Nehemiah 3:14
Nehemiah 3:14 in Multiple Translations
The Dung Gate was repaired by Malchijah son of Rechab, ruler of the district of Beth-haccherem. He rebuilt it and installed its doors, bolts, and bars.
But the dung gate repaired Malchiah the son of Rechab, the ruler of part of Beth-haccerem; he built it, and set up the doors thereof, the locks thereof, and the bars thereof.
And the dung gate repaired Malchijah the son of Rechab, the ruler of the district of Beth-haccherem; he built it, and set up the doors thereof, the bolts thereof, and the bars thereof.
And Malchijah, the son of Rechab, the ruler of the division of Beth-haccherem, made good the doorway of the waste, building it up and putting up its doors, with their locks and rods.
The Refuse Gate was repaired by Malchijah, son of Rechab, ruler of the district of Beth-haccherem, He rebuilt it and set up its doors, together with its bolts and bars.
But the dung port fortified Malchiah, the sonne of Rechab, the ruler of the fourth part of Beth-haccarem: he built it, and set on the doores thereof, the lockes thereof, and the barres thereof.
And the dung-gate hath Malchijah son of Rechab, head of the district of Beth-Haccerem, strengthened; he doth built it, and set up its doors, its locks, and its bars.
Malchijah the son of Rechab, the ruler of the district of Beth Haccherem, repaired the dung gate. He built it, and set up its doors, its bolts, and its bars.
But the dung-gate repaired Malchiah the son of Rechab, the ruler of part of Beth-haccerem; he built it, and set up its doors, its locks, and its bars.
And the gate of the dunghill Melchias the son of Rechab built, lord of the street of Bethacharam: he built it, and set up the doors thereof, and the locks, and the bars.
Malchijah the son of Rechab, who ruled Beth-Haccherem District, repaired the Dung Gate. He also put in their places the bolts and bars for locking the gate.
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Nehemiah 3:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אֵ֣ת
שַׁ֣עַר
הָ/אַשְׁפּ֗וֹת
הֶחֱזִיק֙
מַלְכִּיָּ֣ה
בֶן
רֵכָ֔ב
שַׂ֖ר
פֶּ֣לֶךְ
בֵּית
הַכָּ֑רֶם
ה֣וּא
יִבְנֶ֔/נּוּ
וְ/יַעֲמִיד֙
דַּלְתֹתָ֔י/ו
מַנְעֻלָ֖י/ו
וּ/בְרִיחָֽי/ו
וְ/אֵ֣ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
שַׁ֣עַר
shaʻar
H8179
gate
N-ms
הָ/אַשְׁפּ֗וֹת
ʼashpôth
H830
refuse
Art | N-ms
הֶחֱזִיק֙
châzaq
H2388
to strengthen
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
מַלְכִּיָּ֣ה
Malkîyâh
H4441
Malchiah
N-proper
בֶן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
רֵכָ֔ב
Rêkâb
H7394
Rechab
N-proper
שַׂ֖ר
sar
H8269
ruler
N-ms
פֶּ֣לֶךְ
pelek
H6418
district
N-ms
בֵּית
Bêyth hak-Kerem
H1021
Beth-haccherem
N-proper
הַכָּ֑רֶם
Bêyth hak-Kerem
H1021
Beth-haccherem
N-proper
ה֣וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
יִבְנֶ֔/נּוּ
bânâh
H1129
to build
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms | Suff
וְ/יַעֲמִיד֙
ʻâmad
H5975
to stand
Conj | V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms
דַּלְתֹתָ֔י/ו
deleth
H1817
door
N-fp | Suff
מַנְעֻלָ֖י/ו
manʻûwl
H4514
bolt
N-mp | Suff
וּ/בְרִיחָֽי/ו
bᵉrîyach
H1280
bar
Conj | N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 3:14
וְ/אֵ֣ת
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.
