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Nehemiah 13:12

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Nehemiah 13:12 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

and all Judah brought a tenth of the grain, new wine, and oil into the storerooms.

King James Version KJV

Then brought all Judah the tithe of the corn and the new wine and the oil unto the treasuries.

American Standard Version ASV

Then brought all Judah the tithe of the grain and the new wine and the oil unto the treasuries.

Bible in Basic English BBE

Then all Judah came with the tenth part of the grain and wine and oil and put it into the store-houses.

Free Bible Version FBV

Everyone in Judah then brought the tithes of grain, new wine, and olive oil into the storerooms.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

Then brought all Iudah the tithes of corne and of wine, and of oyle vnto the treasures.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

and all Judah have brought in the tithe of the corn, and of the new wine, and of the oil, to the treasuries.

World English Bible WEB

Then all Judah brought the tithe of the grain, the new wine, and the oil to the treasuries.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

Then all Judah brought the tithe of the corn and the new wine and the oil to the treasuries.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And all Juda brought the tithe of the corn, and the wine, and the oil into the storehouses.

Translation for Translators T4T

Then all the people of Judah again started to bring to the temple storerooms their tithes of grain, wine, and olive oil.

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Berean Amplified Bible — Nehemiah 13:12

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Nehemiah 13:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/כָל יְהוּדָ֗ה הֵבִ֜יאוּ מַעְשַׂ֧ר הַ/דָּגָ֛ן וְ/הַ/תִּיר֥וֹשׁ וְ/הַ/יִּצְהָ֖ר לָ/אוֹצָרֽוֹת
וְ/כָל kôl H3605 all Conj | N-ms
יְהוּדָ֗ה Yᵉhûwdâh H3063 Judah N-proper
הֵבִ֜יאוּ bôwʼ H935 Lebo V-Hiphil-Perf-3cp
מַעְשַׂ֧ר maʻăsêr H4643 tithe N-ms
הַ/דָּגָ֛ן dâgân H1715 grain Art | N-ms
וְ/הַ/תִּיר֥וֹשׁ tîyrôwsh H8492 new wine Conj | Art | N-ms
וְ/הַ/יִּצְהָ֖ר yitshâr H3323 oil Conj | Art | N-ms
לָ/אוֹצָרֽוֹת ʼôwtsâr H214 treasure Prep | N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 13:12

