Nehemiah 7:13

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

بَنُو زَتُّو وَعَدَدُهُمْ ثَمانُ مِئَةٍ وَخَمْسَةٌ وَأرْبَعُونَ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse lists a specific number of people from the family of Zattu who returned to Jerusalem after the exile. Nehemiah is compiling a census of the people who came back. The number 845 tells us how many individuals from this family group were part of the return.

Explained for Children

Imagine a big family reunion where everyone is counted. This verse is like saying '845 people from the Zattu family came to the party.' It's a way to make sure everyone is accounted for, just like when your teacher counts you and your friends in class.

Historical Background

Nehemiah 7 is part of the book of Nehemiah, written by Nehemiah himself around 445-433 BCE. It's a historical record of the return from exile, listing families and numbers of people who came back to rebuild Jerusalem. The audience is the Israelites who returned, and the setting is post-exilic Judah.

Living It Out Today

In a modern scenario, imagine a community organizing a big event and needing to count how many people from each neighborhood will attend. The importance of accurate counts can ensure that enough resources are available for everyone, much like Nehemiah ensuring all families were accounted for in rebuilding Jerusalem.

Topics

• census
• rebuilding
• return from exile
• community
• historical records
• accountability

Related Verses

• Ezra 2:19
• 1 Chronicles 9:12
• Luke 2:1-5
• Ezra 2:64-65
• Numbers 1:1-4

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was Nehemiah keeping a census?

Nehemiah was keeping track of all the families and individuals who returned to Jerusalem after the exile to ensure that everyone who was coming back was accounted for and to help organize the rebuilding efforts.

What does the number 845 tell us?

The number 845 indicates the exact count of people from the Zattu family who returned to Jerusalem. This helps historians and scholars understand the scale and composition of the returning community.

Is the Zattu family significant?

The Zattu family, like others listed, represents a returning group that played a role in rebuilding Jerusalem. Their presence is significant as part of the broader community's effort.

How does this apply to my life today?

Understanding the importance of accurate records and community organization can be applied to modern contexts, such as organizing events, managing resources, or ensuring community needs are met.