Nehemiah 11:14
New International Version
and his associates, who were men of standing—128. Their chief officer was Zabdiel son of Haggedolim.

New Living Translation
and 128 of his outstanding associates. Their chief officer was Zabdiel son of Haggedolim.

English Standard Version
and their brothers, mighty men of valor, 128; their overseer was Zabdiel the son of Haggedolim.

Berean Standard Bible
and his associates—128 mighty men of valor. Zabdiel son of Haggedolim was their overseer.

King James Bible
And their brethren, mighty men of valour, an hundred twenty and eight: and their overseer was Zabdiel, the son of one of the great men.

New King James Version
and their brethren, mighty men of valor, were one hundred and twenty-eight. Their overseer was Zabdiel the son of one of the great men.

New American Standard Bible
and their brothers, valiant warriors, 128. And their overseer was Zabdiel, the son of Haggedolim.

NASB 1995
and their brothers, valiant warriors, 128. And their overseer was Zabdiel, the son of Haggedolim.

NASB 1977
and their brothers, valiant warriors, 128. And their overseer was Zabdiel, the son of Haggedolim.

Legacy Standard Bible
and their relatives, mighty men of valor, 128. And their overseer was Zabdiel, the son of Haggedolim.

Amplified Bible
and their brothers, brave men, 128. Their overseer was Zabdiel the son of Haggedolim [one of the great men].

Christian Standard Bible
and their relatives, capable men: 128. Zabdiel son of Haggedolim, was their chief.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
and their relatives, capable men: 128. Zabdiel son of Haggedolim, was their chief.

American Standard Version
and their brethren, mighty men of valor, a hundred twenty and eight; and their overseer was Zabdiel, the son of Haggedolim.

Contemporary English Version
Altogether, there were 128 brave warriors from their clans, and their leader was Zabdiel son of Haggedolim.

English Revised Version
and their brethren, mighty men of valour, an hundred twenty and eight: and their overseer was Zabdiel, the son of Haggedolim.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Their relatives, who were warriors, totaled 128. The man in charge of them was Zabdiel, son of Haggedolim.

Good News Translation
There were 128 members of this clan who were outstanding soldiers. Their leader was Zabdiel, a member of a leading family.

International Standard Version
along with their relatives, 128 mighty, valiant men, and their overseer Zabdiel son of Haggedolim.

Majority Standard Bible
and his associates—128 mighty men of valor. Zabdiel son of Haggedolim was their overseer.

NET Bible
and his colleagues who were exceptional men--128. The officer over them was Zabdiel the son of Haggedolim.

New Heart English Bible
and his brothers, mighty men of valor, one hundred twenty-eight; and their overseer was Zabdiel, the son of Haggedolim.

Webster's Bible Translation
And their brethren, mighty men of valor, a hundred twenty and eight: and their overseer was Zabdiel, the son of one of the great men.

World English Bible
and their brothers, mighty men of valor, one hundred twenty-eight; and their overseer was Zabdiel, the son of Haggedolim.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and their brothers, one hundred twenty-eight mighty men of valor; and an inspector over them [is] Zabdiel, son of [one of] the great men.

Young's Literal Translation
and their brethren, mighty of valour, a hundred twenty and eight; and an inspector over them is Zabdiel, son of one of the great men.

Smith's Literal Translation
And their brethren men of strength, a hundred twenty and eight: and he reviewing over them Zabdiel, son of the great ones:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And their brethren who were very mighty, a hundred twenty-eight: and their ruler Zabdiel son of the mighty.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and their brothers, who were very powerful: one hundred twenty-eight. And their foremost leader was Zabdiel, the son of the powerful.

New American Bible
and his kinsmen, warriors, one hundred and twenty-eight. Their commander was Zabdiel, son of Haggadol.

New Revised Standard Version
and their associates, valiant warriors, one hundred twenty-eight; their overseer was Zabdiel son of Haggedolim.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And their brethren, mighty men of valour, one hundred and twenty-eight; and their overseer was Zabdiel the son of one of the great men.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Their brethren, mighty men of power, a hundred and twenty and eight, and Zabdayel, a son of the Princes, was authorized over them.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and their brethren, mighty men of valour, a hundred twenty and eight; and their overseer was Zabdiel, the son of Haggedolim.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and his brethren, mighty men of war, a hundred and twenty-eight: and their overseer was Badiel son of one of the great men.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The New Settlers in Jerusalem
13and his associates, the leaders of families—242 men; Amashai son of Azarel, the son of Ahzai, the son of Meshillemoth, the son of Immer; 14and his associates— 128 mighty men of valor. Zabdiel son of Haggedolim was their overseer. 15From the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;…

Cross References
1 Chronicles 9:12
Adaiah son of Jeroham, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malchijah; Maasai son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Meshillemith, the son of Immer;

1 Chronicles 9:13
and 1,760 of their relatives, the heads of their families, able men for the work of the service of the house of God.

Nehemiah 11:6
The descendants of Perez who settled in Jerusalem totaled 468 men of valor.

Nehemiah 11:22
Now the overseer of the Levites in Jerusalem was Uzzi son of Bani, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Mica. He was one of Asaph’s descendants, who were the singers in charge of the service of the house of God.

