Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Next to him, Ezer son of Jeshua, ruler of Mizpah, repaired another section, from a point facing the ascent to the armory as far as the angle of the wall. New Living Translation Next to them, Ezer son of Jeshua, the leader of Mizpah, repaired another section of wall across from the ascent to the armory near the angle in the wall. English Standard Version Next to him Ezer the son of Jeshua, ruler of Mizpah, repaired another section opposite the ascent to the armory at the buttress. Berean Standard Bible And next to him, Ezer son of Jeshua, ruler of Mizpah, repaired another section opposite the ascent to the armory, near the angle in the wall. King James Bible And next to him repaired Ezer the son of Jeshua, the ruler of Mizpah, another piece over against the going up to the armoury at the turning of the wall. New King James Version And next to him Ezer the son of Jeshua, the leader of Mizpah, repaired another section in front of the Ascent to the Armory at the buttress. New American Standard Bible And next to him Ezer the son of Jeshua, the official of Mizpah, repaired another section in front of the ascent of the armory at the Angle. NASB 1995 Next to him Ezer the son of Jeshua, the official of Mizpah, repaired another section in front of the ascent of the armory at the Angle. NASB 1977 And next to him Ezer the son of Jeshua, the official of Mizpah, repaired another section, in front of the ascent of the armory at the Angle. Legacy Standard Bible Next to him Ezer the son of Jeshua, the official of Mizpah, repaired another section in front of the ascent of the armory at the Angle. Amplified Bible Next to him Ezer the son of Jeshua, the official of Mizpah, repaired another section [northward] in front of the ascent to the armory at the Angle [in the wall]. Christian Standard Bible Next to him Ezer son of Jeshua, ruler of Mizpah, made repairs to another section opposite the ascent to the armory at the Angle. Holman Christian Standard Bible Next to him Ezer son of Jeshua, ruler over Mizpah, made repairs to another section opposite the ascent to the armory at the Angle. American Standard Version And next to him repaired Ezer the son of Jeshua, the ruler of Mizpah, another portion, over against the ascent to the armory at the turning of the wall. Contemporary English Version Ezer son of Jeshua, who ruled Mizpah, rebuilt the section of the wall that was in front of the armory and reached to the corner of the wall; English Revised Version And next to him repaired Ezer the son of Jeshua, the ruler of Mizpah, another portion, over against the going up to the armoury at the turning of the wall. GOD'S WORD® Translation Next to him Ezer, Jeshua's son, the official in charge of Mizpah, repaired a section across from the ascent to the Armory at the Angle. Good News Translation Ezer son of Jeshua, ruler of Mizpah, built the next section in front of the armory, as far as the place where the wall turns; International Standard Version Next to him Jeshua's son Ezer, ruling official of Mizpah, repaired another section near the ascent to the armory at the Angle. Majority Standard Bible And next to him, Ezer son of Jeshua, ruler of Mizpah, repaired another section opposite the ascent to the armory, near the angle in the wall. NET Bible Adjacent to him Ezer son of Jeshua, head of Mizpah, worked on another section, opposite the ascent to the armory at the buttress. New Heart English Bible Next to him, Ezer the son of Jeshua, the ruler of Mizpah, repaired another portion, across from the ascent to the armory at the turning of the wall. Webster's Bible Translation And next to him repaired Ezer the son of Jeshua, the ruler of Mizpah, another piece over against the ascent to the armory, at the turning of the wall. World English Bible Next to him, Ezer the son of Jeshua, the ruler of Mizpah, repaired another portion across from the ascent to the armory at the turning of the wall. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Ezer son of Jeshua, head of Mizpah, strengthens, by his hand, a second measure, from in front of the ascent of the armory at the angle. Young's Literal Translation And Ezer son of Jeshua, head of Mizpah, doth strengthen, by his hand, a second measure, from over-against the ascent of the armoury at the angle. Smith's Literal Translation And upon his hand held fast Ezer son of Joshua, chief of Mizpeh, the second measure from before the going up of the weapons of the corner. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd next to him Aser the son of Josue, lord of Maspha, built another measure, over against the going up of the strong corner. Catholic Public Domain Version And beside him, Ezer, the son of Jeshua, the leader of Mizpah, built another measure, opposite the ascent to the strongest corner. New American Bible next to him Ezer, son of Jeshua, administrator of Mizpah, who repaired the adjoining sector, the Corner, opposite the ascent to the arsenal. New Revised Standard Version next to him Ezer son of Jeshua, ruler of Mizpah, repaired another section opposite the ascent to the armory at the Angle. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd next to him repaired Ezer the son of Joshua, the ruler of Mizpah, another section over against the ascent to the armory at the turning of the wall. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Dazar, son of Yeshua, Governor of Mitspia fortified unto the border the second section from next to the ascent that goes to Qamtsua. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And next to him repaired Ezer the son of Jeshua, the ruler of Mizpah, another portion, over against the ascent to the armoury at the Turning. Brenton Septuagint Translation And next to him repaired Azur the son of Joshua, ruler of Masphai, another portion of the tower of ascent, where it meets the corner. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Builders of the Walls…18Next to him, their countrymen made repairs under Binnui son of Henadad, ruler of the other half-district of Keilah. 19And next to him, Ezer son of Jeshua, ruler of Mizpah, repaired another section opposite the Ascent to the Armory, near the angle in the wall. 20Next to him, Baruch son of Zabbai diligently repaired another section, from the angle to the doorway of the house of Eliashib the high priest.… Cross References Nehemiah 2:18 I also told them about the gracious hand of my God upon me, and what the king had said to me. “Let us start rebuilding,” they replied, and they set their hands to this good work. Nehemiah 4:6 So we rebuilt the wall until all of it was joined together up to half its height, for the people had a mind to work. Nehemiah 6:15-16 So the wall was completed in fifty-two days, on the twenty-fifth of Elul. / When all our enemies heard about this, all the surrounding nations were afraid and disheartened, for they realized that this task had been accomplished by our God. Ezra 4:4-5 Then the people of the land set out to discourage the people of Judah and make them afraid to build. / They hired counselors against them to frustrate their plans throughout the reign of Cyrus king of Persia and down to the reign of Darius king of Persia. Ezra 6:14 So the Jewish elders built and prospered through the prophesying of Haggai the prophet and Zechariah son of Iddo. They finished building according to the command of the God of Israel and the decrees of Cyrus, Darius, and Artaxerxes, kings of Persia. Haggai 1:14 So the LORD stirred the spirit of Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and the spirit of Joshua son of Jehozadak, the high priest, as well as the spirit of all the remnant of the people. And they came and began the work on the house of the LORD of Hosts, their God, Zechariah 4:6-9 So he said to me, “This is the word of the LORD to Zerubbabel: Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit, says the LORD of Hosts. / What are you, O great mountain? Before Zerubbabel you will become a plain. Then he will bring forth the capstone accompanied by shouts of ‘Grace, grace to it!’” / Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying, ... 1 Chronicles 29:5 for the gold work and the silver work, and for all the work to be done by the craftsmen. Now who is willing to consecrate himself to the LORD today?” 2 Chronicles 24:13 So the workmen labored, and in their hands the repair work progressed. They restored the house of God according to its specifications, and they reinforced it. 2 Chronicles 31:21 He acted with all his heart in every work that he began in the service of the house of God, and in the law and the commandments, in order to seek his God. And so he prospered. Proverbs 14:23 There is profit in all labor, but mere talk leads only to poverty. Isaiah 58:12 Your people will rebuild the ancient ruins; you will restore the age-old foundations; you will be called Repairer of the Breach, Restorer of the Streets of Dwelling. Matthew 5:14-16 You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. / Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a basket. Instead, they set it on a stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. / In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 25:21 His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!’ Mark 13:34 It is like a man going on a journey who left his house, put each servant in charge of his own task, and instructed the doorkeeper to keep watch. Treasury of Scripture And next to him repaired Ezer the son of Jeshua, the ruler of Mizpah, another piece over against the going up to the armory at the turning of the wall. Jeshua Nehemiah 10:9 And the Levites: both Jeshua the son of Azaniah, Binnui of the sons of Henadad, Kadmiel; Nehemiah 12:8 Moreover the Levites: Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, which was over the thanksgiving, he and his brethren. Mizpah Nehemiah 3:15 But the gate of the fountain repaired Shallun the son of Colhozeh, the ruler of part of Mizpah; he built it, and covered it, and set up the doors thereof, the locks thereof, and the bars thereof, and the wall of the pool of Siloah by the king's garden, and unto the stairs that go down from the city of David. the turning 2 Chronicles 26:9 Moreover Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the corner gate, and at the valley gate, and at the turning of the wall, and fortified them. Jump to Previous Angle Armory Armoury Arms Ascent Ezer Facing Far Front Good Hand Head Jeshua Making Measure Mizpah Official Opposite Over-Against Part Piece Point Portion Repaired Ruler Second Section Side Store Strengthen Turning Wall Way WorkingJump to Next Angle Armory Armoury Arms Ascent Ezer Facing Far Front Good Hand Head Jeshua