Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, Jedaiah. These were the chief of the priests and of their brethren in the days of Jeshua.
Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, and Jedaiah. These were the leading priests and their fellow priests during the time when Jeshua served.
This verse lists the names of the chief priests who served alongside Jeshua during the rebuilding of Jerusalem after the exile.
📚 Historical Context
Nehemiah 12:7 is part of a list in the Book of Nehemiah that records the priests and Levites who served during the time of Jeshua, the high priest, in the post-exilic period after the Jews returned from Babylonian captivity. This verse highlights the restoration of religious leadership as the community rebuilt Jerusalem and reestablished temple worship amidst challenges from neighboring peoples. It reflects the broader biblical narrative of God's faithfulness in preserving His people and their sacred roles.
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