Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Next to him, the repairs were made by the Levites under Rehum son of Bani. Beside him, Hashabiah, ruler of half the district of Keilah, carried out repairs for his district. New Living Translation Next to him, repairs were made by a group of Levites working under the supervision of Rehum son of Bani. Then came Hashabiah, the leader of half the district of Keilah, who supervised the building of the wall on behalf of his own district. English Standard Version After him the Levites repaired: Rehum the son of Bani. Next to him Hashabiah, ruler of half the district of Keilah, repaired for his district. Berean Standard Bible Next to him, the Levites made repairs under Rehum son of Bani, and next to him, Hashabiah, ruler of a half-district of Keilah, made repairs for his district. Berean Literal Bible After him the Levites strengthened it under Rehum son of Bani. Next to his hand Hashabiah, leader of half of the district of Keilah, strengthened it for his district. King James Bible After him repaired the Levites, Rehum the son of Bani. Next unto him repaired Hashabiah, the ruler of the half part of Keilah, in his part. New King James Version After him the Levites, under Rehum the son of Bani, made repairs. Next to him Hashabiah, leader of half the district of Keilah, made repairs for his district. New American Standard Bible After him the Levites carried out repairs under Rehum the son of Bani. Next to him Hashabiah, the official of half the district of Keilah, carried out repairs for his district. NASB 1995 After him the Levites carried out repairs under Rehum the son of Bani. Next to him Hashabiah, the official of half the district of Keilah, carried out repairs for his district. NASB 1977 After him the Levites carried out repairs under Rehum the son of Bani. Next to him Hashabiah, the official of half the district of Keilah, carried out repairs for his district. Legacy Standard Bible After him the Levites made repairs under Rehum the son of Bani. Next to him Hashabiah, the official of half the district of Keilah, made repairs for his district. Amplified Bible After him the Levites carried out repairs under Rehum the son of Bani. Next to him Hashabiah, official of half the district of Keilah, carried out repairs for his district. Berean Annotated Bible Next to him, the Levites made repairs under Rehum (compassion) son of Bani (built), and next to him, Hashabiah (YHWH has considered), ruler of a half-district of Keilah (fortress), made repairs for his district. Christian Standard Bible Next to him the Levites made repairs under Rehum son of Bani. Beside him Hashabiah, ruler of half the district of Keilah, made repairs for his district. Holman Christian Standard Bible Next to him the Levites made repairs under Rehum son of Bani. Beside him Hashabiah, ruler over half the district of Keilah, made repairs for his district. American Standard Version After him repaired the Levites, Rehum the son of Bani. Next unto him repaired Hashabiah, the ruler of half the district of Keilah, for his district. Contemporary English Version The Levites who worked on the next sections of the wall were Rehum son of Bani; Hashabiah, who ruled half of the district of Keilah and did this work for his district; English Revised Version After him repaired the Levites, Rehum the son of Bani. Next unto him repaired Hashabiah, the ruler of half the district of Keilah, for his district. GOD'S WORD® Translation After him the Levites, including Rehum (Bani's son), made repairs. Next to him Hashabiah, the official in charge of half the district of Keilah, made repairs for his district. Good News Translation The following Levites rebuilt the next several sections of the wall: Rehum son of Bani built the next section; Hashabiah, ruler of half of the Keilah District, built the next section on behalf of his district; International Standard Version Next to him the descendants of Levi, led by Bani's son Rehum, carried on repairs. Next to him Hashabiah, ruling official for half of the Keilah district, did repairs for his district. NET Bible After him the Levites worked--Rehum son of Bani and after him Hashabiah, head of half the district of Keilah, for his district. New Heart English Bible After him, the Levites made repairs: Rehum the son of Bani, and next to him, Hashabiah, he ruler of half the district of Keilah, made repairs for his district. Webster's Bible Translation After him repaired the Levites Rehum the son of Bani. Next to him repaired Hashabiah the ruler of the half part of Keilah, in his part. