A gatekeeper of the temple during David's reign
Rephael
Named in 1 verse of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 26:7.
רְפָאֵלRephael
The name means “the physic or medicine of God.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- Father
- Shemaiah
- People
- Tribe of Levi
About Rephael Written by AI
Rephael is briefly mentioned in the book of 1 Chronicles as one of the gatekeepers of the temple during the reign of King David (1 Chronicles 26:7). He was a descendant of Obed-Edom, who was a Levite entrusted with the care of the Ark of the Covenant (1 Chronicles 13:13 to 14). The gatekeepers were responsible for guarding the entrances to the temple and ensuring that only authorized individuals were allowed to enter (1 Chronicles 9:17 to 27). They also had duties related to the maintenance and organization of the temple. The mention of Rephael as a gatekeeper highlights the importance of this role in maintaining the sanctity and security of the temple, which was the center of worship for the Israelites.
Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.
Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897
Healed of God, one of Shemaiah’s sons. He and his brethren, on account of their “strength for service,” formed one of the divisions of the temple porters (1 Chr. 26:7, 8).
M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.
Where the Bible names him
- 1 Chronicles 26:7
Shemaiah’s sons were Othni, Rephael, Obed, and Elzabad; his brothers were Elihu and Semachiah, also capable men.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.