1 Then Eliashib the high priest rose up with his brethren the priests, and they builded the sheep gate; they sanctified it, and set up the doors of it; even unto the tower of Hammeah they sanctified it, unto the tower of Hananel.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Then Eliashib H475 (אֶלְיָשִׁיב) — Eljashib, the name of six Israelites
- the high H1419 (גָּדוֹל) — great (in any sense); hence, older; also insolent
- priest H3548 (כֹּהֵן) — literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman)
- rose up H6965 (קוּם) — to rise (in various applications, literal, figurative, intensive and causative)
- with his brethren H251 (אָח) — a brother (used in the widest sense of literal relationship and metaphorical affinity or resemblance [like 1])
- the priests H3548 (כֹּהֵן) — literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman)
- and they builded H1129 (בָּנָה) — to build (literally and figuratively)
- the sheep H6629 (צֹאן) — a collective name for a flock (of sheep or goats); also figuratively (of men)
- gate H8179 (שַׁעַר) — an opening, i.e. door or gate
- they sanctified H6942 (קָדַשׁ) — to be (causatively, make, pronounce or observe as) clean (ceremonially or morally)
- it, and set up H5975 (עָמַד) — to stand, in various relations (literal and figurative, intransitive and transitive)
- the doors H1817 (דֶּלֶת) — something swinging, i.e. the valve of a door
- of it; even unto the tower H4026 (מִגְדָּל) — a tower (from its size or height); by analogy, a rostrum; figuratively, a (pyramidal) bed of flowers
- of Meah H3968 (מֵאָה) — Meah, a tower in Jerusalem
- it, unto the tower H4026 (מִגְדָּל) — a tower (from its size or height); by analogy, a rostrum; figuratively, a (pyramidal) bed of flowers
- of Hananeel H2606 (חֲנַנְאֵל) — Chananel, probably an Israelite, from whom a tower of Jerusalem was named
2 And next unto him builded the men of Jericho. And next to them builded Zaccur the son of Imri.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And next unto him H3027 (יָד) — a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from 3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great variety of a…
- builded H1129 (בָּנָה) — to build (literally and figuratively)
- the men H582 (אֱנוֹשׁ) — properly, a mortal (and thus differing from the more dignified 120); hence, a man in general (singly or collectively)
- of Jericho H3405 (יְרִיחוֹ) — Jericho or Jerecho, a place in Palestine
- And next to them builded H1129 (בָּנָה) — to build (literally and figuratively)
- Zaccur H2139 (זַכּוּר) — Zakkur, the name of seven Israelites
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Imri H566 (אִמְרִי) — Imri, the name of two Israelites
3 And the fish gate did the sons of Hassenaah build; they laid the beams thereof, and set up the doors thereof, the bolts thereof, and the bars thereof.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- But the fish H1709 (דָּג) — a fish (often used collectively)
- gate H8179 (שַׁעַר) — an opening, i.e. door or gate
- did the sons H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Hassenaah H5570 (סְנָאָה) — Senaah, a place in Palestine
- build H1129 (בָּנָה) — to build (literally and figuratively)
- laid the beams H7136 (קָרָה) — to light upon (chiefly by accident); causatively, to bring about; specifically, to impose timbers (for roof or floor)
- thereof, and set up H5975 (עָמַד) — to stand, in various relations (literal and figurative, intransitive and transitive)
- the doors H1817 (דֶּלֶת) — something swinging, i.e. the valve of a door
- thereof, the locks H4514 (מַנְעוּל) — a bolt
- thereof, and the bars H1280 (בְּרִיחַ) — a bolt
4 And next unto them repaired Meremoth the son of Uriah, the son of Hakkoz. And next unto them repaired Meshullam the son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabel. And next unto them repaired Zadok the son of Baana.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And next unto them H3027 (יָד) — a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from 3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great variety of a…
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Meremoth H4822 (מְרֵמוֹת) — Meremoth, the name of two Israelites
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Urijah H223 (אוּרִיָּה) — Urijah, the name of one Hittite and five Israelites
- of Koz H6976 (קוֹץ) — Kots, the name of two Israelites
- Meshullam H4918 (מְשֻׁלָּם) — Meshullam, the name of seventeen Israelites
- of Berechiah H1296 (בֶּרֶכְיָה) — Berekjah, the name of six Israelites
- of Meshezabeel H4898 (מְשֵׁיזַבְאֵל) — Meshezabel, an Israelite
