Nehemiah 3:11
Nehemiah 3:11 in Multiple Translations
Malchijah son of Harim and Hasshub son of Pahath-moab repaired another section, as well as the Tower of the Ovens.
Malchijah the son of Harim, and Hashub the son of Pahath-moab, repaired the other piece, and the tower of the furnaces.
Malchijah the son of Harim, and Hasshub the son of Pahath-moab, repaired another portion, and the tower of the furnaces.
Malchijah, the son of Harim, and Hasshub, the son of Pahath-moab, were working on another part, and the tower of the ovens.
Malchijah, son of Harim, and Hasshub, son of Pahath-moab, worked on another section, as well as the Tower of the Ovens.
Malchiiah the sonne of Harim, and Hashub the sonne of Pahath Moab fortified the seconde porcion, and the tower of the fornaces.
A second measure hath Malchijah son of Harim strengthened, and Hashub son of Pahath-Moab, even the tower of the furnaces.
Malchijah the son of Harim and Hasshub the son of Pahathmoab repaired another portion and the tower of the furnaces.
Malchijah the son of Harim, and Hashub the son of Pahath-moab, repaired the other piece, and the tower of the furnaces.
Melchias the son of Herem, and Hasub the son of Phahath Moab, built half the street, and the tower of the furnaces.
Malchijah the son of Harim, and Hashub the son of Pahath-Moab, repaired a section of the wall, and also repaired the Tower of the Ovens.
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Nehemiah 3:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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מִדָּ֣ה
שֵׁנִ֗ית
הֶחֱזִיק֙
מַלְכִּיָּ֣ה
בֶן
חָרִ֔ם
וְ/חַשּׁ֖וּב
בֶּן
פַּחַ֣ת
מוֹאָ֑ב
וְ/אֵ֖ת
מִגְדַּ֥ל
הַ/תַּנּוּרִֽים
מִדָּ֣ה
middâh
H4060
`great stature`
N-fs
שֵׁנִ֗ית
shênîy
H8145
second
Adj
הֶחֱזִיק֙
châzaq
H2388
to strengthen
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
מַלְכִּיָּ֣ה
Malkîyâh
H4441
Malchiah
N-proper
בֶן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
חָרִ֔ם
Chârim
H2766
Harim
N-proper
וְ/חַשּׁ֖וּב
Chashshûwb
H2815
Hasshub
Conj | N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
פַּחַ֣ת
Pachath Môwʼâb
H6355
Pahath-moab
N-proper
מוֹאָ֑ב
Pachath Môwʼâb
H6355
Pahath-moab
N-proper
וְ/אֵ֖ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
מִגְדַּ֥ל
migdâl
H4026
tower
N-cs
הַ/תַּנּוּרִֽים
tannûwr
H8574
oven
Art | N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 3:11
מִדָּ֣ה
middâh
H4060
"`great stature`"
N-fs
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means something that is measured, like height, width, or a portion of something. It can also refer to a garment or tribute, like a tax. It is used to describe Goliath's great stature in 2 Samuel 21:20.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.21.20; son of: Rapha (H7497A); brother of: Goliath (H1555), Ishbi-benob (H3430), Saph (H5593), Lahmi (H3902) § (BDB) tribute
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: garment, measure(-ing, meteyard, piece, size, (great) stature, tribute, wide. See also: Exodus 26:2; Isaiah 45:14; Psalms 39:5.
שֵׁנִ֗ית
shênîy
H8145
"second"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means second or again, like when Moses went up Mount Sinai a second time in Exodus 24:15-18. It can also mean another or something distinct.
Definition: 1) second 1a) second (the ordinal number) 1b) again (a second time) 1c) another, other (something as distinct from something else)
Usage: Occurs in 152 OT verses. KJV: again, either (of them), (an-) other, second (time). See also: Genesis 1:8; 1 Kings 6:1; Isaiah 11:11.
הֶחֱזִיק֙
châzaq
H2388
"to strengthen"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
To strengthen means to be strong or courageous, and can also mean to seize or conquer, as seen in various KJV translations.