שַׁ֣עַר
shaʻar
H8179
"gate"
N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a gate or door, often referring to city entrances or temple doors, like in Genesis and Exodus. It can also symbolize a meeting place or marketplace. The word is used to describe important locations in the Bible.
Definition: : gate 1) gate 1a) gate (of entrance) 1b) gate (of space inside gate, i.e. marketplace, public meeting place) 1b1) city, town 1c) gate (of palace, royal castle, temple, court of tabernacle) 1d) heaven
Usage: Occurs in 302 OT verses. KJV: city, door, gate, port ([idiom] -er). See also: Genesis 19:1; 1 Chronicles 9:18; Psalms 9:14.
הָ/אַשְׁפּ֗וֹת
ʼashpôth
H830
"refuse"
Art | N-ms
This Hebrew word refers to a pile of trash or garbage, often translated as a dung hill. It appears in the Bible as a place where worthless things are thrown away. In some cases, it symbolizes a location of shame or disgust.
Definition: ash heap, refuse heap, dung-hill
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: dung (hill). See also: 1 Samuel 2:8; Nehemiah 3:14; Psalms 113:7.
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.
רֵכָ֔ב
Rêkâb
H7394
"Rechab"
N-proper
Rechab is a personal name in the Bible, meaning rider, and refers to several individuals, including a father of Jehonadab and a leader named Malchijah who helped repair Jerusalem's wall. The name appears in the books of Nehemiah and 2 Kings.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.3.14; father of: Malchijah (H4441N) § Rechab = "rider" 1) father of Jehonadab in the time of king Jehu of the northern kingdom of Israel 2) father of Malchijah, a leader of the district of Beth Haccerem and repairer of the wall of Jerusalem in the time of Nehemiah 3) one of the 2 captains whom Ishbosheth took into his service and who conspired to murder him Rechabites, of Rechab "rider" adj pr 4) descendants of Rechab
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: Rechab. See also: 2 Samuel 4:2; 1 Chronicles 2:55; Jeremiah 35:6.
שַׂ֖ר
sar
H8269
"ruler"
N-ms
A leader or person in charge, like a prince or captain, as seen in the Bible with King David and other rulers.
Definition: 1) prince, ruler, leader, chief, chieftain, official, captain 1a) chieftain, leader 1b) vassal, noble, official (under king) 1c) captain, general, commander (military) 1d) chief, head, overseer (of other official classes) 1e) heads, princes (of religious office) 1f) elders (of representative leaders of people) 1g) merchant-princes (of rank and dignity) 1h) patron-angel 1i) Ruler of rulers (of God) 1j) warden
Usage: Occurs in 368 OT verses. KJV: captain (that had rule), chief (captain), general, governor, keeper, lord,(-task-)master, prince(-ipal), ruler, steward. See also: Genesis 12:15; 1 Kings 22:32; 2 Chronicles 32:21.
פֶּ֣לֶךְ
pelek
H6418
"district"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word can refer to a district or region, like a specific area of land. It can also mean a spindle or a staff, as in the book of Isaiah. The KJV translates it as staff or participle.
Definition: 1) whirl of spindle, stick, district 1a) whirl of spindle, stick 1b) district, circuit
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: (di-) staff, participle See also: 2 Samuel 3:29; Nehemiah 3:15; Proverbs 31:19.
בֵּית
Bêyth hak-Kerem
H1021
"Beth-haccherem"
N-proper
Beth-haccherem, or house of the vineyard, is a place in Judah. The name describes a specific location in Palestine, likely a vineyard or a region known for its vineyards.
Definition: § Beth-haccerem = "house of the vineyard" a place in Judah
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Beth-haccerem. See also: Nehemiah 3:14; Jeremiah 6:1.
הַכָּ֑רֶם
Bêyth hak-Kerem
H1021
"Beth-haccherem"
N-proper
Beth-haccherem, or house of the vineyard, is a place in Judah. The name describes a specific location in Palestine, likely a vineyard or a region known for its vineyards.
