Nehemiah 13:12
New International Version
All Judah brought the tithes of grain, new wine and olive oil into the storerooms.

New Living Translation
And once more all the people of Judah began bringing their tithes of grain, new wine, and olive oil to the Temple storerooms.

English Standard Version
Then all Judah brought the tithe of the grain, wine, and oil into the storehouses.

Berean Standard Bible
and all Judah brought a tenth of the grain, new wine, and oil into the storerooms.

King James Bible
Then brought all Judah the tithe of the corn and the new wine and the oil unto the treasuries.

New King James Version
Then all Judah brought the tithe of the grain and the new wine and the oil to the storehouse.

New American Standard Bible
All Judah then brought the tithe of the grain, wine, and oil into the storehouses.

NASB 1995
All Judah then brought the tithe of the grain, wine and oil into the storehouses.

NASB 1977
All Judah then brought the tithe of the grain, wine, and oil into the storehouses.

Legacy Standard Bible
All Judah then brought the tithe of the grain, new wine, and oil into the storehouses.

Amplified Bible
Then all Judah brought the tithe of the grain, the new wine, and the oil to the storehouses.

Christian Standard Bible
Then all Judah brought a tenth of the grain, new wine, and fresh oil into the storehouses.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then all Judah brought a tenth of the grain, new wine, and oil into the storehouses.

American Standard Version
Then brought all Judah the tithe of the grain and the new wine and the oil unto the treasuries.

Contemporary English Version
After this, everyone in Judah brought a tenth of their grain, wine, and olive oil to the temple storeroom.

English Revised Version
Then brought all Judah the tithe of the corn and the wine and the oil unto the treasuries.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Then all Judah brought a tenth of all the grain harvested, new wine, and olive oil to the storerooms.

Good News Translation
Then all the people of Israel again started bringing to the Temple storerooms their tithes of grain, wine, and olive oil.

International Standard Version
Then all of Judah brought the tithe of the grain, the new wine, and the oil into the storerooms.

Majority Standard Bible
and all Judah brought a tenth of the grain, new wine, and oil into the storerooms.

NET Bible
Then all of Judah brought the tithe of the grain, the new wine, and the olive oil to the storerooms.

New Heart English Bible
Then brought all Judah the tithe of the grain and the new wine and the oil to the treasuries.

Webster's Bible Translation
Then all Judah brought the tithe of the corn and the new wine and the oil to the treasuries.

World English Bible
Then all Judah brought the tithe of the grain, the new wine, and the oil to the treasuries.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and all Judah has brought in the tithe of the grain, and of the new wine, and of the oil, to the treasuries.

Young's Literal Translation
and all Judah have brought in the tithe of the corn, and of the new wine, and of the oil, to the treasuries.

Smith's Literal Translation
And all Judah brought the tenth of the grain and the new wine and the new oil to the treasuries.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And all Juda brought the tithe of the corn, and the wine, and the oil into the storehouses.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And all of Judah brought the tithes of the grain, and the wine, and the oil into the storehouses.

New American Bible
All Judah once more brought in the tithes of grain, wine, and oil to the storerooms.

New Revised Standard Version
Then all Judah brought the tithe of the grain, wine, and oil into the storehouses.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Then all the Jews brought the tithe of the grain and the wine and the oil to the storehouses.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And all the Jews brought a tenth of the grain and of wine and of oil to the storehouses.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Then brought all Judah the tithe of the corn and the wine and the oil unto the treasuries.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And all Juda brought a tithe of the wheat and the wine and the oil into the treasuries,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Tithes Restored
11So 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, 12and all Judah brought a tenth of the grain, new wine, and oil into the storerooms. 13I appointed as treasurers over the storerooms Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah of the Levites, with Hanan son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah, to assist them, because they were considered trustworthy. They were responsible for distributing the supplies to their fellow Levites.…

Cross References
Malachi 3:10
Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this,” says the LORD of Hosts. “See if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour out for you blessing without measure.

2 Chronicles 31:5-6
As soon as the order went out, the Israelites generously provided the firstfruits of the grain, new wine, oil, and honey, and of all the produce of the field, and they brought in an abundance—a tithe of everything. / And the Israelites and Judahites who lived in the cities of Judah also brought a tithe of their herds and flocks and a tithe of the holy things consecrated to the LORD their God, and they laid them in large heaps.

