And some of the chief of the fathers gave unto the work. The Tirshatha gave to the treasure a thousand drams of gold, fifty basons, five hundred and thirty priests’ garments.
Some of the family leaders gave gifts for the work. The governor gave to the treasury a thousand gold coins, fifty bowls, and five hundred and thirty priestly robes.
The writer is showing how generous leaders, including the governor, donated valuable items like gold, bowls, and priestly clothing to support God's work.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Nehemiah, the Jewish people had returned from exile in Babylon and were focused on rebuilding Jerusalem, including its walls and the restoration of temple worship after years of destruction and displacement. Nehemiah, serving as the governor (known as the Tirshatha), played a key role in organizing the community, registering returning exiles, and encouraging contributions to support the priests and the ongoing religious and communal efforts. This verse highlights specific gifts from leaders to fund these essential activities, reflecting the priority of sustaining God's work in a time of national recovery.
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