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From the fields around the towns they were to bring into the storerooms the portions required by the Law for the priests and the Levites, for Judah was pleased with the ministering priests and Levites. <a href="/nlt/nehemiah/12.htm">New Living Translation</a> On that day men were appointed to be in charge of the storerooms for the offerings, the first part of the harvest, and the tithes. They were responsible to collect from the fields outside the towns the portions required by the Law for the priests and Levites. For all the people of Judah took joy in the priests and Levites and their work. <a href="/esv/nehemiah/12.htm">English Standard Version</a> On that day men were appointed over the storerooms, the contributions, the firstfruits, and the tithes, to gather into them the portions required by the Law for the priests and for the Levites according to the fields of the towns, for Judah rejoiced over the priests and the Levites who ministered. <a href="/bsb/nehemiah/12.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> And on that same day men were appointed over the rooms that housed the supplies, contributions, firstfruits, and tithes. The portions specified by the Law for the priests and Levites were gathered into these storerooms from the fields of the villages, because Judah rejoiced over the priests and Levites who were serving. <a href="/kjv/nehemiah/12.htm">King James Bible</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="/nkjv/nehemiah/12.htm">New King James Version</a> And at the same time some were appointed over the rooms of the storehouse for the offerings, the firstfruits, and the tithes, to gather into them from the fields of the cities the portions specified by the Law for the priests and Levites; for Judah rejoiced over the priests and Levites who ministered. <a href="/nasb_/nehemiah/12.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> On that day men were also appointed over the chambers for the supplies, the contributions, the first fruits, and the tithes, to gather into them from the fields of the cities the portions required by the Law for the priests and Levites; for Judah rejoiced over the priests and the Levites who served. <a href="/nasb/nehemiah/12.htm">NASB 1995</a> On that day men were also appointed over the chambers for the stores, the contributions, the first fruits and the tithes, to gather into them from the fields of the cities the portions required by the law for the priests and Levites; for Judah rejoiced over the priests and Levites who served. <a href="/nasb77/nehemiah/12.htm">NASB 1977 </a> On that day men were also appointed over the chambers for the stores, the contributions, the first fruits, and the tithes, to gather into them from the fields of the cities the portions required by the law for the priests and Levites; for Judah rejoiced over the priests and Levites who served. <a href="/lsb/nehemiah/12.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> On that day men were also appointed over the chambers for the stores, the contributions, the first fruits, and the tithes, to gather into them from the fields of the cities the portions required by the law for the priests and Levites; for Judah was glad over the priests and Levites who stood to minister. <a href="/amp/nehemiah/12.htm">Amplified Bible</a> On that day men were appointed over the chambers for the stores, the contributions, the first fruits, and the tithes, to gather into them from the fields of the cities the portions required by the law for the priests and the Levites; for Judah rejoiced over the priests and Levites who served. <a href="/csb/nehemiah/12.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> On that same day men were placed in charge of the rooms that housed the supplies, contributions, firstfruits, and tenths. The legally required portions for the priests and Levites were gathered from the village fields, because Judah was grateful to the priests and Levites who were serving. <a href="/hcsb/nehemiah/12.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> On that same day men were placed in charge of the rooms that housed the supplies, contributions, firstfruits, and tenths. The legally required portions for the priests and Levites were gathered from the village fields, because Judah was grateful to the priests and Levites who were serving. <a href="/asv/nehemiah/12.htm">American Standard Version</a> And on that day were men appointed over the chambers for the treasures, for the heave-offerings, for the first-fruits, and for the tithes, to gather into them, according to the fields of the cities, the portions appointed by the law for the priests and Levites: for Judah rejoiced for the priests and for the Levites that waited. <a href="/cev/nehemiah/12.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> On that same day, some leaders were appointed to be responsible for the safekeeping of gifts for the temple and to be in charge of receiving the first part of the harvest and the ten percent of the crops and livestock that was offered to God. These same leaders also collected the part of crops that the Law of Moses taught was to be given to the Levites. Everyone was pleased with the work of the priests and Levites, <a href="/erv/nehemiah/12.htm">English Revised Version</a> And on that day were men appointed over the chambers for the treasures, for the heave offerings, for the firstfruits, and for the tithes, to gather into them, according to the fields of the cities, the portions appointed by the law for the priests and Levites: for Judah rejoiced for the priests and for the Levites that waited. <a href="/gwt/nehemiah/12.