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They were made responsible for distributing the supplies to their fellow Levites. <a href="/nlt/nehemiah/13.htm">New Living Translation</a> I assigned supervisors for the storerooms: Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah, one of the Levites. And I appointed Hanan son of Zaccur and grandson of Mattaniah as their assistant. These men had an excellent reputation, and it was their job to make honest distributions to their fellow Levites. <a href="/esv/nehemiah/13.htm">English Standard Version</a> And I appointed as treasurers over the storehouses Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah of the Levites, and as their assistant Hanan the son of Zaccur, son of Mattaniah, for they were considered reliable, and their duty was to distribute to their brothers. <a href="/bsb/nehemiah/13.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> I 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. <a href="/kjv/nehemiah/13.htm">King James Bible</a> And I made treasurers over the treasuries, Shelemiah the priest, and Zadok the scribe, and of the Levites, Pedaiah: and next to them was Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah: for they were counted faithful, and their office was to distribute unto their brethren. <a href="/nkjv/nehemiah/13.htm">New King James Version</a> And I appointed as treasurers over the storehouse Shelemiah the priest and Zadok the scribe, and of the Levites, Pedaiah; and next to them was Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah; for they were considered faithful, and their task was to distribute to their brethren. <a href="/nasb_/nehemiah/13.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> To be in charge of the storehouses, I appointed Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah from the Levites, and in addition to them was Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah; for they were considered reliable, and it was their task to distribute to their kinsmen. <a href="/nasb/nehemiah/13.htm">NASB 1995</a> In charge of the storehouses I appointed Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah of the Levites, and in addition to them was Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah; for they were considered reliable, and it was their task to distribute to their kinsmen. <a href="/nasb77/nehemiah/13.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And in charge of the storehouses I appointed Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah of the Levites, and in addition to them was Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah; for they were considered reliable, and it was their task to distribute to their kinsmen. <a href="/lsb/nehemiah/13.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> In charge of the storehouses I appointed Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah of the Levites, and in addition to them was Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah; for they were counted as faithful, and it was their task to apportion everything to their relatives. <a href="/amp/nehemiah/13.htm">Amplified Bible</a> I appointed [as treasurers] over the storehouses: Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah of the Levites; assisting them was Hanan son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah; for they were considered faithful and reliable, and their task was to distribute [supplies] to their brothers (fellow Levites). <a href="/csb/nehemiah/13.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> I appointed as treasurers over the storehouses the priest Shelemiah, the scribe Zadok, and Pedaiah of the Levites, with Hanan son of Zaccur, son of Mattaniah to assist them, because they were considered trustworthy. They were responsible for the distribution to their colleagues. <a href="/hcsb/nehemiah/13.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> I appointed as treasurers over the storehouses Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah of the Levites, with Hanan son of Zaccur, son of Mattaniah to assist them, because they were considered trustworthy. They were responsible for the distribution to their colleagues. <a href="/asv/nehemiah/13.htm">American Standard Version</a> And I made treasurers over the treasuries, Shelemiah the priest, and Zadok the scribe, and of the Levites, Pedaiah: and next to them was Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah; for they were counted faithful, and their business was to distribute unto their brethren. <a href="/cev/nehemiah/13.