King James Version
What Does Nehemiah 7:34 Mean?
“The children of the other Elam, a thousand two hundred fifty and four.”
Context
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary**5. children of Arah, seven hundred seventy and five--**The number is stated in Ne 7:10 to have been only six hundred fifty-two. It is probable that all mentioned as belonging to this family repaired to the general place of rendezvous, or had enrolled their names at first as intending to go; but in the interval of preparation, some died, others were prevented by sickness or insurmountable obstacles, so that ultimately no more than six hundred fifty-two came to Jerusalem.
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
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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