KJV ORIGINAL
Harim, Meremoth, Obadiah,
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Harim, Meremoth, Obadiah,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists three more names of priests who publicly committed to following God's law alongside Nehemiah.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Nehemiah, the Jewish people had returned from Babylonian exile and were rebuilding Jerusalem under Nehemiah's leadership. They made a covenant to recommit to God's laws, with chapter 10 listing the names of priests, Levites, and leaders who sealed this agreement as a public act of dedication. Verse 5 specifically names Harim, Meremoth, and Obadiah as part of these signatories, highlighting the role of key figures in this communal renewal.
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