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleNext to him, the Levites made repairs under Rehum son of Bani, and next to him, Hashabiah, ruler of a half-district of Keilah, made repairs for his district. World English Bible After him, the Levites—Rehum the son of Bani made repairs. Next to him, Hashabiah, the ruler of half the district of Keilah, made repairs for his district. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAfter him the Levites have strengthened, [and] Rehum son of Bani; by his hand Hashabiah, head of the half of the district of Keilah, has strengthened for his district. Berean Literal Bible After him the Levites strengthened it under Rehum son of Bani. Next to his hand Hashabiah, leader of half of the district of Keilah, strengthened it for his district. Young's Literal Translation After him have the Levites strengthened, and Rehum son of Bani: by his hand hath Hashabiah, head of the half of the district of Keilah, strengthened, for his district. Smith's Literal Translation After him held fast the Levites, Rehum, son of Bani. Upon his hand held fast Hashabiah chief of half the circuit of Keilah to his circuit. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAfter him built the Levites, Rehum the son of Benni. After him built Hasebias, lord of half the street of Ceila in his own street. Catholic Public Domain Version After him, the Levites, Rehum, the son of Bani, built. After him, Hashabiah, the leader of one half part of the street of Keilah, built, in his own neighborhood. New American Bible After him, these Levites carried out the work of repair: Rehum, son of Bani, and next to him, for his own district, was Hashabiah, administrator of half the district of Keilah. New Revised Standard Version After him the Levites made repairs: Rehum son of Bani; next to him Hashabiah, ruler of half the district of Keilah, made repairs for his district. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAfter him repaired the Levite, Rehum the son of Bani. Next to him repaired the ruler of Keilah, as far as Hashabiah. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917After him repaired the Levites, Rehum the son of Bani. Next unto him repaired Hashabiah, the ruler of half the district of Keilah, for his district. Brenton Septuagint Translation After him repaired the Levites, even Raum the son of Bani: next to him repaired Asabia, ruler of half the district round about Keila, in his district. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Builders of the Walls…16Beyond him, Nehemiah son of Azbuk, ruler of a half-district of Beth-zur, made repairs up to a point opposite the tombs of David, as far as the artificial pool and the House of the Mighty. 17Next to him, the Levites made repairs under Rehum son of Bani, and next to him, Hashabiah, ruler of a half-district of Keilah, made repairs for his district. 18Next to him, their countrymen made repairs under Binnui son of Henadad, ruler of the other half-district of Keilah.… Cross References Next to him, the Levites made repairs Ezra 3:8-9 In the second month of the second year after they had arrived at the house of God in Jerusalem, Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, Jeshua son of Jozadak, and the rest of their associates including the priests, the Levites, and all who had returned to Jerusalem from the captivity, began the work. They appointed Levites twenty years of age or older to supervise the construction of the house of the LORD. / So Jeshua and his sons and brothers, Kadmiel and his sons (descendants of Yehudah), and the sons of Henadad and their sons and brothers—all Levites—joined together to supervise those working on the house of God. 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. 1 Chronicles 23:28-32 but their duty was to assist the descendants of Aaron with the service of the house of the LORD, being responsible for the courts and chambers, the purification of all the holy things, and the work of the service of the house of God, / as well as for the rows of the showbread, the fine flour for the grain offering, the wafers of unleavened bread, the baking, the mixing, and all measurements of quantity and size. / They were also to stand every morning to give thanks and praise to the LORD, and likewise in the evening. … under Rehum son of Bani, Ezra 4:8 Rehum the commander and Shimshai the scribe wrote the letter against Jerusalem to King Artaxerxes as follows: Ezra 4:23 When the text of the letter