Maaseiah מַעֲשֵׂיָהוּ

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Priest during the dedication of Jerusalem's wall

Biography

Maaseiah was a priest who participated in the dedication of Jerusalem's wall during the time of Nehemiah (Neh.12.42). He is mentioned among the priests who sang and gave thanks during the celebratory procession on the wall (Neh.12.42). The dedication ceremony was a significant event marking the completion of the wall's reconstruction and the restoration of Jerusalem. The involvement of priests like Maaseiah in singing and giving thanks highlights the importance of worship and praise in the religious life of the community.

In Scripture

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Nehemiah 1 verse
  • Nehemiah 12:42

    "and Maaseiah, Shemaiah, Eleazar, Uzzi, Jehohanan, Malchijah, Elam, and Ezer. The singers sang loud, with Jezrahiah their overseer."

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Names & Aliases

Form Language Script Strong's
Named Hebrew מַעֲשֵׂיָהוּ H4641W