- Zadok H6659 (צָדוֹק) — Tsadok, the name of eight or nine Israelites
- of Baana H1195 (בַּעֲנָא) — Baana, the name of four Israelite
5 And next unto them the Tekoites repaired; but their nobles put not their necks to the work of their lord.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And next unto them H3027 (יָד) — a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from 3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great variety of a…
- the Tekoites H8621 (תְּקוֹעִי) — a Tekoite or inhabitant of Tekoah
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- but their nobles H117 (אַדִּיר) — wide or (generally) large; figuratively, powerful
- put H935 (בּוֹא) — to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)
- not their necks H6677 (צַוָּאר) — the back of the neck (as that on which burdens are bound)
- to the work H5656 (עֲבֹדָה) — work of any kind
- of their Lord H113 (אָדוֹן) — sovereign, i.e. controller (human or divine)
6 And the old gate repaired Joiada the son of Paseah and Meshullam the son of Besodeiah; they laid the beams thereof, and set up the doors thereof, and the bolts thereof, and the bars thereof.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Moreover the old H3465 (יָשָׁן) — old
- gate H8179 (שַׁעַר) — an opening, i.e. door or gate
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Jehoiada H3111 (יוֹיָדָע) — Jojada, the name of two Israelites
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Paseah H6454 (פָּסֵחַ) — Paseach, the name of two Israelites
- and Meshullam H4918 (מְשֻׁלָּם) — Meshullam, the name of seventeen Israelites
- of Besodeiah H1152 (בְּסוֹדְיָה) — Besodejah, an Israelite
- they laid the beams H7136 (קָרָה) — to light upon (chiefly by accident); causatively, to bring about; specifically, to impose timbers (for roof or floor)
- thereof, and set up H5975 (עָמַד) — to stand, in various relations (literal and figurative, intransitive and transitive)
- the doors H1817 (דֶּלֶת) — something swinging, i.e. the valve of a door
- thereof, and the locks H4514 (מַנְעוּל) — a bolt
- thereof, and the bars H1280 (בְּרִיחַ) — a bolt
7 And next unto them repaired Melatiah the Gibeonite, and Jadon the Meronothite, the men of Gibeon, and of Mizpah, that appertained to the throne of the governor beyond the River.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And next unto them H3027 (יָד) — a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from 3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great variety of a…
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Melatiah H4424 (מְלַטְיָה) — Melatjah, a Gibeonite
- the Gibeonite H1393 (גִּבְעֹנִי) — a Gibonite, or inhabitant of Gibon
- and Jadon H3036 (יָדוֹן) — Jadon, an Israelite
- the Meronothite H4824 (מֵרֹנֹתִי) — a Meronothite, or inhabitant of some (otherwise unknown) Meronoth.
- the men H582 (אֱנוֹשׁ) — properly, a mortal (and thus differing from the more dignified 120); hence, a man in general (singly or collectively)
- of Gibeon H1391 (גִּבְעוֹן) — Gibon, a place in Palestine
- and of Mizpah H4709 (מִצְפָּה) — Mitspah, the name of two places in Palestine
- unto the throne H3678 (כִּסֵּא) — properly, covered, i.e. a throne (as canopied)
- of the governor H6346 (פֶּחָה) — a prefect (of a city or small district)
- on this side H5676 (עֵבֶר) — properly, a region across; but used only adverbially (with or without a preposition) on the opposite side (especially of the Jordan; ususally meaning the east)
- the river H5104 (נָהָר) — a stream (including the sea; expectation the Nile, Euphrates, etc.); figuratively, prosperity
8 Next unto him repaired Uzziel the son of Harhaiah, goldsmiths. And next unto him repaired Hananiah one of the perfumers, and they fortified Jerusalem even unto the broad wall.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Next unto him H3027 (יָד) — a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from 3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great variety of a…
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Uzziel H5816 (עֻזִּיאֵל) — Uzziel, the name of six Israelites
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Harhaiah H2736 (חַרְהֲיָה) — Charhajah, an Israelite
- of the goldsmiths H6884 (צָרַף) — to fuse (metal), i.e. refine (literally or figuratively)
- also repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Hananiah H2608 (חֲנַנְיָה) — Chananjah, the name of thirteen Israelites
- the apothecaries H7546 (רַקָּח) — a male perfumer
- and they fortified H5800 (עָזַב) — to loosen, i.e. relinquish, permit, etc.
