KJV ORIGINAL
Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah: these were the priests.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah: these were the priests.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists three more priests who were part of the covenant ceremony in Jerusalem.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Nehemiah, the Jewish people had returned from exile in Babylon and were focused on rebuilding their community and walls in Jerusalem under Nehemiah's leadership. Chapter 10 records a solemn covenant where the people, including priests, pledged to obey God's laws and recommit to their faith after a time of confession and renewal. This verse specifically lists priests like Maaziah, Bilgai, and Shemaiah as signatories to this agreement, highlighting their role in spiritual leadership.
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