חֲשַׁבְנְיָה (cha.shav.ne.yah)
cha.shav.ne.yah
Hashabneiah
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 2 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Hashabneiah, meaning "whom Jehovah regards," appears only twice in the Hebrew Bible, both within the book of Nehemiah. It identifies a man who played a quiet but essential role in the restoration of Jerusalem’s community and physical structures after the exile.
In Nehemiah 3:10, Hashabneiah is noted as the father of Hattush, one of the officials tasked with repairing a section of the city wall. This mention highlights how ordinary families contributed to the collective effort of rebuilding their homeland. Later, in Nehemiah 9:5, a Levite named Hashabneiah stands among those who officiated during a solemn fast where the people renewed their covenant with God.
Though brief, these references show that Hashabneiah was involved in both the practical work of reconstruction and the spiritual renewal of his community. His name reminds readers that faithful service often happens behind the scenes, supporting larger movements of restoration and worship.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Hashabneiah means "whom Jehovah regards." It appears only twice in Scripture, yet it carries a quiet weight for anyone who feels their service is unseen. In Nehemiah 3:10, we see Hattush, son of Hashabneiah, repairing the wall next to his own home. This detail suggests that rebuilding the community began with personal sacrifice and local commitment. It reminds us that God notices the specific, often tedious work done in our own neighborhoods.
Later, in Nehemiah 9:5, a Levite named Hashabneiah joins others in leading worship during a time of national repentance. Here, the name shifts from physical construction to spiritual renewal. It shows that the same people who laid stones also lifted voices in praise. Your faithful presence in both work and worship is seen by God.
Whether you are fixing what is broken or praying for what is healing, your efforts matter. You are regarded by the One who restores. Let this encourage you to continue serving where you are placed, trusting that your labor in the Lord is never in vain.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 2 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Hashabneiah2×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- חֲשַׁבְנְיָֽה\׃1×
- חֲשַׁבְנְיָ֜ה1×
Key Verses
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Nehemiah 3:10
Next to them, Jedaiah the son of Harumaph made repairs across from his house. Next to him, Hattush the son of Hashabneiah made repairs.
This verse highlights the personal nature of restoration by placing Hattush, son of Hashabneiah, right next to his own house while repairing the wall.
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Nehemiah 9:5
Then the Levites, Jeshua, and Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabneiah, Sherebiah, Hodiah, Shebaniah, and Pethahiah, said, “Stand up and bless Yahweh your God from everlasting to everlasting! Blessed be your glorious name, which is exalted above all blessing and praise!
Here Hashabneiah is listed among Levites who lead the people in blessing God, showing a shift from physical rebuilding to spiritual covenant renewal.