Jehohanan יְהוֹחָנָן
Priest during the dedication of Jerusalem's walls
Who is Jehohanan in the Bible?
Jehohanan was a priest in Jerusalem during the time of Nehemiah who participated in the dedication of the city's walls. He is mentioned in Nehemiah 12:42 among the priests who took part in the grand celebration that followed the completion of Jerusalem's fortifications. The text lists him alongside other priestly leaders such as Maaseiah, Shemaiah, and Eleazar as they marched on top of the walls with choirs, giving thanks to God. While the biblical account does not specify his particular duties during the ceremony, his inclusion among the priestly leadership indicates his prominence in Jerusalem's religious community. Jehohanan's participation in this dedication ceremony represents the restoration of Jerusalem and the renewal of proper worship after the city's walls had been rebuilt.
Biography
Jehohanan is mentioned in Neh.12.42 as one of the priests who participated in the dedication of Jerusalem's walls during the time of Nehemiah. This chapter describes the grand celebration that took place after the completion of the city's fortifications, with two large choirs marching on top of the walls and giving thanks to God. Jehohanan is listed among the priests who were involved in this ceremony, along with other notable figures such as Maaseiah, Shemaiah, and Eleazar. The text does not provide any further details about Jehohanan's specific role in the dedication or his background, but his inclusion in this list suggests that he was a part of the priestly leadership in Jerusalem at that time. The dedication of the walls was a significant event that marked the restoration of Jerusalem and the renewal of the people's commitment to God, and Jehohanan's participation in this ceremony highlights the important role of the priests in the spiritual life of the community.
In Scripture
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- Nehemiah 12:42
"and also Maaseiah, Shemaiah, Eleazar, Uzzi, Jehohanan, Malchijah, Elam, and Ezer. Then the choirs sang out under the direction of Jezrahiah."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יְהוֹחָנָן |