Nehemiah 7:38
What does Nehemiah 7:38 mean?
A plain-English look at Nehemiah 7:38 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
What Nehemiah 7:38 means
The children of Senaah, three thousand nine hundred and thirty (3,930), are listed—a remarkably large group compared to many others. Such a sizable return suggests strong cohesion and resolve, bringing considerable manpower to rebuild and stabilize their area. Their presence would have immediate impact on agriculture, construction, and communal security. Recording their number affirms their significant role in the restoration and prevents disputes over their share in land and responsibilities. Large or small, every group is counted; here, a major contingent stands out as a pillar in the reconstituted community.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000The children of Senaah, three thousand nine hundred and thirty.
KJV
King James Version · 1611The children of Senaah, three thousand nine hundred and thirty.
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901The children of Senaah, three thousand nine hundred and thirty.
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949The children of Senaah, three thousand, nine hundred and thirty.
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862Sons of Senaah: three thousand nine hundred and thirty.
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752The children of Senaa, three thousand nine hundred thirty.
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890The children of Senaah, three thousand nine hundred and thirty.
Context
Verse 38 concludes the town-based listings that began in verse 26, ending with a notably large group. The geographic section has depicted a varied map of repopulation. Having established who lived where, the chapter is ready to describe who serves in sacred roles. Next (verses 39–45) come the priests, Levites, singers, and porters, followed by the temple servants (verses 46–60). This progression from land to liturgy emphasizes that God’s people are restored not only to their places but to their worship, with proper staffing and order.
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Ezra 2:35
The children of Senaah, three thousand and six hundred and thirty.
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