from King Artaxerxes was read to Rehum, Shimshai the scribe, and their associates, they went immediately to the Jews in Jerusalem and forcibly stopped them. Ezra 10:29 From the descendants of Bani: Meshullam, Malluch, Adaiah, Jashub, Sheal, and Jeremoth. and next to him, Hashabiah, 1 Chronicles 27:17 over Levi was Hashabiah son of Kemuel; over Aaron was Zadok; Ezra 8:19 also Hashabiah, together with Jeshaiah, from the descendants of Merari, and his brothers and their sons, 20 men. 1 Chronicles 26:30-32 From the Hebronites, Hashabiah and his relatives, 1,700 capable men, had charge of the affairs of Israel west of the Jordan for all the work of the LORD and for the service of the king. / As for the Hebronites, Jerijah was the chief of the Hebronites, according to the genealogies of his ancestors. In the fortieth year of David’s reign the records were searched, and strong, capable men were found among the Hebronites at Jazer in Gilead. / Among Jerijah’s relatives there were 2,700 capable men who were heads of families. King David appointed them over the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh for every matter pertaining to God and for the affairs of the king. ruler of a half-district of Keilah, 1 Samuel 23:1-13 Now it was reported to David, “Look, the Philistines are fighting against Keilah and looting the threshing floors.” / So David inquired of the LORD, “Should I go and attack these Philistines?” And the LORD said to David, “Go and attack the Philistines and save Keilah.” / But David’s men said to him, “Look, we are afraid here in Judah; how much more if we go to Keilah against the armies of the Philistines?” … Joshua 15:44 Keilah, Achzib, and Mareshah—nine cities, along with their villages. 1 Kings 4:7-19 Solomon had twelve governors over all Israel to provide food for the king and his household. Each one would arrange provisions for one month of the year, / and these were their names: Ben-hur in the hill country of Ephraim; / Ben-deker in Makaz, in Shaalbim, in Beth-shemesh, and in Elon-beth-hanan; … made repairs for his district. 2 Kings 12:5-12 Let every priest receive it from his constituency, and let it be used to repair any damage found in the temple.” / By the twenty-third year of the reign of Joash, however, the priests had not yet repaired the damage to the temple. / So King Joash called Jehoiada and the other priests and said, “Why have you not repaired the damage to the temple? Now, therefore, take no more money from your constituency, but hand it over for the repair of the temple.” … 2 Kings 22:5-7 And let them deliver it into the hands of the supervisors of those doing the work on the house of the LORD, who in turn are to give it to the workmen repairing the damages to the house of the LORD— / to the carpenters, builders, and masons—to buy timber and dressed stone to repair the temple. / But they need not account for the money put into their hands, since they work with integrity.” 2 Chronicles 34:8-13 Now in the eighteenth year of his reign, in order to cleanse the land and the temple, Josiah sent Shaphan son of Azaliah, Maaseiah the governor of the city, and Joah son of Joahaz, the recorder, to repair the house of the LORD his God. / So they went to Hilkiah the high priest and gave him the money that had been brought into the house of God, which the Levites who guarded the doors had collected from the people of Manasseh and Ephraim, from all the remnant of Israel, from all Judah and Benjamin, and from the people of Jerusalem. / They put it into the hands of those supervising the work in the house of the LORD, who in turn gave it to the workmen restoring and repairing the house of the LORD. … Nehemiah 4:6 So we rebuilt the wall until all of it was joined together up to half its height, for the people had a mind to work. Treasury of Scripture After him repaired the Levites, Rehum the son of Bani. Next to him repaired Hashabiah, the ruler of the half part of Keilah, in his part. the ruler Nehemiah 3:16 After him repaired Nehemiah the son of Azbuk, the ruler of the half part of Bethzur, unto the place over against the sepulchres of David, and to the pool that was made, and unto the house of the mighty. 