- Jerusalem H3389 (יְרוּשָׁלִַ͏ם) — Jerushalaim or Jerushalem, the capital city of Palestine
- unto the broad H7342 (רָחָב) — roomy, in any (or every) direction, literally or figuratively
- wall H2346 (חוֹמָה) — a wall of protection
9 And next unto them repaired Rephaiah the son of Hur, the ruler of half the district of Jerusalem.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And next unto them H3027 (יָד) — a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from 3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great variety of a…
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Rephaiah H7509 (רְפָיָה) — Rephajah, the name of five Israelites
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Hur H2354 (חוּר) — Chur, the name of four Israelites and one Midianite
- the ruler H8269 (שַׂר) — a head person (of any rank or class)
- of the half H2677 (חֵצִי) — the half or middle
- part H6418 (פֶּלֶךְ) — a circuit (i.e. district); also a spindle (as whirled); hence, a crutch
- of Jerusalem H3389 (יְרוּשָׁלִַ͏ם) — Jerushalaim or Jerushalem, the capital city of Palestine
10 And next unto them repaired Jedaiah the son of Harumaph, over against his house. And next unto him repaired Hattush the son of Hashabneiah.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And next unto them H3027 (יָד) — a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from 3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great variety of a…
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Jedaiah H3042 (יְדָיָה) — Jedajah, the name of two Israelites
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Harumaph H2739 (חֲרוּמַף) — Charumaph, an Israelite
- even over against his house H1004 (בַּיִת) — a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
- And next unto him H3027 (יָד) — a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from 3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great variety of a…
- Hattush H2407 (חַטּוּשׁ) — Chattush, the name of four or five Israelites
- of Hashabniah H2813 (חֲשַׁבְנְיָה) — Chashabnejah, the name of two Israelites
11 Malchijah the son of Harim, and Hasshub the son of Pahath-moab, repaired another portion, and the tower of the furnaces.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Malchijah H4441 (מַלְכִּיָּה) — Malkijah, the name of ten Israelites
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Harim H2766 (חָרִם) — Charim, an Israelite
- and Hashub H2815 (חַשּׁוּב) — Chashshub, the name of two or three Israelites
- of Pahath–moab H6355 (פַּחַת מוֹאָב) — Pachath-Moab, an Israelite
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- the other H8145 (שֵׁנִי) — properly, double, i.e. second; also adverbially, again
- piece H4060 (מִדָּה) — properly, extension, i.e. height or breadth; also a measure (including its standard); hence a portion (as measured) or a vestment; specifically, tribute (as mea…
- and the tower H4026 (מִגְדָּל) — a tower (from its size or height); by analogy, a rostrum; figuratively, a (pyramidal) bed of flowers
- of the furnaces H8574 (תַּנּוּר) — a fire-pot
12 And next unto him repaired Shallum the son of Hallohesh, the ruler of half the district of Jerusalem, he and his daughters.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And next unto him H3027 (יָד) — a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from 3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great variety of a…
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Shallum H7967 (שַׁלּוּם) — Shallum, the name of fourteen Israelites
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Halohesh H3873 (לוֹחֵשׁ) — Lochesh, an Israelite
- the ruler H8269 (שַׂר) — a head person (of any rank or class)
- of the half H2677 (חֵצִי) — the half or middle
- part H6418 (פֶּלֶךְ) — a circuit (i.e. district); also a spindle (as whirled); hence, a crutch
- of Jerusalem H3389 (יְרוּשָׁלִַ͏ם) — Jerushalaim or Jerushalem, the capital city of Palestine
- he and his daughters H1323 (בַּת) — a daughter (used in the same wide sense as other terms of relationship, literally and figuratively)
13 The valley gate repaired Hanun, and the inhabitants of Zanoah; they built it, and set up the doors thereof, the bolts thereof, and the bars thereof, and a thousand cubits of the wall unto the dung gate.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- The valley H1516 (גַּיְא) — a gorge (from its lofty sides; hence, narrow, but not a gully or winter-torrent)
- gate H8179 (שַׁעַר) — an opening, i.e. door or gate
