#JERIJAH WEST

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The divisions of the gatekeepers for the temple and other Levitical servants to the temple

These were the divisions of the gatekeepers:

From the Korahites: Meshelemiah son of Kore, one of the sons of Asaph.

Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, Elam the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, and Eliehoenai the seventh.

And Obed-edom also had sons: Shemaiah the firstborn, Jehozabad the second, Joah the third, Sachar the fourth, Nethanel the fifth, Ammiel the sixth, Issachar the seventh, and Peullethai the eighth. For God had blessed Obed-edom.

Also to his son Shemaiah were born sons who ruled over their families because they were strong, capable men. Shemaiah’s sons were Othni, Rephael, Obed, and Elzabad; his brothers were Elihu and Semachiah, also capable men. All these were descendants of Obed-edom; they and their sons and brothers were capable men with strength to do the work—62 in all from Obed-edom.

Meshelemiah also had sons and brothers who were capable men—18 in all.

Hosah the Merarite also had sons: Shimri the first (although he was not the firstborn, his father had appointed him as the first), Hilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, and Zechariah the fourth. The sons and brothers of Hosah numbered 13 in all.

These divisions of the gatekeepers, through their chief men, had duties for ministering in the house of the LORD, just as their brothers did. They cast lots for each gate, according to their families, young and old alike.

The lot for the East Gate fell to Shelemiah.

Then lots were cast for his son Zechariah, a wise counselor, and the lot for the North Gate fell to him.

The lot for the South Gate fell to Obed-edom, and the lot for the storehouses to his sons.

The lots for the West Gate and the Shallecheth Gate on the ascending highway fell to Shuppim and Hosah.

There were guards stationed at every watch. Each day there were six Levites on the east, four on the north, four on the south, and two pairs at the storehouse. As for the court on the west, there were four at the highway and two at the court.

These were the divisions of the gatekeepers who were descendants of Korah and Merari.

Now their fellow Levites were in charge of the treasuries of the house of God and the treasuries of the dedicated things. From the descendants of Ladan, who were Gershonites through Ladan and heads of the families of Ladan the Gershonite, were Jehieli, the sons of Jehieli, Zetham, and his brother Joel. They were in charge of the treasuries of the house of the LORD.

From the Amramites, the Izharites, the Hebronites, and the Uzzielites:

Shebuel, a descendant of Gershom son of Moses, was the officer in charge of the treasuries. His relatives through Eliezer included Rehabiah his son, Jeshaiah his son, Joram his son, Zichri his son, and Shelomith his son. This Shelomith and his brothers were in charge of all the treasuries for the things dedicated by King David, by the heads of families who were the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and by the army commanders. They had dedicated some of the plunder from their battles to the repair of the house of the LORD. Everything that had been dedicated by Samuel the seer, Saul son of Kish, Abner son of Ner, and Joab son of Zeruiah, along with everything else that was dedicated, was under the care of Shelomith and his brothers.

From the Izrahites, Chenaniah and his sons had the outside duties as officers and judges over Israel.

From the Hebronites, Hashabiah and his relatives, 1,700 capable men, had charge of the affairs of Israel west of the Jordan for all the work of the LORD and for the service of the king. As for the Hebronites, Jerijah was the chief of the Hebronites, according to the genealogies of his ancestors. In the fortieth year of David’s reign the records were searched, and strong, capable men were found among the Hebronites at Jazer in Gilead. Among Jerijah’s relatives there were 2,700 capable men who were heads of families. King David appointed them over the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh for every matter pertaining to God and to the affairs of the king. — 1 Chronicles 26 | The Reader’s Bible (BRB) The Reader’s Bible © 2020 by Bible Hub and Berean Bible. All rights Reserved. Cross References: Exodus 6:21; Exodus 6:24; Numbers 3:27; Joshua 13:25; 1 Samuel 9:9; 2 Samuel 5:4; 2 Samuel 6:10-11; 2 Samuel 8:11; 2 Kings 7:10; 2 Kings 18:18; 2 Kings 23:11; 1 Chronicles 7:26; 1 Chronicles 9:21-22; 1 Chronicles 13:14; 1 Chronicles 16:38; 1 Chronicles 23:4; 1 Chronicles 24:5; 1 Chronicles 24:31; 1 Chronicles 27:1; 1 Chronicles 27:17; 1 Chronicles 28:12; 2 Chronicles 19:11; 2 Chronicles 25:24; Nehemiah 12:25

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West& NYC Afro-Fete 3 day dance conference

I had the pleasure of teaching apart of the NYC Afro-Fete 3 day dance conference with 7 other amazing choreographers (9.30.17). We all work so hard at representing our culture so it was an honor. I've only actually met 5 of these wonderful artists prior to the conference. But I plan on building on these connections.  Major shout out to Kiara Ross (The Kross Movement) for being the woman who facilitated the event. Thank you to all the supporters that came out to make the event such a success! 

