Nehemiah 11:3
New International Version
These are the provincial leaders who settled in Jerusalem (now some Israelites, priests, Levites, temple servants and descendants of Solomon’s servants lived in the towns of Judah, each on their own property in the various towns,

New Living Translation
Here is a list of the names of the provincial officials who came to live in Jerusalem. (Most of the people, priests, Levites, Temple servants, and descendants of Solomon’s servants continued to live in their own homes in the various towns of Judah,

English Standard Version
These are the chiefs of the province who lived in Jerusalem; but in the towns of Judah everyone lived on his property in their towns: Israel, the priests, the Levites, the temple servants, and the descendants of Solomon’s servants.

Berean Standard Bible
These are the heads of the provinces who settled in Jerusalem. (In the villages of Judah, however, each lived on his own property in their towns—the Israelites, priests, Levites, temple servants, and descendants of Solomon’s servants—

King James Bible
Now these are the chief of the province that dwelt in Jerusalem: but in the cities of Judah dwelt every one in his possession in their cities, to wit, Israel, the priests, and the Levites, and the Nethinims, and the children of Solomon's servants.

New King James Version
These are the heads of the province who dwelt in Jerusalem. (But in the cities of Judah everyone dwelt in his own possession in their cities—Israelites, priests, Levites, Nethinim, and descendants of Solomon’s servants.)

New American Standard Bible
Now these are the heads of the provinces who lived in Jerusalem, but in the cities of Judah each lived on his own property in their cities—the Israelites, the priests, the Levites, the temple servants, and the descendants of Solomon’s servants.

NASB 1995
Now these are the heads of the provinces who lived in Jerusalem, but in the cities of Judah each lived on his own property in their cities— the Israelites, the priests, the Levites, the temple servants and the descendants of Solomon’s servants.

NASB 1977
Now these are the heads of the provinces who lived in Jerusalem, but in the cities of Judah each lived on his own property in their cities—the Israelites, the priests, the Levites, the temple servants and the descendants of Solomon’s servants.

Legacy Standard Bible
Now these are the heads of the provinces who lived in Jerusalem, but in the cities of Judah each lived in his own possession in their cities—the Israelites, the priests, the Levites, the temple servants, and the sons of Solomon’s servants.

Amplified Bible
These are the heads of the provinces who lived in Jerusalem, but in the cities of Judah everyone lived on his property in their cities—the Israelites, the priests, the Levites, the temple servants, and the descendants of Solomon’s servants.

Christian Standard Bible
These are the heads of the province who stayed in Jerusalem (but in the villages of Judah each lived on his own property in their towns —the Israelites, priests, Levites, temple servants, and descendants of Solomon’s servants —

Holman Christian Standard Bible
These are the heads of the province who stayed in Jerusalem (but in the villages of Judah each lived on his own property in their towns—the Israelites, priests, Levites, temple servants, and descendants of Solomon’s servants—

American Standard Version
Now these are the chiefs of the province that dwelt in Jerusalem: but in the cities of Judah dwelt every one in his possession in their cities, to wit, Israel, the priests, and the Levites, and the Nethinim, and the children of Solomon's servants.

Contemporary English Version
Some of the people of Israel, the priests, the Levites, the temple workers, and the descendants of Solomon's servants lived on their own property in the towns of Judah. But the leaders of the province lived in Jerusalem with their families.

English Revised Version
Now these are the chiefs of the province that dwelt in Jerusalem: but in the cities of Judah dwelt every one in his possession in their cities, to wit, Israel, the priests, and the Levites, and the Nethinim, and the children of Solomon's servants.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
These were the officials of the province who settled in Jerusalem. Some Israelites, priests, Levites, temple servants, and descendants of Solomon's servants settled in the cities of Judah. They lived on their own property in their own cities.

Good News Translation
In the other towns and cities the people of Israel, the priests, the Levites, the Temple workers, and the descendants of Solomon's servants lived on their own property in their own towns. The following is the list of the leading citizens of the province of Judah who lived in Jerusalem:

International Standard Version
These are the leaders of the provinces who lived in Jerusalem. Some lived in the towns of Judah—each on their property in their respective towns—that is, the Israelis, the priests, the descendants of Levi, the Temple Servants, and the descendants of Solomon's servants.