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Hanun H2586 (חָנוּן) — Chanun, the name of an Ammonite and of two Israelites
- and the inhabitants H3427 (יָשַׁב) — properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry
- of Zanoah H2182 (זָנוֹחַ) — Zanoach, the name of two places in Palestine
- they built H1129 (בָּנָה) — to build (literally and figuratively)
- it, and set up H5975 (עָמַד) — to stand, in various relations (literal and figurative, intransitive and transitive)
- the doors H1817 (דֶּלֶת) — something swinging, i.e. the valve of a door
- thereof, the locks H4514 (מַנְעוּל) — a bolt
- thereof, and the bars H1280 (בְּרִיחַ) — a bolt
- thereof, and a thousand H505 (אֶלֶף) — hence (the ox's head being the first letter of the alphabet, and this eventually used as a numeral) a thousand
- cubits H520 (אַמָּה) — properly, a mother (i.e. unit of measure, or the fore-arm (below the elbow), i.e. a cubit; also a door-base (as a bond of the entrance)
- on the wall H2346 (חוֹמָה) — a wall of protection
- unto the dung H830 (אַשְׁפֹּת) — a heap of rubbish or filth
14 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.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- But the dung H830 (אַשְׁפֹּת) — a heap of rubbish or filth
- gate H8179 (שַׁעַר) — an opening, i.e. door or gate
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Malchiah H4441 (מַלְכִּיָּה) — Malkijah, the name of ten Israelites
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Rechab H7394 (רֵכָב) — Rekab, the name of two Arabs and of two Israelites
- the ruler H8269 (שַׂר) — a head person (of any rank or class)
- of part H6418 (פֶּלֶךְ) — a circuit (i.e. district); also a spindle (as whirled); hence, a crutch
- of Beth–haccerem H1021 (בֵּית הַכֶּרֶם) — Beth-hak-Kerem, a place in Palestine
- he built H1129 (בָּנָה) — to build (literally and figuratively)
- it, and set up H5975 (עָמַד) — to stand, in various relations (literal and figurative, intransitive and transitive)
- the doors H1817 (דֶּלֶת) — something swinging, i.e. the valve of a door
- thereof, the locks H4514 (מַנְעוּל) — a bolt
- thereof, and the bars H1280 (בְּרִיחַ) — a bolt
15 And the fountain gate repaired Shallun the son of Col-hozeh, the ruler of the district of Mizpah; he built it, and covered it, and set up the doors thereof, the bolts thereof, and the bars thereof, and the wall of the pool of Shelah by the king’s garden, even unto the stairs that go down from the city of David.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- But the gate H8179 (שַׁעַר) — an opening, i.e. door or gate
- of the fountain H5869 (עַיִן) — an eye (literally or figuratively); by analogy, a fountain (as the eye of the landscape)
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Shallun H7968 (שַׁלּוּן) — Shallun, an Israelite
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Col–hozeh H3626 (כׇּל־חֹזֶה) — Col-Chozeh, an Israelite
- the ruler H8269 (שַׂר) — a head person (of any rank or class)
- of part H6418 (פֶּלֶךְ) — a circuit (i.e. district); also a spindle (as whirled); hence, a crutch
- of Mizpah H4709 (מִצְפָּה) — Mitspah, the name of two places in Palestine
- he built H1129 (בָּנָה) — to build (literally and figuratively)
- it, and covered H2926 (טָלַל) — properly, to strew over, i.e. (by implication) to cover in or plate (with beams)
- it, and set up H5975 (עָמַד) — to stand, in various relations (literal and figurative, intransitive and transitive)
- the doors H1817 (דֶּלֶת) — something swinging, i.e. the valve of a door
- thereof, the locks H4514 (מַנְעוּל) — a bolt
- thereof, and the bars H1280 (בְּרִיחַ) — a bolt
- thereof, and the wall H2346 (חוֹמָה) — a wall of protection
- of the pool H1295 (בְּרֵכָה) — a reservoir (at which camels kneel as a resting-place)
- of Siloah H7975 (שִׁלֹחַ) — Shiloach, a fountain of Jerusalem
- by the king’s H4428 (מֶלֶךְ) — a king
- garden H1588 (גַּן) — a garden (as fenced)
- and unto the stairs H4609 (מַעֲלָה) — elevation, i.e. the act (literally, a journey to a higher place, figuratively, a thought arising), or (concretely) the condition (literally, a step or grade-mar…
- that go down H3381 (יָרַד) — to descend (literally, to go downwards; or conventionally to a lower region, as the shore, a boundary, the enemy, etc.; or figuratively, to fall); causatively,…
- from the city H5892 (עִיר) — a city (a place guarded by waking or a watch) in the widest sense (even of a mere encampment or post)