Numbers 18:21-24
Behold, I have given to the Levites all the tithes in Israel as an inheritance in return for the work they do, the service of the Tent of Meeting. / No longer may the Israelites come near to the Tent of Meeting, or they will incur guilt and die. / The Levites are to perform the work of the Tent of Meeting, and they must bear their iniquity. This is a permanent statute for the generations to come. The Levites will not receive an inheritance among the Israelites. ...

Deuteronomy 14:28-29
At the end of every three years, bring a tenth of all your produce for that year and lay it up within your gates. / Then the Levite (because he has no portion or inheritance among you), the foreigner, the fatherless, and the widow within your gates may come and eat and be satisfied. And the LORD your God will bless you in all the work of your hands.

2 Chronicles 31:12
And they faithfully brought in the contributions, tithes, and dedicated gifts. Conaniah the Levite was the officer in charge of them, and his brother Shimei was second.

Leviticus 27:30-33
Thus any tithe from the land, whether from the seed of the land or the fruit of the trees, belongs to the LORD; it is holy to the LORD. / If a man wishes to redeem part of his tithe, he must add a fifth to its value. / Every tenth animal from the herd or flock that passes under the shepherd’s rod will be holy to the LORD. ...

Nehemiah 10:37-39
Moreover, we will bring to the priests at the storerooms of the house of our God the firstfruits of our dough, of our grain offerings, of the fruit of all our trees, and of our new wine and oil. A tenth of our produce belongs to the Levites, so that they shall receive tithes in all the towns where we labor. / A priest of Aaron’s line is to accompany the Levites when they collect the tenth, and the Levites are to bring a tenth of these tithes to the storerooms of the treasury in the house of our God. / For the Israelites and the Levites are to bring the contributions of grain, new wine, and oil to the storerooms where the articles of the sanctuary are kept and where the ministering priests, the gatekeepers, and the singers stay. Thus we will not neglect the house of our God.”

1 Corinthians 9:13-14
Do you not know that those who work in the temple eat of its food, and those who serve at the altar partake of its offerings? / In the same way, the Lord has prescribed that those who preach the gospel should receive their living from the gospel.

Hebrews 7:5
Now the law commands the sons of Levi who become priests to collect a tenth from the people—that is, from their brothers—though they too are descended from Abraham.

Matthew 23:23
Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You pay tithes of mint, dill, and cumin. But you have disregarded the weightier matters of the law: justice, mercy, and faithfulness. You should have practiced the latter, without neglecting the former.

Luke 11:42
Woe to you Pharisees! For you pay tithes of mint, rue, and every herb, but you disregard justice and the love of God. You should have practiced the latter without neglecting the former.

Deuteronomy 12:6-7
To that place you are to bring your burnt offerings and sacrifices, your tithes and heave offerings, your vow offerings and freewill offerings, as well as the firstborn of your herds and flocks. / There, in the presence of the LORD your God, you and your households shall eat and rejoice in all you do, because the LORD your God has blessed you.

2 Kings 12:4-5
Then Joash said to the priests, “Collect all the money brought as sacred gifts into the house of the LORD—the census money, the money from vows, and the money brought voluntarily into the house of the LORD. / Let every priest receive it from his constituency, and let it be used to repair any damage found in the temple.”

2 Kings 22:4-7
“Go up to Hilkiah the high priest and have him count the money that has been brought into the house of the LORD, which the doorkeepers have collected from the people. / And let them deliver it into the hands of the supervisors of those doing the work on the house of the LORD, who in turn are to give it to the workmen repairing the damages to the house of the LORD— / to the carpenters, builders, and masons—to buy timber and dressed stone to repair the temple. ...

Acts 4:34-35
There were no needy ones among them, because those who owned lands or houses would sell their property, bring the proceeds from the sales, / and lay them at the apostles’ feet for distribution to anyone as he had need.


Treasury of Scripture

Then brought all Judah the tithe of the corn and the new wine and the oil to the treasuries.

brought.

Nehemiah 10:37-39
And that we should bring the firstfruits of our dough, and our offerings, and the fruit of all manner of trees, of wine and of oil, unto the priests, to the chambers of the house of our God; and the tithes of our ground unto the Levites, that the same Levites might have the tithes in all the cities of our tillage…

Nehemiah 12:44
And at that time were some appointed over the chambers for the treasures, for the offerings, for the firstfruits, and for the tithes, to gather into them out of the fields of the cities the portions of the law for the priests and Levites: for Judah rejoiced for the priests and for the Levites that waited.