 Choreo   By Jerijah West / @WESTAMPERSAND 

Stargo Song:  Wawolo (Remix)

Artist: EL, Dex Kwasi and Stargo

-J.West

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Organization of the Officers Outside of the Temple

Organization of the Officers Outside of the Temple

1 Chronicles 26:29-32 29 Of the Izharites, Chenaniah and his sons performed duties as officials and judges over Israel outside Jerusalem. 30 Of the Hebronites, Hashabiah and his brethren, one thousand seven hundred able men, had the oversight of Israel on the west side of the Jordan for all the business of the Lord, and in the service of the king. 31 Among the Hebronites, Jerijah was head of the…

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1 Chronicles 26

Divisions of the Gatekeepers

[1] As for the divisions of the gatekeepers: of the Korahites, Meshelemiah the son of Kore, of the sons of Asaph. [2] And Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, [3] Elam the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, Eliehoenai the seventh. [4] And Obed-edom had sons: Shemaiah the firstborn, Jehozabad the second, Joah the third, Sachar the fourth, Nethanel the fifth, [5] Ammiel the sixth, Issachar the seventh, Peullethai the eighth, for God blessed him. [6] Also to his son Shemaiah were sons born who were rulers in their fathers’ houses, for they were men of great ability. [7] The sons of Shemaiah: Othni, Rephael, Obed and Elzabad, whose brothers were able men, Elihu and Semachiah. [8] All these were of the sons of Obed-edom with their sons and brothers, able men qualified for the service; sixty-two of Obed-edom. [9] And Meshelemiah had sons and brothers, able men, eighteen. [10] And Hosah, of the sons of Merari, had sons: Shimri the chief (for though he was not the firstborn, his father made him chief), [11] Hilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth: all the sons and brothers of Hosah were thirteen.

[12] These divisions of the gatekeepers, corresponding to their chief men, had duties, just as their brothers did, ministering in the house of the LORD. [13] And they cast lots by fathers’ houses, small and great alike, for their gates. [14] The lot for the east fell to Shelemiah. They cast lots also for his son Zechariah, a shrewd counselor, and his lot came out for the north. [15] Obed-edom’s came out for the south, and to his sons was allotted the gatehouse. [16] For Shuppim and Hosah it came out for the west, at the gate of Shallecheth on the road that goes up. Watch corresponded to watch. [17] On the east there were six each day, on the north four each day, on the south four each day, as well as two and two at the gatehouse. [18] And for the colonnade on the west there were four at the road and two at the colonnade. [19] These were the divisions of the gatekeepers among the Korahites and the sons of Merari.

Treasurers and Other Officials

[20] And of the Levites, Ahijah had charge of the treasuries of the house of God and the treasuries of the dedicated gifts. [21] The sons of Ladan, the sons of the Gershonites belonging to Ladan, the heads of the fathers’ houses belonging to Ladan the Gershonite: Jehieli.

[22] The sons of Jehieli, Zetham, and Joel his brother, were in charge of the treasuries of the house of the LORD. [23] Of the Amramites, the Izharites, the Hebronites, and the Uzzielites—[24] and Shebuel the son of Gershom, son of Moses, was chief officer in charge of the treasuries. [25] His brothers: from Eliezer were his son Rehabiah, and his son Jeshaiah, and his son Joram, and his son Zichri, and his son Shelomoth. [26] This Shelomoth and his brothers were in charge of all the treasuries of the dedicated gifts that David the king and the heads of the fathers’ houses and the officers of the thousands and the hundreds and the commanders of the army had dedicated. [27] From spoil won in battles they dedicated gifts for the maintenance of the house of the LORD. [28] Also all that Samuel the seer and Saul the son of Kish and Abner the son of Ner and Joab the son of Zeruiah had dedicated—all dedicated gifts were in the care of Shelomoth and his brothers.

