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Next to him Meshullam son of Berekiah, the son of Meshezabel, made repairs, and next to him Zadok son of Baana also made repairs. <a href="/nlt/nehemiah/3.htm">New Living Translation</a> Meremoth son of Uriah and grandson of Hakkoz repaired the next section of wall. Beside him were Meshullam son of Berekiah and grandson of Meshezabel, and then Zadok son of Baana. <a href="/esv/nehemiah/3.htm">English Standard Version</a> And next to them Meremoth the son of Uriah, son of Hakkoz repaired. And next to them Meshullam the son of Berechiah, son of Meshezabel repaired. And next to them Zadok the son of Baana repaired. <a href="/bsb/nehemiah/3.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Next to them, Meremoth son of Uriah, the son of Hakkoz, made repairs. Next to him, Meshullam son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabel, made repairs; and next to him, Zadok son of Baana made repairs as well. <a href="/kjv/nehemiah/3.htm">King James Bible</a> And next unto them repaired Meremoth the son of Urijah, the son of Koz. And next unto them repaired Meshullam the son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabeel. And next unto them repaired Zadok the son of Baana. <a href="/nkjv/nehemiah/3.htm">New King James Version</a> And next to them Meremoth the son of Urijah, the son of Koz, made repairs. Next to them Meshullam the son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabel, made repairs. Next to them Zadok the son of Baana made repairs. <a href="/nasb_/nehemiah/3.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Next to them Meremoth the son of Uriah the son of Hakkoz made repairs. And next to him Meshullam the son of Berechiah the son of Meshezabel made repairs. And next to him Zadok the son of Baana also made repairs. <a href="/nasb/nehemiah/3.htm">NASB 1995</a> Next to them Meremoth the son of Uriah the son of Hakkoz made repairs. And next to him Meshullam the son of Berechiah the son of Meshezabel made repairs. And next to him Zadok the son of Baana also made repairs. <a href="/nasb77/nehemiah/3.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And next to them Meremoth the son of Uriah the son of Hakkoz made repairs. And next to him Meshullam the son of Berechiah the son of Meshezabel made repairs. And next to him Zadok the son of Baana also made repairs. <a href="/lsb/nehemiah/3.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Next to them Meremoth the son of Uriah the son of Hakkoz made repairs. And next to them Meshullam the son of Berechiah the son of Meshezabel made repairs. And next to them Zadok the son of Baana also made repairs. <a href="/amp/nehemiah/3.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Next to them Meremoth the son of Uriah, the son of Hakkoz, made repairs. Next to him Meshullam the son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabel, made repairs. And next to him Zadok the son of Baana also made repairs. <a href="/csb/nehemiah/3.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Next to them Meremoth son of Uriah, son of Hakkoz, made repairs. Beside them Meshullam son of Berechiah, son of Meshezabel, made repairs. Next to them Zadok son of Baana made repairs. <a href="/hcsb/nehemiah/3.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Next to them Meremoth son of Uriah, son of Hakkoz, made repairs. Beside them Meshullam son of Berechiah, son of Meshezabel, made repairs. Next to them Zadok son of Baana made repairs. <a href="/asv/nehemiah/3.htm">American Standard Version</a> And next unto them repaired Meremoth the son of Uriah, the son of Hakkoz. And next unto them repaired Meshullam the son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabel. And next unto them repaired Zadok the son of Baana. <a href="/cev/nehemiah/3.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Meremoth, son of Uriah and grandson of Hakkoz, completed the next section of the wall. Meshullam, son of Berechiah and grandson of Meshezabel, rebuilt the next section, and Zadok son of Baana rebuilt the section beside that. <a href="/erv/nehemiah/3.htm">English Revised Version</a> And next unto them repaired Meremoth the son of Uriah, the son of Hakkoz. And next unto them repaired Meshullam the son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabel. And next unto them repaired Zadok the son of Baana. <a href="/gwt/nehemiah/3.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Next to them Meremoth, son of Uriah and grandson of Hakkoz, made repairs. Next to them Meshullam, son of Berechiah and grandson of Meshezabel, made repairs. Next to them Zadok, son of Baana, made repairs. <a href="/gnt/nehemiah/3.htm">Good News Translation</a> Meremoth, the son of Uriah and grandson of Hakkoz, built the next section. Meshullam, the son of Berechiah and grandson of Meshezabel, built the next section. Zadok son of Baana built the next section. <a href="/isv/nehemiah/3.htm">International Standard Version</a> with Uriah's son Meremoth (who was also a grandson of Hakkoz) next to them, Berechiah's son Meshullam (who was also a grandson of Meshezabel) next to them, and next to him Baana's son Zadok. <a href="/msb/nehemiah/3.