- of David H1732 (דָּוִד) — David, the youngest son of Jesse
16 After him repaired Nehemiah the son of Azbuk, the ruler of half the district of Beth-zur, unto the place over against the sepulchres of David, and unto the pool that was made, and unto the house of the mighty men.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- After H310 (אַחַר) — properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)
- him repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Nehemiah H5166 (נְחֶמְיָה) — Nechemjah, the name of three Israelites
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Azbuk H5802 (עַזְבּוּק) — Azbuk, an Israelite
- the ruler H8269 (שַׂר) — a head person (of any rank or class)
- of the half H2677 (חֵצִי) — the half or middle
- part H6418 (פֶּלֶךְ) — a circuit (i.e. district); also a spindle (as whirled); hence, a crutch
- of Beth–zur H1049 (בֵּית צוּר) — Beth-Tsur, a place in Palestine
- over against the sepulchres H6913 (קֶבֶר) — a sepulchre
- of David H1732 (דָּוִד) — David, the youngest son of Jesse
- and to the pool H1295 (בְּרֵכָה) — a reservoir (at which camels kneel as a resting-place)
- that was made H6213 (עָשָׂה) — to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application
- and unto the house H1004 (בַּיִת) — a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
- of the mighty H1368 (גִּבּוֹר) — powerful; by implication, warrior, tyrant
17 After him repaired the Levites, Rehum the son of Bani. Next unto him repaired Hashabiah, the ruler of half the district of Keilah, for his district.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- After H310 (אַחַר) — properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)
- him repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- the Levites H3881 (לֵוִיִּי) — a Levite or descendant of Levi
- Rehum H7348 (רְחוּם) — Rechum, the name of a Persian and of three Israelites
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Bani H1137 (בָּנִי) — Bani, the name of five Israelites
- Next unto him H3027 (יָד) — a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from 3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great variety of a…
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Hashabiah H2811 (חֲשַׁבְיָה) — Chashabjah, the name of nine Israelites
- the ruler H8269 (שַׂר) — a head person (of any rank or class)
- of the half H2677 (חֵצִי) — the half or middle
- part H6418 (פֶּלֶךְ) — a circuit (i.e. district); also a spindle (as whirled); hence, a crutch
- of Keilah H7084 (קְעִילָה) — Keilah, a place in Palestine
- in his part H6418 (פֶּלֶךְ) — a circuit (i.e. district); also a spindle (as whirled); hence, a crutch
18 After him repaired their brethren, Bavvai the son of Henadad, the ruler of half the district of Keilah.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- After H310 (אַחַר) — properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)
- him repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- their brethren H251 (אָח) — a brother (used in the widest sense of literal relationship and metaphorical affinity or resemblance [like 1])
- Bavai H942 (בַּוַּי) — Bavvai, an Israelite
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Henadad H2582 (חֵנָדָד) — Chenadad, an Israelite
- the ruler H8269 (שַׂר) — a head person (of any rank or class)
- of the half H2677 (חֵצִי) — the half or middle
- part H6418 (פֶּלֶךְ) — a circuit (i.e. district); also a spindle (as whirled); hence, a crutch
- of Keilah H7084 (קְעִילָה) — Keilah, a place in Palestine
19 And next to him repaired Ezer the son of Jeshua, the ruler of Mizpah, another portion, over against the ascent to the armory at the turning of the wall.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And next to him H3027 (יָד) — a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from 3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great variety of a…
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Ezer H5829 (עֵזֶר) — Ezer, the name of four Israelites
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Jeshua H3442 (יֵשׁוּעַ) — Jeshua, the name of ten Israelites, also of a place in Palestine
- the ruler H8269 (שַׂר) — a head person (of any rank or class)
- of Mizpah H4709 (מִצְפָּה) — Mitspah, the name of two places in Palestine
- another H8145 (שֵׁנִי) — properly, double, i.e. second; also adverbially, again
- piece H4060 (מִדָּה) — properly, extension, i.e. height or breadth; also a measure (including its standard); hence a portion (as measured) or a vestment; specifically, tribute (as mea…
