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Nehemiah 12:5

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Miamin, Maadiah, Bilgah,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

Miamin, Maadiah, Bilgah,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse continues listing the names of priests who returned from exile to help rebuild Jerusalem and restore worship.

📚 Historical Context

This is part of a genealogical record of priests who returned with Zerubbabel from Babylonian exile around 538 BC. These lists were crucial for establishing legitimate priestly lineages and organizing temple worship after the exile. The careful recording of names shows how important it was to maintain proper religious leadership during the restoration of Jerusalem.

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