Nehemiah 11:33
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in Hazor, Ramah and Gittaim,

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Hazor, Ramah, Gittaim,

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Hazor, Ramah, Gittaim,

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Hazor, Ramah, Gittaim,

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in Hazor, Ramah, and Gittaim,

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Hazor, Ramah, Gittaim,

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Hazor, Ramah, Gittaim,
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Hazor, Ramah, Gittaim,

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Hazor, Ramah, Gittaim,
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Asor, Rama, Gethaim,

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Hazor, Ramah, Gittaim,

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Hazor, Ramah, Gittaim,

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Hazor, Ramah, Gittaim,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Hazor, Ramtha, Gittaim,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Khatsur, and Ramtha, and Gethim
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Hazor, Ramah, Gittaim;

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Context
Residents Outside Jerusalem
32in Anathoth, Nob, Ananiah, 33Hazor, Ramah, Gittaim, 34Hadid, Zeboim, Neballat,…

Cross References
Joshua 15:33-36
These were in the foothills: Eshtaol, Zorah, Ashnah, / Zanoah, En-gannim, Tappuah, Enam, / Jarmuth, Adullam, Socoh, Azekah, ...

1 Chronicles 4:32-33
And their villages were Etam, Ain, Rimmon, Tochen, and Ashan—five towns— / and all their surrounding villages as far as Baal. These were their settlements, and they kept a genealogical record:

Joshua 19:41-43
The territory of their inheritance included Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir-shemesh, / Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah, / Elon, Timnah, Ekron,

1 Samuel 17:1
Now the Philistines gathered their forces for war at Socoh in Judah, and they camped between Socoh and Azekah in Ephes-dammim.

2 Chronicles 11:5-10
Rehoboam lived in Jerusalem, and he built up cities for defense in Judah. / He built up Bethlehem, Etam, Tekoa, / Beth-zur, Soco, Adullam, ...

Joshua 10:3-5
Therefore Adoni-zedek king of Jerusalem sent word to Hoham king of Hebron, Piram king of Jarmuth, Japhia king of Lachish, and Debir king of Eglon, saying, / “Come up and help me. We will attack Gibeon, because they have made peace with Joshua and the Israelites.” / So the five kings of the Amorites—the kings of Jerusalem, Hebron, Jarmuth, Lachish, and Eglon—joined forces and advanced with all their armies. They camped before Gibeon and made war against it.

1 Kings 4:9-10
Ben-deker in Makaz, in Shaalbim, in Beth-shemesh, and in Elon-beth-hanan; / Ben-hesed in Arubboth (Socoh and all the land of Hepher belonged to him);

2 Samuel 23:24-29
Now these were members of the Thirty: Asahel the brother of Joab, Elhanan son of Dodo of Bethlehem, / Shammah the Harodite, Elika the Harodite, / Helez the Paltite, Ira son of Ikkesh the Tekoite, ...

Judges 1:34-36
The Amorites forced the Danites into the hill country and did not allow them to come down into the plain. / And the Amorites were determined to dwell in Mount Heres, Aijalon, and Shaalbim. But when the house of Joseph grew in strength, they pressed the Amorites into forced labor. / And the border of the Amorites extended from the Ascent of Akrabbim to Sela and beyond.

1 Chronicles 6:57-60
So the descendants of Aaron were given Hebron (a city of refuge), Libnah, Jattir, Eshtemoa, / Hilen, Debir, / Ashan, Juttah, and Beth-shemesh, together with their pasturelands. ...

Matthew 2:1
After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem,

Luke 2:4
So Joseph also went up from Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to the city of David called Bethlehem, since he was from the house and line of David.

Acts 8:1
And Saul was there, giving approval to Stephen’s death. On that day a great persecution broke out against the church in Jerusalem, and all except the apostles were scattered throughout Judea and Samaria.

Romans 15:19
by the power of signs and wonders, and by the power of the Spirit of God. So from Jerusalem all the way around to Illyricum, I have fully proclaimed the gospel of Christ.

Acts 9:31
Then the church throughout Judea, Galilee, and Samaria experienced a time of peace. It grew in strength and numbers, living in the fear of the Lord and the encouragement of the Holy Spirit.


Treasury of Scripture

Hazor, Ramah, Gittaim,

Ramah.

