Nehemiah 11:21 Meaning
But the Nethinims dwelt in Ophel: and Ziha and Gispa were over the Nethinims.
Context Explained
19Moreover the porters, Akkub, Talmon, and their brethren that kept the gates, were an hundred seventy and two.
20And the residue of Israel, of the priests, and the Levites, were in all the cities of Judah, every one in his inheritance.
21But the Nethinims dwelt in Ophel: and Ziha and Gispa were over the Nethinims.
22The overseer also of the Levites at Jerusalem was Uzzi the son of Bani, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Micha. Of the sons of Asaph, the singers were over the business of the house of God.
23For it was the king's commandment concerning them, that a certain portion should be for the singers, due for every day.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Joshua 9:27
This verse mentions the Nethinims serving in the temple, paralleling their role in Nehemiah.
1 Chronicles 9:2
This verse discusses the importance of the Nethinims in the community, similar to their mention in Nehemiah.
Ephesians 4:12
This verse speaks about equipping the saints for service, reflecting the responsibilities of the Nethinims.
Source: Nehemiah 11:21