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Finally, I appointed three men with good reputations to be in charge of what was brought there and to distribute it to the others. They were Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the teacher of the Law, and Pedaiah the Levite. Their assistant was Hanan, the son of Zaccur and the grandson of Mattaniah. <a href="/erv/nehemiah/13.htm">English Revised Version</a> And I made treasurers over the treasuries, Shelemiah the priest, and Zadok the scribe, and of the Levites, Pedaiah: and next to them was Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah: for they were counted faithful, and their business was to distribute unto their brethren. <a href="/gwt/nehemiah/13.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> I appointed the following men to be in charge of the storerooms: Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah the Levite, and I appointed Hanan, son of Zaccur and grandson of Mattaniah to help them. Since they could be trusted, I made them responsible for distributing [the portions] to their relatives. <a href="/gnt/nehemiah/13.htm">Good News Translation</a> I put the following men in charge of the storerooms: Shelemiah, a priest; Zadok, a scholar of the Law; and Pedaiah, a Levite. Hanan, the son of Zaccur and grandson of Mattaniah, was to be their assistant. I knew I could trust these men to be honest in distributing the supplies to the other workers. <a href="/isv/nehemiah/13.htm">International Standard Version</a> I appointed over the storerooms: Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah from the descendants of Levi; and next to them Zaccur's son Hanan, the grandson of Mattaniah, because they had been considered faithful. Their duties were to distribute to their associates. <a href="/msb/nehemiah/13.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> I 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. <a href="/net/nehemiah/13.htm">NET Bible</a> I gave instructions that Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, and a certain Levite named Pedaiah be put in charge of the storerooms, and that Hanan son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah, be their assistant, for they were regarded as trustworthy. It was then their responsibility to oversee the distribution to their colleagues. <a href="/nheb/nehemiah/13.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> I made treasurers over the treasuries, Shelemiah the priest, and Zadok the scribe, and of the Levites, Pedaiah: and next to them was Hanan the son of Zakkur, the son of Mattaniah; for they were counted faithful, and their business was to distribute to their brothers. <a href="/wbt/nehemiah/13.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And I made treasurers over the treasuries, Shelemiah the priest, and Zadok the scribe, and of the Levites, Pedaiah: and next to them was Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah: for they were accounted faithful; and their office was to distribute to their brethren. <a href="/web/nehemiah/13.htm">World English Bible</a> I made treasurers over the treasuries, Shelemiah the priest, and Zadok the scribe, and of the Levites, Pedaiah: and next to them was Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah; for they were counted faithful, and their business was to distribute to their brothers. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/nehemiah/13.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And I appoint treasurers over the treasuries, Shelemiah the priest, and Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah of the Levites; and by their hand [is] Hanan son of Zaccur, son of Mattaniah, for they have been reckoned steadfast, and on them [it is] to give a portion to their brothers. <a href="/ylt/nehemiah/13.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And I appoint treasurers over the treasuries, Shelemiah the priest, and Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah of the Levites; and by their hand is Hanan son of Zaccur, son of Mattaniah, for stedfast they have been reckoned, and on them it is to give a portion to their brethren. <a href="/slt/nehemiah/13.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And I made treasurers over the treasuries, Shelemiah the priest, and Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah from the Levites: and upon their hand Hanan son of Zaccur, son of Mattaniah: for they were reckoned faithful: and upon them to divide out to their brethren.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/nehemiah/13.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And we set over the storehouses Selemias the priest, and Sadoc the scribe, and of the Levites Phadaia, and next to them Hanan the son of Zachur, the son of Mathania: for they were approved as faithful, and to them were committed the portions of their brethren. <a href="/cpdv/nehemiah/13.