Leviticus 27:30
And all the tithe of the land, whether of the seed of the land, or of the fruit of the tree, is the LORD'S: it is holy unto the LORD.

treasuries.

Malachi 3:10
Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.

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Nehemiah 13
1. Upon the reading of the law, separation is made from the mixed multitude.
4. Nehemiah, at his return, causes the chambers to be cleansed.
10. He reforms the offices in the house of God;
15. the violation of the Sabbath;
23. and the marriages with the strange wives.














and all Judah
This phrase indicates the collective action of the people of Judah, emphasizing unity and obedience to the covenant. Historically, Judah was the southern kingdom, and its capital was Jerusalem. The mention of "all Judah" suggests a widespread commitment to the reforms Nehemiah was implementing. This collective action reflects the communal nature of worship and obedience in ancient Israel, where the community often acted as a whole in response to God's commands.

brought a tenth
The "tenth" refers to the tithe, a practice commanded in the Mosaic Law (Leviticus 27:30-32, Deuteronomy 14:22-29). Tithing was an act of worship and obedience, acknowledging God's provision and sovereignty. It was a way to support the Levites, who had no inheritance of land, and to provide for the temple's needs. This practice is a precursor to the New Testament principle of giving, as seen in 2 Corinthians 9:7, where believers are encouraged to give cheerfully.

of the grain, new wine, and oil
These items were staples of the ancient Near Eastern diet and economy. Grain was a primary food source, new wine was a symbol of joy and celebration, and oil was used for cooking, lighting, and anointing. The inclusion of these specific items highlights the agricultural basis of the economy and the importance of these resources in daily life and religious practices. The offering of these items signifies giving back to God from the firstfruits of one's labor, a principle seen throughout Scripture (Proverbs 3:9-10).

into the storerooms
The storerooms were part of the temple complex, designated for storing offerings and provisions for the Levites and priests. Nehemiah's reforms included restoring the proper use of these storerooms, which had been neglected or misused (Nehemiah 13:4-9). This action underscores the importance of maintaining the temple as a center of worship and community life. The storerooms' proper use ensured that the temple services could continue uninterrupted, reflecting the priority of worship and the support of those who ministered in the temple.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Nehemiah
The governor of Judah who led the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls and instituted reforms to restore the spiritual and social order of the Jewish community.

2. Judah
The southern kingdom of Israel, representing the Jewish people who returned from Babylonian exile and were responsible for supporting the temple services.

3. Storerooms
Designated areas in the temple where offerings such as grain, wine, and oil were stored for the Levites, priests, and temple workers.
Teaching Points
Faithful Stewardship
Nehemiah 13:12 highlights the importance of faithful stewardship of resources. Believers are called to support their local church and its ministries through tithes and offerings.

Community Responsibility
The collective action of Judah in bringing their tithes underscores the responsibility of the community to support spiritual leaders and maintain the house of God.

Spiritual Renewal
The act of bringing tithes was part of a broader spiritual renewal. Personal and communal revival often involves returning to foundational practices of faith, such as giving.

Obedience to God's Commands
The people of Judah's obedience in bringing their tithes reflects a heart aligned with God's commands. Obedience in giving is a tangible expression of faith and trust in God's provision.

Prioritizing Worship
By ensuring the storerooms were filled, the people prioritized worship and the functioning of the temple, reminding us to prioritize our spiritual commitments.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
and all
וְכָל־ (wə·ḵāl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

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

brought
הֵבִ֜יאוּ (hê·ḇî·’ū)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

a tenth
מַעְשַׂ֧ר (ma‘·śar)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4643: Tenth part, tithe

of the grain,
הַדָּגָ֛ן (had·dā·ḡān)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1715: Corn, grain (of cereals)

new wine,
וְהַתִּיר֥וֹשׁ (wə·hat·tî·rō·wōš)
Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 8492: Must, fresh grape-juice, fermented wine

and oil
וְהַיִּצְהָ֖ר (wə·hay·yiṣ·hār)
Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3323: Oil, anointing

into the storerooms.
לָאוֹצָרֽוֹת׃ (lā·’ō·w·ṣā·rō·wṯ)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 214: Treasure, store, a treasury, storehouse


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