Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The total given by the rest of the people was 20,000 darics of gold, 2,000 minas of silver and 67 garments for priests. New Living Translation The rest of the people gave 20,000 gold coins, about 2,500 pounds of silver, and 67 robes for the priests. English Standard Version And what the rest of the people gave was 20,000 darics of gold, 2,000 minas of silver, and 67 priests’ garments. Berean Standard Bible The rest of the people gave a total of 20,000 darics of gold, 2,000 minas of silver, and 67 priestly garments. Berean Literal Bible That which the rest of the people gave was two myriads of gold darics, and two thousand minas of silver, and sixty-seven priestly garments. King James Bible And that which the rest of the people gave was twenty thousand drams of gold, and two thousand pound of silver, and threescore and seven priests' garments. New King James Version And that which the rest of the people gave was twenty thousand gold drachmas, two thousand silver minas, and sixty-seven priestly garments. New American Standard Bible What the rest of the people gave was twenty thousand gold drachmas, two thousand silver minas, and sixty-seven priests’ garments. NASB 1995 That which the rest of the people gave was 20,000 gold drachmas and 2,000 silver minas and 67 priests’ garments. NASB 1977 And that which the rest of the people gave was 20,000 gold drachmas and 2,000 silver minas, and 67 priests’ garments. Legacy Standard Bible That which the rest of the people gave was 20,000 gold drachmas and 2,000 silver minas and 67 priests’ tunics. Amplified Bible And what the rest of the people gave was 20,000 gold drachmas, 2,000 silver minas, and 67 priests’ garments. Berean Annotated Bible The rest of the people gave a total of 20,000 darics of gold, 2,000 minas of silver <1.26 t / 1.14 mt>, and 67 priestly garments. Christian Standard Bible The rest of the people gave 20,000 gold coins, 2,000 silver minas, and 67 priestly garments. Holman Christian Standard Bible The rest of the people gave 20,000 gold coins, 2,000 silver minas, and 67 priestly garments. American Standard Version And that which the rest of the people gave was twenty thousand darics of gold, and two thousand pounds of silver, and threescore and seven priests' garments. English Revised Version And that which the rest of the people gave was twenty thousand darics of gold, and two thousand pounds of silver, and threescore and seven priests' garments. GOD'S WORD® Translation The rest of the people contributed 337 pounds of gold, 2,923 pounds of silver, and 67 robes for the priests. International Standard Version The rest of the people gave 20,000 gold drachmas, 2,000 silver units , and 67 priestly garments. NET Bible What the rest of the people gave amounted to 20,000 gold drachmas, 2,000 silver minas, and 67 priestly garments. New Heart English Bible That which the rest of the people gave was twenty thousand darics of gold, and two thousand minas of silver, and sixty-seven priests' garments. Webster's Bible Translation And that which the rest of the people gave was twenty thousand drams of gold, and two thousand pounds of silver, and sixty seven priests' garments. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe rest of the people gave a total of 20,000 darics of gold, 2,000 minas of silver, and 67 priestly garments. World English Bible That which the rest of the people gave was twenty thousand darics of gold, plus two thousand minas of silver, and sixty-seven priests’ garments. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd that which the rest of the people have given [is] twenty thousand drams of gold, and two thousand pounds of silver, and sixty-seven priests’ coats. Berean Literal Bible That which the rest of the people gave was two myriads of gold darics, and two thousand minas of silver, and sixty-seven priestly garments. Young's Literal Translation And that which the rest of the people have given is of gold, drams two myriads, and of silver, pounds two thousand, and of priests coats, sixty and seven. Smith's Literal Translation And what the rest of the people gave was gold, two myriads of drachmas, and silver, two thousand portions, and priests' tunics, sixty and seven. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd that which the rest of the people gave, was twenty thousand drama of gold, and two thousand pounds of silver, and sixty-seven garments for priests. Catholic Public Domain Version And what the remainder of the people gave was twenty thousand drachmas of gold, and two thousand minas of silver, and sixty-seven priestly garments. New American Bible The contributions of the rest of the people amounted to twenty thousand drachmas of gold, two thousand minas of silver, and sixty-seven vestments for priests. New Revised Standard Version And what the rest of the people gave was twenty thousand darics of gold, two thousand minas of silver, and sixty-seven priestly robes. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd that which the rest of the people gave was twenty thousand drams of gold and two thousand pounds of silver and sixty-seven priests' garments. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the rest of the people gave twenty thousand gold darics, and two thousand silver minas, and sixtyseven garments to the Priests. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And that which the rest of the people gave was twenty thousand darics of gold, and two thousand pounds of silver, and threescore and seven priests' tunics. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the rest of the people gave twenty thousand pieces of gold, and two thousand two hundred pounds of silver, and sixty-seven priests' garments. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Offerings by the Exiles…71And some of the heads of the families gave to the treasury for the project 20,000 darics of gold and 2,200 minas of silver. 72 The rest of the people gave a total of 20,000 darics of gold, 2,000 minas of silver, and 67 priestly garments. 73So the priests, Levites, gatekeepers, singers, and temple servants, along with some of the people and the rest of the Israelites, settled in their own towns. And by the seventh month the Israelites had settled in their towns.… Cross References The rest of the people gave a total of 20,000 darics of gold, Ezra 2:69 According to their ability, they gave to the treasury for this work 61,000 darics of gold, 5,000 minas of silver, and 100 priestly garments. 1 Chronicles 29:3-5 Moreover, because of my delight in the house of my God, I now give for it my personal treasures of gold and silver, over and above all that I have provided for this holy temple: / three thousand talents of gold (the gold of Ophir) and seven thousand talents of refined silver, to overlay the walls of the buildings, / for the gold work and the silver work, and for all the work to be done by the craftsmen. Now who is willing to consecrate himself to the LORD today?” 2,000 minas of silver, Exodus 38:25-29 The silver from those numbered among the congregation totaled 100 talents and 1,775 shekels, according to the sanctuary shekel— / a beka per person, that is, half a shekel, according to the sanctuary shekel, from everyone twenty years of age or older who had crossed over to be numbered, a total of 603,550 men. / The hundred talents of silver were used to cast the bases of the sanctuary and the bases of the veil—100 bases from the 100 talents, one talent per base. … 2 Chronicles 24:8-14 At the king’s command a chest was made and placed outside, at the gate of the house of the LORD. / And a proclamation was issued in Judah and Jerusalem that they were to bring to the LORD the tax imposed by Moses the servant of God on Israel in the wilderness. / All the officers and all the people rejoiced and brought their contributions, and they dropped them in the chest until it was full. … and 67 priestly garments. Exodus 28:2-4 Make holy garments for your brother Aaron, to give him glory and splendor. / You are to instruct all the skilled craftsmen, whom I have filled with a spirit of wisdom, to make garments for Aaron’s consecration, so that he may serve Me as priest. / These are the garments that they shall make: a breastpiece, an ephod, a robe, a woven tunic, a turban, and a sash. They are to make these holy garments for your brother Aaron and his sons, so that they may serve Me as priests. Exodus 39:1-7 From the blue, purple, and scarlet yarn they made specially woven garments for ministry in the sanctuary, as well as the holy garments for Aaron, just as the LORD had commanded Moses. / Bezalel made the ephod of finely spun linen embroidered with gold, and with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn. / They hammered out thin sheets of gold and cut threads from them to interweave with the blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and fine linen—the work of a skilled craftsman. … Nehemiah 2:18 I also told them about the gracious hand of my God upon me, and what the king had said to me. “Let us start rebuilding,” they replied, and they set their hands to this good work. Nehemiah 5:14-19 Furthermore, from the day King Artaxerxes appointed me to be their governor in the land of Judah, from his twentieth year until his thirty-second year (twelve years total), neither I nor my brothers ate the food allotted to the governor. / The governors before me had heavily burdened the people, taking from them bread and wine plus forty shekels of silver. Their servants also oppressed the people. But I did not do this, because of my fear of God. / Instead, I devoted myself to the construction of the wall, and all my servants were gathered there for the work; we did not acquire any land. … Nehemiah 10:32-39 We also place ourselves under the obligation to contribute a third of a shekel yearly for the service of the house of our God: / for the showbread, for the regular grain offerings and burnt offerings, for the Sabbath offerings, for the New Moons and appointed feasts, for the holy offerings, for the sin offerings to make atonement for Israel, and for all the duties of the house of our God. / We have cast lots among the priests, Levites, and people for the donation of wood by our families at the appointed times each year. They are to bring it to the house of our God to burn on the altar of the LORD our God, as it is written in the Law. … 1 Chronicles 29:6-9 Then the leaders of the families, the officers of the tribes of Israel, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officials in charge of the king’s work gave willingly. / Toward the service of God’s house they gave 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, 10,000 talents of silver, 18,000 talents of bronze, and 100,000 talents of iron. / Whoever had precious stones gave them to the treasury of the house of the LORD, under the care of Jehiel the Gershonite. … Exodus 35:21-29 And