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And we appointed over the storehouses, Shelemiah, the priest, and Zadok, the scribe, and Pedaiah from the Levites, and next to them Hanan, the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah. For they had proven to be faithful. And so the portions of their brothers were entrusted to them. <a href="/nabre/nehemiah/13.htm">New American Bible</a> In charge of the storerooms I appointed Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah, one of the Levites, together with Hanan, son of Zaccur, son of Mattaniah, as their assistant; for they were considered trustworthy. It was their duty to make the distribution to their kinsmen. <a href="/nrsvce/nehemiah/13.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> And I appointed as treasurers over the storehouses the priest Shelemiah, the scribe Zadok, and Pedaiah of the Levites, and as their assistant Hanan son of Zaccur son of Mattaniah, for they were considered faithful; and their duty was to distribute to their associates.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/nehemiah/13.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And I appointed in charge of the storehouses, Shelemiah the priest and Zadok the scribe and of the Levites, Peraiah; and with them was Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah; for they were counted faithful, and they were chosen by lot to be leaders over their brethren. <a href="/hpbt/nehemiah/13.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> And I authorized Shelamiah the Priest, and Tsaduq the Scribe, and Pariah, son of Levites, and with them Khannan, son of Zakor, son of Methanya over the storehouses, because they were considered true, and their lot resulted to be Leaders over their brethren.<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/nehemiah/13.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> And I made treasurers over the treasuries, Shelemiah the priest, and Zadok the scribe, and of the Levites, Pedaiah; and next to them was Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah; for they were counted faithful, and their office was to distribute unto their brethren. <a href="/sep/nehemiah/13.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> to the charge of Selemia the priest, and Sadoc the scribe, and Phadaea of the Levites: and next to them was Anan the son of Zacchur, son of Matthanias; for they were accounted faithful: it was their office to distribute to their brethren. <a href="/parallel/nehemiah/13-13.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=3981" 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/13.htm">Tithes Restored</a> …12and all Judah brought a tenth of the grain, new wine, and oil into the storerooms. 13<a href="/hebrew/686.htm" title="686: wā·’ō·wṣ·rāh (Conj-w:: V-Hifil-ConsecImperf-1cs:: 3fs) -- To lay up, store up. A primitive root; to store up.">I appointed as treasurers</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘al- (Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">over</a> <a href="/hebrew/214.htm" title="214: ’ō·w·ṣā·rō·wṯ (N-mp) -- Treasure, store, a treasury, storehouse. From 'atsar; a depository.">the storerooms</a> <a href="/hebrew/8018.htm" title="8018: še·lem·yāh (N-proper-ms) -- Or Shelemyahuw; from shelem and Yahh; thank-offering of Jah; Shelemjah, the name of nine Israelites.">Shelemiah</a> <a href="/hebrew/3548.htm" title="3548: hak·kō·hên (Art:: N-ms) -- Priest. Active participle of kahan; literally, one officiating, a priest; also an acting priest.">the priest,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6659.htm" title="6659: wə·ṣā·ḏō·wq (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- The name of several Isr. From tsadaq; just; Tsadok, the name of eight or nine Israelites.">Zadok</a> <a href="/hebrew/5608.htm" title="5608: has·sō·w·p̄êr (Art:: N-ms) -- To count, recount, relate. ">the scribe,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6305.htm" title="6305: ū·p̄ə·ḏā·yāh (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- Or Pdayahuw; from padah and Yahh; Jah has ransomed; Pedajah, the name of six Israelites.">and Pedaiah</a> <a href="/hebrew/4480.htm" title="4480: min- (Prep) -- From. Or minniy; or minney; for men; properly, a part of; hence, from or out of in many senses.">of</a> <a href="/hebrew/3881.htm" title="3881: hal·wî·yim (Art:: N-proper-mp) -- Desc. of Levi. Or Leviy; patronymically from Leviy; a Levite or descendant of Levi.">the Levites,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2605.htm" title="2605: ḥā·nān (N-proper-ms) -- Gracious, the name of several Isr. From chanan; favor; Chanan, the name of seven Israelites.">with Hanan</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/2139.htm" title="2139: zak·kūr (N-proper-ms) -- The name of several Isr. From zakar; mindful; Zakkur, the name of seven Israelites.">of Zaccur,</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/4983.htm" title="4983: mat·tan·yāh (N-proper-ms) -- Or Mattanyahuw; from mattan and Yahh; gift of Jah; Mattanjah, the name of ten Israelites.">of Mattaniah,</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.">to assist</a> <a href="/hebrew/3027.htm" title="3027: yā·ḏām (N-fsc:: 3mp) -- Hand (indicating power, means, direction, etc.)">them,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">because</a> <a href="/hebrew/2803.htm" title="2803: neḥ·šā·ḇū (V-Nifal-Perf-3cp) -- To think, account. ">they were considered</a> <a href="/hebrew/539.htm" title="539: ne·’ĕ·mā·nîm (V-Nifal-Prtcpl-mp) -- To confirm, support. ">trustworthy.</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: wa·‘ă·lê·hem (Conj-w:: Prep:: 3mp) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">They were responsible for</a> <a href="/hebrew/2505.htm" title="2505: la·ḥă·lōq (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Inf) -- To be smooth, to apportion, separate. A primitive root; to be smooth; by implication to apportion or separate.">distributing the supplies</a> <a href="/hebrew/251.htm" title="251: la·’ă·ḥê·hem (Prep-l:: N-mpc:: 3mp) -- A brother. A primitive word; a brother (like 'ab).">to their fellow Levites.</a> 14Remember me for this, O my God, and do not blot out my deeds of loving devotion for the house of my God and for its services.…<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="/1_corinthians/4-2.htm">1 Corinthians 4:2</a> Now it is required of stewards that they be found faithful. <a href="/1_timothy/3-10.htm">1 Timothy 3:10</a> Additionally, they must first be tested. Then, if they are above reproach, let them serve as deacons. <a href="/acts/6-3.htm">Acts 6:3</a> Therefore, brothers, select from among you seven men confirmed to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will assign this responsibility to them <a href="/2_corinthians/8-20.htm">2 Corinthians 8:20-21</a> We want to avoid any criticism of the way we administer this generous gift. / For we are taking great care to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord, but also in the eyes of men. <a href="/1_timothy/3-8.htm">1 Timothy 3:8-9</a> Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued or given to much wine or greedy for money. / They must hold to the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience. <a href="/1_timothy/3-2.htm">1 Timothy 3:2</a> An overseer, then, must be above reproach, the husband of but one wife, temperate, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, <a href="/1_peter/4-10.htm">1 Peter 4:10</a> As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another. <a href="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">1 Corinthians 12:28</a> And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, and those with gifts of healing, helping, administration, and various tongues. <a href="/romans/12-7.htm">Romans 12:7-8</a> if it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; / if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is giving, let him give generously; if it is leading, let him lead with diligence; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully. <a href="/1_timothy/6-20.htm">1 Timothy 6:20</a> O Timothy, guard what has been entrusted to you. Avoid irreverent, empty chatter and the opposing arguments of so-called “knowledge,” <a href="/2_timothy/2-2.htm">2 Timothy 2:2</a> And the things that you have heard me say among many witnesses, entrust these to faithful men who will be qualified to teach others as well. <a href="/1_chronicles/9-26.htm">1 Chronicles 9:26-27</a> But the four chief gatekeepers, who were Levites, were entrusted with the rooms and the treasuries of the house of God. / They would spend the night stationed around the house of God, because they were responsible for guarding it and opening it every morning. <a href="/2_chronicles/31-12.htm">2 Chronicles 31:12-13</a> 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. / Jehiel, Azaziah, Nahath, Asahel, Jerimoth, Jozabad, Eliel, Ismachiah, Mahath, and Benaiah were overseers under the authority of Conaniah and his brother Shimei, by appointment of King Hezekiah and of Azariah the chief official of the house of God. <a href="/1_chronicles/26-20.htm">1 Chronicles 26:20-22</a> Now their fellow Levites were in charge of the treasuries of the house of God and the treasuries of the dedicated things. / From the descendants of Ladan, who were Gershonites through Ladan and heads of the families of Ladan the Gershonite, were Jehieli, / the sons of Jehieli, Zetham, and his brother Joel. They were in charge of the treasuries of the house of the LORD. <a href="/1_chronicles/26-26.htm">1 Chronicles 26:26-28</a> This Shelomith and his brothers were in charge of all the treasuries for the things dedicated by King David, by the heads of families who were the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and by the army commanders. / They had dedicated some of the plunder from their battles to the repair of the house of the LORD. / Everything that had been dedicated by Samuel the seer, Saul son of Kish, Abner son of Ner, and Joab son of Zeruiah, along with everything else that was dedicated, was under the care of Shelomith and his brothers.