person
Rephael
רְפָאֵל
Rephael was one of the gatekeepers of the temple during the reign of King David.
- verses
- 1
- first named
- 1 Chronicles 26:7
- last named
- 1 Chronicles 26:7
- period
- Divided Monarchy
- tribe
- Levi
Description
Who was Rephael?
Rephael is briefly mentioned in the book of 1 Chronicles as one of the gatekeepers of the temple during the reign of King David (1Ch.26.7). He was a descendant of Obed-Edom, who was a Levite entrusted with the care of the Ark of the Covenant (1Ch.13.13-14; 26.4-8). The gatekeepers were responsible for guarding the entrances to the temple and ensuring that only authorized individuals were allowed to enter (1Ch.9.17-27). They also had duties related to the maintenance and organization of the temple. The mention of Rephael as a gatekeeper highlights the importance of this role in maintaining the sanctity and security of the temple, which was the center of worship for the Israelites.
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