NET Bible
These are the provincial leaders who settled in Jerusalem. (While other Israelites, the priests, the Levites, the temple attendants, and the sons of the servants of Solomon settled in the cities of Judah, each on his own property in their cities,

New Heart English Bible
Now these are the chiefs of the province who lived in Jerusalem; but in the cities of Judah everyone lived in his possession in their cities: Israel, the priests, and the Levites, and the Nethinim, and the descendants of Solomon's servants.

Webster's Bible Translation
Now these are the chief of the province that dwelt in Jerusalem: but in the cities of Judah dwelt every one in his possession in their cities, to wit, Israel, the priests, and the Levites, and the Nethinims, and the children of Solomon's servants.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
These are the heads of the provinces who settled in Jerusalem. (In the villages of Judah, however, each lived on his own property in their towns—the Israelites, priests, Levites, temple servants, and descendants of Solomon’s servants—

World English Bible
Now these are the chiefs of the province who lived in Jerusalem; but in the cities of Judah, everyone lived in his possession in their cities—Israel, the priests, the Levites, the temple servants, and the children of Solomon’s servants.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And these [are] heads of the province who have dwelt in Jerusalem, and in cities of Judah, they have dwelt each in his possession in their cities; Israel, the priests, and the Levites, and the Nethinim, and the sons of the servants of Solomon.

Young's Literal Translation
And these are heads of the province who have dwelt in Jerusalem, and in cities of Judah, they have dwelt each in his possession in their cities; Israel, the priests, and the Levites, and the Nethinim, and the sons of the servants of Solomon.

Smith's Literal Translation
And these the heads of the province that dwelt in Jerusalem: and in the cities of Judah they dwelt, each in his possession in their cities of Israel, the priests and the Levites, and the Nethinims, and the sons of Solomon's servants.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
These therefore are the chief men of the province, who dwelt in Jerusalem, and in the cities of Juda. And every one dwelt in his possession, in their cities: Israel, the priests, the Levites, the Nathinites, and the children of the servants of Solomon.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And so these are the leaders of the province, who were living in Jerusalem, and in the cities of Judah. Now each one lived in his possession, in their cities: Israel, the priests, the Levites, the temple servants, and the sons of the servants of Solomon.

New American Bible
These are the heads of the province who took up residence in Jerusalem. In the cities of Judah dwelt Israelites, priests, Levites, temple servants, and the descendants of Solomon’s servants, each on the property they owned in their own cities.

New Revised Standard Version
These are the leaders of the province who lived in Jerusalem; but in the towns of Judah all lived on their property in their towns: Israel, the priests, the Levites, the temple servants, and the descendants of Solomon’s servants.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Now these are the chiefs of the province who dwelt in Jerusalem and in the towns of Judah (they dwelt every one in his own possession in their towns in Israel). along with the priests, the Levites, and some of the people, and also the descendants of Solomon's servants who dwelt in Jerusalem,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And these are the Chiefs of the city who dwelt in Jerusalem, and in the villages of Yehuda, and they dwelt, each man, in his possession in the towns of Israel. The Priests and the Levites and the people and the children of the Servants of Solomon were in Jerusalem.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Now these are the chiefs of the province that dwelt in Jerusalem; but in the cities of Judah dwelt every one in his possession in their cities, to wit, Israelites, the priests, and the Levites, and the Nethinim, and the children of Solomon's servants.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Now these are the chiefs of the province who dwelt in Jerusalem, and in the cities of Juda; every man dwelt in his possession in their cities: Israel, the priests, and the Levites, and the Nathinim, and the children of the servants of Solomon.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The New Settlers in Jerusalem
2And the people blessed all the men who volunteered to live in Jerusalem. 3These are the heads of the provinces who settled in Jerusalem. (In the villages of Judah, however, each lived on his own property in their towns— the Israelites, priests, Levites, temple servants, and descendants of Solomon’s servants— 4while some of the descendants of Judah and Benjamin settled in Jerusalem.) From the descendants of Judah: Athaiah son of Uzziah, the son of Zechariah, the son of Amariah, the son of Shephatiah, the son of Mahalalel, a descendant of Perez;…

Cross References
1 Chronicles 9:2-3
Now the first to resettle their own property in their cities were Israelites, priests, Levites, and temple servants. / Some of the descendants of Judah, Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh lived in Jerusalem:

Ezra 2:70
So the priests, the Levites, the singers, the gatekeepers, and the temple servants, along with some of the people, settled in their own towns; and the rest of the Israelites settled in their towns.

