Hashabneiah is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the Book of Nehemiah. His name, which can be translated as "Yahweh has considered" or "Yahweh has regarded," reflects a common practice in ancient Israel of incorporating the name of God (Yahweh) into personal names, signifying a relationship or acknowledgment of divine providence.

Biblical Reference:

Hashabneiah is mentioned in Nehemiah 3:10, which is part of the account detailing the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem under the leadership of Nehemiah. The verse states: "Next to them, Jedaiah son of Harumaph made repairs opposite his house, and next to him, Hattush son of Hashabneiah made repairs." (Nehemiah 3:10)

Context and Role:

The Book of Nehemiah is set during the period of the return from the Babylonian exile, a time when the Jewish people were re-establishing themselves in Jerusalem and rebuilding the city's fortifications. Nehemiah, a cupbearer to the Persian king Artaxerxes, was granted permission to return to Jerusalem and oversee the reconstruction efforts. The narrative in Nehemiah 3 provides a detailed account of the various individuals and families who participated in the rebuilding project, highlighting the communal effort and dedication to restoring the city.

Hashabneiah's son, Hattush, is noted for his role in repairing a section of the wall. This mention, though brief, places Hashabneiah within the context of a significant historical and religious undertaking. The rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls was not merely a physical task but also a spiritual and communal renewal for the Jewish people, symbolizing their resilience and faithfulness to God's covenant.

Significance:

While Hashabneiah himself is not described in detail, his mention through his son Hattush underscores the importance of family lineage and the transmission of faith and duty across generations. The participation of Hattush in the rebuilding effort reflects the collective responsibility embraced by the Jewish community during this pivotal moment in their history.

The inclusion of Hashabneiah's name in the biblical record, albeit indirectly, serves as a testament to the many individuals and families who contributed to the restoration of Jerusalem. It highlights the theme of divine consideration and involvement in the lives of His people, as suggested by the meaning of Hashabneiah's name.

In summary, Hashabneiah, through his son Hattush, is associated with the faithful and determined efforts to rebuild Jerusalem's walls, a project that was both a practical necessity and a profound act of worship and commitment to God.HASHABNEIAH

hash-ab-ne-i'-a (chashabhneyah; the King James Version Hashabniah, hash-ab-ni'a).

(1) Father of one of the builders of the wall (Nehemiah 3:10).

(2) A Levite mentioned in connection with the prayer preceding the signing of the covenant (Nehemiah 9:5); possibly identical with the Hashabiah (chashabhyah) of Ezra 8:19, 24 Nehemiah 10:11; Nehemiah 11:22; Nehemiah 12:24, or one of these.

2813. Chashabneyah -- "Yah has accounted," two Israelites
... Chashabneyah. 2814 . "Yah has accounted," two Israelites. Transliteration:
Chashabneyah Phonetic Spelling: (khash-ab-neh-yaw') Short Definition: Hashabneiah. ...
/hebrew/2813.htm - 6kHattush (5 Occurrences)
... 10:4 and 12:2, are one and the same.) He was one of those who signed the covenant
with Nehemiah (Nehemiah 10:4). (2) Son of Hashabneiah; aided Nehemiah to ...
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Hashabneiah (2 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia HASHABNEIAH. hash-ab-ne-i ... of these.
Multi-Version Concordance Hashabneiah (2 Occurrences). Nehemiah 3 ...
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Hashabnei'ah (2 Occurrences)
Hashabnei'ah. Hashabneiah, Hashabnei'ah. Hashabniah . Multi-Version Concordance ...
And next unto him repaired Hattush the son of Hashabneiah. (See RSV). ...
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Kad'mi-el (8 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 9:5 Then the Levites, Jeshua, and Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabneiah, Sherebiah,
Hodiah, Shebaniah, and Pethahiah, said: 'Stand up and bless the LORD your God ...
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Kadmiel (8 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 9:5 Then the Levites, Jeshua, and Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabneiah, Sherebiah,
Hodiah, Shebaniah, and Pethahiah, said, Stand up and bless Yahweh your God ...
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Jedaiah (13 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 3:10 Next to them repaired Jedaiah the son of Harumaph, over against
his house. Next to him repaired Hattush the son of Hashabneiah. ...
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Jedai'ah (13 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 3:10 And next unto them repaired Jedaiah the son of Harumaph, even over
against his house. And next unto him repaired Hattush the son of Hashabneiah. ...
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Repairs (24 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 3:10 And next unto them repaired Jedaiah the son of Harumaph, even over
against his house. And next unto him repaired Hattush the son of Hashabneiah. ...
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Pethahi'ah (3 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 9:5 Then the Levites, Jeshua, and Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabneiah, Sherebiah,
Hodiah, Shebaniah, and Pethahiah, said: 'Stand up and bless the LORD your God ...
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Pethahiah (4 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 9:5 Then the Levites, Jeshua, and Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabneiah, Sherebiah,
Hodiah, Shebaniah, and Pethahiah, said, Stand up and bless Yahweh your God ...
/p/pethahiah.htm - 8k

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