Nehemiah 7:59

Arabic Simplified (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَبَنُو شَفَطْيَا وَبَنُو حَطِّيلَ وَبَنُو فُوخَرَةَ الظِّبَاءَ وَبَنُو آمُونَ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse lists the names of some families who returned to Jerusalem after the exile. It names the children of Shephatiah, Hattil, Pochereth of Zebaim, and Amon. This list is part of Nehemiah's record of the people returning to rebuild the city.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're part of a big family reunion. This verse is like a list of different families coming together. Just like how your family might have cousins named after grandparents, these families were named after their ancestors, like Shephatiah and Hattil.

Historical Background

Nehemiah wrote this list after the Babylonian exile, around 445 B.C. The audience was the Jewish people returning to Jerusalem. The cultural setting was one of rebuilding and re-establishing their community after a long period of being away from their homeland.

Living It Out Today

Imagine organizing a community event where you need to account for different groups or families. This verse teaches the importance of keeping records and recognizing each group's contribution to the community’s rebuilding efforts.

Topics

• community
• rebuilding
• genealogy
• return from exile
• leadership
• accountability

Related Verses

• Ezra 2:59
• Ezra 8:2
• 1 Chronicles 9:3
• Numbers 1:17
• Matthew 1:4

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are family lineages important in this verse?

Family lineages were crucial for establishing identities and rights within the community, especially after the exile.

What was the purpose of Nehemiah's record?

Nehemiah's record served to organize and document the returning exiles, ensuring a smooth rebuilding process.

Can you explain the cultural significance of names in this context?

Names often carried symbolic or historical weight, representing connections to ancestors and heritage, which was vital in rebuilding a community's identity.

How does this verse relate to leadership and community?

The verse highlights the importance of leadership in organizing community efforts and the collective responsibility of rebuilding a shared homeland.