Eliehoenai
Divided Kingdom
Tribe of Levi
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Eliehoenai, a son of Meshelemiah, was a gatekeeper during King David's reign.
Eliehoenai was a gatekeeper in the Jerusalem sanctuary, a son of Meshelemiah from the Korahite division of Levites, appointed during King David's organization of temple personnel (1 Chronicles 26:3). He is listed among the seven sons of Meshelemiah who served as gatekeepers at the house of God. The gatekeepers were responsible for guarding the entrances to the sanctuary and maintaining the integrity and security of Israel's worship space.