Nehemiah 7:71
Nehemiah 7:71 in Multiple Translations
And some of the heads of the families gave to the treasury for the project 20,000 darics of gold and 2,200 minas of silver.
And some of the chief of the fathers gave to the treasure of the work twenty thousand drams of gold, and two thousand and two hundred pound of silver.
And some of the heads of fathers’ houses gave into the treasury of the work twenty thousand darics of gold, and two thousand and two hundred pounds of silver.
And some of the heads of families gave into the store for the work twenty thousand darics of gold, and two thousand, two hundred pounds of silver.
Some of the family leaders donated to the treasury for the work 20,000 darics of gold and 2,200 minas of silver.
And some of the chiefe fathers gaue vnto the treasure of the worke, twentie thousand drams of golde, and two thousande and two hundreth pieces of siluer.
And of the heads of the fathers they have given to the treasure of the work, of gold, drams two myriads, and of silver, pounds two thousand and two hundred.
Some of the heads of fathers’ households gave into the treasury of the work twenty thousand darics of gold, and two thousand two hundred minas of silver.
And some of the chief of the fathers gave to the treasure of the work, twenty thousand drams of gold, and two thousand and two hundred pounds of silver.
And some of the heads of families gave to the treasure of the work, twenty thousand drama of gold, and two thousand two hundred pounds of silver.
Some of the leaders of the clans gave a total of ◄337 pounds/153 kg.► of gold, and ◄3,215 pounds/1,460 kg.► of silver.
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Nehemiah 7:71 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/אֲשֶׁ֣ר
נָתְנוּ֮
שְׁאֵרִ֣ית
הָ/עָם֒
זָהָ֗ב
דַּרְכְּמוֹנִים֙
שְׁתֵּ֣י
רִבּ֔וֹא
וְ/כֶ֖סֶף
מָנִ֣ים
אַלְפָּ֑יִם
וְ/כָתְנֹ֥ת
כֹּֽהֲנִ֖ים
שִׁשִּׁ֥ים
וְ/שִׁבְעָֽה
וַ/אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Conj | Rel
נָתְנוּ֮
nâthan
H5414
to give
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
שְׁאֵרִ֣ית
shᵉʼêrîyth
H7611
remnant
N-fs
הָ/עָם֒
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Art | N-ms
זָהָ֗ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
N-ms
דַּרְכְּמוֹנִים֙
darkᵉmôwn
H1871
drachma
N-mp
שְׁתֵּ֣י
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj
רִבּ֔וֹא
ribbôw
H7239
ten thousand
Adj
וְ/כֶ֖סֶף
keçeph
H3701
silver
Conj | N-ms
מָנִ֣ים
mâneh
H4488
mina
N-mp
אַלְפָּ֑יִם
ʼeleph
H505
thousand
Adj
וְ/כָתְנֹ֥ת
kᵉthôneth
H3801
tunic
Conj | N-fp
כֹּֽהֲנִ֖ים
kôhên
H3548
priest
N-mp
שִׁשִּׁ֥ים
shishshîym
H8346
sixty
Adj
וְ/שִׁבְעָֽה
shebaʻ
H7651
seven
Conj | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 7:71
וַ/אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Conj | Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
נָתְנוּ֮
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.
Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon
Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.
שְׁאֵרִ֣ית
shᵉʼêrîyth
H7611
"remnant"
N-fs
The Hebrew word for remnant refers to what is left after something has been destroyed or taken away, like the Israelites who survived the Babylonian exile. It appears in books like Isaiah and Jeremiah. The concept of a remnant is key to God's plan for his people.
Definition: 1) rest, residue, remainder, remnant 1a) rest, what is left 1b) remainder, descendants
Usage: Occurs in 66 OT verses. KJV: that had escaped, be left, posterity, remain(-der), remnant, residue, rest. See also: Genesis 45:7; Jeremiah 42:19; Psalms 76:11.
הָ/עָם֒
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Art | N-ms
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
זָהָ֗ב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
N-ms
Gold is a valuable metal, also used to describe something yellow or brilliant, like oil or a clear sky. It is often mentioned in the Bible as a precious resource.
Definition: 1) gold 1a) as precious metal 1b) as a measure of weight 1c) of brilliance, splendour (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: de.hav (דְּהַב "gold" H1722)
Usage: Occurs in 336 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en), fair weather. See also: Genesis 2:11; Numbers 7:26; 1 Chronicles 28:17.
דַּרְכְּמוֹנִים֙
darkᵉmôwn
H1871
"drachma"
N-mp
A drachma was a type of coin used in ancient Palestine, made of gold or silver. It was a unit of currency, and its value was based on its weight in gold or silver.
Definition: 1) daric, drachma, dram, unit of measure 1a) a gold coin current in Palestine in the period after the return from Babylon; 128 grains (8.32 grams) of gold and 128 grains of silver
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: dram. See also: Ezra 2:69; Nehemiah 7:70; Nehemiah 7:71.
שְׁתֵּ֣י
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
רִבּ֔וֹא
ribbôw
H7239
"ten thousand"
Adj
Means a very large number, like ten thousand, or an indefinitely big amount, used to describe something enormous or countless.
