Hashabi'ah is a biblical figure whose name means "Yahweh has considered" or "Yahweh has regarded." This name is borne by several individuals in the Old Testament, each associated with the Levitical priesthood or service in the temple, reflecting the importance of the Levitical lineage in maintaining the worship and religious practices of ancient Israel.

1. Hashabi'ah, the Levite Overseer: One of the notable individuals named Hashabi'ah is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 9:14 and Nehemiah 11:15-16. He is identified as a Levite who played a significant role in the oversight of the work of the house of God. In Nehemiah 11:15-16, it is recorded: "And of the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, son of Azrikam, son of Hashabiah, son of Bunni; Shabbethai and Jozabad, two of the heads of the Levites, who had charge of the outside work of the house of God." This Hashabi'ah was part of the group responsible for the external affairs of the temple, ensuring that the logistical and operational needs were met.

2. Hashabi'ah, the Chief of the Levites: Another Hashabi'ah is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 26:30, where he is described as a chief of the Levites. The text states: "Of the Hebronites: Hashabiah and his relatives, 1,700 capable men, had oversight of Israel west of the Jordan for all the work of the LORD and for the service of the king." This Hashabi'ah was entrusted with significant responsibilities, overseeing the work of the Lord and the service of the king, indicating his leadership and administrative skills.

3. Hashabi'ah, the Son of Kemuel: In 1 Chronicles 27:17, Hashabi'ah is listed as the son of Kemuel and the leader of the Levites in the time of King David. The passage reads: "over the Levites was Hashabiah son of Kemuel; over the Aaronites was Zadok." This reference highlights his role in the organization and leadership of the Levitical order during a pivotal period in Israel's history.

4. Hashabi'ah, the Returnee with Ezra: In the post-exilic period, another Hashabi'ah is mentioned in Ezra 8:19. He is one of the Levites who returned with Ezra from Babylon to Jerusalem. The text notes: "and Hashabiah, along with Jeshaiah from the descendants of Merari, with his brothers and their sons, 20 men." This Hashabi'ah was part of the group that reestablished the religious practices and temple services after the Babylonian exile, playing a crucial role in the spiritual renewal of the Jewish community.

5. Hashabi'ah, the Priest in Nehemiah's Time: In Nehemiah 12:24, Hashabi'ah is mentioned as one of the priests who participated in the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem. The passage states: "The leaders of the Levites were Hashabiah, Sherebiah, and Jeshua son of Kadmiel, together with their associates, who stood opposite them to give praise and thanksgiving, one section responding to the other, as prescribed by David the man of God." This Hashabi'ah was involved in the liturgical functions and the celebration of the restoration of Jerusalem's fortifications.

The various individuals named Hashabi'ah in the Bible illustrate the continuity and dedication of the Levitical line in serving God and the community of Israel. Their roles in temple service, leadership, and the restoration of worship practices underscore the centrality of the Levites in maintaining the spiritual life of the nation.Hashabi'ah (16 Occurrences)

1 Chronicles 6:45
the son of Hashabiah, the son of Amaziah, the son of Hilkiah;
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1 Chronicles 9:14
And of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, of the sons of Merari;
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1 Chronicles 25:3
Of Jeduthun: the sons of Jeduthun: Gedaliah, and Zeri, and Jeshaiah, Hashabiah, and Mattithiah, six; under the hands of their father Jeduthun with the harp, who prophesied in giving thanks and praising the LORD.
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1 Chronicles 25:19
The twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and his brethren, twelve;
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1 Chronicles 26:30
Of the Hebronites, Hashabiah and his brethren, men of valour, a thousand and seven hundred, had the oversight of Israel beyond the Jordan westward; for all the business of the LORD, and for the service of the king.
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1 Chronicles 27:17
of Levi, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel; of Aaron, Zadok;
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2 Chronicles 35:9
Conaniah also, and Shemaiah and Nethanel, his brethren, and Hashabiah and Jeiel and Jozabad, the chiefs of the Levites, gave unto the Levites for the passover-offerings five thousand small cattle, and five hundred oxen.
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Ezra 8:19
and Hashabiah, and with him Jeshaiah of the sons of Merari, his brethren and their sons, twenty;
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Ezra 8:24
Then I separated twelve of the chiefs of the priests, besides Sherebiah, Hashabiah, and ten of their brethren with them,
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Ezra 10:25
Of Israel: Of the sons of Parosh: Ramiah, and Izziah, and Malchijah, and Mijamin, and Eleazar, and Malchijah, and Benaiah.
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Nehemiah 3:17
After him repaired the Levites, Rehum the son of Bani. Next unto him repaired Hashabiah, the ruler of half the district of Keilah, for his district.
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Nehemiah 10:11
Mica, Rehob, Hashabiah;
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Nehemiah 11:15
And of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;
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Nehemiah 11:22
The overseer also of the Levites at Jerusalem was Uzzi the son of Bani, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Mica, of the sons of Asaph, the singers, over the business of the house of God.
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Nehemiah 12:21
of Hilkiah, Hashabiah; of Jedaiah, Nethanel.
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Nehemiah 12:24
And the chiefs of the Levites: Hashabiah, Sherebiah, and Jeshua the son of Kadmiel, with their brethren over against them, to praise and give thanks, according to the commandment of David the man of God, ward against ward.
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Hashabi'ah (16 Occurrences)
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