Nethani'ah is a biblical name meaning "given of the LORD" or "gift of the LORD." This name appears multiple times in the Old Testament, associated with various individuals, each playing distinct roles in the historical and religious narrative of Israel.

1. Nethaniah, the Father of Ishmael: One of the most notable mentions of Nethani'ah is as the father of Ishmael, who was a member of the royal family of Judah. Ishmael, son of Nethani'ah, is known for his involvement in the assassination of Gedaliah, the Babylonian-appointed governor of Judah after the destruction of Jerusalem in 586 BC. This event is recorded in 2 Kings 25:23-25 and Jeremiah 41:1-3. Ishmael's actions led to further turmoil and fear among the remnant of Judah, causing them to flee to Egypt despite the prophet Jeremiah's warnings.

· 2 Kings 25:23-25 : "When all the captains of the armies and their men heard that the king of Babylon had appointed Gedaliah as governor, they came to Gedaliah at Mizpah—Ishmael son of Nethaniah, Johanan son of Kareah, Seraiah son of Tanhumeth the Netophathite, and Jaazaniah son of the Maacathite, they and their men. Gedaliah took an oath before them and their men, saying, 'Do not be afraid to serve the Chaldeans. Live in the land and serve the king of Babylon, and it will go well with you.' But in the seventh month, Ishmael son of Nethaniah, son of Elishama, of the royal family, came with ten men and struck down Gedaliah and killed him, along with the Jews and the Chaldeans who were with him at Mizpah."

2. Nethaniah, a Levitical Musician: Another Nethani'ah is mentioned as a Levitical musician during the time of King David. This Nethani'ah was one of the sons of Asaph, a prominent family of musicians appointed to serve in the temple worship. The role of the Levites, particularly those involved in music, was crucial in the liturgical life of Israel, as they led the people in worship and praise to God.

· 1 Chronicles 25:2 : "From the sons of Asaph: Zaccur, Joseph, Nethaniah, and Asharelah. They were under the direction of Asaph, who prophesied under the direction of the king."

3. Nethaniah, a Teacher of the Law: In the time of King Jehoshaphat, Nethani'ah is listed among the Levites sent throughout the cities of Judah to teach the people the Law of the LORD. This initiative was part of Jehoshaphat's reforms to bring the nation back to the worship of Yahweh and adherence to His commandments.

· 2 Chronicles 17:7-9 : "In the third year of his reign, Jehoshaphat sent his officials—Ben-hail, Obadiah, Zechariah, Nethaniah, and Micaiah—to teach in the cities of Judah. With them were certain Levites—Shemaiah, Nethaniah, Zebadiah, Asahel, Shemiramoth, Jehonathan, Adonijah, Tobijah, and Tob-adonijah—and the priests Elishama and Jehoram. They taught throughout Judah, taking with them the Book of the Law of the LORD. They went throughout the towns of Judah and taught the people."

4. Nethaniah, a Post-Exilic Returnee: Another mention of Nethani'ah is found in the genealogical records of those who returned from the Babylonian exile. This Nethani'ah is listed among the descendants of the Levites who returned to Jerusalem with Zerubbabel and Jeshua, contributing to the restoration of the temple and the reestablishment of worship.

· Ezra 10:22 : "From the descendants of Pashhur: Elioenai, Maaseiah, Ishmael, Nethaniah, Jozabad, and Elasah."

The name Nethani'ah, therefore, is associated with individuals who played significant roles in the religious, political, and cultural life of Israel, from the time of the monarchy through the post-exilic period. Each mention reflects the diverse contributions of those who bore this name, whether in leadership, worship, or teaching.Nethani'ah (20 Occurrences)

