Nehemiah 11:18 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

All the Levites in the holy city were two hundred fourscore and four.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

All the Levites living in the holy city numbered 284.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse records that 284 Levites were living in Jerusalem to serve in the temple.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Nehemiah, the Jewish people had returned from exile in Babylon and were rebuilding Jerusalem as their holy city. Nehemiah 11 is part of a census that lists the inhabitants repopulating the city, including the Levites who were dedicated to temple duties and religious services. This verse specifically highlights the number of Levites settled there, underscoring their essential role in maintaining the spiritual life of the community.

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