- over against the going up H5927 (עָלָה) — to ascend, intransitively (be high) or actively (mount); used in a great variety of senses, primary and secondary, literal and figurative
- to the armoury H5402 (נֶשֶׁק) — military equipment, i.e. (collectively) arms (offensive or defensive), or (concretely) an arsenal
- at the turning H4740 (מַקְצוֹעַ) — an angle or recess
20 After him Baruch the son of Zabbai earnestly repaired another portion, from the turning of the wall unto the door of the house of Eliashib the high priest.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- After H310 (אַחַר) — properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)
- him Baruch H1263 (בָּרוּךְ) — Baruk, the name of three Israelites
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Zabbai H2079 (זַבַּי) — Zabbai (or Zaccai), an Israelite
- earnestly H2734 (חָרָה) — to glow or grow warm; figuratively (usually) to blaze up, of anger, zeal, jealousy
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- the other H8145 (שֵׁנִי) — properly, double, i.e. second; also adverbially, again
- piece H4060 (מִדָּה) — properly, extension, i.e. height or breadth; also a measure (including its standard); hence a portion (as measured) or a vestment; specifically, tribute (as mea…
- from the turning H4740 (מַקְצוֹעַ) — an angle or recess
- unto the door H6607 (פֶּתַח) — an opening (literally), i.e. door (gate) or entrance way
- of the house H1004 (בַּיִת) — a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
- of Eliashib H475 (אֶלְיָשִׁיב) — Eljashib, the name of six Israelites
- the high H1419 (גָּדוֹל) — great (in any sense); hence, older; also insolent
- priest H3548 (כֹּהֵן) — literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman)
21 After him repaired Meremoth the son of Uriah the son of Hakkoz another portion, from the door of the house of Eliashib even to the end of the house of Eliashib.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- After H310 (אַחַר) — properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)
- him repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Meremoth H4822 (מְרֵמוֹת) — Meremoth, the name of two Israelites
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Urijah H223 (אוּרִיָּה) — Urijah, the name of one Hittite and five Israelites
- of Koz H6976 (קוֹץ) — Kots, the name of two Israelites
- another H8145 (שֵׁנִי) — properly, double, i.e. second; also adverbially, again
- piece H4060 (מִדָּה) — properly, extension, i.e. height or breadth; also a measure (including its standard); hence a portion (as measured) or a vestment; specifically, tribute (as mea…
- from the door H6607 (פֶּתַח) — an opening (literally), i.e. door (gate) or entrance way
- of the house H1004 (בַּיִת) — a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
- of Eliashib H475 (אֶלְיָשִׁיב) — Eljashib, the name of six Israelites
- even to the end H8503 (תַּכְלִית) — completion; by implication, an extremity
22 And after him repaired the priests, the men of the Plain.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And after H310 (אַחַר) — properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)
- him repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- the priests H3548 (כֹּהֵן) — literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman)
- the men H582 (אֱנוֹשׁ) — properly, a mortal (and thus differing from the more dignified 120); hence, a man in general (singly or collectively)
- of the plain H3603 (כִּכָּר) — a circle, i.e. (by implication) a circumjacent tract or region, especially the Ghor or valley of the Jordan; also a (round) loaf; also a talent (or large [round…
23 After them repaired Benjamin and Hasshub over against their house. After them repaired Azariah the son of Maaseiah the son of Ananiah beside his own house.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- After H310 (אַחַר) — properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)
- him repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Benjamin H1144 (בִּנְיָמִין) — Binjamin, youngest son of Jacob; also the tribe descended from him, and its territory
- and Hashub H2815 (חַשּׁוּב) — Chashshub, the name of two or three Israelites
- over against their house H1004 (בַּיִת) — a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
- Azariah H5838 (עֲזַרְיָה) — Azarjah, the name of nineteen Israelites
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Maaseiah H4641 (מַעֲשֵׂיָה) — Maasejah, the name of sixteen Israelites