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Next to them, Meremoth son of Uriah, the son of Hakkoz, made repairs. Next to him, Meshullam son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabel, made repairs; and next to him, Zadok son of Baana made repairs as well. <a href="/net/nehemiah/3.htm">NET Bible</a> Meremoth son of Uriah, the son of Hakoz, worked on the section adjacent to them. Meshullam son of Berechiah the son of Meshezabel worked on the section next to them. And Zadok son of Baana worked on the section adjacent to them. <a href="/nheb/nehemiah/3.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Next to them, Meremoth the son of Uriah, the son of Hakkoz made repairs. Next to them, Meshullam the son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabel made repairs. Next to them, Zadok the son of Baana made repairs. <a href="/wbt/nehemiah/3.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And next to them repaired Meremoth the son of Urijah, the son of Koz. And next to them repaired Meshullam the son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabeel. And next to them repaired Zadok the son of Baana. <a href="/web/nehemiah/3.htm">World English Bible</a> Next to them, Meremoth the son of Uriah, the son of Hakkoz made repairs. Next to them, Meshullam the son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabel made repairs. Next to them, Zadok the son of Baana made repairs. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/nehemiah/3.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And by their hand Merimoth son of Urijah, son of Koz, has strengthened; and by his hand Meshullam son of Berechiah, son of Meshezabeel, has strengthened; and by his hand Zadok son of Baana has strengthened; <a href="/ylt/nehemiah/3.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And by their hand hath Merimoth son of Urijah, son of Koz, strengthened; and by his hand hath Meshullam son of Berechiah, son of Meshezabeel, strengthened; and by his hand hath Zadok son of Baana strengthened; <a href="/slt/nehemiah/3.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And at their hand held fast Meremoth, son of Urijah, son of Koz. And upon their hand Meshullam son of Berechiah, son of Meshezabeel. And upon their hand held fast Zadok son of Baana.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/nehemiah/3.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And next to him built Mosollam tile son of Barachias, the sell of Merezebel, and next to them built Sadoc the son of Baana. <a href="/cpdv/nehemiah/3.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And beside him, Meshullam, the son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabel, built. And beside them, Zadok, the son of Baana, built. <a href="/nabre/nehemiah/3.htm">New American Bible</a> At their side Meremoth, son of Uriah, son of Hakkoz, carried out the work of repair; next to him was Meshullam, son of Berechiah, son of Meshezabel; and next to him was Zadok, son of Baana. <a href="/nrsvce/nehemiah/3.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Next to them Meremoth son of Uriah son of Hakkoz made repairs. Next to them Meshullam son of Berechiah son of Meshezabel made repairs. Next to them Zadok son of Baana made repairs.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/nehemiah/3.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And next to them Meremoth the son of Urijah, the son of Akooz, repaired. Next to him Meshullam the son of Kenana, the son of Meshezakel, repaired. And next to them Zadok the son of Baana repaired. <a href="/hpbt/nehemiah/3.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> And Marmuth, son of Uriah, son of Aqouts, repaired unto the border, and unto the border Mashlam repaired, son of Kenanna, son of Mashizkal, and Zadoq repaired unto the border, son of Baana.<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/nehemiah/3.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> And next unto them repaired Meremoth the son of Uriah, the son of Hakkoz. And next unto them repaired Meshullam the son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabel. And next unto them repaired Zadok the son of Baana. <a href="/sep/nehemiah/3.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> And next to them the order reached to Ramoth the son of Uria, the son of Accos, and next to them Mosollam son of Barachias the son of Mazebel took his place: and next to them Sadoc the son of Baana took his place. <a href="/parallel/nehemiah/3-4.