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And I made treasurers over the treasuries, Shelemiah the priest, and Zadok the scribe, and of the Levites, Pedaiah: and next to them was Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah: for they were counted faithful, and their office was to distribute to their brothers.I made.<a href="/nehemiah/12-44.htm">Nehemiah 12:44</a> 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.<a href="/2_chronicles/31-12.htm">2 Chronicles 31:12-15</a> And brought in the offerings and the tithes and the dedicated things faithfully: over which Cononiah the Levite was ruler, and Shimei his brother was the next… Shelemiah.<a href="/nehemiah/3-30.htm">Nehemiah 3:30</a> After him repaired Hananiah the son of Shelemiah, and Hanun the sixth son of Zalaph, another piece. After him repaired Meshullam the son of Berechiah over against his chamber.Pedaiah.<a href="/nehemiah/8-4.htm">Nehemiah 8:4</a> And Ezra the scribe stood upon a pulpit of wood, which they had made for the purpose; and beside him stood Mattithiah, and Shema, and Anaiah, and Urijah, and Hilkiah, and Maaseiah, on his right hand; and on his left hand, Pedaiah, and Mishael, and Malchiah, and Hashum, and Hashbadana, Zechariah, and Meshullam.next to them.<a href="/nehemiah/10-12.htm">Nehemiah 10:12</a> Zaccur, Sherebiah, Shebaniah,Mattaniah.<a href="/nehemiah/11-22.htm">Nehemiah 11:22</a> The overseer also of the Levites at Jerusalem was Uzzi the son of Bani, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Micha. Of the sons of Asaph, the singers were over the business of the house of God.<a href="/nehemiah/12-35.htm">Nehemiah 12:35</a> And certain of the priests' sons with trumpets; namely, Zechariah the son of Jonathan, the son of Shemaiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Michaiah, the son of Zaccur, the son of Asaph:counted.<a href="/nehemiah/7-2.htm">Nehemiah 7:2</a> That I gave my brother Hanani, and Hananiah the ruler of the palace, charge over Jerusalem: for he was a faithful man, and feared God above many.<a href="/2_kings/12-15.htm">2 Kings 12:15</a> Moreover they reckoned not with the men, into whose hand they delivered the money to be bestowed on workmen: for they dealt faithfully.<a href="/2_kings/22-7.htm">2 Kings 22:7</a> Howbeit there was no reckoning made with them of the money that was delivered into their hand, because they dealt faithfully.their office.<a href="/acts/4-35.htm">Acts 4:35</a> And laid them down at the apostles' feet: and distribution was made unto every man according as he had need.<a href="/acts/6-1.htm">Acts 6:1</a> And in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/ezra/8-34.htm">Accounted</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-4.htm">Appointed</a> <a href="/nehemiah/11-22.htm">Business</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-4.htm">Charge</a> <a href="/ezra/8-34.htm">Counted</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/31-15.htm">Distribute</a> <a href="/nehemiah/9-8.htm">Faithful</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-26.htm">Hanan</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-10.htm">Levites</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-35.htm">Mattaniah</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/31-18.htm">Office</a> <a href="/nehemiah/11-7.htm">Pedaiah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-4.htm">Priest</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-36.htm">Scribe</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-30.htm">Shelemiah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-12.htm">Storehouses</a> <a href="/ezra/7-21.htm">Treasurers</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-12.htm">Treasuries</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-35.htm">Zaccur</a> <a href="/nehemiah/11-11.htm">Zadok</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/9-29.htm">Accounted</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-30.htm">Appointed</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-30.htm">Business</a> <a href="/esther/2-8.htm">Charge</a> <a href="/job/5-9.htm">Counted</a> <a