2 Kings 25:23
Now when all the captains of the forces, they and their men, heard that the king of Babylon had made Gedaliah governor, they came to Gedaliah to Mizpah, even Ishmael the son of Nethaniah, and Johanan the son of Kareah, and Seraiah the son of Tanhumeth the Netophathite and Jaazaniah the son of the Maacathite, they and their men.
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2 Kings 25:25
But it came to pass in the seventh month, that Ishmael the son of Nethaniah, the son of Elishama, of the seed royal, came, and ten men with him, and smote Gedaliah, that he died, and the Jews and the Chaldeans that were with him at Mizpah.
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1 Chronicles 25:2
of the sons of Asaph: Zaccur, and Joseph, and Nethaniah, and Asarelah, the sons of Asaph; under the hand of Asaph, who prophesied according to the direction of the king.
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1 Chronicles 25:12
The fifth to Nethaniah, his sons and his brethren, twelve;
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2 Chronicles 17:8
and with them the Levites, even Shemaiah, and Nethaniah, and Zebadiah, and Asahel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehonathan, and Adonijah, and Tobijah, and Tob-adonijah, the Levites; and with them Elishama and Jehoram, the priests.
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Jeremiah 36:14
and all the heads send unto Baruch, Jehudi son of Nethaniah, son of Shelemiah, son of Cushi, saying, 'The roll in which thou hast read in the ears of the people take in thy hand, and come.' And Baruch son of Neriah taketh the roll in his hand and cometh in unto them,
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Jeremiah 40:8
and they come in unto Gedaliah to Mizpah, even Ishmael son of Nethaniah, and Johanan and Jonathan sons of Kareah, and Seraiah son of Tanhumeth, and the sons of Ephai the Netophathite, and Jezaniah son of the Maachathite, they and their men.
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Jeremiah 40:14
and they say unto him, 'Dost thou really know that Baalis king of the sons of Ammon hath sent Ishmael son of Nethaniah to smite thy soul?' And Gedaliah son of Ahikam hath not given to them credence.
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Jeremiah 40:15
And Johanan son of Kareah hath spoken unto Gedaliah in secret, in Mizpah, saying, 'Let me go, I pray thee, and I smite Ishmael son of Nethaniah, and no one doth know; why doth he smite thy soul? and scattered have been all Judah who are gathered unto thee, and perished hath the remnant of Judah.'
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Jeremiah 41:1
And it cometh to pass, in the seventh month, come hath Ishmael son of Nethaniah, son of Elishama, of the seed royal, and of the chiefs of the king, and ten men with him, unto Gedaliah son of Ahikam, to Mizpah, and they eat there bread together in Mizpah.
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Jeremiah 41:2
And Ishmael son of Nethaniah riseth, and the ten men who have been with him, and they smite Gedaliah son of Ahikam, son of Shaphan, with the sword, and he putteth him to death whom the king of Babylon hath appointed over the land.
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Jeremiah 41:6
And Ishmael son of Nethaniah goeth forth to meet them, from Mizpah, going on and weeping, and it cometh to pass, at meeting them, that he saith unto them, 'Come in unto Gedaliah son of Ahikam.'
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Jeremiah 41:7
And it cometh to pass, at their coming in unto the midst of the city, that Ishmael son of Nethaniah doth slaughter them, at the midst of the pit, he and the men who 'are' with him.
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Jeremiah 41:9
And the pit whither Ishmael hath cast all the carcases of the men whom he hath smitten along with Gedaliah, is that which the king Asa made because of Baasha king of Israel -- it hath Ishmael son of Nethaniah filled with the pierced.
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Jeremiah 41:10
And Ishmael taketh captive all the remnant of the people who 'are' in Mizpah, the daughters of the king, and all the people who are left in Mizpah, whom Nebuzar-Adan, chief of the executioners, hath committed 'to' Gedaliah son of Ahikam, and Ishmael son of Nethaniah taketh them captive, and goeth to pass over unto the sons of Ammon.
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Jeremiah 41:11
And hear doth Johanan son of Kareah, and all the heads of the forces that 'are' with him, of all the evil that Ishmael son of Nethaniah hath done,
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Jeremiah 41:12
and they take all the men, and go to fight with Ishmael son of Nethaniah, and they find him at the great waters that 'are' in Gibeon.
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Jeremiah 41:15
And Ishmael son of Nethaniah hath escaped, with eight men, from the presence of Johanan, and he goeth unto the sons of Ammon.
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Jeremiah 41:16
And Johanan son of Kareah, and all the heads of the forces who 'are' with him, take all the remnant of the people whom he hath brought back from Ishmael son of Nethaniah, from Mizpah -- after he had smitten Gedaliah son of Ahikam -- mighty ones, men of war, and women, and infants, and eunuchs, whom he had brought back from Gibeon,
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Jeremiah 41:18
from the presence of the Chaldeans, for they have been afraid of them, for Ishmael son of Nethaniah had smitten Gedaliah son of Ahikam, whom the king of Babylon had appointed over the land.
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