Semachiah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Semachiah in the Bible?
A Korahite gatekeeper mentioned in 1 Chronicles 26:7, Semachiah is likely the same individual as Ismachiah, whose name appears in 2 Chronicles 31:13.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Semachiah clarifies the administrative structure of the Temple under Hezekiah and resolves textual variants between parallel biblical accounts.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Semachiah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Semachiah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Semachiah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 26:72 Chronicles 31:13
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Semachiah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/semachiah/