href="/ezekiel/47-21.htm">Distribute</a> <a href="/psalms/12-1.htm">Faithful</a> <a href="/jeremiah/35-4.htm">Hanan</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-22.htm">Levites</a> <a href="/2_kings/24-17.htm">Mattaniah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-29.htm">Office</a> <a href="/2_kings/23-36.htm">Pedaiah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-28.htm">Priest</a> <a href="/isaiah/33-18.htm">Scribe</a> <a href="/jeremiah/36-14.htm">Shelemiah</a> <a href="/job/38-22.htm">Storehouses</a> <a href="/daniel/3-2.htm">Treasurers</a> <a href="/esther/3-9.htm">Treasuries</a> <a href="/numbers/13-4.htm">Zaccur</a> <a href="/ezekiel/40-46.htm">Zadok</a><div class="vheading2">Nehemiah 13</div>1. <a href="/nehemiah/13-1.htm">Upon the reading of the law, separation is made from the mixed multitude.</a> 4. <a href="/nehemiah/13-4.htm">Nehemiah, at his return, causes the chambers to be cleansed.</a> 10. <a href="/nehemiah/13-10.htm">He reforms the offices in the house of God;</a> 15. <a href="/nehemiah/13-15.htm">the violation of the Sabbath;</a> 23. <a href="/nehemiah/13-23.htm">and the marriages with the strange wives.</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'; 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The storerooms were crucial for storing tithes, offerings, and supplies necessary for temple worship and the sustenance of the Levites. This appointment reflects the importance of stewardship and accountability in managing God's resources, a principle echoed in the New Testament (<a href="/1_corinthians/4-2.htm">1 Corinthians 4:2</a>).Shelemiah the priest Shelemiah, a priest, was chosen to oversee the storerooms, highlighting the role of the priesthood in maintaining the sanctity and order of temple operations. Priests were expected to be holy and set apart, serving as mediators between God and the people (<a href="/leviticus/10-10.htm">Leviticus 10:10-11</a>).Zadok the scribe Zadok, identified as a scribe, indicates the importance of literacy and record-keeping in temple administration. Scribes were responsible for copying and interpreting the Law, ensuring that religious practices aligned with God's commands (<a href="/ezra/7-6.htm">Ezra 7:6</a>).and Pedaiah of the Levites Pedaiah, a Levite, was included to represent the tribe responsible for assisting the priests and maintaining the temple. The Levites' role was to support the worship and service of God, as established in <a href="/numbers/3-5.htm">Numbers 3:5-10</a>.with Hanan son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah, to assist them Hanan's inclusion, along with his lineage, underscores the importance of family heritage and reputation in leadership roles. The mention of his ancestry suggests a legacy of faithfulness and service, which was vital for maintaining trust and integrity in temple duties.because they were considered trustworthy Trustworthiness was a critical criterion for those handling temple resources. This reflects the biblical principle that those who are faithful in small things will be entrusted with greater responsibilities (<a href="/luke/16-10.htm">Luke 16:10</a>). The integrity of these men ensured the proper distribution and use of offerings dedicated to God.They were responsible for distributing the supplies to their fellow Levites The distribution of supplies was essential for the sustenance of the Levites, who had no inheritance of land and relied on the tithes and offerings for their livelihood (<a href="/numbers/18-21.htm">Numbers 18:21-24</a>). This system ensured that those dedicated to God's service were provided for, allowing them to focus on their spiritual duties.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/n/nehemiah.htm">Nehemiah</a> 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. <a href="/topical/s/shelemiah_the_priest.htm">Shelemiah the Priest</a> A priest appointed by Nehemiah to oversee the storehouses, indicating his role in maintaining the temple's sanctity and resources. 3. <a href="/topical/z/zadok_the_scribe.htm">Zadok the Scribe</a> A scribe, likely responsible for recording and managing the distribution of resources, highlighting the importance of accurate record-keeping. 4. <a href="/topical/p/pedaiah_of_the_levites.htm">Pedaiah of the Levites</a> A Levite appointed to assist in the management of the storehouses, emphasizing the Levites' role in temple service and community leadership. 5. <a href="/topical/h/hanan_son_of_zaccur,_son_of_mattaniah.htm">Hanan son of Zaccur, son of Mattaniah</a> Another appointed assistant, noted for his trustworthiness, which was crucial for the fair distribution of resources.