Nehemiah 7:24

Azerbajani (Azərbaycan Bibliyası 2008)

Xarif övladları – 112 nəfər;

What Does This Mean?

This verse lists the number of people from the family of Hariph as 120. It is part of a larger census list in Nehemiah, providing details about the people returning to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. The key message is about accounting and organizing the returning community.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're counting the number of kids in your school. This verse is like that, but for a big family named Hariph. It tells us there were 120 people in this family coming back home after a long time away.

Historical Background

Nehemiah was written around the 5th century BCE, following the Babylonian exile. Nehemiah himself, a Jewish leader, wrote the book. This census lists the families returning to Jerusalem to rebuild the city and the temple. It reflects the organizational effort and the importance of knowing who was part of the community.

Living It Out Today

In a modern scenario, this verse can remind us of the importance of community and organization. For example, when organizing a large event, it's crucial to have a clear count of participants to ensure everyone is accounted for and all needs are met.

Topics

• Community
• Organization
• Return from Exile
• Census
• Rebuilding
• Accountability

Related Verses

• Ezra 2:21
• Ezra 8:17
• 1 Chronicles 9:12
• Luke 2:3
• Acts 19:10

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was it important to count the people?

Counting was crucial to ensure everyone was accounted for and to organize the community effectively, especially for rebuilding efforts.

Who were the Hariph?

The Hariph were a family or clan returning to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile, part of the larger group rebuilding the city.

What was the purpose of Nehemiah writing this census?

Nehemiah's census helped in organizing the returning community, ensuring they knew who was part of their effort to rebuild Jerusalem.

How does this verse relate to the overall story of Nehemiah?

This verse is part of Nehemiah's detailed account of organizing the community returning from exile, showing the importance of structure and community in rebuilding efforts.