But the Nethinims dwelt in Ophel: and Ziha and Gispa were over the Nethinims.
Read it in contextResidents Outside Jerusalem
Start reading at Nehemiah 11:20 (Nehemiah 11:20 to Nehemiah 11:36).
An editorial reading unit, not a claim that the surrounding context stops here. Book background below applies to the shared passage; individual verses may need more specific explanation.
This unit closes the chapter’s selected reading divisions. Lists, dedication, and later reforms show that rebuilding the wall did not remove the need for continuing faithfulness.
11:20And the residue of Israel, of the priests, and the Levites, were in all the cities of Judah, every one in his inheritance.
11:21But the Nethinims dwelt in Ophel: and Ziha and Gispa were over the Nethinims.
11:22The overseer also of the Levites at Jerusalem was Uzzi the son of Bani, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Micha. Of the sons of Asaph, the singers were over the business of the house of God.
11:23For it was the king's commandment concerning them, that a certain portion should be for the singers, due for every day.
11:24And Pethahiah the son of Meshezabeel, of the children of Zerah the son of Judah, was at the king's hand in all matters concerning the people.
11:25And for the villages, with their fields, some of the children of Judah dwelt at Kirjatharba, and in the villages thereof, and at Dibon, and in the villages thereof, and at Jekabzeel, and in the villages thereof,
11:26And at Jeshua, and at Moladah, and at Bethphelet,
11:27And at Hazarshual, and at Beersheba, and in the villages thereof,
11:28And at Ziklag, and at Mekonah, and in the villages thereof,
11:29And at Enrimmon, and at Zareah, and at Jarmuth,
11:30Zanoah, Adullam, and in their villages, at Lachish, and the fields thereof, at Azekah, and in the villages thereof. And they dwelt from Beersheba unto the valley of Hinnom.
11:31The children also of Benjamin from Geba dwelt at Michmash, and Aija, and Bethel, and in their villages,
11:32And at Anathoth, Nob, Ananiah,
11:33Hazor, Ramah, Gittaim,
11:34Hadid, Zeboim, Neballat,
11:35Lod, and Ono, the valley of craftsmen.
11:36And of the Levites were divisions in Judah, and in Benjamin.
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Who
Who wrote the book? Nehemiah son of Hachaliah is the named memoir writer. His account was preserved within the larger Ezra–Nehemiah historical collection, which includes additional material. Biblical references: Nehemiah 1:1; Nehemiah 2:1. stated in the text
Who was present or being addressed in this passage? In the surrounding chapter context (Nehemiah 11:1–12:47): Jerusalem's residents, other settlements, priests, Levites, and worship leaders are listed, and the community participates in the wall dedication. stated in the text
Who was the book written to? The restored Jewish community centered on Jerusalem and later readers concerned with its rebuilding, covenant obligations, and worship. Biblical references: Nehemiah 2:17; Nehemiah 8:1; Nehemiah 10:29. book background
What
What is the topic of this reading unit? Residents Outside Jerusalem. Read Nehemiah 11:20 through Nehemiah 11:36 as a connected unit. interpretation
How does it contribute to the book? This unit closes the chapter’s selected reading divisions. Lists, dedication, and later reforms show that rebuilding the wall did not remove the need for continuing faithfulness. interpretation
When
When are the events or message set? The narrative dates Nehemiah's commission by Artaxerxes' reign and later describes his return to the king and subsequent visit to Jerusalem. book background
Where
What is the book’s geographic setting? It opens in Shushan and moves to Jerusalem and the surrounding communities, focusing on the wall and the life of the restored people. book background
Where does the context start?
This passage sits in Residents Outside Jerusalem (Nehemiah 11:20 to Nehemiah 11:36).
Start reading at Nehemiah 11:20. An editorial reading unit, not a claim that the surrounding context stops here. Book background below applies to the shared passage; individual verses may need more specific explanation.
How
How does this book connect with Jesus Christ? The New Testament also joins hearing God's word with doing it and building up a community. This is a canonical comparison, not a claim that Nehemiah's wall directly symbolizes a particular Christian institution. See Nehemiah 8:8, Luke 11:28, Ephesians 4:16. interpretation
How should this book guide our response? Combine prayer with responsible action, truthful leadership, and care for people harmed by injustice. Building a project does not remove the continuing need for reform and faithfulness. interpretation
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Macro-Structure
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Macro-Structure of Nehemiah 11
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Nehemiah combines first-person accounts, lists, and public covenant events concerning Jerusalem after exile. Distinguish Nehemiah's reported actions from commands addressed to every later community. Local headings and stanza divisions are editorial reading aids adapted from public-domain BSB headings; verse boundaries and Scripture links use the KJV. Connections describe the surrounding book movement.
Connection to the wholeThis opening unit introduces the chapter’s movement. Lists, dedication, and later reforms show that rebuilding the wall did not remove the need for continuing faithfulness.
Connection to the wholeThis unit closes the chapter’s selected reading divisions. Lists, dedication, and later reforms show that rebuilding the wall did not remove the need for continuing faithfulness.
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Suggested literary divisions. Headings summarize the passage; they are not part of the biblical text.
Macro-Structure of Nehemiah
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Nehemiah combines first-person accounts, lists, and public covenant events concerning Jerusalem after exile. Distinguish Nehemiah's reported actions from commands addressed to every later community.