Definition: : strengthen/support/encourage 1) to strengthen, prevail, harden, be strong, become strong, be courageous, be firm, grow firm, be resolute, be sore 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be strong, grow strong 1a1a) to prevail, prevail upon 1a1b) to be firm, be caught fast, be secure 1a1c) to press, be urgent 1a1d) to grow stout, grow rigid, grow hard (bad sense) 1a1e) to be severe, be grievous 1a2) to strengthen 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to make strong 1b2) to restore to strength, give strength 1b3) to strengthen, sustain, encourage 1b4) to make strong, make bold, encourage 1b5) to make firm 1b6) to make rigid, make hard 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to make strong, strengthen 1c2) to make firm 1c3) to display strength 1c4) to make severe 1c5) to support 1c6) to repair 1c7) to prevail, prevail upon 1c8) to have or take or keep hold of, retain, hold up, sustain, support 1c9) to hold, contain 1d) (Hithpael) 1d1) to strengthen oneself 1d2) to put forth strength, use one's strength 1d3) to withstand 1d4) to hold strongly with
Usage: Occurs in 266 OT verses. KJV: aid, amend, [idiom] calker, catch, cleave, confirm, be constant, constrain, continue, be of good (take) courage(-ous, -ly), encourage (self), be established, fasten, force, fortify, make hard, harden, help, (lay) hold (fast), lean, maintain, play the man, mend, become (wax) mighty, prevail, be recovered, repair, retain, seize, be (wax) sore, strengthen (self), be stout, be (make, shew, wax) strong(-er), be sure, take (hold), be urgent, behave self valiantly, withstand. See also: Genesis 19:16; 1 Chronicles 22:13; Psalms 27:14.
מַלְכִּיָּ֣ה
Malkîyâh
H4441
"Malchiah"
N-proper
Malchiah means my king is Jehovah, the name of ten Israelites. One Malchiah was the father of Pashhur, mentioned in Jeremiah 21:1. Malchiah was also the name of a priest in the time of David and Ezra.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at Jer.21.1; father of: Pashhur (H6583J) § Malchijah or Malchiah or Melchiah = "my king is Jehovah" 1) the father of Pashur in the time of Jeremiah 2) the son of Hammelech into whose dungeon Jeremiah was cast 3) the head of the 5th course of priests in the time of David 4) one of the priests who was at the reading of the law by Ezra, sealed the covenant with Nehemiah, and was at the dedication of the wall with Nehemiah 5) a Levite ancestor of Asaph and descendant of Levi through Gershon 6) son of Parosh who put away a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 7) son of Harim who put away a foreign wife and helped repair the wall and the Tower of Ovens in the time of Ezra and Nehemiah 8) son of Rechab, leader of the district of Beth Haccerem, who helped repair the Refuse Gate in the time of Nehemiah 9) a goldsmith who helped repair the wall in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Malchiah, Malchijah. See also: 1 Chronicles 6:25; Nehemiah 3:31; Jeremiah 21:1.
בֶן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
חָרִ֔ם
Chârim
H2766
"Harim"
N-proper
Harim means dedicated and refers to a priest or a family head who returned with Zerubbabel from exile. He is mentioned in Ezra and Nehemiah as a key figure in the post-exile community.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.2; also called Harim at Neh.10.5; 12.15; Nehum at Neh.7.7; Another name of re.chum (רְחוּם "Rehum" H7348A) § Harim = "dedicated" 1) a priest in the time of David who had charge of the 3rd course 2) head of a family of exiles totalling 1017 who returned with Zerubbabel 3) another head of a family of exiles totalling 320 who returned with Zerubbabel 4) a priest in the time of Nehemiah 5) a ruler of the people under Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: Harim. See also: 1 Chronicles 24:8; Nehemiah 3:11; Nehemiah 12:15.
וְ/חַשּׁ֖וּב
Chashshûwb
H2815
"Hasshub"
Conj | N-proper
Chashshub was the name of several Israelites, including a Merarite Levite chief and a son of Pahath-moab who helped repair Jerusalem's wall, as mentioned in Nehemiah 10:23. The name means considerate.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.10.23 § Hashub = "considerate" 1) a Merarite Levite chief, son of Azrikam 2) a son of Pahath-moab who assisted in the repair of the wall of Jerusalem 3) a man who assisted in the repair of the wall of Jerusalem; may be same as 2 above 4) one of the heads of the people who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Hashub, Hasshub. See also: 1 Chronicles 9:14; Nehemiah 3:23; Nehemiah 11:15.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
פַּחַ֣ת
Pachath Môwʼâb
H6355
"Pahath-moab"
N-proper
Pachath-moab was an Israelite who lived during the time of Exile and Return. His name means 'pit of Moab' and he is mentioned in Nehemiah 10:14 as a leader who signed a covenant.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.10.14 § Pahath-moab = "pit of Moab" 1) ancestor of one or two families of Israel who returned from exile in Babylon 2) a leader of the people, father of the wall rebuilder Hashub, and one who signed the covenant with Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Pahathmoab. See also: Ezra 2:6; Nehemiah 3:11; Nehemiah 10:15.