וְ/כָל kôl H3605 "all" Conj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
יְהוּדָ֗ה Yᵉhûwdâh H3063 "Judah" N-proper
Judah is the name of the tribe descended from Judah, the son of Jacob. It is also the name of the region where the tribe lived. The name means 'praised' and is first mentioned in Genesis.
Definition: § Judah = "praised" the tribe descended from Judah the son of Jacob
Usage: Occurs in 754 OT verses. KJV: Judah. See also: Genesis 29:35; 1 Samuel 23:3; 2 Kings 14:13.
הֵבִ֜יאוּ bôwʼ H935 "Lebo" V-Hiphil-Perf-3cp
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
מַעְשַׂ֧ר maʻăsêr H4643 "tithe" N-ms
Maaser means a tithe, or a tenth part, often referring to a payment of a tenth of one's income. It is mentioned in the Bible as a way to support the Levites and the poor.
Definition: 1) tithe, tenth part 1a) tenth part 1b) tithe, payment of a tenth part
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: tenth (part), tithe(-ing). See also: Genesis 14:20; Deuteronomy 26:12; Malachi 3:10.
הַ/דָּגָ֛ן dâgân H1715 "grain" Art | N-ms
Dagan refers to grain or wheat, a staple food in ancient Israel. In Genesis 41:35, Joseph advised Pharaoh to store grain during the good years to prepare for famine, and in Leviticus 23:10, the Israelites were instructed to offer a sheaf of grain as an offering.
Definition: wheat, cereal, grain, corn
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: corn (floor), wheat. See also: Genesis 27:28; Nehemiah 13:12; Psalms 4:8.
וְ/הַ/תִּיר֥וֹשׁ tîyrôwsh H8492 "new wine" Conj | Art | N-ms
New wine, freshly squeezed from grapes, is the meaning of this Hebrew word. It can also refer to fermented wine, but that is less common. The KJV translates it as new or sweet wine.
Definition: wine, fresh or new wine, must, freshly pressed wine
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: (new, sweet) wine. See also: Genesis 27:28; Psalms 4:8; Proverbs 3:10.
וְ/הַ/יִּצְהָ֖ר yitshâr H3323 "oil" Conj | Art | N-ms
Oil that produces light, often used for anointing and ceremonial purposes, as described in Exodus. It symbolizes purity and is used in sacred rituals. This type of oil is mentioned in the context of priestly duties.
Definition: fresh oil, shining (pure) oil
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] anointed oil. See also: Numbers 18:12; Nehemiah 10:38; Jeremiah 31:12.
לָ/אוֹצָרֽוֹת ʼôwtsâr H214 "treasure" Prep | N-mp
The Hebrew word for treasure refers to a storehouse or depository, like a treasure house or armory, as seen in 1 Kings 7:51.
Definition: 1) treasure, storehouse 1a) treasure (gold, silver, etc) 1b) store, supplies of food or drink 1c) treasure-house, treasury 1c1) treasure-house 1c2) storehouse, magazine 1c3) treasury 1c4) magazine of weapons (fig. of God's armoury) 1c5) storehouses (of God for rain, snow, hail, wind, sea)
Usage: Occurs in 70 OT verses. KJV: armory, cellar, garner, store(-house), treasure(-house) (-y). See also: Deuteronomy 28:12; Nehemiah 10:39; Psalms 33:7.

Study Notes — Nehemiah 13:12

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1 Nehemiah 10:37–39 Moreover, we will bring to the priests at the storerooms of the house of our God the firstfruits of our dough, of our grain offerings, of the fruit of all our trees, and of our new wine and oil. A tenth of our produce belongs to the Levites, so that they shall receive tithes in all the towns where we labor. A priest of Aaron’s line is to accompany the Levites when they collect the tenth, and the Levites are to bring a tenth of these tithes to the storerooms of the treasury in the house of our God. For the Israelites and the Levites are to bring the contributions of grain, new wine, and oil to the storerooms where the articles of the sanctuary are kept and where the ministering priests, the gatekeepers, and the singers stay. Thus we will not neglect the house of our God.”
2 Malachi 3:10 Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this,” says the LORD of Hosts. “See if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour out for you blessing without measure.
3 Nehemiah 12:44 And on that same day men were appointed over the rooms that housed the supplies, contributions, firstfruits, and tithes. The portions specified by the Law for the priests and Levites were gathered into these storerooms from the fields of the villages, because Judah rejoiced over the priests and Levites who were serving.
4 Numbers 18:20–26 Then the LORD said to Aaron, “You will have no inheritance in their land, nor will you have any portion among them. I am your portion and your inheritance among the Israelites. Behold, I have given to the Levites all the tithes in Israel as an inheritance in return for the work they do, the service of the Tent of Meeting. No longer may the Israelites come near to the Tent of Meeting, or they will incur guilt and die. The Levites are to perform the work of the Tent of Meeting, and they must bear their iniquity. This is a permanent statute for the generations to come. The Levites will not receive an inheritance among the Israelites. For I have given to the Levites as their inheritance the tithe that the Israelites present to the LORD as a contribution. That is why I told them that they would not receive an inheritance among the Israelites.” And the LORD instructed Moses, “Speak to the Levites and tell them: ‘When you receive from the Israelites the tithe that I have given you as your inheritance, you must present part of it as an offering to the LORD—a tithe of the tithe.
5 Leviticus 27:30 Thus any tithe from the land, whether from the seed of the land or the fruit of the trees, belongs to the LORD; it is holy to the LORD.
6 Deuteronomy 14:22 You must be sure to set aside a tenth of all the produce brought forth each year from your fields.