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> On that day men were put in charge of the storerooms for the contributions, the first produce harvested, and a tenth of the people's money. They stored in those rooms the gifts designated by Moses' Teachings for the priests and Levites from the fields around the cities. The people of Judah were pleased with the ministry of the priests and Levites. <a href="/gnt/nehemiah/12.htm">Good News Translation</a> At that time men were put in charge of the storerooms where contributions for the Temple were kept, including the tithes and the first grain and fruit that ripened each year. These men were responsible for collecting from the farms near the various cities the contributions for the priests and the Levites which the Law required. All the people of Judah were pleased with the priests and the Levites, <a href="/isv/nehemiah/12.htm">International Standard Version</a> Also at that time men were appointed over the storerooms for the contributions, for the first fruits, and for the tithes, so those portions required by the Law could be gathered from the fields adjacent to the towns to benefit the priests and descendants of Levi, for the people of Judah rejoiced over the priests and the descendants of Levi who were serving. <a href="/msb/nehemiah/12.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> And on that same day men were appointed over the rooms that housed the supplies, contributions, firstfruits, and tithes. The portions specified by the Law for the priests and Levites were gathered into these storerooms from the fields of the villages, because Judah rejoiced over the priests and Levites who were serving. <a href="/net/nehemiah/12.htm">NET Bible</a> On that day men were appointed over the storerooms for the contributions, first fruits, and tithes, to gather into them from the fields of the cities the portions prescribed by the law for the priests and the Levites, for the people of Judah took delight in the priests and Levites who were ministering. <a href="/nheb/nehemiah/12.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> On that day men were appointed over the storerooms, for the contributions, the first fruits, and the tithes, to gather into them from the fields of the cities the portions appointed by the law for the priests and Levites, for Judah rejoiced over the priests and the Levites who ministered. <a href="/wbt/nehemiah/12.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> 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. <a href="/web/nehemiah/12.htm">World English Bible</a> On that day, men were appointed over the rooms for the treasures, for the wave offerings, for the first fruits, and for the tithes, to gather into them according to the fields of the cities the portions appointed by the law for the priests and Levites; for Judah rejoiced for the priests and for the Levites who served. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/nehemiah/12.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And certain are appointed on that day over the chambers for treasures, for raised-offerings, for first-fruits, and for tithes, to gather into them out of the fields of the cities the portions of the law for priests, and for Levites, for the joy of Judah [is] over the priests, and over the Levites, who are standing up. <a href="/ylt/nehemiah/12.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And certain are appointed on that day over the chambers for treasures, for heave-offerings, for first-fruits, and for tithes, to gather into them out of the fields of the cities the portions of the law for priests, and for Levites, for the joy of Judah is over the priests, and over the Levites, who are standing up. <a href="/slt/nehemiah/12.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And in that day they will appoint men over the cells to the treasures for the oblations for the first-fruits and for the tenths to collect into them to the fields of the cities the portions of the law to the priests and to the Levites: for the gladness of Judah over the priests and over the Levites standing.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/nehemiah/12.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> They appointed also in that day men over the storehouses of the treasure, for the libations, and for the firstfruits, and for the tithes, that the rulers of the city might bring them in by them in honour of thanksgiving, for the priests and Levites: for Juda was joyful in the priests and Levites that assisted. <a href="/cpdv/nehemiah/12.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> <V 12:43> On that day also, they enrolled men over the storehouses of the treasury, for the libations, and for the first-fruits, and for the tithes, so that the leaders of the city might bring these in, by them, with proper thanksgiving, for the priests and the Levites. For Judah was rejoicing in the priests and the Levites who were assisting. <a href="/nabre/nehemiah/12.htm">New American Bible</a> At that time men were appointed over the chambers set aside for stores, offerings, first fruits, and tithes; in them they were to collect from the fields of the various cities the portions legally assigned to the priests and Levites. For Judah rejoiced in its appointed priests and Levites <a href="/nrsvce/nehemiah/12.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> On that day men were appointed over the chambers for the stores, the contributions, the first fruits, and the tithes, to gather into them the portions required by the law for the priests and for the Levites from the fields belonging to the towns; for Judah rejoiced over the priests and the Levites who ministered.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/nehemiah/12.