מוֹאָ֑ב
Pachath Môwʼâb
H6355
"Pahath-moab"
N-proper
Pachath-moab was an Israelite who lived during the time of Exile and Return. His name means 'pit of Moab' and he is mentioned in Nehemiah 10:14 as a leader who signed a covenant.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.10.14 § Pahath-moab = "pit of Moab" 1) ancestor of one or two families of Israel who returned from exile in Babylon 2) a leader of the people, father of the wall rebuilder Hashub, and one who signed the covenant with Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Pahathmoab. See also: Ezra 2:6; Nehemiah 3:11; Nehemiah 10:15.
וְ/אֵ֖ת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
מִגְדַּ֥ל
migdâl
H4026
"tower"
N-cs
Migdal means tower, referring to a tall structure or elevated stage. It can also symbolize a bed of flowers in the Bible.
Definition: 1) tower 1a) tower 1b) elevated stage, pulpit 1c) raised bed
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: castle, flower, tower. Compare the names following. See also: Genesis 11:4; Nehemiah 3:26; Psalms 48:13.
הַ/תַּנּוּרִֽים
tannûwr
H8574
"oven"
Art | N-mp
This Hebrew word for oven or furnace is used in the Bible to describe a place of fire and heat, as seen in Genesis. It can also symbolize God's refining fire, where His people are purified and transformed, like in Isaiah.
Definition: 1) furnace, oven, fire-pot, (portable) stove 1a) for cooking 1b) of God's wrath, His furnace (fig) 1c) of hunger, desire for evil 1d) fire-pot
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: furnace, oven. See also: Genesis 15:17; Nehemiah 12:38; Psalms 21:10.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 3:11
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- Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 3:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 3:11
- Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:11
- Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:11
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:11
- Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 3:11
- Barnes' Notes on Nehemiah 3:11
- Whedon's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:11
Context — The Builders of the Walls
9Next to them, Rephaiah son of Hur, ruler of a half-district of Jerusalem, made repairs;
10next to him, Jedaiah son of Harumaph made repairs across from his house; and next to him, Hattush son of Hashabneiah made repairs.
11Malchijah son of Harim and Hasshub son of Pahath-moab repaired another section, as well as the Tower of the Ovens.
12And next to them, Shallum son of Hallohesh, ruler of the other half-district of Jerusalem, made repairs, with the help of his daughters. 13The Valley Gate was repaired by Hanun and the residents of Zanoah. They rebuilt it, installed its doors, bolts, and bars, and repaired a thousand cubits of the wall as far as the Dung Gate.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nehemiah 12:38 | The second thanksgiving choir proceeded to the left, and I followed it with half the people along the top of the wall, past the Tower of the Ovens to the Broad Wall, |
| 2 | Ezra 2:6 | the descendants of Pahath-moab (through the line of Jeshua and Joab), 2,812; |
| 3 | Nehemiah 10:14 | And the leaders of the people: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani, |
| 4 | Nehemiah 10:5 | Harim, Meremoth, Obadiah, |
| 5 | Ezra 8:4 | from the descendants of Pahath-Moab, Eliehoenai son of Zerahiah, and with him 200 men; |
| 6 | Nehemiah 7:11 | the descendants of Pahath-moab (through the line of Jeshua and Joab), 2,818; |
Nehemiah 3:11 Summary
Nehemiah 3:11 tells us about two men, Malchijah and Hasshub, who worked together to fix a part of the wall in Jerusalem and the Tower of the Ovens. This shows us that when we work together, we can accomplish great things, just like the body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12:12-13). It also reminds us to pay attention to details and take care of the tasks God gives us, as encouraged in Colossians 3:23-24. By following their example, we can be part of building and restoring the things that are important to God.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were Malchijah and Hasshub in Nehemiah 3:11?
Malchijah son of Harim and Hasshub son of Pahath-moab were two individuals who worked together to repair a section of the wall in Jerusalem, as well as the Tower of the Ovens, as described in Nehemiah 3:11. Their collaboration is an example of how different people can come together to achieve a common goal, much like the body of Christ described in 1 Corinthians 12:12-13.
What was the significance of the Tower of the Ovens in Nehemiah 3:11?
The Tower of the Ovens was a specific location that Malchijah and Hasshub repaired, likely a strategic or important landmark in Jerusalem, highlighting the attention to detail and thoroughness of the repair work, much like the detailed instructions given by God for the construction of the tabernacle in Exodus 25:1-9.
How does Nehemiah 3:11 relate to the broader context of the book of Nehemiah?
Nehemiah 3:11 is part of a larger narrative about the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem, which symbolizes the restoration of God's people and the city, as prophesied in books like Isaiah 61:4 and Ezekiel 36:33-36.