Definition: § Beth-haccerem = "house of the vineyard" a place in Judah
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Beth-haccerem. See also: Nehemiah 3:14; Jeremiah 6:1.
ה֣וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
יִבְנֶ֔/נּוּ
bânâh
H1129
"to build"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms | Suff
The Hebrew word bânâh means to build something, like a house or a family. It can also mean to establish or repair something, and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) to build, rebuild, establish, cause to continue 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to build, rebuild 1a2) to build a house (ie, establish a family) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be built 1b2) to be rebuilt 1b3) established (of restored exiles) (fig.) 1b4) established (made permanent) 1b5) to be built up (of childless wife becoming the mother of a family through the children of a concubine) Aramaic equivalent: be.nah (בְּנָה "to build" H1124)
Usage: Occurs in 345 OT verses. KJV: (begin to) build(-er), obtain children, make, repair, set (up), [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 2:22; 1 Kings 8:48; 2 Chronicles 20:8.
וְ/יַעֲמִיד֙
ʻâmad
H5975
"to stand"
Conj | V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms
Means 'to stand' in a strong sense, like in Exodus 17:12 where Moses stood with his arms up to help Israel win a battle.
Definition: : stand/stop/establish 1) to stand, remain, endure, take one's stand 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to stand, take one's stand, be in a standing attitude, stand forth, take a stand, present oneself, attend upon, be or become servant of 1a2) to stand still, stop (moving or doing), cease 1a3) to tarry, delay, remain, continue, abide, endure, persist, be steadfast 1a4) to make a stand, hold one's ground 1a5) to stand upright, remain standing, stand up, rise, be erect, be upright 1a6) to arise, appear, come on the scene, stand forth, appear, rise up or against 1a7) to stand with, take one's stand, be appointed, grow flat, grow insipid 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to station, set 1b2) to cause to stand firm, maintain 1b3) to cause to stand up, cause to set up, erect 1b4) to present (one) before (king) 1b5) to appoint, ordain, establish 1c) (Hophal) to be presented, be caused to stand, be stood before
Usage: Occurs in 497 OT verses. KJV: abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry. See also: Genesis 18:8; Joshua 21:44; 1 Chronicles 6:17.
דַּלְתֹתָ֔י/ו
deleth
H1817
"door"
N-fp | Suff
A door is something that swings, like the valve of a door or gate. In the Bible, doors can represent entrance or access, as seen in Psalm 141:3 where David asks God to set a door on his lips.
Definition: door (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: door (two-leaved), gate, leaf, lid. (Psalm 141:3). See also: Genesis 19:6; 2 Chronicles 28:24; Psalms 78:23.
מַנְעֻלָ֖י/ו
manʻûwl
H4514
"bolt"
N-mp | Suff
A bolt, like a lock or a bar, is what this Hebrew word means. It is used in the Bible to describe a way to secure or fasten something, like a door or a gate.
Definition: bolt
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: lock. See also: Nehemiah 3:3; Nehemiah 3:14; Song of Solomon 5:5.
וּ/בְרִיחָֽי/ו
bᵉrîyach
H1280
"bar"
Conj | N-mp | Suff
A bar or bolt, often made of wood, used to secure city gates or as a symbol of tribulation. It represents a fortress or a prison.
Definition: 1) bar 1a) of wood 1b) of city gates 2) of tribulation, a fortress, of the earth as a prison (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: bar, fugitive. See also: Exodus 26:26; 2 Chronicles 14:6; Psalms 107:16.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 3:14
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 3:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:14
- Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 3:14
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- Sermons on Nehemiah 3:14
Context — The Builders of the Walls
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.
14The Dung Gate was repaired by Malchijah son of Rechab, ruler of the district of Beth-haccherem. He rebuilt it and installed its doors, bolts, and bars.
