Nehemiah 7:59
Nehemiah 7:59 Meaning and Explanation
“The children of Shephatiah, the children of Hattil, the children of Pochereth of Zebaim, the children of Amon.”
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Read Full Chapter →The final families of Solomon's servants are named, closing their roll.
What Does Nehemiah 7:59 Mean?
The enrollment of Solomon's servants ends with the families of Shephatiah, Hattil, Pochereth of Zebaim, and Amon. These last households complete the list of this group. Their roll is now full.
That these descendants are named to the last reflects the worth of every family devoted to God's service. Their long heritage of labor is honored in the record. The reader is reminded that God keeps account of faithfulness passed down through families, holding each name in remembrance.
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What does Nehemiah 7:59 mean?
The final families of Solomon's servants are named, closing their roll.