Nehemiah 7:73
So the priests, Levites, gatekeepers, singers, and temple servants, along with some of the people and the rest of the Israelites, settled in their own towns. And by the seventh month the Israelites had settled in their towns.

Nehemiah 10:28-29
“The rest of the people—the priests, Levites, gatekeepers, singers, temple servants, and all who had separated themselves from the people of the land to obey the Law of God—along with their wives and all their sons and daughters who are able to understand, / hereby join with their noble brothers and commit themselves with a sworn oath to follow the Law of God given through His servant Moses and to obey carefully all the commandments, ordinances, and statutes of the LORD our Lord.

Nehemiah 12:1
Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra,

Nehemiah 12:27
At the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem, the Levites were sought out from all their homes and brought to Jerusalem to celebrate the joyous dedication with thanksgiving and singing, accompanied by cymbals, harps, and lyres.

Nehemiah 12:44
And on that same day men were appointed over the rooms that housed the supplies, contributions, firstfruits, and tithes. The portions specified by the Law for the priests and Levites were gathered into these storerooms from the fields of the villages, because Judah rejoiced over the priests and Levites who were serving.

Nehemiah 13:10-11
I also learned that because the portions for the Levites had not been given to them, all the Levites and singers responsible for performing the service had gone back to their own fields. / So I rebuked the officials and asked, “Why has the house of God been neglected?” Then I gathered the Levites and singers together and stationed them at their posts,

Nehemiah 13:22
Then I instructed the Levites to purify themselves and guard the gates in order to keep the Sabbath day holy. Remember me for this as well, O my God, and show me mercy according to Your abundant loving devotion.

Nehemiah 13:30-31
Thus I purified the priests and Levites from everything foreign, and I assigned specific duties to each of the priests and Levites. / I also arranged for contributions of wood at the appointed times, and for the firstfruits. Remember me, O my God, with favor.

Matthew 5:14
You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden.

Luke 2:36-38
There was also a prophetess named Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher, who was well along in years. She had been married for seven years, / and then was a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the temple, but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying. / Coming forward at that moment, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the Child to all who were waiting for the redemption of Jerusalem.

Acts 2:5
Now there were dwelling in Jerusalem God-fearing Jews from every nation under heaven.

Acts 6:7
So the word of God continued to spread. The number of disciples in Jerusalem grew rapidly, and a great number of priests became obedient to the faith.

Acts 15:2
And after engaging these men in sharp debate, Paul and Barnabas were appointed, along with some other believers, to go up to Jerusalem to see the apostles and elders about this question.


Treasury of Scripture

Now these are the chief of the province that dwelled in Jerusalem: but in the cities of Judah dwelled every one in his possession in their cities, to wit, Israel, the priests, and the Levites, and the Nethinims, and the children of Solomon's servants.

Now.

1 Chronicles 9:18
Who hitherto waited in the king's gate eastward: they were porters in the companies of the children of Levi.

the chief.

Nehemiah 7:6
These are the children of the province, that went up out of the captivity, of those that had been carried away, whom Nebuchadnezzar the king of Babylon had carried away, and came again to Jerusalem and to Judah, every one unto his city;

Ezra 2:1
Now these are the children of the province that went up out of the captivity, of those which had been carried away, whom Nebuchadnezzar the king of Babylon had carried away unto Babylon, and came again unto Jerusalem and Judah, every one unto his city;

Israel.

Nehemiah 7:73
So the priests, and the Levites, and the porters, and the singers, and some of the people, and the Nethinims, and all Israel, dwelt in their cities; and when the seventh month came, the children of Israel were in their cities.