- of Ananiah H6055 (עֲנַנְיָה) — Ananjah, the name of an Israelite and of a place in Palestine
- by H681 (אֵצֶל) — a side; (as a preposition) near
- his house H1004 (בַּיִת) — a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
24 After him repaired Binnui the son of Henadad another portion, from the house of Azariah unto the turning of the wall, and unto the corner.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- After H310 (אַחַר) — properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)
- him repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Binnui H1131 (בִּנּוּי) — Binnui, an Israelite
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Henadad H2582 (חֵנָדָד) — Chenadad, an Israelite
- another H8145 (שֵׁנִי) — properly, double, i.e. second; also adverbially, again
- piece H4060 (מִדָּה) — properly, extension, i.e. height or breadth; also a measure (including its standard); hence a portion (as measured) or a vestment; specifically, tribute (as mea…
- from the house H1004 (בַּיִת) — a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
- of Azariah H5838 (עֲזַרְיָה) — Azarjah, the name of nineteen Israelites
- unto the turning H4740 (מַקְצוֹעַ) — an angle or recess
- even unto the corner H6438 (פִּנָּה) — an angle; by implication, a pinnacle; figuratively, a chieftain
25 Palal the son of Uzai repaired over against the turning of the wall, and the tower that standeth out from the upper house of the king, which is by the court of the guard. After him Pedaiah the son of Parosh repaired.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Palal H6420 (פָּלָל) — Palal, an Israelite
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Uzai H186 (אוּזַי) — Uzai, an Israelite
- over against the turning H4740 (מַקְצוֹעַ) — an angle or recess
- and the tower H4026 (מִגְדָּל) — a tower (from its size or height); by analogy, a rostrum; figuratively, a (pyramidal) bed of flowers
- which lieth out H3318 (יָצָא) — to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim.
- from the king’s H4428 (מֶלֶךְ) — a king
- high H5945 (עֶלְיוֹן) — an elevation, i.e. (adj.) lofty (compar.); as title, the Supreme
- house H1004 (בַּיִת) — a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
- by the court H2691 (חָצֵר) — a yard (as inclosed by a fence); also a hamlet (as similarly surrounded with walls)
- of the prison H4307 (מַטָּרָא) — a jail (as a guard-house); also an aim (as being closely watched)
- After H310 (אַחַר) — properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)
- him Pedaiah H6305 (פְּדָיָה) — Pedajah, the name of six Israelites
- of Parosh H6551 (פַּרְעֹשׁ) — Parosh, the name of our Israelite
26 (Now the Nethinim dwelt in Ophel, unto the place over against the water gate toward the east, and the tower that standeth out.)Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Moreover the Nethinims H5411 (נָתִין) — the Nethinim, or Temple-servants (as given to that duty)
- dwelt H3427 (יָשַׁב) — properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry
- in Ophel H6077 (עֹפֶל) — Ophel, a ridge in Jerusalem
- over against the water H4325 (מַיִם) — water; figuratively, juice; by euphemism, urine, semen
- gate H8179 (שַׁעַר) — an opening, i.e. door or gate
- toward the east H4217 (מִזְרָח) — sunrise, i.e. the east
- and the tower H4026 (מִגְדָּל) — a tower (from its size or height); by analogy, a rostrum; figuratively, a (pyramidal) bed of flowers
- that lieth out H3318 (יָצָא) — to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim.
27 After him the Tekoites repaired another portion, over against the great tower that standeth out, and unto the wall of Ophel.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- After H310 (אַחַר) — properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)
- them the Tekoites H8621 (תְּקוֹעִי) — a Tekoite or inhabitant of Tekoah
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- another H8145 (שֵׁנִי) — properly, double, i.e. second; also adverbially, again
- piece H4060 (מִדָּה) — properly, extension, i.e. height or breadth; also a measure (including its standard); hence a portion (as measured) or a vestment; specifically, tribute (as mea…
- over against the great H1419 (גָּדוֹל) — great (in any sense); hence, older; also insolent
- tower H4026 (מִגְדָּל) — a tower (from its size or height); by analogy, a rostrum; figuratively, a (pyramidal) bed of flowers
- that lieth out H3318 (יָצָא) — to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim.