everyone whose heart stirred him and whose spirit prompted him came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the Tent of Meeting, for all its services, and for the holy garments. / So all who had willing hearts, both men and women, came and brought brooches and earrings, rings and necklaces, and all kinds of gold jewelry. And they all presented their gold as a wave offering to the LORD. / Everyone who had blue, purple, or scarlet yarn, or fine linen, goat hair, ram skins dyed red, or articles of fine leather, brought them. … 2 Corinthians 9:7 Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver. Acts 4:34-37 There were no needy ones among them, because those who owned lands or houses would sell their property, bring the proceeds from the sales, / and lay them at the apostles’ feet for distribution to anyone as he had need. / Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (meaning Son of Encouragement), … 1 Corinthians 16:1-2 Now about the collection for the saints, you are to do as I directed the churches of Galatia: / On the first day of every week, each of you should set aside a portion of his income, saving it up, so that when I come no collections will be needed. Romans 12:8 if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is giving, let him give generously; if it is leading, let him lead with diligence; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully. Philippians 4:15-18 And as you Philippians know, in the early days of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church but you partnered with me in the matter of giving and receiving. / For even while I was in Thessalonica, you provided for my needs again and again. / Not that I am seeking a gift, but I am looking for the fruit that may be credited to your account. … Treasury of Scripture And that which the rest of the people gave was twenty thousand drams of gold, and two thousand pound of silver, and three score and seven priests' garments. Jump to Previous Coats Darics Drachmas Drams Garments Gold Minas Myriads Pound Pounds Priests Rest Robes Seven Silver Sixty Sixty-Seven Thousand Threescore Total Tunics TwentyJump to Next Coats Darics Drachmas Drams Garments Gold Minas Myriads Pound Pounds Priests Rest Robes Seven Silver Sixty Sixty-Seven Thousand Threescore Total Tunics TwentyNehemiah 7 1. Nehemiah commits the charge of Jerusalem to Hanani and Hananiah5. A register of the genealogy of them which came at the first out of Babylon 9. of the people 39. of the priests 43. of the Levites 46. of the Nethinims 57. of Solomon's servants 63. and of the priests which could not find their pedigree 66. The whole number of them, with their substance 70. Their offerings The rest of the people gave a total of 20,000 darics of gold This phrase highlights the collective contribution of the community in rebuilding efforts. The daric was a gold coin used during the Persian Empire, indicating the influence of Persian culture and economy on the Jewish people during this period. The significant amount of gold reflects the dedication and sacrifice of the people, reminiscent of the contributions for the Tabernacle in Exodus 35:22. This act of giving can be seen as a type of Christ's sacrificial giving, as the people willingly offered their resources for the restoration of Jerusalem, foreshadowing Christ's ultimate sacrifice for the restoration of humanity. 2,000 minas of silver and 67 priestly garments Persons / Places / Events 1. NehemiahThe governor of Judah who led the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls and initiated reforms to restore the community's spiritual and social order. 2. The People The collective group of Israelites who contributed to the rebuilding efforts and the restoration of the temple services. 3. Jerusalem The city where the walls were rebuilt under Nehemiah's leadership, symbolizing the restoration of the Jewish community. 4. Darics and Minas Units of currency and weight used in the contributions, indicating the people's generosity and commitment. 5. Priestly Garments Sacred clothing for the priests, signifying the restoration of proper worship and temple service. Teaching Points Generosity in Community BuildingThe people's contributions highlight the importance of collective effort and sacrifice in achieving communal goals. We are called to support our church and community with our resources. Restoration of Worship The provision of priestly garments underscores the priority of restoring proper worship. We should prioritize our spiritual practices and ensure they align with biblical teachings. Leadership and Vision Nehemiah's leadership was crucial in mobilizing the people. Effective leadership in our communities and churches can inspire collective action and commitment. Faithful Stewardship The careful accounting of contributions reflects the importance of stewardship. We are stewards of God's resources and should manage them wisely for His purposes. Unity in Purpose The unified effort of the people demonstrates the power of working together towards a common goal. Unity in the body of Christ is essential for fulfilling God's mission. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Nehemiah 7:72?2. How does Nehemiah 7:72 reflect God's provision for His people? 3. What can we learn about stewardship from Nehemiah 7:72's mention of offerings? 4. How does Nehemiah 7:72 connect with New Testament teachings on generosity? 5. In what ways can we apply Nehemiah 7:72's principles to our church giving? 