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZsQrw7rBvgc?start=429" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/nehemiah/3.htm">The Builders of the Walls</a> …3The Fish Gate was rebuilt by the sons of Hassenaah. They laid its beams and installed its doors, bolts, and bars. 4<a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: wə·‘al- (Conj-w:: Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">Next</a> <a href="/hebrew/3027.htm" title="3027: yā·ḏām (N-fsc:: 3mp) -- Hand (indicating power, means, direction, etc.)">to them,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4822.htm" title="4822: mə·rê·mō·wṯ (N-proper-ms) -- Two Isr. priests, also an Isr. Plural from ruwm; heights; Meremoth, the name of two Israelites.">Meremoth</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ben- (N-msc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">son</a> <a href="/hebrew/223.htm" title="223: ’ū·rî·yāh (N-proper-ms) -- Or Uwriyahuw; from 'uwr and Yahh; flame of Jah; Urijah, the name of one Hittite and five Israelites.">of Uriah,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ben- (N-msc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">the son</a> <a href="/hebrew/6976.htm" title="6976: haq·qō·ṣs (Art:: N-proper-ms) -- Two Isr. The same as qowts; Kots, the name of two Israelites.">of Hakkoz,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2388.htm" title="2388: he·ḥĕ·zîq (V-Hifil-Perf-3ms) -- A primitive root; to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong, obstinate; to bind, restrain, conquer.">made repairs.</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: wə·‘al- (Conj-w:: Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">Next</a> <a href="/hebrew/3027.htm" title="3027: yā·ḏām (N-fsc:: 3mp) -- Hand (indicating power, means, direction, etc.)">to him,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4918.htm" title="4918: mə·šul·lām (N-proper-ms) -- The name of a number of Isr. From shalam; allied; Meshullam, the name of seventeen Israelites.">Meshullam</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ben- (N-msc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">son</a> <a href="/hebrew/1296.htm" title="1296: be·reḵ·yāh (N-proper-ms) -- Or Berekyahuw; from berek and Yahh; knee of Jah; Berekjah, the name of six Israelites.">of Berechiah,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ben- (N-msc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">the son</a> <a href="/hebrew/4898.htm" title="4898: mə·šē·zaḇ·ʾē·ls (N-proper-ms) -- God delivers, an Isr. name. From an equiv. To shzab and 'el; delivered of God; Meshezabel, an Israelite.">of Meshezabel,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2388.htm" title="2388: he·ḥĕ·zîq (V-Hifil-Perf-3ms) -- A primitive root; to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong, obstinate; to bind, restrain, conquer.">made repairs;</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: wə·‘al- (Conj-w:: Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">and next</a> <a href="/hebrew/3027.htm" title="3027: yā·ḏām (N-fsc:: 3mp) -- Hand (indicating power, means, direction, etc.)">to him,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6659.htm" title="6659: ṣā·ḏō·wq (N-proper-ms) -- The name of several Isr. From tsadaq; just; Tsadok, the name of eight or nine Israelites.">Zadok</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ben- (N-msc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">son</a> <a href="/hebrew/1195.htm" title="1195: ba·‘ă·nā (N-proper-ms) -- The name of several Isr. The same as Ba'anah; Banana, the name of four Israelite.">of Baana</a> <a href="/hebrew/2388.htm" title="2388: he·ḥĕ·zîq (V-Hifil-Perf-3ms) -- A primitive root; to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong, obstinate; to bind, restrain, conquer.">made repairs as well.</a> 5Next to him, the Tekoites made repairs, but their nobles did not put their shoulders to the work under their supervisors.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/nehemiah/2-18.htm">Nehemiah 2:18</a> 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. <a href="/nehemiah/4-6.htm">Nehemiah 4:6</a> 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. <a href="/ezra/4-3.htm">Ezra 4:3</a> But Zerubbabel, Jeshua, and the other heads of the families of Israel replied, “You have no part with us in building a house for our God, since we alone must build it for the LORD, the God of Israel, as Cyrus king of Persia has commanded us.” <a href="/ezra/5-2.htm">Ezra 5:2</a> Then Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and Jeshua son of Jozadak rose up and began to rebuild the house of God in Jerusalem. And the prophets of God were with them, helping them. <a href="/haggai/1-14.htm">Haggai 1:14</a> 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, <a href="/1_chronicles/29-6.htm">1 Chronicles 29:6-9</a> Then the leaders of the families, the officers of the tribes of Israel, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officials in charge of the king’s work gave willingly. / Toward the service of God’s house they gave 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, 10,000 talents of silver, 18,000 talents of bronze, and 100,000 talents of iron. / Whoever had precious stones gave them to the treasury of the house of the LORD, under the care of Jehiel the Gershonite. ... <a href="/exodus/36-1.htm">Exodus 36:1-2</a> “So Bezalel, Oholiab, and every skilled person are to carry out everything commanded by the LORD, who has given them skill and ability to know how to perform all the work of constructing the sanctuary.” / Then Moses summoned Bezalel, Oholiab, and every skilled person whom the LORD had gifted—everyone whose heart stirred him to come and do the work. <a href="/1_kings/6-7.htm">1 Kings 6:7</a> The temple was constructed using finished stones cut at the quarry, so that no hammer or chisel or any