Nehemiah 11:24
Pethahiah son of Meshezabel, a descendant of Zerah son of Judah, was the king’s agent in every matter concerning the people.

Nehemiah 11:19
And the gatekeepers: Akkub, Talmon, and their associates, who kept watch at the gates—172 men.

Nehemiah 11:20
The rest of the Israelites, with the priests and Levites, were in all the villages of Judah, each on his own inheritance.

Nehemiah 11:21
The temple servants lived on the hill of Ophel, with Ziha and Gishpa over them.

Nehemiah 11:23
For there was a command from the king concerning the singers, an ordinance regulating their daily activities.

Nehemiah 11:25
As for the villages with their fields, some of the people of Judah lived in Kiriath-arba, Dibon, Jekabzeel, and their villages;

Nehemiah 11:26
in Jeshua, Moladah, and Beth-pelet;

Nehemiah 11:27
in Hazar-shual; in Beersheba and its villages;

Nehemiah 11:28
in Ziklag; in Meconah and its villages;

Nehemiah 11:29
in En-rimmon, Zorah, Jarmuth,

Nehemiah 11:30
Zanoah, Adullam, and their villages; in Lachish and its fields; and in Azekah and its villages. So they settled from Beersheba all the way to the Valley of Hinnom.


Treasury of Scripture

And their brothers, mighty men of valor, an hundred twenty and eight: and their overseer was Zabdiel, the son of one of the great men.

of one of the great men.

Nehemiah 11:14
And their brethren, mighty men of valour, an hundred twenty and eight: and their overseer was Zabdiel, the son of one of the great men.

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1. The rulers, voluntary men, and the tenth man chosen by lot, dwell at Jerusalem.
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and his associates
This phrase refers to the companions or fellow workers of the individual mentioned in the previous verse. In the context of Nehemiah, these associates were likely part of the group of Israelites who returned from exile to help rebuild Jerusalem. The Hebrew word for "associates" can imply a close-knit group, emphasizing the unity and cooperation necessary for the monumental task of restoration. This highlights the importance of community and teamwork in achieving God's purposes.

mighty men of valor
The term "mighty men of valor" is a recurring phrase in the Old Testament, often used to describe warriors of great courage and strength. The Hebrew word "gibbor" denotes a hero or a champion, someone who is not only physically strong but also possesses moral and spiritual fortitude. These men were not just soldiers; they were leaders and protectors of their people, embodying the courage and faith required to defend and rebuild their nation. This phrase inspires believers to be courageous in their faith and to stand firm in the face of adversity.

128
The specific number, 128, indicates the precise count of these mighty men. In the biblical context, numbers often carry symbolic significance. While the number itself may not have a specific symbolic meaning here, its inclusion underscores the importance of each individual in God's plan. Every person counted was vital to the mission, reminding us that in God's kingdom, every individual matters and has a role to play.

Their overseer
The role of an overseer was crucial in maintaining order and ensuring the successful completion of tasks. The Hebrew word for overseer, "pakid," implies someone who is appointed to a position of authority and responsibility. This role required wisdom, leadership, and the ability to manage people effectively. In a spiritual sense, it reflects the need for godly leadership within the community of believers, guiding and directing them according to God's will.

Zabdiel
Zabdiel, whose name means "gift of God," was the overseer of these mighty men. His name itself is a testament to the belief that leaders are divinely appointed and equipped for their roles. Zabdiel's leadership would have been seen as a blessing to the community, a reminder that God provides the right people at the right time to fulfill His purposes.

son of Haggedolim
The phrase "son of Haggedolim" can be translated as "son of the great ones" or "son of the nobles." This indicates that Zabdiel came from a lineage of notable or influential individuals. It suggests a heritage of leadership and responsibility, emphasizing the importance of legacy and the impact of one's family and upbringing on their role in God's plan. This lineage serves as an encouragement to honor the spiritual heritage and to continue the work of those who have gone before us in faith.

(14) Of valour.--Able for the service of God's house: men of ability, therefore.

The son of one of the great men.--Rather, son of Haggedolim.

Verse 14. - Their brethren, mighty men of valour. Not "men of great courage," as Bp. Patrick explains, but "very able men for the work of the service of the house of God," as our translators render the parallel passage of Chronicles (1 Chronicles 9:13). Zabdiel, the son of one of the great men. Rather, as in the margin, "the son of Haggedolim."

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
and his associates—
וַאֲחֵיהֶם֙ (wa·’ă·ḥê·hem)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 251: A brother, )

128
מֵאָ֖ה (mê·’āh)
Number - feminine singular
Strong's 3967: A hundred

mighty warriors.
גִּבּ֣וֹרֵי (gib·bō·w·rê)
Adjective - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1368: Powerful, warrior, tyrant

Zabdiel
זַבְדִּיאֵ֖ל (zaḇ·dî·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2068: Zabdiel -- 'my gift is God', two Israelites

son of Haggedolim
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

was their overseer.
וּפָקִ֣יד (ū·p̄ā·qîḏ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6496: Commissioner, deputy, overseer


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