Nehemiah 7:51
What does Nehemiah 7:51 mean?
A plain-English look at Nehemiah 7:51 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
What Nehemiah 7:51 means
The children of Gazzam, Uzza, and Paseah are recorded among the Nethinim. These families embody the steadfast, practical service that undergirds temple life. Their naming ensures that their work is not invisible and that their claims to place and provision are secured. In a restored community, remembering servants by name is part of justice and gratitude. The list underscores that God’s house is maintained by many hands and that administrative care extends to those whose tasks may seem menial but are nonetheless holy and necessary.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000the children of Gazzam, the children of Uzza, the children of Paseah.
KJV
King James Version · 1611The children of Gazzam, the children of Uzza, the children of Phaseah,
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901the children of Gazzam, the children of Uzza, the children of Paseah.
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949The children of Gazzam, the children of Uzza, the children of Paseah,
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862sons of Gazzam, sons of Uzza, sons of Phaseah,
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752The children of Gezem, the children of Asa, the children of Phasea,
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890the children of Gazzam, the children of Uzza, the children of Phaseah,
Context
Continuing the Nethinim enumeration (verses 46–56), verse 51 adds three more families. The steady flow of names exhibits the breadth of the temple’s support network. As the list nears completion (verses 52–56), the chapter will soon include the children of Solomon’s servants (verses 57–60), integrating all levels of support personnel into the official record. This meticulous catalog anticipates the upcoming concern with those lacking proof of lineage (verses 61–65), emphasizing the need for verified identities.
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Ezra 2:49
the children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai,
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