Nehemiah 13:12 Meaning
Then brought all Judah the tithe of the corn and the new wine and the oil unto the treasuries.
Context Explained
10And I perceived that the portions of the Levites had not been given them: for the Levites and the singers, that did the work, were fled every one to his field.
11Then contended I with the rulers, and said, Why is the house of God forsaken? And I gathered them together, and set them in their place.
12Then brought all Judah the tithe of the corn and the new wine and the oil unto the treasuries.
13And I made treasurers over the treasuries, Shelemiah the priest, and Zadok the scribe, and of the Levites, Pedaiah: and next to them was Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah: for they were counted faithful, and their office was to distribute unto their brethren.
14Remember me, O my God, concerning this, and wipe not out my good deeds that I have done for the house of my God, and for the offices thereof.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
2 Corinthians 9:7
Both verses emphasize the importance of giving generously and cheerfully.
Malachi 3:10
Both passages discuss bringing tithes to the storehouse.
Acts 4:34-35
The early church practiced communal sharing, similar to the tithing in Nehemiah's time.
Source: Nehemiah 13:12