Nehemiah 11:14
Nehemiah 11:14 Meaning and Explanation
“And their brethren, mighty men of valour, an hundred twenty and eight: and their overseer was Zabdiel, the son of one of the great men.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →128 capable priests are counted, overseen by Zabdiel, son of a notable man.
What Does Nehemiah 11:14 Mean?
The priestly count closes with 128 men described as mighty in valor, with Zabdiel as their overseer. Even among those devoted to temple service, strength and capability were valued.
That priests are called mighty men of valor joins worship and wholehearted vigor. Serving God was not a task for the half-hearted; it called for people who brought courage and full devotion to the duties entrusted to them.
Nehemiah 11:14 in the Original Language
gibbor (גִּבּוֹר), 'mighty' -- strong, valiant, or excelling, marking these as men of proven capability.
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What does Nehemiah 11:14 mean?
128 capable priests are counted, overseen by Zabdiel, son of a notable man.