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Gashmu

Biblical figure who opposed Nehemiah, used as a symbol of slander and opposition.

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Also known as Gashmu the Gossip

First appearance: XV: Gashmu the Gossip

Gashmu shows up with force in XV: Gashmu the Gossip. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mentioned as a mere name in Scripture, a talebearer and slanderer who is the authority for a false piece of news against Nehemiah.
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