Nehemiah 12:18
Nehemiah 12:18 Meaning and Explanation
“Of Bilgah, Shammua; of Shemaiah, Jehonathan;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Shammua headed the house of Bilgah, and Jehonathan the house of Shemaiah.
What Does Nehemiah 12:18 Mean?
Two more priestly families are matched with their current leaders. The name Jehonathan means the Lord has given.
Again the names themselves rehearse God's goodness: He gives, He grants, He provides. A people freshly returned from loss confessed through their children that everything they had was a gift from the hand of the Lord.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nehemiah 12:18
What does Nehemiah 12:18 mean?
Shammua headed the house of Bilgah, and Jehonathan the house of Shemaiah.