal. We are reminded of the need for personal and communal renewal in our walk with God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_and_leadership.htm">Community and Leadership</a></b><br>The collaboration among the priests and leaders in Nehemiah highlights the importance of community and leadership in achieving God's purposes. We should seek to work together in unity within the body of Christ.<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/summarize_the_exodus_from_egypt..htm">What does the Bible say about gun confiscation?</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/does_nehemiah_12_10-11_contradict_other_genealogies.htm">In Nehemiah 12:10-11, does the compressed genealogy contradict any other biblical genealogies or timeline data?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_1_chronicles_8_29-40_genealogy_verified.htm">In 1 Chronicles 8:29-40, do the numerous names and generations have any external corroboration, or could this genealogy have been constructed later to support certain tribal claims?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/nehemiah/12.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(14) <span class= "bld">Melicu</span> is the "Malluch" of <a href="/nehemiah/12-2.htm" title="Amariah, Malluch, Hattush,">Nehemiah 12:2</a>, and Hattush is omitted. Other anomalies of this kind may be noticed, of which no account can now be given.<p><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/nehemiah/12-14.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">of Melichu,</span><br /><span class="heb">לִמְלִ֙יכוּ֙</span> <span class="translit">(lim·lî·ḵū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4409.htm">Strong's 4409: </a> </span><span class="str2">Malluch -- the name of several Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Jonathan;</span><br /><span class="heb">יֽוֹנָתָ֔ן</span> <span class="translit">(yō·w·nā·ṯān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3129.htm">Strong's 3129: </a> </span><span class="str2">Jonathan</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Shebaniah,</span><br /><span class="heb">לִשְׁבַנְיָ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(liš·ḇan·yāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7645.htm">Strong's 7645: </a> </span><span class="str2">Shebaniah -- the name of several Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Joseph;</span><br /><span class="heb">יוֹסֵֽף׃</span> <span class="translit">(yō·w·sêp̄)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3130.htm">Strong's 3130: </a> </span><span class="str2">Joseph -- 'he increases', a son of Jacob, also the name of several Israelites</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/nehemiah/12-14.htm">Nehemiah 12:14 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/nehemiah/12-14.htm">Nehemiah 12:14 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/nehemiah/12-14.htm">Nehemiah 12:14 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/nehemiah/12-14.htm">Nehemiah 12:14 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/nehemiah/12-14.htm">Nehemiah 12:14 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/nehemiah/12-14.htm">Nehemiah 12:14 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/nehemiah/12-14.htm">Nehemiah 12:14 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/nehemiah/12-14.htm">Nehemiah 12:14 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/nehemiah/12-14.htm">Nehemiah 12:14 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/nehemiah/12-14.htm">Nehemiah 12:14 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/nehemiah/12-14.htm">OT History: Nehemiah 12:14 Of Malluchi Jonathan (Neh Ne) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/nehemiah/12-13.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Nehemiah 12:13"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 12:13" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/nehemiah/12-15.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Nehemiah 12:15"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 12:15" /></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>