Definition: ten thousand, myriad Aramaic equivalent: rib.bo (רִבּוֹ "myriad" H7240)
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: great things, ten ((eight) -een, (for) -ty, [phrase] sixscore, [phrase] threescore, [idiom] twenty, (twen) -ty) thousand. See also: 1 Chronicles 29:7; Nehemiah 7:71; Psalms 68:18.
וְ/כֶ֖סֶף
keçeph
H3701
"silver"
Conj | N-ms
Silver or money, often referring to payment or wealth, like the silver talents in Matthew 25. It can also describe silver as a valuable metal or ornament.
Definition: : money/payment/silver 1) silver, money 1a) silver 1a1) as metal 1a2) as ornament 1a3) as colour 1b) money, shekels, talents
Usage: Occurs in 343 OT verses. KJV: money, price, silver(-ling). See also: Genesis 13:2; Numbers 22:18; 2 Chronicles 1:17.
מָנִ֣ים
mâneh
H4488
"mina"
N-mp
A mina is a fixed weight or measured amount, often equal to 60 shekels of silver or 100 shekels of gold. In biblical times, this term was used to describe a specific unit of weight or currency, such as in the book of Ezekiel where it is used to describe a standard unit of measurement.
Definition: 1) maneh, mina, pound 1a) 60 shekels and 1/50 talent (of silver) 1a1) 1/60 talent in early Babylonian standard 1b) 100 shekels and 1/100 talent (of gold) Aramaic equivalent: me.ne (מְנֵא "mina" H4484)
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: maneh, pound. See also: 1 Kings 10:17; Nehemiah 7:70; Ezekiel 45:12.
אַלְפָּ֑יִם
ʼeleph
H505
"thousand"
Adj
A thousand, as in Exodus 20:6 where God shows love to thousands of people. It represents a large number or a company of people under one leader, like an army or a group of soldiers.
Definition: : thousand 1) a thousand 1a) as numeral 2) a thousand, company 2a) as a company of men under one leader, troops
Usage: Occurs in 390 OT verses. KJV: thousand. See also: Genesis 20:16; Joshua 3:4; 2 Kings 18:23.
וְ/כָתְנֹ֥ת
kᵉthôneth
H3801
"tunic"
Conj | N-fp
A tunic was a long, shirt-like garment, often made of linen, worn by people like Joseph in Genesis 37:3.
Definition: 1) tunic, under-garment 1a) a long shirt-like garment usually of linen
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: coat, garment, robe. See also: Genesis 3:21; Leviticus 8:7; Isaiah 22:21.
כֹּֽהֲנִ֖ים
kôhên
H3548
"priest"
N-mp
In the Bible, a priest is a person who serves God and leads others in worship, like the Levitical priests in Exodus. They were responsible for making sacrifices and following God's laws. This term is also used to describe Jesus as a priest-king.
Definition: 1) priest, principal officer or chief ruler 1a) priest-king (Melchizedek, Messiah) 1b) pagan priests 1c) priests of Jehovah 1d) Levitical priests 1e) Zadokite priests 1f) Aaronic priests 1g) the high priest Aramaic equivalent: ka.hen (כָּהֵן "priest" H3549)
Usage: Occurs in 653 OT verses. KJV: chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer. See also: Genesis 14:18; Leviticus 13:33; Numbers 17:2.
שִׁשִּׁ֥ים
shishshîym
H8346
"sixty"
Adj
This Hebrew word represents the number sixty, often used to describe large quantities, like the sixty warriors who guarded King Solomon. It is also translated as three score, as seen in Psalm 90:10.
Definition: sixty, three score Aramaic equivalent: shit.tin (שִׁתִּין "sixty" H8361)
Usage: Occurs in 56 OT verses. KJV: sixty, three score. See also: Genesis 5:15; 1 Chronicles 2:21; Isaiah 7:8.
וְ/שִׁבְעָֽה
shebaʻ
H7651
"seven"
Conj | Adj
This word means the number seven, which was considered a special or sacred number. It can also mean seven times or a week, and is used in the Bible to describe completeness or perfection. The KJV translates it as seven or sevenfold.
Definition: 1) seven (cardinal number) 1a) as ordinal number 1b) in combination-17, 700 etc Aramaic equivalent: shiv.ah (שִׁבְעָה "seven" H7655)
Usage: Occurs in 344 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] by) seven(-fold),-s, (-teen, -teenth), -th, times). Compare H7658 (שִׁבְעָנָה). See also: Genesis 4:24; Leviticus 23:15; 2 Samuel 21:6.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 7:71
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- Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 7:71
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 7:71
- Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 7:71
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 7:71
- Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 7:71
- Sermons on Nehemiah 7:71
Context — Offerings by the Exiles
69435 camels, and 6,720 donkeys.
70Some of the heads of the families contributed to the project. The governor gave to the treasury 1,000 darics of gold, 50 bowls, and 530 priestly garments.
71And some of the heads of the families gave to the treasury for the project 20,000 darics of gold and 2,200 minas of silver.