[29] Of the Izharites, Chenaniah and his sons were appointed to external duties for Israel, as officers and judges. [30] Of the Hebronites, Hashabiah and his brothers, 1,700 men of ability, had the oversight of Israel westward of the Jordan for all the work of the LORD and for the service of the king. [31] Of the Hebronites, Jerijah was chief of the Hebronites of whatever genealogy or fathers’ houses. (In the fortieth year of David’s reign search was made and men of great ability among them were found at Jazer in Gilead.) [32] King David appointed him and his brothers, 2,700 men of ability, heads of fathers’ houses, to have the oversight of the Reubenites, the Gadites and the half-tribe of the Manassites for everything pertaining to God and for the affairs of the king.

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Cakes Da Killa - Goodie Goodies

a blessing Director x Editor: Ja'Tovia Gary featuring: Yinka Parris Jerijah West DP: Melanie Aronson Effects: zkong MUA: Risha Rox

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didn't even change outta my performance gear LMAO

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A lil sneak peek into our brainstorming rehearsal .

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What an amazing night ...celebrating my best friend's 25th!! <3

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PHOTO BY DEX R. JONES

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after seeing Erykah Badu in Brooklyn. - sir dex

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Goodies Goodies

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West & Niniola - Sicker improv by J.West

FREESTYLE: This new @officialniniola track Sicker is 🔥. I had to do a 1 take improv before teaching my students today. I want to thank everyone that has supported me and my channel.  I am forever grateful and I mean it from the heart, thank you all. 

Choreo: Jerijah West / @WESTAMPERSAND    

Artist: Niniola -Sicker                                                  

Westampersand does not own the rights to this music, it is being used solely for creative purposes and art. 

Sincerely,                                                                                                              

J.West

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West& Art Saves Lives 2017 Vlog 

This vlog chronicles my experience as a teaching artist for the Art Saves Lives foundation of St. Maarten. The  annual week long intensive program themed "Continental Drift" explored the history of Africa's relationship to St. Maarten how that relationship has affected it's past, present and how it may effect the future.

I taught and choreographed the African dance portions along with Shaun Kelly who did the musical direction and musical accompaniment.

Art truly does save lives and I could only hope that I impacted our students a fraction of how much they touched me. Keep up the great work, the best is yet to come!

A huge thank you to Tracy Ann of Miami Culture Maven for the additional clips and editing.

Choreo:Jerijah West (@westampersand Musical Dir: Shaun Kelly (@orinugo77) Original Music: Shaun Kelly (@orinugo77)

Booking inquiries westampersand@gmail.com

-J. West

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West& DanceAfrica 2017 |

I had the distinguished honor of performing at the 40 year Anniversary of DanceAfrica! I’ve studied, traveled and been in love with traditional vernacular for over 20 years. So being able to perform on that platform was a tremendous honor. Dr Baba Chuck founded this illustrious event (that occurs throughout the Country and beyond) in 1977. He recently transitioned to being an Ancestor. This only made this year even more significant. His impact on all us is immeasurable. And it’s out time now to do the work as cultural carriers.

The DanceAfrica 2017 theme was, “The Healing Light of Rhythm: Tradition and Beyond.” Celebrating the movement and rhythmic traditions of Guinea. We did 7 shows in 5 days (May 25-29, 2017). Performing,"The Healing Sevens," under the direction of Baba Abdel Salaam. Thank you to everyone that came and made it possible for 4 out of the 5 public shows to sell out. Featuring Asase Yaa, Illstyle & Peace Productions and Forces of Nature Dance Theatre. In honor of Dr. Baba Chuck Davis,#WeGotThis!

-J. West

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West& My Freshman Year of Life |

Letter to my younger self | "I'd tell my younger self, understand how important resilience will be in your journey. Stay committed and be YOU! You have a lot more power then you know! Trust the process, stay humble– give thanks. KEEP GOING! I am honored My Freshman Year of Life  selected me for the, On the Rise Spotlight. Please check it and this amazing website that is dedicated to capturing the early stages of the lives of young professionals lives. 

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-J. West

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West& Purpose |

This particular day (6.7.17),  I'll never forget. Doubt has been manifesting and the most high put a stop to that. All four of my 3rd grade classes smashed their showing. But the ultimate reward was speaking to their parents and the testimonials. One parent gave me a huge hug and informed me that her son suffered from over 20 seizures the previous year. They thought he wouldn't be here. But seeing how much he enjoyed my class and how well he remembered the choreography was something​ they never thought would be possible. I kept it together but when I got on the train I broke down. I received that and will NEVER forget it. When I tell you the Arts saves lives! I'm on my way and fulfilling my purpose.

-J.West