Nehemiah 12:35
Nehemiah 12:35 in Multiple Translations
and some of the priests with trumpets, and also Zechariah son of Jonathan, the son of Shemaiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Micaiah, the son of Zaccur, the son of Asaph,
And certain of the priests’ sons with trumpets; namely, Zechariah the son of Jonathan, the son of Shemaiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Michaiah, the son of Zaccur, the son of Asaph:
and certain of the priests’ sons with trumpets: Zechariah the son of Jonathan, the son of Shemaiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Micaiah, the son of Zaccur, the son of Asaph;
And certain of the priests' sons with wind instruments; Zechariah, the son of Jonathan, the son of Shemaiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Micaiah, the son of Zaccur, the son of Asaph,
as well as some of the priests with trumpets, and Zechariah, son of Jonathan, son of Shemaiah, son of Mattaniah, son of Micaiah, son of Zaccur, son of Asaph,
And of the Priests sonnes with trumpets, Zechariah the sonne of Ionathan, the sonne of Shemaiah, the sonne of Mattaniah, the sonne of Michaiah, the sonne of Zaccur, ye sonne of Asaph.
and of the sons of the priests with trumpets, Zechariah son of Jonathan, son of Shemaiah, son of Mattaniah, son of Michaiah, son of Zaccur, son of Asaph,
and some of the priests’ sons with trumpets: Zechariah the son of Jonathan, the son of Shemaiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Micaiah, the son of Zaccur, the son of Asaph;
And certain of the priests' sons with trumpets; namely , Zechariah the son of Jonathan, the son of Shemaiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Michaiah, the son of Zaccur, the son of Asaph:
And his brethren Semeia, and Azareel Malalai, Galalai, Maai, Nathanael, and Judas, and Hanani, with the musical instruments of David the man of God: and Esdras the scribe before them at the fountain gate.
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Context — The Dedication of the Wall
35and some of the priests with trumpets, and also Zechariah son of Jonathan, the son of Shemaiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Micaiah, the son of Zaccur, the son of Asaph,
36and his associates—Shemaiah, Azarel, Milalai, Gilalai, Maai, Nethanel, Judah, and Hanani—with the musical instruments prescribed by David the man of God. Ezra the scribe led the procession. 37At the Fountain Gate they went directly up the steps of the City of David on the ascent to the wall and passed above the house of David to the Water Gate on the east.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Joshua 6:4 | Have seven priests carry seven rams’ horns in front of the ark. Then on the seventh day, march around the city seven times, while the priests blow the horns. |
| 2 | Numbers 10:2–10 | “Make two trumpets of hammered silver to be used for calling the congregation and for having the camps set out. When both are sounded, the whole congregation is to assemble before you at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. But if only one is sounded, then the leaders, the heads of the clans of Israel, are to gather before you. When you sound short blasts, the camps that lie on the east side are to set out. When you sound the short blasts a second time, the camps that lie on the south side are to set out. The blasts are to signal them to set out. To convene the assembly, you are to sound long blasts, not short ones. The sons of Aaron, the priests, are to sound the trumpets. This shall be a permanent statute for you and the generations to come. When you enter into battle in your land against an adversary who attacks you, sound short blasts on the trumpets, and you will be remembered before the LORD your God and saved from your enemies. And on your joyous occasions, your appointed feasts, and the beginning of each month, you are to blow the trumpets over your burnt offerings and fellowship offerings to serve as a reminder for you before your God. I am the LORD your God.” |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 5:12 | all the Levitical singers—Asaph, Heman, Jeduthun, and their sons and relatives—stood on the east side of the altar, dressed in fine linen and playing cymbals, harps, and lyres, accompanied by 120 priests sounding trumpets. |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 25:2 | From the sons of Asaph: Zaccur, Joseph, Nethaniah, and Asarelah. These sons of Asaph were under the direction of Asaph, who prophesied under the direction of the king. |
| 5 | Nehemiah 11:17 | Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zabdi, the son of Asaph, who led in thanksgiving and prayer; Bakbukiah, second among his associates; and Abda son of Shammua, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun. |
| 6 | 1 Chronicles 6:39–43 | Heman’s kinsman was Asaph, who served at his right hand: Asaph the son of Berechiah, the son of Shimea, the son of Michael, the son of Baaseiah, the son of Malchijah, the son of Ethni, the son of Zerah, the son of Adaiah, the son of Ethan, the son of Zimmah, the son of Shimei, the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi. |
| 7 | 1 Chronicles 26:10–11 | Hosah the Merarite also had sons: Shimri the first (although he was not the firstborn, his father had appointed him as the first), Hilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, and Zechariah the fourth. The sons and brothers of Hosah numbered 13 in all. |
| 8 | 2 Chronicles 13:12 | Now behold, God Himself is with us as our head, and His priests with their trumpets sound the battle call against you. O children of Israel, do not fight against the LORD, the God of your fathers, for you will not succeed.” |
Nehemiah 12:35 Summary
Nehemiah 12:35 describes a joyful procession with priests, trumpets, and musicians, led by Zechariah, a descendant of the famous musician Asaph. This verse shows us the importance of music and celebration in worship, as seen in Psalms 100:1-5. Just like the Israelites, we can use music and ceremony to express our gratitude and praise to God. By participating in worship and using our unique skills, we can contribute to the joy and celebration of our community, just like the people in Nehemiah 12:35.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were trumpets used in the procession described in Nehemiah 12:35?
The use of trumpets in this context was likely to signal the start of the procession, to gather the people, and to add to the ceremonial nature of the event, as seen in other biblical accounts such as Numbers 10:10 and Psalms 98:6.
Who was Zechariah son of Jonathan in Nehemiah 12:35?
Zechariah son of Jonathan was a descendant of Asaph, a well-known musician in the Bible, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 6:39 and 15:17, indicating that Zechariah likely played a significant role in the musical aspects of the procession.
What is the significance of the names listed in Nehemiah 12:35?
The listing of names in Nehemiah 12:35, including Zechariah and the priests with trumpets, emphasizes the importance of individual participation and contribution to the community's worship and celebrations, as seen in other biblical accounts such as Hebrews 11:1-40.
How does Nehemiah 12:35 relate to the overall theme of the book of Nehemiah?
Nehemiah 12:35 is part of the larger narrative of the rebuilding of Jerusalem and the restoration of its worship, highlighting the joy and celebration that accompanied the completion of the wall, as mentioned in Nehemiah 12:27 and 43.
Reflection Questions
- What role do I play in the 'procession' of my community, and how can I contribute to its worship and celebration?
- How can I, like Zechariah, use my skills and heritage to serve God and my community?
- What are some ways I can incorporate music and ceremonial elements into my personal worship, as seen in Nehemiah 12:35?
- How can I balance individual recognition, as seen in the listing of names, with the importance of community and collective worship?
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Sermons on Nehemiah 12:35
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Israel's Communication by Charles Anderson | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the challenges faced by the Israelites during their journey from Egypt to the Promised Land. He emphasizes that the Israelites were not skille |
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In the Letters to the Corinthians (Continued) by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the parallels between the Corinthian Christians and Israel in the wilderness, highlighting their positional standing in Christ and the need for their sp |
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Dedication of the House of God by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having the presence of the Lord in our gatherings. He explains that if God's presence is with us, His glory will be manifes |
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(Through the Bible) 2 Chronicles 10-13 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the history of Israel and their rebellion against God. He mentions how God had made a covenant with David that there would always be a king fr |
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Fighting Our Battles by Mary Wilder Tileston | Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about the assurance of victory in God's battles, emphasizing the presence of the Lord as our fighter and captain. She highlights the importance of tru |





