Moreover the Nethinims dwelt in Ophel, unto the place over against the water gate toward the east, and the tower that lieth out.
The temple servants lived in the Ophel area, all the way to the place across from the Water Gate on the east side, and up to the projecting tower.
This verse describes where the temple servants lived in Jerusalem - in a specific area near the Water Gate and an important tower.
📚 Historical Context
During the time of Nehemiah, the Jewish people had returned from exile in Babylon and were actively rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem to restore their city's defenses and security. The Nethinims were a group of temple servants, likely descendants of those dedicated to sacred duties, who lived in the Ophel area, a ridge south of the Temple Mount, near the water gate on the east side and a nearby tower. This verse is part of a chapter that details the organized efforts and specific assignments in the reconstruction project.
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