Nehemiah 13:12 Summary

[This verse shows that the people of Judah were obeying God's commands by bringing a tenth of their grain, new wine, and oil to the temple storerooms. This act of obedience was a way for them to trust God and support His work, just as we are called to do today (Matthew 6:33, Malachi 3:10). By giving to God's work, we can demonstrate our love and commitment to Him, and trust that He will provide for our needs. As we read in Psalm 37:3-7, when we trust and obey God, He will take care of us and provide for our needs.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of bringing a tenth of the grain, new wine, and oil into the storerooms?

This act signifies the people's obedience to God's command to give a tenth of their produce to support the Levites and the temple services, as seen in Leviticus 27:30 and Deuteronomy 14:22-23.

How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Nehemiah?

This verse demonstrates the people's renewed commitment to following God's laws and supporting the temple, which is a central theme in the book of Nehemiah, as seen in Nehemiah 10:35-39.

What can we learn from the people's actions in this verse?

We can learn the importance of prioritizing God's work and supporting those who serve Him, just as the people of Judah did by bringing their tithes into the storerooms, which is also encouraged in Malachi 3:10.

How does this verse reflect the heart of God?

This verse reflects God's heart of provision and care for His people, as well as His desire for them to trust and obey Him, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7 and Matthew 6:33.

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some ways I can practically support God's work in my community, just as the people of Judah supported the temple?
  2. How can I ensure that I am prioritizing God's commands and laws in my daily life, even when it's challenging?
  3. What are some areas in my life where I can trust God's provision and care, just as the people of Judah trusted Him to provide for their needs?
  4. How can I reflect God's heart of provision and care to those around me, especially those in need?

Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 13:12

Then brought all Judah the tithe of corn, and the new wine, and the oil, into the treasuries.

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 13:12

Then 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. No JFB commentary on these verses.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Nehemiah 13:12

Partly out of the respect which they had to Nehemiah, and to his command; and partly because they saw they would be applied to their proper uses, and not abused, as they had been.

Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 13:12

Nehemiah 13:12 Then brought all Judah the tithe of the corn and the new wine and the oil unto the treasuries.Ver. 12. Then brought all Judah] Then, when there was no other remedy. There must be a compulsory means, or ministers shall be poorly maintained. Quod si sustentandi essent de contributione populi, misere profecto et duriter viverent, saith Luther. If once they be brought to live upon the people’ s benevolence, they shall have a poor life of it. Once, in times of Popery, there was need of a statute of Mortmain, providing that they should give no more to the Church. But now it is otherwise; these last and worst times have seen the springs of bounty, like Jordan, turned back; which heretofore did run so fresh and fast into the Church. Our statesmen have ministers’ maintenance now under debate; and much lifting there is by a levelling party (not without a Jesuit to help them) at tithes and college lands. The Lord direct our rulers; and preserve us out of the hands of those hateful harpies. (This was written July 30, A. D. 1653.)

Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 13:12

(10-13) The provision for the Levites.

Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 13:12

12. Then brought all Judah] Nehemiah’s expostulation produced an immediate result. For the expression ‘all Judah’ = ‘the whole nation,’ cf. Nehemiah 12:34-44. the tithe … corn … new wine (R.V. wine) … oil] This is the tithe spoken of in Nehemiah 13:5 and in Nehemiah 10:37, the contribution of which was described in Nehemiah 12:44-47. unto the treasuries] The same word in the Hebrew as that rendered ‘treasures’ in Nehemiah 12:44; and it might here be rendered ‘for (or, as) treasures,’ i.e. to be stored. But the sense in the English version is preferable, so also LXX. εἰςτοὺςθησαυρούς, Vulg. ‘in horrea:’ and it occurs with the same meaning in Malachi 3:10, which aptly illustrates the present passage.

Whedon's Commentary on Nehemiah 13:12

12. Then brought all Judah the tithe — No doubt the words of the prophet Malachi, (Malachi 3:10,) as well as those of the governor, were instrumental in bringing about this result.

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