King James Version:
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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.
Complete Jewish Bible:
After him Nechemyah the son of Azbuk, leader of half the district of Beit-Tzur, made repairs from the place opposite the tombs of David as far as the artificial pool and the soldiers' barracks.
Berean Standard Bible:
Beyond 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.
American Standard Version:
After him repaired Nehemiah the son of Azbuk, the ruler of half the district of Beth-zur, unto the place over against the sepulchres of David, and unto the pool that was made, and unto the house of the mighty men.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
After{H310} him repaired{H2388} Nehemiah{H5166} the son{H1121} of Azbuk{H5802}, the ruler{H8269} of the half{H2677} part{H6418} of Bethzur{H1049}, unto the place over against the sepulchres{H6913} of David{H1732}, and to the pool{H1295} that was made{H6213}, and unto the house{H1004} of the mighty{H1368}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Nehemiah 3:12
- And next unto him repaired Shallum the son of Halohesh, the ruler of the half part of Jerusalem, he and his daughters.
Nehemiah 3:9
- And next unto them repaired Rephaiah the son of Hur, the ruler of the half part of Jerusalem.
2 Kings 20:20
- And the rest of the acts of Hezekiah, and all his might, and how he made a pool, and a conduit, and brought water into the city, [are] they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah?
Acts 2:29
- Men [and] brethren, let me freely speak unto you of the patriarch David, that he is both dead and buried, and his sepulchre is with us unto this day.
Isaiah 22:11
- Ye made also a ditch between the two walls for the water of the old pool: but ye have not looked unto the maker thereof, neither had respect unto him that fashioned it long ago.
Nehemiah 3:14
- But the dung gate repaired Malchiah the son of Rechab, the ruler of part of Bethhaccerem; he built it, and set up the doors thereof, the locks thereof, and the bars thereof.
Joshua 15:58
- Halhul, Bethzur, and Gedor,
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Commentary for Nehemiah 3:16
Nehemiah 3:16 is a verse from the Old Testament that details the reconstruction of the walls of Jerusalem under the leadership of Nehemiah. This particular verse highlights the contribution of Nehemiah the son of Azbuk, who is noted as the ruler of half the district of Beth-zur. The historical context of this verse is set during the mid-5th century BCE when the Jewish people, having been allowed to return from exile in Babylon, were working to rebuild their city and its defenses.
The themes present in this verse include community involvement, leadership, and the importance of Jerusalem to the Jewish people. Nehemiah the son of Azbuk took responsibility for a specific section of the wall, reflecting a broader pattern in the chapter where various groups and individuals were assigned portions of the project according to their proximity or affiliation. This system of shared labor exemplifies communal solidarity and the collective effort required to restore the holy city.
The verse also underscores the significance of Jerusalem's geography and history, as the section of the wall Nehemiah's son of Azbuk worked on was near notable landmarks—the sepulchres of David, which would have been a revered site given King David's importance in Jewish history, and a pool that was likely a significant water source, possibly the Siloam Pool. Additionally, the mention of "the house of the mighty" could refer to a notable building or a section of the city associated with warriors or prominent figures, emphasizing the strategic and symbolic importance of the area being repaired.
In summary, Nehemiah 3:16 reflects the collaborative and dedicated nature of the Jewish people in rebuilding their city's walls, a task that was both a practical necessity for defense and a spiritual imperative to restore the sacred city of Jerusalem. The verse also provides a snapshot of the city's significant historical and geographical features, which held both practical and symbolic importance for the people of Judah.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H310
There are 766 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַחַר
Transliteration: ʼachar
Pronunciation: akh-ar'
Description: from אָחַר; properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses); after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. - Strong's Number: H2388
There are 266 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: חָזַק
Transliteration: châzaq
Pronunciation: khaw-zak'
Description: a primitive root; to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conquer; aid, amend, [idiom] calker, catch, cleave, confirm, be constant, constrain, continue, be of good (take) courage(-ous, -ly), encourage (self), be established, fasten, force, fortify, make hard, harden, help, (lay) hold (fast), lean, maintain, play the man, mend, become (wax) mighty, prevail, be recovered, repair, retain, seize, be (wax) sore, strengthen (self), be stout, be (make, shew, wax) strong(-er), be sure, take (hold), be urgent, behave self valiantly, withstand. - Strong's Number: H5166
There are 8 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נְחֶמְיָה
Transliteration: Nᵉchemyâh
Pronunciation: nekh-em-yaw'
Description: from נָחַם and יָהּ; consolation of Jah; Nechemjah, the name of three Israelites; Nehemiah. - Strong's Number: H1121
There are 3654 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בֵּן
Transliteration: bên
Pronunciation: bane
Description: from בָּנָה; a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition, etc., (like father or brother), etc.); [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. - Strong's Number: H5802
There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עַזְבּוּק
Transliteration: ʻAzbûwq
Pronunciation: az-book'
Description: from עַז and the root of בּוּקָה; stern depopulator; Azbuk, an Israelite; Azbuk. - Strong's Number: H8269
There are 368 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שַׂר
Transliteration: sar
Pronunciation: sar
Description: from שָׂרַר; a head person (of any rank or class); captain (that had rule), chief (captain), general, governor, keeper, lord,(-task-)master, prince(-ipal), ruler, steward. - Strong's Number: H2677
There are 103 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: חֵצִי
Transliteration: chêtsîy
Pronunciation: khay-tsee'
Description: from חָצָהlemma חָעָה ayin, corrected to חָצָה; the half or middle; half, middle, mid(-night), midst, part, two parts. - Strong's Number: H6418
There are 9 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: פֶּלֶךְ
Transliteration: pelek
Pronunciation: peh'-lek
Description: from an unused root meaning to be round; a circuit (i.e. district); also a spindle (as whirled); hence, a crutch; (di-) staff, participle - Strong's Number: H1049
There are 4 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בֵּית צוּר
Transliteration: Bêyth Tsûwr
Pronunciation: bayth tsoor'
Description: from בַּיִת and צוּר; house of (the) rock; Beth-Tsur, a place in Palestine; Beth-zur. - Strong's Number: H6913
There are 62 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: קֶבֶר
Transliteration: qeber
Pronunciation: keh'-ber
Description: or (feminine) קִבְרָה; from קָבַר; a sepulchre; burying place, grave, sepulchre. - Strong's Number: H1732
There are 911 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: דָּוִד
Transliteration: Dâvid
Pronunciation: daw-veed'
Description: rarely (fully); דָּוִיד; from the same as דּוֹד; loving; David, the youngest son of Jesse; David. - Strong's Number: H1295
There are 15 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בְּרֵכָה
Transliteration: bᵉrêkâh
Pronunciation: ber-ay-kaw'
Description: from בָרַךְ; a reservoir (at which camels kneel as a resting-place); (fish-) pool. - Strong's Number: H6213
There are 2286 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָשָׂה
Transliteration: ʻâsâh
Pronunciation: aw-saw'
Description: a primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application; accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. - Strong's Number: H1004
There are 1718 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בַּיִת
Transliteration: bayith
Pronunciation: bah'-yith
Description: probably from בָּנָה abbreviated; a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.); court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). - Strong's Number: H1368
There are 152 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גִּבּוֹר
Transliteration: gibbôwr
Pronunciation: ghib-bore'
Description: or גִּבֹּר; (shortened) intensive from the same as גֶּבֶר; powerful; by implication, warrior, tyrant; champion, chief, [idiom] excel, giant, man, mighty (man, one), strong (man), valiant man.