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Nehemiah 3:8 ยท KJV

"Next unto him repaired Uzziel the son of Harhaiah, of the goldsmiths. Next unto him also repaired Hananiah the son of one of the apothecaries, and they fortified Jerusalem unto the broad wall."

King James Version

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Passage Context

6Moreover the old gate repaired Jehoiada the son of Paseah, and Meshullam the son of Besodeiah; they laid the beams thereof, and set up the doors thereof, and the locks thereof, and the bars thereof.
7And next unto them repaired Melatiah the Gibeonite, and Jadon the Meronothite, the men of Gibeon, and of Mizpah, unto the throne of the governor on this side the river.
8Next unto him repaired Uzziel the son of Harhaiah, of the goldsmiths. Next unto him also repaired Hananiah the son of one of the apothecaries, and they fortified Jerusalem unto the broad wall.
9And next unto them repaired Rephaiah the son of Hur, the ruler of the half part of Jerusalem.
10And next unto them repaired Jedaiah the son of Harumaph, even over against his house. And next unto him repaired Hattush the son of Hashabniah.

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Reflection Questions

1

What skills do you bring to your community?

2

How can you collaborate with others for a common goal?

3

When have you seen teamwork lead to success?

Life Application

work

Identify your unique skills and find ways to use them in team settings. Collaborate with others to achieve shared objectives.

relationships

Encourage teamwork in your relationships. Work together with friends or family to tackle challenges or projects.

People in This Verse

Hananiah son of an apothecaryOT

An apothecary who played a role in the repair of Jerusalem's walls, demonstrating the diverse contributions from different professions.

First appearance: Nehemiah 3:8

Uzziel son of HarhaiahOT

A goldsmith who contributed to the rebuilding of Jerusalem, showcasing the involvement of various trades in the restoration effort.

First appearance: Nehemiah 3:8

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The capital city of Israel, significant in Jewish history as the center of worship and national identity.

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