KJV ORIGINAL
Malluch, Harim, Baanah.
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Malluch, Harim, Baanah.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists three more names of people who made a commitment to follow God's laws alongside Nehemiah.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Nehemiah, the Jewish people had returned from exile in Babylon and were working to rebuild Jerusalem and restore their community. Under Nehemiah's leadership, they renewed their covenant with God through a formal agreement, where leaders, priests, and Levites pledged to obey God's laws and separate themselves from foreign influences. Verse 27 lists specific names, such as Malluch, Harim, and Baanah, as signatories to this covenant, highlighting the collective commitment of the people.
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