What can we learn from the example of Malchijah and Hasshub in Nehemiah 3:11?
Their example teaches us the importance of teamwork, perseverance, and attention to detail in our service to God, as encouraged in Galatians 6:9-10 and Colossians 3:23-24.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can collaborate with others to achieve a common goal, just like Malchijah and Hasshub?
- How can I apply the principles of thoroughness and attention to detail in my own life and service to God?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to repair or rebuild, and how can I seek God's guidance and help in this process, as described in Psalm 51:10-12?
- In what ways can I be a part of restoring and rebuilding the spiritual walls of my community, as prophesied in Isaiah 58:12?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 3:11
Malchijah the son of Harim, and Hashub the son of Pahathmoab,.... The fathers of these were heads of families that came out of captivity with Zerubbabel, Ezra 2:6 repaired the other piece: or second
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 3:11
And next unto them repaired Rephaiah the son of Hur, the ruler of the half part of Jerusalem. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:11
Nehemiah 3:11 Malchijah the son of Harim, and Hashub the son of Pahathmoab, repaired the other piece, and the tower of the furnaces.Ver. 11. The son of Pahathmoab] This man might be a Moabite by stock or descent, and an Israelite by religion; like as Jether was by nature an Ishmaelite, 1 Chronicles 2:17, but by his faith an Israelite, 1 Chronicles 7:38. And the tower of the furnaces] That had furnaces or ovens under it; like as the library at Bonony hath an eating house and a wine cellar. In commendation of which situation Cardinal Bobba conceited that he had very wittily (indeed wickedly) applied that text, Proverbs 9:1-2, Wisdom hath builded her house, she hath also mingled her wine, she hath also furnished her table.
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:11
(11) The other piece.—This expression occurs a few times when the repairers have been mentioned as having repaired a first piece. But it occurs several times when there is no such mention; and in these cases, as here, must mean only what the margin indicates, a second measure, in relation to what had just been referred to.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:11
Verse 11. Repaired the other piece] That which was left by Jedaiah after he had repaired the wall opposite to his own house. Probably some of the principal people were obliged to repair those parts of the wall opposite to their own dwellings. Perhaps this was the case generally.
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 3:11
11. Harim … Pahath-moab] See on Ezra 2:6; Ezra 2:32. the other piece] R.V. another portion. This phrase, which occurs again in this chapter in Nehemiah 3:19-21; Nehemiah 3:24; Nehemiah 3:27; Nehemiah 3:30, has been explained, (1) (as the A.V.), as equivalent to ‘a further portion’ of the same section of wall, (2) as ‘a second portion’ of restoration-work undertaken by those mentioned in the verse. The latter is the more natural interpretation. There is this difficulty: whereas in Nehemiah 3:21; Nehemiah 3:27 we find the recurrence of names which have occurred earlier in the chapter (Nehemiah 3:4-5), in this verse and in 19, 20, 24, 30 the names of those who are said to repair ‘another portion’ are not mentioned again. Accordingly some commentators, laying stress on the point that in Nehemiah 3:19-21; Nehemiah 3:24; Nehemiah 3:27 the phrase is accompanied by a minute topographical notice, maintain that the words do not imply a second piece of work, but a special continuation of the work just mentioned. On the other hand, it should be observed that (1) Malchijah’s name at any rate recurs in Nehemiah 3:31; (2) in this portion of Nehemiah’s description ‘the gate of Ephraim’ is strangely altogether omitted, in spite of its great importance (cf. Nehemiah 8:16, Nehemiah 12:39): (3) it is on other grounds very probable that the complete list of those engaged on the work of restoration has not been preserved, and that numerous names have been lost. A recognition of the incompleteness of the list will fully meet the difficulty presented in this verse, and in Nehemiah 3:19-20; Nehemiah 3:24; Nehemiah 3:30. the tower of the furnaces] This tower lay between the gate of Ephraim and the gate of the valley (see Nehemiah 12:38). It may have stood a little to the N. of the modern citadel.
It was the fortress of the N.W. angle of the city, and probably constituted the chief fortification in connexion with the corner gate (2 Kings 14:13; 2 Chronicles 26:9; Jeremiah 31:38; Zechariah 14:10.
Barnes' Notes on Nehemiah 3:11
The other piece - Rather, “another piece” (as in Nehemiah 3:19, Nehemiah 3:21, Nehemiah 3:27, Nehemiah 3:30). It is conjectured that a verse has fallen out in which Malchijah’s and Hashub’s “first piece” was mentioned.
Whedon's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:11
11. The other piece — Or, as the margin, a second measure; that is, a section of the wall next adjoining the work of Hattush. The words seem to be equivalent to another section.