other iron tool was heard in the temple while it was being built. <a href="/2_chronicles/24-13.htm">2 Chronicles 24:13</a> 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. <a href="/isaiah/58-12.htm">Isaiah 58:12</a> 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. <a href="/philippians/1-27.htm">Philippians 1:27</a> Nevertheless, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending together as one for the faith of the gospel, <a href="/ephesians/4-16.htm">Ephesians 4:16</a> From Him the whole body, fitted and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love through the work of each individual part. <a href="/1_corinthians/3-9.htm">1 Corinthians 3:9</a> For we are God’s fellow workers; you are God’s field, God’s building. <a href="/romans/12-4.htm">Romans 12:4-5</a> Just as each of us has one body with many members, and not all members have the same function, / so in Christ we who are many are one body, and each member belongs to one another. <a href="/1_peter/2-5.htm">1 Peter 2:5</a> you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And next to them repaired Meremoth the son of Urijah, the son of Koz. And next to them repaired Meshullam the son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabeel. And next to them repaired Zadok the son of Baana.Meremoth<a href="/nehemiah/3-21.htm">Nehemiah 3:21</a> After him repaired Meremoth the son of Urijah the son of Koz another piece, from the door of the house of Eliashib even to the end of the house of Eliashib.<a href="/nehemiah/10-15.htm">Nehemiah 10:15</a> Bunni, Azgad, Bebai,Urijah<a href="/ezra/8-33.htm">Ezra 8:33</a> Now on the fourth day was the silver and the gold and the vessels weighed in the house of our God by the hand of Meremoth the son of Uriah the priest; and with him was Eleazar the son of Phinehas; and with them was Jozabad the son of Jeshua, and Noadiah the son of Binnui, Levites;Uriah.<a href="/nehemiah/10-7.htm">Nehemiah 10:7</a> Meshullam, Abijah, Mijamin,<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_kings/4-16.htm">Baana</a> <a href="/1_kings/4-16.htm">Ba'ana</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/28-12.htm">Berechiah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/15-23.htm">Berechi'ah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/2-18.htm">Good</a> <a href="/ezra/2-61.htm">Hakkoz</a> <a href="/ezra/2-61.htm">Koz</a> <a href="/ezra/5-4.htm">Making</a> <a href="/ezra/10-36.htm">Meremoth</a> <a href="/ezra/10-36.htm">Mer'emoth</a> <a href="/nehemiah/11-24.htm">Meshezabeel</a> <a href="/nehemiah/11-24.htm">Meshezabel</a> <a href="/nehemiah/11-24.htm">Meshez'abel</a> <a href="/ezra/10-29.htm">Meshullam</a> <a href="/ezra/8-16.htm">Meshul'lam</a> <a href="/ezra/4-12.htm">Repaired</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/24-13.htm">Repairs</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-2.htm">Side</a> <a href="/ezra/8-33.htm">Uriah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/11-41.htm">Uri'ah</a> <a href="/2_kings/16-16.htm">Urijah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/2-13.htm">Walls</a> <a href="/ezra/7-2.htm">Zadok</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_kings/4-12.htm">Baana</a> <a href="/1_kings/4-12.htm">Ba'ana</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-30.htm">Berechiah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-30.htm">Berechi'ah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-6.htm">Good</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-21.htm">Hakkoz</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-21.htm">Koz</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-19.htm">Making</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-21.htm">Meremoth</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-21.htm">Mer'emoth</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-21.htm">Meshezabeel</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-21.htm">Meshezabel</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-21.htm">Meshez'abel</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-6.htm">Meshullam</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-6.htm">Meshul'lam</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-5.htm">Repaired</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-5.htm">Repairs</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-7.htm">Side</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-21.htm">Uriah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-21.htm">Uri'ah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-21.htm">Urijah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/4-7.htm">Walls</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-29.htm">Zadok</a><div class="vheading2">Nehemiah 3</div>1. <a href="/nehemiah/3-1.htm">The names and order of those who built the wall</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/nehemiah/3.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/nehemiah/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/nehemiah/3.