Nehemiah 7:54
What does Nehemiah 7:54 mean?
A plain-English look at Nehemiah 7:54 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
What Nehemiah 7:54 means
The children of Bazlith, Mehida, and Harsha are counted among the Nethinim. Their registration acknowledges that temple service requires organization at every level. The leaders’ attention to these families indicates a commitment to fairness and proper provision. Having their names in the book means they will be remembered and supported, and their children will know their place within the community. This care prevents disorder and ensures that the labor of worship is shared widely and honorably among those called to it.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000the children of Bazlith, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,
KJV
King James Version · 1611The children of Bazlith, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901the children of Bazlith, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949The children of Bazlith, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862sons of Bazlith, sons of Mehida, sons of Harsha,
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752The children of Besloth, the children of Mahida, the children of Harsa,
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890the children of Bazlith, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,
Context
Verse 54 continues the Nethinim enumeration (verses 46–56), adding three further groups. The steady accumulation of names serves the chapter’s administrative purpose and pastoral concern—everyone who serves is recognized. The sequence will complete the Nethinim list in verses 55–56 and then note the children of Solomon’s servants (verses 57–60). This will set the stage for the crucial matter of those who cannot show their lineage (verses 61–65), where the integrity of the whole record will be tested.
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Ezra 2:52
the children of Bazluth, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,
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