📖 Nehemiah — Chapter 11 (KJV)
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Nehemiah 11:1 And Rthe rulers of the people dwelt at Jerusalem: the rest of the people also cast lots, to bring one of ten to dwell in Jerusalem the holy city, and nine parts to dwell in other cities.
Nehemiah 11:2 And the people Rblessed all the men, that willingly offered themselves to dwell at Jerusalem.
Nehemiah 11:3 Now these are Rthe chief of the province that dwelt in Jerusalem: but in the cities of Judah dwelt every one in his possession in their cities, to wit, Israel, the priests, and the Levites, and the Nethinims, and the children of Solomon’s servants.
Nehemiah 11:4 And at Jerusalem Rdwelt certain of the children of Judah, and of the children of Benjamin. Of the children of Judah; Athaiah the son of Uzziah, the son of Zechariah, the son of Amariah, the son of Shephatiah, the son of Mahalaleel, of the children of TPerez;
Nehemiah 11:5 And Maaseiah the son of Baruch, the son of Colhozeh, the son of Hazaiah, the son of Adaiah, the son of Joiarib, the son of Zechariah, the son of RShiloni.
Nehemiah 11:6 All the sons of Perez that dwelt at Jerusalem were four hundred threescore and eight valiant men.
Nehemiah 11:7 And these are Rthe 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.
Nehemiah 11:8 And after him Gabbai, Sallai, nine hundred twenty and eight.
Nehemiah 11:9 And Joel the son of Zichri was their overseer: and RJudah the son of Senuah was second over the city.
Nehemiah 11:10 Of the priests: RJedaiah the son of Joiarib, Jachin.
Nehemiah 11:11 RSeraiah 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.
Nehemiah 11:12 And their brethren that did the work of the house were eight hundred twenty and two: and RAdaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pelaliah, the son of Amzi, the son of Zechariah, the son of Pashur, the son of Malchiah.
Nehemiah 11:13 And his brethren, chief of the fathers, two hundred forty and two: and Amashai the son of Azareel, the son of Ahasai, the son of Meshillemoth, the son of Immer,
Nehemiah 11:14 And their brethren, mighty men of valour, an hundred twenty and eight: and their overseer was Zabdiel, Tthe son of one of the great men.
Nehemiah 11:15 Also of the Levites: RShemaiah the son of Hashub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;
Nehemiah 11:16 And RShabbethai and Jozabad, of the chief of the Levites, Thad the oversight of the outward business of the house of God.
Nehemiah 11:17 And Mattaniah the son of Micha, the son of RZabdi, the son of Asaph, was the principal to begin the thanksgiving in prayer: and Bakbukiah the second among his brethren, and Abda the son of Shammua, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun.
Nehemiah 11:18 All the Levites in Rthe holy city were two hundred fourscore and four.
Nehemiah 11:19 Moreover the porters, RAkkub, Talmon, and their brethren that kept Tthe gates, were an hundred seventy and two.
Nehemiah 11:20 And the residue of Israel, of the priests, and the Levites, were in all the cities of Judah, every one in his inheritance.
Nehemiah 11:21 But the Nethinims dwelt in TOphel: and Ziha and Gispa were over the Nethinims.
Nehemiah 11:22 The Roverseer 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.
Nehemiah 11:23 For it was the king’s commandment concerning them, that Ta certain portion should be for the singers, due for every day.
Nehemiah 11:24 And Pethahiah the son of RMeshezabeel, of the children of TZerah the son of Judah, was at the king’s hand in all matters concerning the people.
Nehemiah 11:25 And for the villages, with their fields, some of the children of Judah dwelt at Kirjatharba, and in the villages thereof, and at RDibon, and in the villages thereof, and at Jekabzeel, and in the villages thereof,
Nehemiah 11:26 And at Jeshua, and at RMoladah, and at Bethphelet,
Nehemiah 11:27 And at Hazarshual, and at Beersheba, and in the villages thereof,
Nehemiah 11:28 And at RZiklag, and at Mekonah, and in the villages thereof,
Nehemiah 11:29 And at Enrimmon, and at Zareah, and at Jarmuth,
Nehemiah 11:30 RZanoah, Adullam, and in their villages, at Lachish, and the fields thereof, at Azekah, and in the villages thereof. And they dwelt from Beersheba unto the valley of Hinnom.