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Next to them, Meremoth son of Uriah, the son of Hakkoz, made repairs. Meremoth is mentioned as a leader in the rebuilding efforts, highlighting the communal nature of the work. The lineage provided—son of Uriah, the son of Hakkoz—emphasizes the importance of family heritage and priestly lineage in Jewish culture. The name Hakkoz is associated with a priestly family, suggesting Meremoth's possible priestly background, which aligns with the emphasis on purity and dedication in the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls. This reflects the broader biblical theme of restoration and renewal, as seen in Ezra and Nehemiah's efforts to restore the spiritual and physical integrity of Jerusalem.Next to him, Meshullam son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabel, made repairs; Meshullam is another key figure in the reconstruction, indicating the collaborative effort among the Israelites. His lineage, son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabel, may suggest a family of some standing, possibly involved in previous religious or civic duties. The repetition of "made repairs" underscores the collective responsibility and unity among the people, a theme prevalent throughout Nehemiah. This cooperation is reminiscent of the body of Christ working together, as described in <a href="/1_corinthians/12-12.htm">1 Corinthians 12:12-27</a>, where each member plays a vital role in the health and function of the whole.and next to him, Zadok son of Baana made repairs as well. Zadok, son of Baana, continues the pattern of individuals contributing to the communal task. The name Zadok is historically significant, often associated with priestly figures, such as Zadok the priest during King David's reign. This connection may symbolize the continuity of God's covenant and the enduring role of the priesthood in guiding and supporting the people. The phrase "made repairs as well" reinforces the idea of shared labor and commitment to God's work, reflecting the biblical principle of stewardship and service found throughout scripture, such as in <a href="/colossians/3-23.htm">Colossians 3:23-24</a>, which encourages believers to work heartily as for the Lord.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/m/meremoth_son_of_uriah,_the_son_of_hakkoz.htm">Meremoth son of Uriah, the son of Hakkoz</a> Meremoth is a priestly figure involved in the rebuilding of the wall. His lineage is significant, as the priestly line of Hakkoz is mentioned in other parts of the Bible, indicating a heritage of service to God. 2. <a href="/topical/m/meshullam_son_of_berechiah,_the_son_of_meshezabel.htm">Meshullam son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabel</a> Meshullam is another key figure in the rebuilding effort. His name means "friend" or "ally," which is fitting given his role in the communal task of rebuilding. 3. <a href="/topical/z/zadok_son_of_baana.htm">Zadok son of Baana</a> Zadok is another individual contributing to the repairs. His name is associated with righteousness, which is a recurring theme in the Bible, especially in the context of leadership and service. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_wall_of_jerusalem.htm">The Wall of Jerusalem</a> The wall represents not just a physical structure but also the spiritual and communal restoration of Jerusalem. It symbolizes protection, identity, and the fulfillment of God's promises. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_event_of_rebuilding.htm">The Event of Rebuilding</a> This event is a collective effort of the Israelites to restore their city and their covenant relationship with God. It is a testament to unity, perseverance, and faith.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/u/unity_in_purpose.htm">Unity in Purpose</a> The rebuilding of the wall required cooperation among diverse groups. In the church today, unity in purpose is essential for accomplishing God's work. <a href="/topical/h/heritage_and_legacy.htm">Heritage and Legacy</a> The mention of family lines emphasizes the importance of spiritual heritage. Believers are encouraged to honor their spiritual legacy and pass it on to future generations. <a href="/topical/a/active_participation.htm">Active Participation</a> Each person had a role in the rebuilding process. Similarly, every believer has a part to play in the body of Christ, contributing to the church's mission. <a href="/topical/r/righteous_leadership.htm">Righteous Leadership</a> Names like Zadok remind us of the importance of righteous leadership. Leaders in the church are called to lead with integrity and righteousness. <a href="/topical/s/spiritual_restoration.htm">Spiritual Restoration</a> Just as the physical walls were rebuilt, believers are called to seek spiritual restoration and renewal in their lives and communities.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_nehemiah_3.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Nehemiah 3</a> <a href="/q/how_do_1_chr_9_10-13_divisions_align.htm">How do the priestly divisions in 1 Chronicles 9:10-13 align with differing lists in other Old Testament books?</a> <a href="/q/where's_proof_zadokites_stayed_faithful.htm">Ezekiel 44:15 singles out Zadokite priests for special privileges--where is the historical record or proof that this priestly line remained uniquely faithful?