Making Measure Mizpah Official Opposite Over-Against Part Piece Point Portion Repaired Ruler Second Section Side Store Strengthen Turning Wall Way WorkingNehemiah 3 1. The names and order of those who built the wallAnd next to him, Ezer son of Jeshua Ezer, whose name means "help," is identified as the son of Jeshua. The name Jeshua is a variant of Joshua, meaning "The Lord is salvation." This highlights the theme of divine assistance and salvation throughout the rebuilding efforts. Ezer's position "next to him" indicates the collaborative nature of the work, emphasizing unity among the Israelites. This cooperation is a recurring theme in Nehemiah, reflecting the communal effort required to restore Jerusalem. ruler of Mizpah repaired another section opposite the ascent to the armory near the angle in the wall Persons / Places / Events 1. EzerA leader involved in the rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall. His name means "help" or "aid" in Hebrew, reflecting his role in the restoration efforts. 2. Jeshua Ezer's father, possibly a notable figure in the community, though not much is detailed about him in this passage. 3. Mizpah A significant location in the region of Benjamin, often associated with watchfulness or a lookout point. It was a place of gathering and judgment in Israel's history. 4. The Ascent to the Armory A specific section of the wall that Ezer repaired, indicating a strategic military location important for the city's defense. 5. The Angle of the Wall A structural feature of the wall, possibly a corner or a bend, which required special attention during the repairs. Teaching Points The Importance of Leadership and InitiativeEzer's role as a leader in the rebuilding project highlights the importance of taking initiative and leading by example in community and church projects. Strategic Planning in Ministry The focus on specific sections like the Ascent to the Armory underscores the need for strategic planning and prioritization in ministry work. Unity and Cooperation The collective effort in rebuilding the wall serves as a model for unity and cooperation within the church, where each member's contribution is vital. Faithfulness in Small Tasks Even seemingly minor tasks, like repairing a section of the wall, are significant in God's eyes and contribute to the larger mission. Historical and Spiritual Restoration The physical rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall symbolizes spiritual restoration and renewal, encouraging believers to seek personal and communal revival.(19) At the turning of the wall.--Literally, the armoury of the corner: the north-west corner of the "city of David," with its special wall.Verse 19. - Another piece. Ezer has not been previously mentioned as repairing any portion of the wall; but "the men of Mizpah" have been mentioned as so doing (ver. 7). Ezer had apparently succeeded to "Jadon the Meronothita, as the superintendant of the Mizpah working-party. The going up to the armoury at the turning of the wall. Literally, "the ascent to the armoury of the corner." There were probably several armouries in Jerusalem (see Isaiah 22:8). This one was called "the armoury of the corner," being situated at the north-western angle of the special wall of the city of David. There was an "ascent" to it, either by steps, or by a steep pathway, from the Tyropoeon valley. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew And next toעַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against him, יָד֜וֹ (yā·ḏōw) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 3027: A hand Ezer עֵ֧זֶר (‘ê·zer) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5829: Ezer -- 'help', three Israelites son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Jeshua, יֵשׁ֛וּעַ (yê·šū·a‘) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3442: Jeshua ruler שַׂ֥ר (śar) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince of Mizpah, הַמִּצְפָּ֖ה (ham·miṣ·pāh) Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 4709: Mizpah -- the name of several places in Israel made repairs וַיְחַזֵּ֨ק (way·ḥaz·zêq) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 2388: To fasten upon, to seize, be strong, obstinate, to bind, restrain, conquer to another שֵׁנִ֑ית (šê·nîṯ) Number - ordinal feminine singular Strong's 8145: Second (an ordinal number) section מִדָּ֣ה (mid·dāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4060: Extension, height, breadth, a measure, a portion, a vestment, tribute opposite מִנֶּ֕גֶד (min·ne·ḡeḏ) Preposition-m Strong's 5048: A front, part opposite, a counterpart, mate, over against, before the Ascent עֲלֹ֥ת (‘ă·lōṯ) Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 5927: To ascend, in, actively to the Armory, הַנֶּ֖שֶׁק (han·ne·šeq) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5402: Military equipment, arms, an arsenal near the angle [in the wall]. הַמִּקְצֹֽעַ׃ (ham·miq·ṣō·a‘) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4740: A corner buttress Links Nehemiah 3:19 NIVNehemiah 3:19 NLT Nehemiah 3:19 ESV Nehemiah 3:19 NASB Nehemiah 3:19 KJV Nehemiah 3:19 BibleApps.com Nehemiah 3:19 Biblia Paralela Nehemiah 3:19 Chinese Bible Nehemiah 3:19 French Bible Nehemiah 3:19 Catholic Bible OT History: Nehemiah 3:19 Next to him repaired Ezer the son (Neh Ne) |
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