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_trustworthy_leadership.htm">The Importance of Trustworthy Leadership</a> Nehemiah's selection of trustworthy individuals underscores the necessity of integrity and reliability in leadership roles, especially in managing communal resources. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_accountability_in_stewardship.htm">The Role of Accountability in Stewardship</a> By appointing multiple individuals to oversee the storehouses, Nehemiah ensures accountability, preventing corruption and ensuring fair distribution. <a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_diverse_roles_in_community_service.htm">The Value of Diverse Roles in Community Service</a> The inclusion of priests, scribes, and Levites highlights the diverse roles needed to maintain a healthy community, each contributing their unique skills and responsibilities. <a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_in_small_and_large_tasks.htm">Faithfulness in Small and Large Tasks</a> The appointed individuals' faithfulness in their duties serves as a reminder that God values our faithfulness in both small and large responsibilities. <a href="/topical/t/the_impact_of_godly_leadership_on_community_well-being.htm">The Impact of Godly Leadership on Community Well-being</a> Nehemiah's reforms and appointments demonstrate how godly leadership can positively impact the spiritual and physical well-being of a community.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_nehemiah_13.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Nehemiah 13</a> <a href="/q/how_is_ruth_accepted_despite_nehemiah_13.htm">How can we reconcile Nehemiah 13:1-3 banning Ammonites and Moabites from the assembly with earlier passages showing Ruth, a Moabite, fully accepted among God's people?</a> <a href="/q/is_nehemiah_4_1-3's_account_reliable.htm">Nehemiah 4:1-3: How reliable is the account of mocking enemies if there's limited external historical evidence of such opposition during the wall's rebuilding?</a> <a href="/q/why_let_tobiah,_an_ammonite,_use_temple_rooms.htm">Why would priests allow Tobiah, an Ammonite official, to occupy temple storerooms (Nehemiah 13:4-9) if this risks defiling the sanctuary?</a> <a href="/q/why_are_records_silent_on_nehemiah's_reforms.htm">If the return from exile was as significant as Nehemiah 13 suggests, why do some archaeological records remain silent about these sweeping religious and social reforms?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/nehemiah/13.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(13) And I made.--The reform was made effectual by organisation. Eliashib had failed in his duty (<a href="/nehemiah/13-4.htm" title="And before this, Eliashib the priest, having the oversight of the chamber of the house of our God, was allied to Tobiah:">Nehemiah 13:4</a>); and the appointment of treasurers (<a href="/nehemiah/12-44.htm" title="And at that time were some appointed over the chambers for the treasures, for the offerings, for the first fruits, 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.">Nehemiah 12:44</a>) is now confirmed. One of the treasurers was a layman named Hanan (<a href="/nehemiah/10-22.htm" title="Pelatiah, Hanan, Anaiah,">Nehemiah 10:22</a>); but they were all faithful men, and are mentioned in connection with the building of the wall. The majority being priests and Levites, they distributed "to their brethren." Zadok was probably the Zidkijah of <a href="/nehemiah/10-1.htm" title="Now those that sealed were, Nehemiah, the Tirshatha, the son of Hachaliah, and Zidkijah,">Nehemiah 10:1</a>, and the secretary of Nehemiah.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/nehemiah/13.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 13. - And I made treasurers. It was perhaps now for the first time that special treasurers were provided to have the charge of the temple store-chambers, these having hitherto been under the superintendence of the high priest (ver. 4). The appointment mentioned in <a href="/nehemiah/12-44.htm">Nehemiah 12:44</a> is probably the same with this; and the entire duty of the treasurers is to be learnt by combining that passage with the present. They were to be both the collectors and the dispensers of the tithes. Of the four treasurers, one was a priest, one a Levite, one a layman of rank (see <a href="/nehemiah/10-22.htm">Nehemiah 10:22</a>), and one a professional scribe. This last, Zadok, is perhaps to be identified with the "Zidkijah" of <a href="/nehemiah/10-1.htm">Nehemiah 10:1</a>, who appears to have been Nehemiah's private secretary (see the comment ad loc.). Unto their brethren i.e. to the priests and Levites, brethren of Shelemiah and Pedaiah. <a href="/commentaries/nehemiah/13-13.