Nehemiah 7:44 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

The singers: the children of Asaph, an hundred forty and eight.

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The singers: the descendants of Asaph, 148 people.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse records that 148 singers from Asaph's family line returned from exile to serve in temple worship.

📚 Historical Context

This is part of Nehemiah's detailed census of the Jewish people who returned from Babylonian exile to rebuild Jerusalem. Asaph was a prominent Levite musician appointed by King David to lead worship in the temple, and his descendants continued this musical ministry for generations. These singers were essential for temple worship services and religious ceremonies.

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