Nehemiah 7:18
Arabic Bible ERV 2009
What Does This Mean?
This verse lists a group of people called the children of Adonikam who numbered 667. Nehemiah is recording a list of people who returned to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. The key message is about the restoration and return of the Jewish community.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're in a classroom and you count all your friends who came back from a long vacation. In this case, Nehemiah is counting the people who came back to their home after being away for a long time. He found 667 people from a family named Adonikam.
Historical Background
Nehemiah, a cupbearer to the Persian king, wrote this book around 445-433 BC. The audience was the Jewish community returning to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. The cultural setting involves the rebuilding of Jerusalem and the restoration of the Jewish way of life.
Living It Out Today
Today, when a community faces challenges and needs to rebuild, the story of Nehemiah shows how counting and organizing can help in restoration efforts. For example, after a natural disaster, community leaders might list the survivors and plan the rebuilding process.