1 Chronicles 9:1-3
So all Israel were reckoned by genealogies; and, behold, they were written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah, who were carried away to Babylon for their transgression…

Ezra 2:70
So the priests, and the Levites, and some of the people, and the singers, and the porters, and the Nethinims, dwelt in their cities, and all Israel in their cities.

Nethinims.

Ezra 2:43,55
The Nethinims: the children of Ziha, the children of Hasupha, the children of Tabbaoth, …

the children.

Nehemiah 7:57-60
The children of Solomon's servants: the children of Sotai, the children of Sophereth, the children of Perida, …

Ezra 2:55-58
The children of Solomon's servants: the children of Sotai, the children of Sophereth, the children of Peruda, …

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Nehemiah 11
1. The rulers, voluntary men, and the tenth man chosen by lot, dwell at Jerusalem.
3. A catalogue of their names.
20. Those who remain dwell in other cities.














These are the heads of the provinces who settled in Jerusalem.
This phrase refers to the leaders or prominent figures among the Israelites who took residence in Jerusalem after the return from Babylonian exile. The term "heads of the provinces" indicates those with authority or leadership roles, possibly tribal leaders or family heads. Jerusalem, being the spiritual and political center, required strong leadership to reestablish its significance. This settlement was part of Nehemiah's efforts to repopulate and fortify the city, ensuring its security and religious centrality. The leaders' willingness to settle in Jerusalem reflects their commitment to the restoration of the city and the temple, aligning with God's covenant promises to Israel.

(In the villages of Judah, however, each lived on his own property in their towns—
This part highlights the distribution of the population in the region. While some leaders and families moved to Jerusalem, others remained in their ancestral lands in the villages of Judah. This reflects the tribal allotments given during the conquest of Canaan under Joshua, where each tribe received specific territories. The mention of "own property" underscores the importance of land inheritance in Israelite society, which was tied to family identity and God's promises to the patriarchs. The balance between urban and rural living was crucial for maintaining agricultural productivity and supporting the temple economy.

the Israelites, priests, Levites, temple servants, and descendants of Solomon’s servants—
This list represents the diverse groups within the community, each with specific roles. The "Israelites" refers to the general population, while "priests" and "Levites" were responsible for religious duties and temple service. The "temple servants" (Nethinim) were likely non-Israelite laborers dedicated to assisting the Levites, possibly descendants of the Gibeonites who were assigned to temple service (Joshua 9:27). The "descendants of Solomon’s servants" were likely those who served in the royal court or temple during Solomon's reign, possibly foreign captives or their descendants. This diverse composition underscores the inclusive nature of the post-exilic community, united in their dedication to worship and service in the restored Jerusalem.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Heads of the Province
These are the leaders or prominent figures who took responsibility for the governance and spiritual oversight of Jerusalem.

2. Jerusalem
The central city of worship and governance for the Israelites, representing the heart of Jewish identity and faith.

3. Cities of Judah
The surrounding towns and regions where the rest of the Israelites lived, each on their own property.

4. Israelites
The general population of the Jewish people, including various tribes and families.

5. Priests, Levites, Temple Servants, and Descendants of Solomon’s Servants
Specific groups dedicated to religious duties and temple service, highlighting the importance of worship and spiritual leadership.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Leadership
The heads of the province took on significant roles in rebuilding and maintaining the spiritual and civic life of Jerusalem. Effective leadership is crucial in guiding communities in faith and practice.

Community and Worship
The presence of priests, Levites, and temple servants underscores the centrality of worship and religious observance in the life of the community. Our lives should also prioritize worship and service to God.

Restoration and Faithfulness
The return to Jerusalem and the re-establishment of its population reflect God's faithfulness in restoring His people. We can trust in God's promises and His ability to restore and renew our lives.

Living in Our Inheritance
Each person living on their own property signifies the fulfillment of God's promise to give the Israelites a land of their own. We are called to live in the spiritual inheritance God has given us through Christ.