1 Chronicles 23:4 Of which, twenty and four thousand were to set forward the work of the house of the LORD; and six thousand were officers and judges: Keilah Joshua 15:44 And Keilah, and Achzib, and Mareshah; nine cities with their villages: 1 Samuel 23:1,2 Then they told David, saying, Behold, the Philistines fight against Keilah, and they rob the threshingfloors… Jump to Previous Bani Carried District Division Half Hand Hashabiah Hashabi'ah Head Keilah Kei'lah Levites Official Part Rehum Repaired Repairs Ruler Side WorkingJump to Next Bani Carried District Division Half Hand Hashabiah Hashabi'ah Head Keilah Kei'lah Levites Official Part Rehum Repaired Repairs Ruler Side WorkingNehemiah 3 1. The names and order of those who built the wallNext to him, the Levites made repairs The Levites were members of the tribe of Levi, set apart for religious duties and service in the temple. Their involvement in the physical labor of rebuilding the wall highlights the communal effort and spiritual significance of the task. This reflects the principle that all members of the community, regardless of their usual roles, are called to participate in God's work. The Levites' participation underscores the unity and dedication required to accomplish God's purposes. under Rehum son of Bani and next to him, Hashabiah ruler of a half-district of Keilah made repairs for his district Persons / Places / Events 1. Rehum son of BaniA Levite involved in the rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall. The Levites were a tribe set apart for religious duties, emphasizing the spiritual significance of the work. 2. Hashabiah A leader responsible for part of the reconstruction. His role as a ruler of half the district of Keilah highlights the cooperation between religious and civic leaders. 3. Levites Members of the tribe of Levi, traditionally responsible for temple duties. Their involvement in the wall's repair signifies the spiritual dedication to the task. 4. Keilah A district in Judah. The mention of its ruler participating in the repairs underscores the communal effort in rebuilding Jerusalem. 5. The Wall of Jerusalem The central focus of Nehemiah's mission, representing both physical protection and spiritual renewal for the people of Israel. Teaching Points Unity in PurposeThe rebuilding of the wall required cooperation among diverse groups. In the church, unity in purpose strengthens our mission and witness. Spiritual and Civic Responsibility The involvement of both Levites and civic leaders like Hashabiah shows the importance of integrating faith with everyday responsibilities. Commitment to God's Work The dedication of the workers, including those with religious duties, emphasizes the importance of committing to God's work in all areas of life. Leadership and Service Leaders like Hashabiah demonstrate that true leadership involves active participation and service, not just oversight. Community Involvement The collective effort in rebuilding the wall serves as a model for community involvement in church and local projects. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Nehemiah 3:17?2. How does Nehemiah 3:17 demonstrate teamwork in rebuilding Jerusalem's walls? 3. What role does "Rehum son of Bani" play in Nehemiah 3:17? 4. How can we apply Nehemiah's leadership principles to modern church projects? 5. What scriptural connections exist between Nehemiah 3:17 and 1 Corinthians 12:12-27? 6. How does Nehemiah 3:17 inspire us to serve in our local community? 7. What role did the Levites play in Nehemiah 3:17's rebuilding efforts? 8. How does Nehemiah 3:17 reflect the importance of community in biblical times? 9. What does Nehemiah 3:17 reveal about leadership and delegation in the Bible? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Nehemiah 3? 11. What does 'God is Great' mean? 12. What is the significance of Keilah in the Bible? 13. How do we reconcile Nehemiah 3:8, which mentions goldsmiths and perfumers constructing the wall, with the specialized skills required for such large-scale building? 14. In Nehemiah 12:1-7, are there any historical or archaeological records confirming the specific priests and Levites named here? What Does Nehemiah 3:17 Mean Next to him, the Levites made repairsThe very first phrase highlights that the Levites, normally known for leading worship and caring for temple duties (1 Chronicles 23:28; Nehemiah 12:44), grabbed tools and stepped into construction work. • Their participation shows that spiritual leaders are never exempt from practical service (2 Chronicles 29:11). • The phrase “Next to him” repeats through the chapter (Nehemiah 3:2, 4, 7), underscoring unity; every group filled the gap beside a neighbor, leaving no breach in the wall (Ephesians 4:16). under Rehum son of Bani Rehum provides oversight, giving structure to the Levites’ energy. Authority and