King James Version

What Does Nehemiah 11:9 Mean?

And Joel the son of Zichri was their overseer: and Judah the son of Senuah was second over the city.

Context

7

And these are the sons of Benjamin; Sallu the son of Meshullam, the son of Joed, the son of Pedaiah, the son of Kolaiah, the son of Maaseiah, the son of Ithiel, the son of Jesaiah.

8

And after him Gabbai, Sallai, nine hundred twenty and eight.

9

And Joel the son of Zichri was their overseer: and Judah the son of Senuah was second over the city.

10

Of the priests: Jedaiah the son of Joiarib, Jachin.

11

Seraiah the son of Hilkiah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Zadok, the son of Meraioth, the son of Ahitub, was the ruler of the house of God.

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Nehemiah. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

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