15The Fountain Gate was repaired by Shallun son of Col-hozeh, ruler of the district of Mizpah. He rebuilt it, roofed it, and installed its doors, bolts, and bars. He also repaired the wall of the Pool of Shelah near the king’s garden, as far as the stairs that descend from the City of David. 16Beyond him, Nehemiah son of Azbuk, ruler of a half-district of Beth-zur, made repairs up to a point opposite the tombs of David, as far as the artificial pool and the House of the Mighty.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeremiah 6:1 | “Run for cover, O sons of Benjamin; flee from Jerusalem! Sound the ram’s horn in Tekoa; send up a signal over Beth-haccherem, for disaster looms from the north, even great destruction. |
| 2 | Nehemiah 2:13 | So I went out at night through the Valley Gate toward the Well of the Serpent and the Dung Gate, and I inspected the walls of Jerusalem that had been broken down and the gates that had been destroyed by fire. |
| 3 | Nehemiah 3:12–13 | And next to them, Shallum son of Hallohesh, ruler of the other half-district of Jerusalem, made repairs, with the help of his daughters. The 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. |
| 4 | Nehemiah 3:9 | Next to them, Rephaiah son of Hur, ruler of a half-district of Jerusalem, made repairs; |
| 5 | Nehemiah 3:15–18 | The Fountain Gate was repaired by Shallun son of Col-hozeh, ruler of the district of Mizpah. He rebuilt it, roofed it, and installed its doors, bolts, and bars. He also repaired the wall of the Pool of Shelah near the king’s garden, as far as the stairs that descend from the City of David. Beyond him, Nehemiah son of Azbuk, ruler of a half-district of Beth-zur, made repairs up to a point opposite the tombs of David, as far as the artificial pool and the House of the Mighty. Next to him, the Levites made repairs under Rehum son of Bani, and next to him, Hashabiah, ruler of a half-district of Keilah, made repairs for his district. Next to him, their countrymen made repairs under Binnui son of Henadad, ruler of the other half-district of Keilah. |
| 6 | Nehemiah 12:31 | Then I brought the leaders of Judah up on the wall, and I appointed two great thanksgiving choirs. One was to proceed along the top of the wall to the right, toward the Dung Gate. |
Nehemiah 3:14 Summary
This verse tells us about a man named Malchijah who helped repair a gate in Jerusalem called the Dung Gate. He was a ruler of a district and took responsibility for fixing the gate, which was an important part of the city's defense and sanitation. Just like Malchijah, we all have a role to play in serving and building up our communities, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31. By taking responsibility and working together, we can accomplish great things and bring glory to God, just as the Israelites did when they rebuilt the walls of Jerusalem (Nehemiah 6:15-16).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Malchijah and what was his role in the repair of the walls of Jerusalem?
Malchijah was the son of Rechab and the ruler of the district of Beth-haccherem, and he was responsible for repairing the Dung Gate, as seen in Nehemiah 3:14. His role was similar to that of other rulers who oversaw the repair of different sections of the wall, such as Shallum in Nehemiah 3:12.
What is the significance of the Dung Gate in the context of Jerusalem's walls?
The Dung Gate was one of the gates of Jerusalem that needed repair, and its restoration was crucial for the city's defense and sanitation, as implied in Nehemiah 3:13-14. The gate's name suggests it may have been used for disposing of waste, and its repair would have improved the city's overall condition.
How does the repair of the Dung Gate relate to the broader theme of Nehemiah's mission?
The repair of the Dung Gate, along with other gates and sections of the wall, was part of Nehemiah's overall mission to restore Jerusalem's walls and gates, as seen in Nehemiah 2:17-18 and Nehemiah 6:15-16. This effort was not only about physical reconstruction but also about spiritual renewal, as noted in Nehemiah 8:1-18.
What can we learn from Malchijah's example in this verse?