6. How does Nehemiah 7:72 inspire us to support God's work today? 7. What is the significance of the contributions listed in Nehemiah 7:72 for rebuilding Jerusalem? 8. How does Nehemiah 7:72 reflect the community's commitment to God's work? 9. Why are specific amounts of contributions detailed in Nehemiah 7:72? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Nehemiah 7? 11. Who was Artaxerxes in the Bible? 12. How do we reconcile the large monetary contributions mentioned in Nehemiah 7:70-72 with the economic realities of returned exiles who presumably had few resources? 13. Exodus 28:30: How reliable is the claim about the Urim and Thummim, given the lack of concrete archeological evidence or consistent references elsewhere? 14. Nehemiah 4:21-23: Does the notion of workers maintaining constant vigilance, day and night, align with practical human limitations and historical labor practices? What Does Nehemiah 7:72 Mean The rest of the people• After the leaders and officials had already brought their gifts (Nehemiah 7:70-71), “the rest of the people” stepped forward. This phrase reminds us that God values every member of the community, not only the prominent ones (Exodus 35:20-22; 1 Corinthians 12:14-18). • Their participation shows a shared commitment to God’s work; they did not leave the burden on a few. Compare 1 Chronicles 29:9, where “the people rejoiced at the willing response of their leaders” and then added their own offerings. • The scene reflects the teaching of Romans 12:4-5—many members, one body, each contributing according to grace given. gave a total of 20,000 darics of gold • A daric was a Persian gold coin; 20,000 of them represent an enormous sum. The Scripture states it plainly, underscoring both the literal amount and the literal generosity. • Their giving mirrors earlier patterns: Ezra 2:69 records 61,000 darics offered for the first return, and 1 Chronicles 29:7 tells of 10,000 darics for Solomon’s temple. God repeatedly stirs hearts to give extravagantly when His house is involved. • Such generosity flows from gratitude, not compulsion (2 Corinthians 9:7). Like the widow’s two small coins (Luke 21:1-4), the heart behind the offering matters most; yet here the Lord also highlights the magnitude to show what unified obedience can accomplish. 2,000 minas of silver • A mina weighed about fifty shekels; 2,000 minas equal roughly three tons of silver—again, a literal figure emphasizing collective sacrifice. • Silver in Scripture often speaks of redemption (Exodus 30:11-16, the atonement money). Their silver, placed into temple service, pointed to the greater redemption God would ultimately provide (Hebrews 9:11-12). • Nehemiah records exact numbers to demonstrate accountability (compare 2 Corinthians 8:20-21). God’s people handle resources transparently, assuring all that the gifts truly reach their intended purpose. and 67 priestly garments • Beyond metals, the people supplied “67 priestly garments.” Priestly robes were costly (Exodus 28:2-4) and essential for ministry; providing them ensured that worship could proceed according to God’s stipulations. • The number is specific, again highlighting meticulous stewardship. It also illustrates varied gifts: some gave wealth, others items of craftsmanship (cf. Exodus 35:25-26). • New garments symbolize purity and restoration (Zechariah 3:3-5; Revelation 19:8). By furnishing these robes, the people affirmed their desire for holy priests and pure worship in the rebuilt Jerusalem. summary Nehemiah 7:72 records common citizens joining leaders in lavish, specific, and accountable giving. Their gold, silver, and priestly garments reveal wholehearted unity, tangible sacrifice, and a passion for pure worship. The verse encourages believers today to participate willingly, give generously, and steward transparently so that God’s work flourishes and His name is honored. Hebrew The restשְׁאֵרִ֣ית (šə·’ê·rîṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 7611: Rest, residue, remnant, remainder of the people הָעָם֒ (hā·‘ām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock gave [a total of] נָתְנוּ֮ (nā·ṯə·nū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 5414: To give, put, set 20,000 שְׁתֵּ֣י (šə·tê) Number - fdc Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) darics דַּרְכְּמוֹנִים֙ (dar·kə·mō·w·nîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1871: (a unit of value), perhaps a drachma of gold, זָהָ֗ב (zā·hāḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky 2,000 אַלְפָּ֑יִם (’al·pā·yim) Number - md Strong's 505: A thousand minas מָנִ֣ים (mā·nîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 4488: A fixed weight, measured amount, a maneh, mina of silver, וְכֶ֖סֶף (wə·ḵe·sep̄) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3701: Silver, money and 67 שִׁשִּׁ֥ים (šiš·šîm) Number - common plural Strong's 8346: Sixty priestly כֹּֽהֲנִ֖ים (kō·hă·nîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3548: Priest garments. וְכָתְנֹ֥ת (wə·ḵā·ṯə·nōṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural construct Strong's 3801: A shirt Links Nehemiah 7:72 NIVNehemiah 7:72 NLT Nehemiah 7:72 ESV Nehemiah 7:72 NASB Nehemiah 7:72 KJV Nehemiah 7:72 BibleApps.com Nehemiah 7:72 Biblia Paralela Nehemiah 7:72 Chinese Bible Nehemiah 7:72 French Bible Nehemiah 7:72 Catholic Bible OT History: Nehemiah 7:72 That which the rest of the people (Neh Ne) |
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