Nehemiah 7:42 Meaning and Explanation
“The children of Harim, a thousand and seventeen.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The priestly family of Harim is numbered, completing the roll of priests.
What Does Nehemiah 7:42 Mean?
The descendants of Harim, a priestly house, are recorded as one thousand seventeen, completing the enrollment of the priests. This family closes the priestly portion of the list. The count of those set apart for service is now full.
Together the priestly families numbered in the thousands, a great company devoted to the worship of God. Their careful enrollment underscores how vital their ministry was to the restored people. The reader sees that God's restoration includes a full provision for His worship, gathering ample ministers for His house.
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What does Nehemiah 7:42 mean?
The priestly family of Harim is numbered, completing the roll of priests.