Kadmiel is a biblical figure mentioned in the context of the post-exilic period of Israel's history. His name, which means "God is the ancient one" or "God is of old," reflects a common practice of the time to incorporate the name of God (El) into personal names, signifying a relationship or attribute associated with God.

Biblical References:

Kadmiel is primarily noted in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah, which detail the return of the Jewish exiles from Babylon and the subsequent rebuilding of the Temple and the walls of Jerusalem.

1. Ezra 2:40 · "The Levites: the descendants of Jeshua and Kadmiel (through the line of Hodaviah), 74." This verse lists Kadmiel among the Levites who returned from Babylon with Zerubbabel. The Levites were a tribe set apart for religious duties, and Kadmiel's inclusion indicates his role in the spiritual restoration of Israel.

2. Nehemiah 7:43 · "The Levites: the descendants of Jeshua (through Kadmiel, through the line of Hodaviah), 74." This passage mirrors the account in Ezra, reaffirming Kadmiel's lineage and his participation in the return to Jerusalem.

3. Nehemiah 9:4-5 · "Then the Levites—Jeshua, Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabneiah, Sherebiah, Hodiah, Shebaniah, and Pethahiah—said, 'Stand up and bless the LORD your God from everlasting to everlasting: Blessed be Your glorious name, and may it be exalted above all blessing and praise.'" Here, Kadmiel is listed among the Levites who led the people in a public confession and worship of God. This event was part of a larger covenant renewal ceremony, emphasizing the community's commitment to follow God's laws.

4. Nehemiah 10:9-10 · "The Levites: Jeshua son of Azaniah, Binnui of the sons of Henadad, Kadmiel, and their associates." Kadmiel is mentioned as one of the signatories of the covenant, a solemn agreement to adhere to the Law of Moses. This covenant was a critical step in re-establishing the religious and social order of the Jewish community.

Role and Significance:

Kadmiel's role as a Levite was significant in the religious life of the post-exilic community. The Levites were responsible for assisting the priests in the Temple, teaching the Law, and leading worship. Kadmiel's involvement in the covenant renewal and his leadership in worship highlight his dedication to restoring and maintaining the spiritual integrity of the people.

His repeated mention alongside other prominent Levites suggests that Kadmiel was a respected leader within his community. His actions contributed to the re-establishment of Jewish identity and religious practice after the Babylonian exile, a period marked by efforts to return to the covenantal faithfulness that defined Israel's relationship with God.

Kadmiel's legacy, as recorded in the biblical texts, serves as a testament to the importance of faithful leadership and the role of the Levites in guiding the people back to a life centered on God's commandments. His account is a reminder of the enduring significance of worship, confession, and covenant in the life of God's people.Kadmiel

God of antiquity; God of rising

Kadmiel

(before God), one of the Levites who with his family returned from Babylon with Zerubbabel. (Ezra 2:40; Nehemiah 7:43) He and his house are mentioned in history on three occasions - (Ezra 3:9; Nehemiah 9:4,5; 10:9) (B.C. 535-410.)

Before God; i.e., his servant, one of the Levites who returned with Zerubbabel from the Captivity (Nehemiah 9:4; 10:9; 12:8). KADMIEL

kad'-mi-el (qadhmi'el, "before God," "priest"(?); "Cadmiel" in parallel lists in 1 Esdras 5:26, 58 the King James Version; omitted in Septuagint Codex Vaticanus; Codex Alexandrinus reads kai Kadmielon): A Levite (Ezra 2:40 Nehemiah 7:43), founder of a family whose descendants returned from captivity with Zerubbabel (Ezra 2:1 Nehemiah 7:43; Nehemiah 12:1, 8). He is named among those who praise God for the return (Nehemiah 9:4, 5; Nehemiah 12:24); was of those who "set forward" the work of the Lord's house (Ezra 3:9; 1 Esdras 5:26, 58), and is again mentioned with those who "seal" the new Return Covenant (Nehemiah 10:28) after the re-establishment of worship (Nehemiah 10:1, 9).

6934. Qadmiel -- "God is the ancient one," a Levite name
... Qadmiel. 6935 . "God is the ancient one," a Levite name. Transliteration: Qadmiel
Phonetic Spelling: (kad-mee-ale') Short Definition: Kadmiel. ... Kadmiel. ...
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Altar and Temple
... from twenty years old and upward, to set forward the work of the house of the
Lord.9. Then stood Jeshua with his sons and his brethren, Kadmiel and his sons ...
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Kadmiel (8 Occurrences)
... 9; 12:8). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. KADMIEL. kad'-mi-el ... 1, 9).
Multi-Version Concordance Kadmiel (8 Occurrences). Ezra 2:40 The ...
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Kad'mi-el (8 Occurrences)
Kad'mi-el. Kadmiel, Kad'mi-el. Kadmonite . ... Ezra 2:40 The Levites: the children
of Jeshua and Kadmiel, of the children of Hodaviah, seventy and four. (See RSV ...
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Jeshua (30 Occurrences)
... (9.) Son of Kadmiel (Nehemiah 12:24). ... Ezra 2:40 The Levites: the children of
Jeshua and Kadmiel, of the children of Hodaviah, seventy-four. ...
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Sherebiah (8 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 9:4 Then stood up on the stairs of the Levites, Jeshua, and Bani, Kadmiel,
Shebaniah, Bunni, Sherebiah, Bani, and Chenani, and cried with a loud voice ...
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Sherebi'ah (8 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 9:4 Then stood up upon the platform of the Levites, Jeshua, and Bani, Kadmiel,
Shebaniah, Bunni, Sherebiah, Bani, and Chenani, and cried with a loud ...
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Hodaviah (6 Occurrences)
... Ezra 2:40 The Levites: the children of Jeshua and Kadmiel, of the children of Hodaviah,
seventy-four. (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Jeshuah (1 Occurrence)
... son of Azaniah (Nehemiah 10:9). To these references should be added probably Nehemiah
12:24, where commentators read, "Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel" for "Jeshua the ...
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Binnui (7 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 10:9 The Levites: namely, Jeshua the son of Azaniah, Binnui of the sons
of Henadad, Kadmiel; (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Bunni (3 Occurrences)
... for the second "Bani" reads "Binnui"; but as, in Nehemiah 10:9 and Nehemiah 12:8,
Binnui's name comes, as here, between those of Jeshua and Kadmiel, we should ...
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Bani (15 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 9:4 Then stood up on the stairs of the Levites, Jeshua, and Bani, Kadmiel,
Shebaniah, Bunni, Sherebiah, Bani, and Chenani, and cried with a loud voice ...
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