Joshua 18:25
Gibeon, and Ramah, and Beeroth,

1 Samuel 7:17
And his return was to Ramah; for there was his house; and there he judged Israel; and there he built an altar unto the LORD.

Matthew 2:18
In Rama was there a voice heard, lamentation, and weeping, and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children, and would not be comforted, because they are not.

Rama.

2 Samuel 4:3
And the Beerothites fled to Gittaim, and were sojourners there until this day.)

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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.














Hazor
Hazor is a name that appears multiple times in the Bible, referring to different locations. The Hazor mentioned in Nehemiah 11:33 is likely a town in the territory of Benjamin. This is distinct from the more famous Hazor in the north, which was a major Canaanite city conquered by Joshua (Joshua 11:10-11). The Benjaminite Hazor was a smaller settlement, possibly serving as a strategic location for the returning exiles. Archaeological evidence suggests that many of these towns were reoccupied and rebuilt during the post-exilic period, reflecting the efforts to restore the land and reestablish the community. The rebuilding of such towns is a fulfillment of God's promise to restore Israel after the Babylonian exile (Jeremiah 30:18).

Ramah
Ramah is another town in the territory of Benjamin, located near Gibeah and Mizpah. It holds significant historical and prophetic importance. Ramah was the home of the prophet Samuel (1 Samuel 7:17) and served as a center for his ministry. It is also mentioned in the context of the Babylonian exile; Jeremiah 40:1 describes the gathering of exiles at Ramah before being taken to Babylon. This town is associated with mourning in Jeremiah 31:15, a prophecy later applied to the massacre of the innocents in Matthew 2:18. The inclusion of Ramah in the list of resettled towns underscores the restoration of places with deep spiritual and historical roots in Israel's history.

Gittaim
Gittaim is less frequently mentioned in the Bible, with its most notable reference being in 2 Samuel 4:3, where it is described as a refuge for the Beerothites. The exact location of Gittaim is uncertain, but it is believed to be in the region of Benjamin. The mention of Gittaim in Nehemiah 11:33 indicates its reoccupation during the post-exilic period, contributing to the repopulation and stabilization of the area. This reflects the broader theme of restoration and renewal found throughout the book of Nehemiah, as the Jewish people sought to rebuild their communities and reestablish their identity in the land promised to their ancestors.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Hazor
A city mentioned in the Old Testament, often associated with the northern kingdom of Israel. It was a significant Canaanite city before being conquered by Joshua.

2. Ramah
A town in the territory of Benjamin, frequently mentioned in the Bible. It is known as the birthplace of the prophet Samuel and a site of significant events in Israel's history.

3. Gittaim
A lesser-known location, possibly a settlement of the Benjamites. Its mention here indicates its inclusion in the repopulation efforts during Nehemiah's time.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Community Restoration
Nehemiah 11:33 highlights the repopulation of cities, emphasizing the importance of restoring and maintaining community life. This reflects God's desire for His people to live in unity and fellowship.

Significance of Historical Roots
Understanding the historical and spiritual significance of places like Hazor, Ramah, and Gittaim can deepen our appreciation for God's work throughout history and His faithfulness to His promises.

God's Sovereignty in Place and Time
The mention of these cities in the context of Nehemiah's reforms reminds us of God's sovereignty over geographical locations and historical events, orchestrating them for His purposes.

Faithfulness in Small Beginnings
Gittaim, though lesser-known, is included in the list, teaching us that every place and person has a role in God's plan, no matter how small or insignificant they may seem.Verse 33. - Hazor occurs as a Benjamite city here only. Ramah is the famous town, now er-Ram, so often mentioned as a little to the north of Jerusalem (Joshua 18:25; Judges 4:5; 1 Kings 15:17; Isaiah 10:29; Jeremiah 31:15). Gittaim is mentioned as a Benjamite town in 2 Samuel 4:3.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Hazor,
חָצ֥וֹר ׀ (ḥā·ṣō·wr)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 2674: Hazor -- the name of several places in Palestine, also one in Arabia

Ramah,
רָמָ֖ה (rā·māh)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 7414: Ramah -- 'height', the name of several places in Israel

Gittaim,
גִּתָּֽיִם׃ (git·tā·yim)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1664: Gittaim -- a city in Benjamin


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