Nehemiah 7:50
What does Nehemiah 7:50 mean?
A plain-English look at Nehemiah 7:50 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
What Nehemiah 7:50 means
The children of Reaiah, Rezin, and Nekoda are included among the Nethinim. The presence of Nekoda here may later connect with those of uncertain lineage (verse 62), reminding readers that names can appear in different contexts and need precise documentation. For now, this entry affirms that these families served the temple’s needs, their labor woven into the daily rhythms of worship. The record dignifies their contributions, ensuring they are known and provided for as part of the renewed nation’s spiritual life.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000the children of Reaiah, the children of Rezin, the children of Nekoda,
KJV
King James Version · 1611The children of Reaiah, the children of Rezin, the children of Nekoda,
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901the children of Reaiah, the children of Rezin, the children of Nekoda,
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949The children of Reaiah, the children of Rezin, the children of Nekoda,
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862sons of Reaiah, sons of Rezin, sons of Nekoda,
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752The children of Raaia, the children of Rasin, the children of Necoda,
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890the children of Reaiah, the children of Rezin, the children of Nekoda,
Context
Verse 50 remains within the Nethinim list (verses 46–56), contributing additional families to the register. The mention of names that will reappear in the context of uncertain pedigree foreshadows the importance of precise records. The list will proceed through verse 56 before transitioning to the children of Solomon’s servants (verses 57–60), another support class. After these, the chapter will address those unable to prove descent (verses 61–65), underlining the reason for such extensive documentation throughout.
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