Diversity in Unity
The various groups mentioned (Israelites, priests, Levites, etc.) highlight the diversity within the community, yet they all contribute to the unity and function of God's people. We should celebrate diversity within the body of Christ while working towards unity.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Nehemiah 11:3?

2. How does Nehemiah 11:3 illustrate the importance of community in God's plan?

3. What role did leaders play in repopulating Jerusalem according to Nehemiah 11:3?

4. How does Nehemiah 11:3 connect to God's promises in Deuteronomy 30:3-5?

5. How can we prioritize community service like those in Nehemiah 11:3?

6. What lessons from Nehemiah 11:3 can we apply to modern church leadership?

7. What is the significance of Nehemiah 11:3 in the context of Jerusalem's repopulation?

8. How does Nehemiah 11:3 reflect God's plan for community restoration?

9. What historical evidence supports the events described in Nehemiah 11:3?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Nehemiah 11?

11. Nehemiah 11:3–4 – Is there any concrete evidence to confirm the listed families and their numbers who supposedly settled in the city?

12. What are the main themes of the Bible's books?

13. Who were the Nethinim in biblical history?

14. Joshua 18:4 – How likely is it that ancient Israelites had the means and literacy to survey and record the land so precisely?
What Does Nehemiah 11:3 Mean
These are the heads of the provinces

The first words remind us that God keeps careful track of leaders who step forward in obedience (Nehemiah 7:6-7; Ezra 2:1-2). After the exile, Judah was a Persian province, yet the Lord was still raising “heads” who would carry spiritual and civic responsibility. This little phrase underscores two truths:

• Authority is God-delegated, not self-appointed (Romans 13:1).

• Leadership lists in Scripture are historical fact, anchoring our faith in real events (1 Chronicles 9:1).


Who settled in Jerusalem

Rebuilding walls was only half the mission; a thriving city needed residents. Earlier, lots were cast so that one family in ten would relocate to Jerusalem (Nehemiah 11:1-2). Those leaders led by example, choosing proximity to the temple over personal comfort—echoing Psalm 84:10, “Better is one day in Your courts than a thousand elsewhere”. Their move models willingness to put God’s house first (Matthew 6:33).


In the villages of Judah, however

The Holy City did not swallow up the countryside. Most people remained in outlying villages, maintaining family inheritances (Joshua 21:12). The balance between city and village shows God’s design for both centralized worship and decentralized daily life (Acts 8:1, where believers scatter yet still serve).


Each lived on his own property in their towns—

Land allotments given under Joshua were still honored centuries later (Leviticus 25:23). Even after exile and foreign rule, the covenant promise of territory stood firm—proof that God’s gifts are irrevocable (Romans 11:29). Owning property also meant personal stewardship; every household was responsible to keep its corner of Israel faithful (Deuteronomy 6:4-9).


The Israelites

This broad term covers lay families who tilled soil, plied trades, raised children, and formed the backbone of national life. Their inclusion testifies that ordinary believers matter as much as leaders (Exodus 19:6, “You shall be to Me a kingdom of priests”). Everyday faithfulness makes holy cities possible (Colossians 3:23-24).


Priests

Descendants of Aaron ensured sacrifices, taught the Law (Leviticus 10:11), and blessed the people (Numbers 6:24-26). Their presence in both Jerusalem and the villages (Nehemiah 11:20) guaranteed that worship and instruction permeated the land, prefiguring our calling to be priests through Christ (1 Peter 2:9).


Levites

Unlike priests, Levites had no land inheritance (Deuteronomy 18:1-2); they relied on God’s provision through tithes. Their tasks—gatekeeping, singing, assisting in teaching (1 Chronicles 23:3-5; Nehemiah 8:7)—show that service roles are as sacred as leadership roles (1 Corinthians 12:4-7).


Temple servants

Often called the Nethinim (Ezra 2:43), these helpers performed essential, humble duties. Their willingness to serve mirrors Jesus’ teaching that the greatest in the kingdom is the servant of all (Mark 10:44-45). They remind us that no task done for God is menial.