Malchijah's example teaches us about the importance of individual responsibility and contribution to a larger community project, as seen in Nehemiah 3:14. His actions demonstrate that everyone has a role to play in serving and building up the community, just as the body of Christ is composed of many members with different functions, as described in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to take responsibility and contribute to the greater good, just like Malchijah did with the Dung Gate?
- How can I apply the principle of individual responsibility to my own community or church, and what role can I play in serving and building up others?
- What are some 'gates' or areas in my life that need repair or restoration, and how can I seek God's guidance and help to address them?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my commitment to the community and to God's work, just as Malchijah and other rulers did in Nehemiah's time?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 3:14
But the dung gate repaired Malchiah the son of Rechab,.... If this was one of the Rechabites, they were forbid to build houses, Jeremiah 35:7 but, perhaps, though they might not build private houses
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 3:14
But the dung gate repaired Malchiah the son of Rechab, the ruler of part of Bethhaccerem; he built it, and set up the doors thereof, the locks thereof, and the bars thereof.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:14
Beth-haccerem; a town or territory, the government whereof was divided between two persons.
Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:14
Nehemiah 3:14 But the dung gate repaired Malchiah the son of Rechab, the ruler of part of Bethhaccerem; he built it, and set up the doors thereof, the locks thereof, and the bars thereof.Ver. 14. But the dung gate repaired Malchiah the son of Rechab] That is, of the noble family of the Rechabites. A ruler he was, and yet disdaineth not to repair the dung gate. All God’ s work is honourable. Angels are God’ s executioners, as at Sodom. Magistrates and ministers must do their utmost, by discipline and otherwise, to cause the false prophets (that filth) and the unclean spirit to pass out of the land, as by a dung gate, Zechariah 13:2. Every man must sweep his own door, that we may have a clean street.
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:14
(14) The son of Rechab.—Not “a son,” as if it meant that he was a Rechabite. Part of Beth-haccerem.—The district around that place.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:14
Verse 14. Beth-haccerem] A village or town in the tribe of Benjamin. See Jeremiah 6:1.
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 3:14
14. But] R.V. And.Malchiah] R.V. Malchijah. It is the same spelling as the ‘Malchijah’ in Nehemiah 3:11. ‘the son of Rechab.’ Not necessarily a Rechabite. The Rechabites were forbidden to dwell in houses (Jeremiah 35:7). of part of Beth-haccerem] R.V. of the district of Beth-haccherem. Beth-haccherem (the house of the vineyard) is mentioned in Jeremiah 6:1. It seems to have been due S. of Jerusalem, between Bethlehem and Tekoa. It is frequently identified with a well-known spot 6 or 7 miles S. of Jerusalem, the Frank Mountain (Arab. Jebel Ferdis = Hill of Paradise or Orchard), where are to be seen the remains of the Herodium, the castle built by Herod the Great.
It is called ‘the Frank Mountain’ because tradition connects it with the stubborn resistance of the Crusaders against the Moslems. It commands one of the most beautiful views over the Dead Sea to be obtained near Jerusalem. doors thereof, &c.] Cf. note on Nehemiah 3:3.
Whedon's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:14
14. Part of Beth-haccerem — Or, district of Beth-haccerem. Comp. note on Nehemiah 3:9. This city, which, like Jerusalem and some other cities, (comp.
Sermons on Nehemiah 3:14
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Breaking the Bondage of an Ungodly Heritage by Don Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the concept of breaking the chains of an ungodly heritage. He criticizes the idea that individuals are not personally responsible for their ac |
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From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Nehemiah) ch.3 & 4 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being vigilant against the enemy while remaining committed to God's work. The people in the story were wholeheartedly servi |
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Greenwood Hills Conference 1989-01 Nehemiah 1 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not being idle in the work of the Lord. He highlights the need for accountability in our assemblies and on the foreign fiel |
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The Power of Thanksgiving by David Davis | This sermon emphasizes the power of thanksgiving, highlighting the importance of having a grateful heart and being a thankful person. It explores the impact of thanksgiving on spir |