- even unto the wall H2346 (חוֹמָה) — a wall of protection
- of Ophel H6077 (עֹפֶל) — Ophel, a ridge in Jerusalem
28 Above the horse gate repaired the priests, every one over against his own house.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- From above the horse H5483 (סוּס) — a horse (as leaping); also a swallow (from its rapid flight)
- gate H8179 (שַׁעַר) — an opening, i.e. door or gate
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- the priests H3548 (כֹּהֵן) — literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman)
- every one H376 (אִישׁ) — a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)
- over against H5048 (נֶגֶד) — a front, i.e. part opposite; specifically a counterpart, or mate; usually (adverbial, especially with preposition) over against or before
- his house H1004 (בַּיִת) — a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
29 After them repaired Zadok the son of Immer over against his own house. And after him repaired Shemaiah the son of Shecaniah, the keeper of the east gate.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- After H310 (אַחַר) — properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)
- them repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Zadok H6659 (צָדוֹק) — Tsadok, the name of eight or nine Israelites
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Immer H564 (אִמֵּר) — Immer, the name of five Israelites
- over against his house H1004 (בַּיִת) — a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
- him repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- also Shemaiah H8098 (שְׁמַעְיָה) — Shemajah, the name of twenty-five Israelites
- of Shechaniah H7935 (שְׁכַנְיָה) — Shekanjah, the name of nine Israelites
- the keeper H8104 (שָׁמַר) — properly, to hedge about (as with thorns), i.e. guard; generally, to protect, attend to, etc.
- of the east H4217 (מִזְרָח) — sunrise, i.e. the east
- gate H8179 (שַׁעַר) — an opening, i.e. door or gate
30 After him repaired Hananiah the son of Shelemiah, and Hanun the sixth son of Zalaph, another portion. After him repaired Meshullam the son of Berechiah over against his chamber.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- After H310 (אַחַר) — properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)
- him repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Hananiah H2608 (חֲנַנְיָה) — Chananjah, the name of thirteen Israelites
- the son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Shelemiah H8018 (שֶׁלֶמְיָה) — Shelemjah, the name of nine Israelites
- and Hanun H2586 (חָנוּן) — Chanun, the name of an Ammonite and of two Israelites
- the sixth H8345 (שִׁשִּׁי) — sixth, ordinal or (feminine) fractional
- son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- of Zalaph H6764 (צָלָף) — Tsalaph, an Israelite
- another H8145 (שֵׁנִי) — properly, double, i.e. second; also adverbially, again
- piece H4060 (מִדָּה) — properly, extension, i.e. height or breadth; also a measure (including its standard); hence a portion (as measured) or a vestment; specifically, tribute (as mea…
- Meshullam H4918 (מְשֻׁלָּם) — Meshullam, the name of seventeen Israelites
- of Berechiah H1296 (בֶּרֶכְיָה) — Berekjah, the name of six Israelites
- over against his chamber H5393 (נִשְׁכָּה) — a cell
31 After him repaired Malchijah one of the goldsmiths unto the house of the Nethinim, and of the merchants, over against the gate of Hammiphkad, and to the ascent of the corner.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- After H310 (אַחַר) — properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)
- him repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- Malchiah H4441 (מַלְכִּיָּה) — Malkijah, the name of ten Israelites
- the goldsmith’s H6885 (צֹרְפִי) — Tsorephi (with the article), an Israelite
- son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- unto the place H1004 (בַּיִת) — a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
- of the Nethinims H5411 (נָתִין) — the Nethinim, or Temple-servants (as given to that duty)
- and of the merchants H7402 (רָכַל) — to travel for trading
- over against the gate H8179 (שַׁעַר) — an opening, i.e. door or gate
- Miphkad H4663 (מִפְקָד) — Miphkad, the name of a gate in Jerusalem
- and to the going up H5944 (עֲלִיָּה) — something lofty, i.e. a stair-way; also a second-story room (or even one on the roof); figuratively, the sky
- of the corner H6438 (פִּנָּה) — an angle; by implication, a pinnacle; figuratively, a chieftain
32 And between the ascent of the corner and the sheep gate repaired the goldsmiths and the merchants.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And between the going up H5944 (עֲלִיָּה) — something lofty, i.e. a stair-way; also a second-story room (or even one on the roof); figuratively, the sky
- of the corner H6438 (פִּנָּה) — an angle; by implication, a pinnacle; figuratively, a chieftain
- unto the sheep H6629 (צֹאן) — a collective name for a flock (of sheep or goats); also figuratively (of men)
- gate H8179 (שַׁעַר) — an opening, i.e. door or gate
- repaired H2388 (חָזַק) — to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restrain, conque…
- the goldsmiths H6884 (צָרַף) — to fuse (metal), i.e. refine (literally or figuratively)
- and the merchants H7402 (רָכַל) — to travel for trading