72The rest of the people gave a total of 20,000 darics of gold, 2,000 minas of silver, and 67 priestly garments. 73So the priests, Levites, gatekeepers, singers, and temple servants, along with some of the people and the rest of the Israelites, settled in their own towns. And by the seventh month the Israelites had settled in their towns.Cross References
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| 1 | 2 Corinthians 8:12 | For if the eagerness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what he does not have. |
| 2 | Luke 21:1–4 | Then Jesus looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury, and He saw a poor widow put in two small copper coins. “Truly I tell you,” He said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others. For they all contributed out of their surplus, but she out of her poverty has put in all she had to live on.” |
| 3 | Job 34:19 | who is not partial to princes and does not favor rich over poor? For they are all the work of His hands. |
Nehemiah 7:71 Summary
[This verse shows us that the heads of the families in Jerusalem were very generous in giving to the work of rebuilding the temple, with 20,000 darics of gold and 2,200 minas of silver. This is an example of how God's people can come together to support a common goal, as seen in 2 Corinthians 9:7, where we are encouraged to give cheerfully and generously. The large amount of gold and silver given demonstrates their commitment to the project and their desire to honor God. As we consider our own giving and generosity, we can learn from the example of the heads of the families in this verse, and seek to give cheerfully and generously to support the work of the Lord, as seen in Matthew 6:21, where our heart is where our treasure is.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the large amount of gold and silver given by the heads of the families in Nehemiah 7:71?
The large amount of gold and silver given by the heads of the families demonstrates their generosity and commitment to the project of rebuilding the temple, as seen in Ezra 2:68-69, where the people also gave freely to support the work of the Lord.
What is a daric, and how much is it worth?
A daric is an ancient Persian gold coin, and its value is not directly equivalent to modern currency, but it represents a significant amount of wealth, as noted in Ezra 8:27, where darics are used to weigh gold and silver.
Why did the heads of the families give so much to the treasury for the project?
The heads of the families gave to the treasury to support the work of rebuilding the temple, as an act of worship and obedience to God, as seen in Malachi 3:10, where the people are encouraged to bring their tithes to the storehouse to support the work of the Lord.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Nehemiah?
This verse relates to the overall theme of Nehemiah, which is the restoration of the people of God and the rebuilding of the temple, as seen in Nehemiah 1:3, where Nehemiah is burdened by the state of the temple and the people, and seeks to restore them to their former glory.
Reflection Questions
- What motivates you to give generously to the work of the Lord, and how can you apply this principle in your own life?
- How does this verse inspire you to prioritize your own giving and generosity, and what steps can you take to make a greater impact for the Kingdom of God?
- What does this verse teach us about the importance of collective giving and community support for the work of the Lord?
- How can we, like the heads of the families in this verse, demonstrate our commitment to the work of the Lord through our own giving and service?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 7:71
And some of the chief of the fathers gave to the treasure of the work,.... To be put into the treasure, out of which the expenses of the temple, and service of it were defrayed: twenty thousand
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 7:71
And some of the chief of the fathers gave to the treasure of the work twenty thousand drams of gold, and two thousand and two hundred pound of silver. Pound of silver - i:e., mina (sixty shekels, or 9 British pounds).
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 7:71
(5-73) The genealogical reckoning of the people, as the first step towards increasing the population of the metropolis, is determined on, not without express Divine suggestion; the allusion to this inspiration from God, is, as in Nehemiah 2:12, very emphatic. The original register of Zerubbabelis found and copied. The express language of both Ezra and Nehemiah makes it plain that this is no other than the list of those who came up with Zerubbabel and Joshua after the decree of Cyrus, in B.C. 538. Nehemiah’s own census follows, in Nehemiah 11. The exposition, especially as compared with Ezra 2, has been given on that chapter.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 7:71
Verse 71. Two thousand and two hundred pounds] The Septuagint has two thousand THREE hundred minae of silver.
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 7:71
71. to the treasure] R.V. into the treasury.pound] R.V. marg. ‘Heb. maneh’.
Sermons on Nehemiah 7:71
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Obedience and the Way of the Cross by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of falling into the ground and dying to bear much fruit, following the way of the cross, and being filled with the Holy Spirit continuously. I |
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Raising Support by George Verwer | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of financial support for the work of God. He emphasizes the need for a vision in order to make the process of gathering support |
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Resourcing God's Work by George Verwer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a vision for the work of God. He mentions that while there are many ideas and visions in the Christian world, it is |
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Seeing Material Things From Gods Viewpoint by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of having a righteous and faithful approach towards handling money, drawing insights from biblical teachings. It highlights the need to trust |
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Entire Consecration by Andrew Murray | Andrew Murray emphasizes the profound mystery of entire consecration to God, illustrating that all we possess comes from Him and that our privilege is to return it willingly. He ou |
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Consecration by Andrew Murray | Andrew Murray emphasizes the profound mystery of consecration, illustrating that all we have comes from God, and thus, we are called to willingly give back to Him what is already H |
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The Children of Israel and the Children by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the importance of giving and separation to God, drawing parallels between the children of Israel and modern believers. He highlights that true commitment to G |