Nehemiah 3:17
Nehemiah 3:17 Meaning and Explanation
“After him repaired the Levites, Rehum the son of Bani. Next unto him repaired Hashabiah, the ruler of the half part of Keilah, in his part.”
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Read Full Chapter →The Levites under Rehum, and Hashabiah a district ruler, repair their portions of the wall.
What Does Nehemiah 3:17 Mean?
Now the Levites take their turn, led by Rehum, with Hashabiah, a ruler of part of Keilah, building "in his part" or on behalf of his district.
The Levites, set apart for temple service, labored on the wall like everyone else. Those devoted to sacred duties did not consider physical work beneath their calling. Whether at the altar or at the wall, the servant of God gives himself fully to whatever the hour requires.
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What does Nehemiah 3:17 mean?
The Levites under Rehum, and Hashabiah a district ruler, repair their portions of the wall.