accountability keep the work orderly (Nehemiah 9:4; Hebrews 13:17). • Scripture’s literal record of names roots the story in history and reminds us that God values specific people and deeds (Malachi 3:16). • Rehum’s family line had returned from exile (Ezra 2:2), so his leadership continues a legacy of faithfulness. and next to him, Hashabiah Hashabiah’s name surfaces often in lists of trustworthy servants (Nehemiah 10:11; 12:24). His presence here shows consistent character: what God sees in worship He also expects in work (Colossians 3:23). • The text’s rhythm—“next to him”—again stresses teamwork; no lone heroes, only linked servants (Romans 12:4-5). ruler of a half-district of Keilah Keilah once appeared in David’s life as a vulnerable city (1 Samuel 23:1-5). Now its leader invests in Jerusalem’s security. • Civic authority aligns with spiritual mission; government leaders join priests and artisans (Nehemiah 3:9, 12). • “Half-district” suggests shared jurisdiction, reminding us that leadership is most effective when distributed (Exodus 18:21). made repairs for his district Hashabiah tackles the section that directly affects his own people—a model of local stewardship: • Other residents did the same (Nehemiah 3:10, 23), proving that caring for one’s immediate sphere advances the wider cause. • Personal ownership guards against negligence (Nehemiah 4:14) and releases gratitude when the wall is finished (Psalm 48:12-14). summary Nehemiah 3:17 captures ordinary servants, spiritual leaders, and civic officials standing shoulder to shoulder. Levites wield hammers, named overseers give direction, and regional rulers repair the part of the wall that touches their daily lives. God records each assignment to show that when everyone shoulders a neighboring section, the whole city becomes secure. (17) The Levites.--The circuit is coming round to the Temple.Rehum the son of Bani.--The Levites were under him as a body. In his part.--The other part of the Keilah district (now Kila) is in the next verse. Verse 17. - The ruler of the half part of Keilah. Rather, "ruler of one-half of the region of K." The district within which Keilah stood was divided into two parts, one of which was under Hashabiah and the other under Bavai (ver. 18). Both took part in the work of restoration, and the two working-parties were assigned adjacent portions of the wall In his part; Rather, "for his part" - pro tractu suo, as Rambach renders.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Next to him,אַחֲרָ֛יו (’a·ḥă·rāw) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 310: The hind or following part the Levites הַלְוִיִּ֖ם (hal·wî·yim) Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural Strong's 3881: Levites -- descendant of Levi made repairs הֶחֱזִ֥יקוּ (he·ḥĕ·zî·qū) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 2388: To fasten upon, to seize, be strong, obstinate, to bind, restrain, conquer under Rehum רְח֣וּם (rə·ḥūm) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7348: Rehum -- 'compassion', the name of several Israelites son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Bani, בָּנִ֑י (bā·nî) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1137: Bani -- the name of several Israelites and next עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against to him, יָד֣וֹ (yā·ḏōw) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 3027: A hand Hashabiah, חֲשַׁבְיָ֛ה (ḥă·šaḇ·yāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2811: Hashabiah -- 'Yah has taken account', the name of a number of Israelites ruler שַׂר־ (śar-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince of a half-district חֲצִי־ (ḥă·ṣî-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2677: The half, middle of Keilah, קְעִילָ֖ה (qə·‘î·lāh) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 7084: Keilah -- a city in Judah made repairs הֶחֱזִ֗יק (he·ḥĕ·zîq) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 2388: To fasten upon, to seize, be strong, obstinate, to bind, restrain, conquer for his district. לְפִלְכּֽוֹ׃ (lə·p̄il·kōw) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 6418: A circuit, a spindle, a crutch Links Nehemiah 3:17 NIVNehemiah 3:17 NLT Nehemiah 3:17 ESV Nehemiah 3:17 NASB Nehemiah 3:17 KJV Nehemiah 3:17 BibleApps.com Nehemiah 3:17 Biblia Paralela Nehemiah 3:17 Chinese Bible Nehemiah 3:17 French Bible Nehemiah 3:17 Catholic Bible OT History: Nehemiah 3:17 After him repaired the Levites Rehum (Neh Ne) |
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