Nehemiah 11:23

Verse

For there was a command from the king concerning the singers, an ordinance regulating their daily activities.

American Standard Version (1901)

For there was a commandment from the king concerning them, and a settled provision for the singers, as every day required.

Bible in Basic English

For there was an order from the king about them and a regular amount for the music-makers, for their needs day by day.

Douay-Rheims 1899

For the king’s commandment was concerning them, and an order among the singing men day by day.

Free Bible Version

They had specific orders from the king who had instructed them to perform a daily service.

Geneva Bible 1599

For it was the Kings commandement cocerning them, that faithfull prouision shoulde bee for the singers euery day.

King James (Authorized) Version

For it was the king’s commandment concerning them, that a certain portion should be for the singers, due for every day.

Translation for Translators

The king of Persia had commanded that the clans should decide what each clan should do to lead the music in the temple each day.

Unlocked Literal Bible

They were under orders from the king, and firm orders were given for the singers as every day required.

Noah Webster Bible

For it was the king's commandment concerning them, that a certain portion should be for the singers, due for every day.

World English Bible

For there was a commandment from the king concerning them, and a settled provision for the singers, as every day required.

Young's Literal Translation

for the command of the king [is] upon them, and support [is] for the singers, a matter of a day in its day.

Context

Residents Outside Jerusalem

²²Now the overseer of the Levites in Jerusalem was Uzzi son of Bani, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Mica. He was one of Asaph’s descendants, who were the singers in charge of the service of the house of God.²³For there was a command from the king concerning the singers, an ordinance regulating their daily activities. ²⁴Pethahiah son of Meshezabel, a descendant of Zerah son of Judah, was the king’s agent in every matter concerning the people.

Sermons

A Certain Portion Should Be for the Singers.

F.B. Meyer

Summary

This verse lists the responsibilities of the Levites in Jerusalem, highlighting their crucial roles in the spiritual life of the community. The Levites were entrusted with overseeing the house of God, ensuring its proper functioning and maintenance. Their dedication to the service of God and the people exemplifies the importance of faithful ministry and leadership within the church. By faithfully carrying out their duties, the Levites contributed to the spiritual well-being and unity of the people, setting an example for believers today to serve God wholeheartedly.

Commentary

Adam Clarke
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown

Adam Clarke Bible Commentary

It was the king's commandment - By the king some understand David, and others Artaxerxes. It is most probable that it was the latter; who wished that a provision should be made for these, a part of whose office was to offer up prayers also, as well as praises. For we know that Darius made an ample provision for the priests, that they might offer sacrifices of sweet savor unto the God of heaven; and pray for the life of the king and of his sons, Ezr 6:10. Some have thought that they had been Jewish singers employed in the service of the Persian king, to whom he had given a salary, and to whom he wished still to continue the same.

Nehemiah 11:23

Residents Outside Jerusalem

Scripture
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Commentary

Berean Standard Bible

For there was a command from the king concerning the singers, an ordinance regulating their daily activities.

American Standard Version (1901)

For there was a commandment from the king concerning them, and a settled provision for the singers, as every day required.

Bible in Basic English

For there was an order from the king about them and a regular amount for the music-makers, for their needs day by day.

Douay-Rheims 1899

For the king’s commandment was concerning them, and an order among the singing men day by day.

Free Bible Version

They had specific orders from the king who had instructed them to perform a daily service.

Geneva Bible 1599

For it was the Kings commandement cocerning them, that faithfull prouision shoulde bee for the singers euery day.

King James (Authorized) Version

For it was the king’s commandment concerning them, that a certain portion should be for the singers, due for every day.

Translation for Translators

The king of Persia had commanded that the clans should decide what each clan should do to lead the music in the temple each day.

Unlocked Literal Bible

They were under orders from the king, and firm orders were given for the singers as every day required.

Noah Webster Bible

For it was the king's commandment concerning them, that a certain portion should be for the singers, due for every day.

World English Bible

For there was a commandment from the king concerning them, and a settled provision for the singers, as every day required.

Young's Literal Translation

for the command of the king [is] upon them, and support [is] for the singers, a matter of a day in its day.

Nehemiah 11:23

Verse

Context

Residents Outside Jerusalem

Sermons

Summary

Commentary

Adam Clarke Bible Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

Nehemiah 11:23

Residents Outside Jerusalem

A Certain Portion Should Be for the Singers.

Adam Clarke Bible Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary