Nehemiah 7:49
What does Nehemiah 7:49 mean?
A plain-English look at Nehemiah 7:49 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
What Nehemiah 7:49 means
The list proceeds with the children of Hanan, Giddel, and Gahar among the Nethinim. Their mention signifies that the restoration honored those willing to serve in supportive, often unnoticed tasks. The preservation of their names in Scripture underlines that God values faithful service in every capacity. Official registration also protects their families’ rights and obligations, avoiding future disputes. The cumulative effect is to show a temple fully staffed not only in leadership but in the practical work essential for daily worship and festivals.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000the children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar,
KJV
King James Version · 1611The children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar,
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901the children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar,
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949The children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar,
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862sons of Hanan, sons of Giddel, sons of Gahar,
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752The children of Hanan, the children of Geddel, the children of Gaher,
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890the children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar,
Context
Verse 49 continues the Nethinim enumeration (verses 46–56), methodically adding more families. This pattern will persist for several verses, reflecting the sizable number of support personnel needed. The following verses (50–56) will complete the Nethinim list, after which the children of Solomon’s servants are named (verses 57–60). The structured listing sets up a contrast with those who lack documented lineage (verses 61–65), highlighting the premium placed on verifiable identity for proper function within the restored community.
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