Descendants of Solomon’s servants—

These were families whose forefathers had labored on Solomon’s projects (1 Kings 9:20-22; Ezra 2:55). Centuries later, they were still identified with God’s work, proving that service can shape a family legacy. Their mention affirms that God remembers generational faithfulness (Psalm 112:1-2).


summary

Nehemiah 11:3 paints a snapshot of post-exilic life: leaders pioneering life inside Jerusalem, while the wider population, priests, Levites, and various servant groups maintained their God-assigned places throughout Judah. The verse highlights God’s orderly structure, the importance of both visible and behind-the-scenes roles, and the enduring validity of His promises regarding land, lineage, and leadership. Every name listed, every village mentioned, and every duty assigned proclaims that the Lord sees, records, and rewards those who take their place in His redemptive plan.

(3) Of the province.--This betrays the hand of Nehemiah, who was still a Persian official as well as a governor of Judah; and it shows that here we have a general heading for the rest of the chapter. Both city and country are included in the rest of the verse.

Israel.--The two Israelitish tribes were represented, but, like Judah before, this has become a generic name.

Verse 3. - These are the chief of the province. A comparison is in the writer's mind between the Jews of Palestine and those of the great Persian capitals, Babylon and Susa, to which, as a Persian official, he himself properly belongs. Compare Nehemiah 1:3 and Ezra 2:1. That dwelt in Jerusalem. i.e. "that were entered in Nehemiah's census among the inhabitants of Jerusalem after the transfer of population had been made." The names which follow appear in most cases to be personal, but a certain number of them are names of families. In the cities of Judah dwelt every one in his possession. It follows that those who removed from the country districts to Jerusalem quitted their "possessions, often, it may be, exchanging riches for poverty, a comfortable house for one half in ruins (Nehemiah 7:4), and the life of a small landed proprietor for that of an artisan or hired labourer. Hence the "blessings" called down by the people on those who volunteered (ver. 2). Israel. Compare 1 Chronicles 9:3, where we find that among those who had returned were mere-bers of the two great Israelitish tribes, Manasseh and Ephraim. On the Nethinims, and the children of Solomon's servants, see the comment on Ezra 2:43, 55.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
These
וְאֵ֙לֶּה֙ (wə·’êl·leh)
Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - common plural
Strong's 428: These, those

are the heads
רָאשֵׁ֣י (rā·šê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 7218: The head

of the provinces
הַמְּדִינָ֔ה (ham·mə·ḏî·nāh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4082: A judgeship, jurisdiction, a district, a region

who
אֲשֶׁ֥ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

settled
יָשְׁב֖וּ (yā·šə·ḇū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry

in Jerusalem
בִּירוּשָׁלִָ֑ם (bî·rū·šā·lim)
Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel

(but in the villages
וּבְעָרֵ֣י (ū·ḇə·‘ā·rê)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - feminine plural construct
Strong's 5892: Excitement

of Judah
יְהוּדָ֗ה (yə·hū·ḏāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3063: Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites

each
אִ֤ישׁ (’îš)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person

lived
יָֽשְׁב֞וּ (yā·šə·ḇū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry

on his own property
בַּאֲחֻזָּתוֹ֙ (ba·’ă·ḥuz·zā·ṯōw)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 272: Something seized, a possession

in their towns—
בְּעָ֣רֵיהֶ֔ם (bə·‘ā·rê·hem)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 5892: Excitement

the Israelites,
יִשְׂרָאֵ֤ל (yiś·rā·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc

priests,
הַכֹּהֲנִים֙ (hak·kō·hă·nîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3548: Priest

Levites,
וְהַלְוִיִּ֣ם (wə·hal·wî·yim)
Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural
Strong's 3881: Levites -- descendant of Levi

temple servants,
וְהַנְּתִינִ֔ים (wə·han·nə·ṯî·nîm)
Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 5411: The Nethinim, Temple-servants

and descendants
וּבְנֵ֖י (ū·ḇə·nê)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Solomon’s
שְׁלֹמֹֽה׃ (šə·lō·mōh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8010: Solomon -- David's son and successor to his throne

servants—
עַבְדֵ֥י (‘aḇ·ḏê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 5650: Slave, servant


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