Nehemiah 11:31 The children also of Benjamin RTfrom Geba dwelt Tat Michmash, and Aija, and Bethel, and in their villages.
Nehemiah 11:32 And at RAnathoth, Nob, Ananiah,
Nehemiah 11:33 Hazor, RRamah, Gittaim,
Nehemiah 11:34 Hadid, RZeboim, Neballat,
Nehemiah 11:35 RLod, and Ono, the valley of craftsmen.
Nehemiah 11:36 RAnd of the Levites were divisions in Judah, and in Benjamin.
📚 Study This Chapter
📖 What We’re Reading
Nehemiah 11:1–9 — Jerusalem inhabited
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
Lots bring a portion of the people to live in Jerusalem, and willing settlers are blessed. The chapter records families of Judah and Benjamin living there. Rebuilding the walls is followed by rebuilding the city's daily life. The people's willingness and relocation help make the restored place a living community.
Key Truth: A shared place needs people willing to sustain its life.
Check What You Remember
1. What proportion was chosen to live in Jerusalem? (Nehemiah 11:1)
Find it in Nehemiah 11:1 (KJV).
2. Whom did the people bless? (Nehemiah 11:2)
Find it in Nehemiah 11:2 (KJV).
3. Name one tribe represented in these Jerusalem families. (Nehemiah 11:4)
Find it in Nehemiah 11:4 (KJV).
📖 What We’re Reading
Nehemiah 11:10–24 — Service within the city
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
Priests, Levites, gatekeepers, and others carry the work of worship and administration. Mattaniah leads thanksgiving in prayer, while other Levites oversee outward business. The list shows varied responsibilities within a functioning city. Public prayer and practical oversight both need dependable people.
Key Truth: Value spiritual and practical service together.
Check What You Remember
1. Who was ruler of God's house? (Nehemiah 11:11)
Find it in Nehemiah 11:11 (KJV).
2. Who was principal in beginning thanksgiving in prayer? (Nehemiah 11:17)
Find it in Nehemiah 11:17 (KJV).
3. Where did the Nethinims dwell? (Nehemiah 11:21)
Find it in Nehemiah 11:21 (KJV).
📖 What We’re Reading
Nehemiah 11:25–36 — Life in the surrounding towns
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
The record names villages and fields where Judah and Benjamin settle, with Levites in both regions. The restored community extends beyond the capital. Agricultural places and smaller towns contribute to the life surrounding Jerusalem. A community's health depends on connections between its central places and its less visible households.
Key Truth: Remember the people beyond the most visible center.
Check What You Remember
1. Name one town where Judah's people settled. (Nehemiah 11:25)
Find it in Nehemiah 11:25 (KJV).
2. Which valley is named with Lod and Ono? (Nehemiah 11:35)
Find it in Nehemiah 11:35 (KJV).
3. In which two regions were Levitical divisions found? (Nehemiah 11:36)
Find it in Nehemiah 11:36 (KJV).
Related Scripture (KJV)
Psalms 122:6 — The psalm expresses concern for Jerusalem's peace.
This related passage is selected for its connection with this chapter. It is separate from the chapter text.
Reflect and Apply
How can you help sustain the daily life of your community after a period of renewal?
Advanced Questions and Answers
Study this chapter’s wording, patterns, contrasts, and meaning in greater depth.
1. How do lots and willing participation both support Jerusalem’s settlement?
2. What distinction is made between Jerusalem and the cities of Judah?
3. How are Levitical responsibilities distinguished?
4. What provision supports the singers’ regular service?
5. How does the closing settlement list include Levites?
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