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Senuah

Senuah was a leader in Jerusalem during the post-exilic period who served as an overseer of the Levites. He is mentioned in Nehemiah's account of those who resettled the holy city.

Overview

Senuah was a Levite who held a position of authority in Jerusalem after the Jewish people returned from Babylonian exile. He served as an overseer or deputy ruler of the Levites, helping to organize and lead the religious community in the restored city.

Key Scriptures

"And Joshaphat the son of Azaniah was over them; and Shabbethai and Jozabad, of the chief of the Levites, had the oversight of the outward business of the house of God" (Nehemiah 11:16, KJV). "And Senuah the son of Hasenuah was second over the city" (Nehemiah 11:9, KJV).

Application

Senuah's role reminds us that God uses faithful leaders to rebuild His community and maintain order in His work, and we should recognize those who serve in leadership positions with integrity and dedication.

Scripture References 1
Nehemiah 11:9
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Father of Judah, a governor of Jerusalem.

Nehemiah 11:9
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