Son of Shemaiah, gatekeeper of the temple
Semachiah
Named in 1 verse of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 26:7.
סְמַכְיָהוּSemachiah
The name means “joined to the Lord.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- Father
- Shemaiah
- People
- Tribe of Levi
About Semachiah Written by AI
Semachiah is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 26:7 as one of the sons of Shemaiah, who was a descendant of Obed-Edom. Obed-Edom and his descendants were entrusted with the responsibility of serving as gatekeepers in the temple during the reign of King David. Semachiah, along with his brothers, who were described as capable men with strength for the service, were assigned the task of guarding the temple entrances. The gatekeepers played a crucial role in maintaining the sanctity and security of the temple. They ensured that only authorized individuals entered the sacred premises and that the temple remained protected from any potential threats.
Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.
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.