KJV ORIGINAL
Ater, Hizkijah, Azzur,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Ater, Hezekiah, Azzur,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists three more leaders who signed the covenant promising to follow God's laws alongside Nehemiah.
📚 Historical Context
This is part of a longer list of Jewish leaders who signed a formal agreement to obey God's law after returning from exile in Babylon around 445 BC. These men were likely heads of families or tribal leaders who represented their people in making this solemn promise. The signing of this covenant was a crucial moment in rebuilding not just Jerusalem's walls, but the spiritual commitment of the Jewish community.
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