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>I appointed as treasurers וָאוֹצְרָ֣ה (wā·’ō·wṣ·rāh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - first person common singular | third person feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_686.htm">Strong's 686: </a> To lay up, store up over עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> Above, over, upon, against the storerooms א֠וֹצָרוֹת (’ō·w·ṣā·rō·wṯ) Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_214.htm">Strong's 214: </a> Treasure, store, a treasury, storehouse Shelemiah שֶׁלֶמְיָ֨ה (še·lem·yāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_8018.htm">Strong's 8018: </a> Shelemiah -- 'friend of Yah', the name of several Israelites the priest, הַכֹּהֵ֜ן (hak·kō·hên) Article | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3548.htm">Strong's 3548: </a> Priest Zadok וְצָד֣וֹק (wə·ṣā·ḏō·wq) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6659.htm">Strong's 6659: </a> Zadok -- the name of several Israelites the scribe, הַסּוֹפֵ֗ר (has·sō·w·p̄êr) Article | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5608.htm">Strong's 5608: </a> To count, recount, relate and Pedaiah וּפְדָיָה֙ (ū·p̄ə·ḏā·yāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6305.htm">Strong's 6305: </a> Pedaiah -- 'Yah has ransomed', the name of several Israelites of מִן־ (min-) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4480.htm">Strong's 4480: </a> A part of, from, out of the Levites, הַלְוִיִּ֔ם (hal·wî·yim) Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3881.htm">Strong's 3881: </a> Levites -- descendant of Levi with Hanan חָנָ֥ן (ḥā·nān) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2605.htm">Strong's 2605: </a> Hanan -- 'gracious', the name of several Israelites son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> A son of Zaccur, זַכּ֖וּר (zak·kūr) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2139.htm">Strong's 2139: </a> Zaccur -- 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 Mattaniah, מַתַּנְיָ֑ה (mat·tan·yāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4983.htm">Strong's 4983: </a> Mattaniah -- 'gift of Yah', the last king of Judah, also a number of Israelites to assist וְעַל־ (wə·‘al-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> Above, over, upon, against them, יָדָ֔ם (yā·ḏām) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3027.htm">Strong's 3027: </a> A hand because כִּ֤י (kî) Conjunction <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> A relative conjunction they were considered נֶחְשָׁ֔בוּ (neḥ·šā·ḇū) Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person common plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2803.htm">Strong's 2803: </a> To think, account trustworthy. נֶאֱמָנִים֙ (ne·’ĕ·mā·nîm) Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_539.htm">Strong's 539: </a> To confirm, support They were responsible for וַעֲלֵיהֶ֖ם (wa·‘ă·lê·hem) Conjunctive waw | Preposition | third person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> Above, over, upon, against distributing the supplies לַחֲלֹ֥ק (la·ḥă·lōq) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2505.htm">Strong's 2505: </a> To be smooth, to apportion, separate to their fellow [Levites]. לַאֲחֵיהֶֽם׃ (la·’ă·ḥê·hem) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_251.htm">Strong's 251: </a> A brother, ) <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/nehemiah/13-13.htm">Nehemiah 13:13 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/nehemiah/13-13.htm">Nehemiah 13:13 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/nehemiah/13-13.htm">Nehemiah 13:13 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/nehemiah/13-13.htm">Nehemiah 13:13 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/nehemiah/13-13.htm">Nehemiah 13:13 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/nehemiah/13-13.htm">Nehemiah 13:13 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/nehemiah/13-13.htm">Nehemiah 13:13 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/nehemiah/13-13.htm">Nehemiah 13:13 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/nehemiah/13-13.htm">Nehemiah 13:13 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/nehemiah/13-13.htm">Nehemiah 13:13 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-13.htm">OT History: Nehemiah 13:13 I made treasurers over the treasuries Shelemiah (Neh Ne) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/nehemiah/13-12.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Nehemiah 13:12"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 13:12" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/nehemiah/13-14.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Nehemiah 13:14"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 13:14" /></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>