</a> <a href="/q/evidence_for_nehemiah_11_3-4_families.htm">Nehemiah 11:3-4 - Is there any concrete evidence to confirm the listed families and their numbers who supposedly settled in the city?</a> <a href="/q/nehemiah_11_7-9__genealogy_errors.htm">Nehemiah 11:7-9 - Are the genealogies here consistent with other biblical genealogies, or do apparent discrepancies suggest later additions or errors?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/nehemiah/3.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(4) Repaired.--Literally, strengthened; as before it was built.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/nehemiah/3.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 4. - The son of Koz. Rather "the son of Hakkoz." Meshullam the son of Berechiah is mentioned again in <a href="/nehemiah/6-18.htm">Nehemiah 6:18</a>. <a href="/commentaries/nehemiah/3-4.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>Next to וְעַל־ (wə·‘al-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> Above, over, upon, against them, יָדָ֣ם (yā·ḏām) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3027.htm">Strong's 3027: </a> A hand Meremoth מְרֵמ֤וֹת (mə·rê·mō·wṯ) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4822.htm">Strong's 4822: </a> Meremoth -- two Israelites priests, also an Israelite son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> A son of Uriah, אוּרִיָּה֙ (’ū·rî·yāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_223.htm">Strong's 223: </a> Uriah -- 'flame of Yah', the name of a Hittite and of two Israelites the son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> A son of Hakkoz, הַקּ֔וֹץ (haq·qō·wṣ) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6976.htm">Strong's 6976: </a> Hakkoz -- two Israelites made repairs; הֶחֱזִ֗יק (he·ḥĕ·zîq) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2388.htm">Strong's 2388: </a> To fasten upon, to seize, be strong, obstinate, to bind, restrain, conquer next וְעַל־ (wə·‘al-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> Above, over, upon, against to him, יָדָ֣ם (yā·ḏām) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3027.htm">Strong's 3027: </a> A hand Meshullam מְשֻׁלָּ֥ם (mə·šul·lām) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4918.htm">Strong's 4918: </a> Meshullam -- the name of a number of Israelites son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> A son of Berechiah, בֶּרֶכְיָ֖ה (be·reḵ·yāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1296.htm">Strong's 1296: </a> Berechiah -- 'Yah blesses', the name of several Israelites the son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> A son of Meshezabel, מְשֵׁיזַבְאֵ֑ל (mə·šê·zaḇ·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4898.htm">Strong's 4898: </a> Meshezabel -- 'God delivers', an Israelite name made repairs; הֶחֱזִ֔יק (he·ḥĕ·zîq) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2388.htm">Strong's 2388: </a> To fasten upon, to seize, be strong, obstinate, to bind, restrain, conquer and next וְעַל־ (wə·‘al-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> Above, over, upon, against to him, יָדָ֣ם (yā·ḏām) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3027.htm">Strong's 3027: </a> A hand Zadok צָד֖וֹק (ṣā·ḏō·wq) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6659.htm">Strong's 6659: </a> Zadok -- the name of several Israelites son בֶּֽן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> A son of Baana בַּעֲנָֽא׃ (ba·‘ă·nā) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1195.htm">Strong's 1195: </a> Baana -- the name of several Israelites made repairs as well. הֶֽחֱזִ֔יק (he·ḥĕ·zîq) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2388.htm">Strong's 2388: </a> To fasten upon, to seize, be strong, obstinate, to bind, restrain, conquer <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/nehemiah/3-4.htm">Nehemiah 3:4 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/nehemiah/3-4.htm">Nehemiah 3:4 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/nehemiah/3-4.htm">Nehemiah 3:4 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/nehemiah/3-4.htm">Nehemiah 3:4 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/nehemiah/3-4.htm">Nehemiah 3:4 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/nehemiah/3-4.htm">Nehemiah 3:4 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/nehemiah/3-4.htm">Nehemiah 3:4 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/nehemiah/3-4.htm">Nehemiah 3:4 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/nehemiah/3-4.htm">Nehemiah 3:4 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/nehemiah/3-4.htm">Nehemiah 3:4 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-4.htm">OT History: Nehemiah 3:4 Next to them repaired Meremoth the son (Neh Ne) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/nehemiah/3-3.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Nehemiah 3:3"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 3:3" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/nehemiah/3-5.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Nehemiah 3:5"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 3:5" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>