The sons of Shemaiah: Othni, Rephael, Obed, and Elzabad, whose brothers were valiant men, Elihu, and Semachiah.
Parallel translations
- KJV The sons of Shemaiah; Othni, and Rephael, and Obed, Elzabad, whose brethren were strong men, Elihu, and Semachiah.
- BSB Shemaiah’s sons were Othni, Rephael, Obed, and Elzabad; his brothers were Elihu and Semachiah, also capable men.
- NKJV The sons of Shemaiah were Othni, Rephael, Obed, and Elzabad, whose brothers Elihu and Semachiah were able men.
- NASB The sons of Shemaiah were Othni, Rephael, Obed, and Elzabad, whose brothers, Elihu and Semachiah, were valiant men.
- NLT Their names were Othni, Rephael, Obed, and Elzabad. Their relatives, Elihu and Semakiah, were also very capable men.
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Quick answer
Shemaiah's sons - Othni, Rephael, Obed, and Elzabad, along with capable kinsmen Elihu and Semachiah - are named as valiant men. This able family is enrolled for gatekeeping service.
Overview
These descendants of Obed-Edom are commended as valiant or capable men, fit for the responsibilities of guarding the temple. The Chronicler highlights their strength and worth, showing that gatekeeping required dependable, qualified servants. Their fitness for duty illustrates that God's work is well served by those who bring genuine ability and diligence to their tasks.
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