Nehemiah 3:27

Verse

And next to them, the Tekoites repaired another section, from a point opposite the great tower that juts out to the wall of Ophel.

American Standard Version (1901)

After him the Tekoites repaired another portion, over against the great tower that standeth out, and unto the wall of Ophel.

Bible in Basic English

After him the Tekoites were making good another part, opposite the great tower which comes out, and up to the wall of the Ophel.

Douay-Rheims 1899

After him the Thecuites built another measure over against, from the great tower that standeth out unto the wall of the temple.

Free Bible Version

Next were the Tekoites who repaired to another section opposite the great tower that extends to the wall of Ophel.

Geneva Bible 1599

After him fortified the Tekoites another portion ouer against the great tower, that lyeth out, euen vnto the wall of the fortresse.

King James (Authorized) Version

After them the Tekoites repaired another piece, over against the great tower that lieth out, even unto the wall of Ophel.

Translation for Translators

Next to him, men from Tekoa town repaired another section, from near the tall tower as far as the wall near Ophel Hill. That was the second section that they repaired.

Unlocked Literal Bible

After him the Tekoites repaired another section that was opposite the great projecting tower as far as the wall of Ophel.

Noah Webster Bible

After them the Tekoites repaired another piece, over against the great projecting tower, even to the wall of Ophel.

World English Bible

After him the Tekoites repaired another portion, opposite the great tower that stands out, and to the wall of Ophel.

Young's Literal Translation

After him have the Tekoites strengthened, a second measure, from over-against the great tower that goeth out, and unto the wall of Ophel.

Context

The Builders of the Walls

²⁶and the temple servants living on the hill of Ophel made repairs opposite the Water Gate toward the east and the tower that juts out.²⁷And next to them, the Tekoites repaired another section, from a point opposite the great tower that juts out to the wall of Ophel.

Sermons

From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Nehemiah) ch.3 & 4

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Summary

Nehemiah 3:27 describes the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem by the Levites, priests, and other people after its completion. This act of dedication signifies the restoration and protection of the city, highlighting the importance of unity and collaboration in achieving God's purposes. The verse showcases the commitment of the people to rebuild the wall, reflecting their faithfulness and obedience to God's call. It also serves as a reminder of the faithfulness of God in fulfilling His promises and restoring His people. Overall, Nehemiah 3:27 illustrates the significance of working together in God's kingdom to accomplish His will and bring about restoration.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

After them repaired Zadok the son of Immer, over against his house,.... After the last of the priests, this begun where they ended, and repaired as far as his house reached; and being, perhaps, a person of some note, his house might be a large one: after him repaired also Shemaiah, the son of Shechaniah, the keeper of the east gate; that is, of the temple; for the gates of the city having been burnt so long, it cannot be thought there should be a keeper of any of them.