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And on that day certain men were appointed over the chambers of the king's storehouses to gather into them the offerings, the first fruits, and the tithes of the towns, as it is written in the book of the law, for the priests and Levites, since the Jews were rejoicing because the priests and the Levites had stood up keeping watch in the house of their God. <a href="/hpbt/nehemiah/12.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> And on that day those men who were giving were authorized from the storehouses of the King, houses in which to store the first fruits and the tithes of the chief of the cities, as it is written in the book of the Law for the Priests and for the Levites, because of the celebration of the Jews, because of the Priests and the Levites, those who stood and kept guard in the house of their God.<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/nehemiah/12.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> And on that day were men appointed over the chambers for the treasures, for the heave-offerings, for the first-fruits, and for the tithes, to gather into them, according to the fields of the cities, the portions appointed by the law for the priests and Levites; for Judah rejoiced for the priests and for the Levites that took their stations. <a href="/sep/nehemiah/12.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> And in that day they appointed men over the treasuries, for the treasures, the first-fruits, and the tithes, and for the chiefs of the cities who were assembled among them, to furnish portions for the priests and Levites: for there was joy in Juda over the priests and over the Levites that waited. <a href="/parallel/nehemiah/12-44.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=3775" 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/12.htm">Provisions for Temple Worship</a> 44<a href="/hebrew/1931.htm" title="1931: ha·hū (Art:: Pro-3ms) -- He, she, it. ">And on that same</a> <a href="/hebrew/3117.htm" title="3117: ḇay·yō·wm (Prep-b, Art:: N-ms) -- Day. From an unused root meaning to be hot; a day, whether literal, or figurative.">day</a> <a href="/hebrew/582.htm" title="582: ’ă·nā·šîm (N-mp) -- Man, mankind. From 'anash; properly, a mortal; hence, a man in general.">men</a> <a href="/hebrew/6485.htm" title="6485: way·yip·pā·qə·ḏū (Conj-w:: V-Nifal-ConsecImperf-3mp) -- To attend to, visit, muster, appoint. A primitive root; to visit; by analogy, to oversee, muster, charge, care for, miss, deposit, etc.">were appointed</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/5393.htm" title="5393: han·nə·šā·ḵō·wṯ (Art:: N-fp) -- A chamber. For lishkah; a cell.">the rooms</a> <a href="/hebrew/214.htm" title="214: lā·’ō·w·ṣā·rō·wṯ (Prep-l, Art:: N-mp) -- Treasure, store, a treasury, storehouse. From 'atsar; a depository.">that housed the supplies,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8641.htm" title="8641: lat·tə·rū·mō·wṯ (Prep-l, Art:: N-fp) -- Contribution, offering (for sacred uses). Or trumah; from ruwm; a present, especially in sacrifice or as tribute.">contributions,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7225.htm" title="7225: lā·rê·šîṯ (Prep-l, Art:: N-fs) -- Beginning, chief. From the same as ro'sh; the first, in place, time, order or rank.">firstfruits,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4643.htm" title="4643: wə·lam·ma·‘aś·rō·wṯ (Conj-w, Prep-l, Art:: N-mp) -- Tenth part, tithe. Or maasar; and feminine maasrah; from asar; a tenth; especially a tithe.">and tithes.</a> <a href="/hebrew/4521.htm" title="4521: mə·nā·’ō·wṯ (N-fpc) -- Portion. From manah; an allotment.">The portions specified by</a> <a href="/hebrew/8451.htm" title="8451: hat·tō·w·rāh (Art:: N-fs) -- Direction, instruction, law. Or torah; from yarah; a precept or statute, especially the Decalogue or Pentateuch.">the Law</a> <a href="/hebrew/3548.htm" title="3548: lak·kō·hă·nîm (Prep-l, Art:: N-mp) -- Priest. Active participle of kahan; literally, one officiating, a priest; also an acting priest.">for the priests</a> <a href="/hebrew/3881.htm" title="3881: wə·lal·wî·yim (Conj-w, Prep-l:: N-proper-mp) -- Desc. of Levi. Or Leviy; patronymically from Leviy; a Levite or descendant of Levi.">and Levites</a> <a href="/hebrew/3664.htm" title="3664: liḵ·nō·ws (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Inf) -- To gather, collect. A primitive root; to collect; hence, to enfold.">were gathered</a> <a href="/hebrew/bā·hem (Prep:: 3mp) -- ">into these storerooms</a> <a href="/hebrew/7704.htm" title="7704: liś·ḏê (Prep-l:: N-mpc) -- Field, land. Or saday; from an unused root meaning to spread out; a field.">from the fields</a> <a href="/hebrew/5892.htm" title="5892: he·‘ā·rîm (Art:: N-fp) -- Excitement. Or par; or ayar; from uwr a city in the widest sense.">of the villages,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">because</a> <a href="/hebrew/3063.htm" title="3063: yə·hū·ḏāh (N-proper-ms) -- From yadah; celebrated; Jehudah, the name of five Israelites; also of the tribe descended from the first, and of its territory.">Judah</a> <a href="/hebrew/8057.htm" title="8057: śim·ḥaṯ (N-fsc) -- Joy, gladness, mirth. From sameach; blithesomeness or glee.">rejoiced</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/3548.htm" title="3548: hak·kō·hă·nîm (Art:: N-mp) -- Priest. Active participle of kahan; literally, one officiating, a priest; also an acting priest.">the priests</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."></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.">and Levites</a> <a href="/hebrew/5975.htm" title="5975: hā·‘ō·mə·ḏîm (Art:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-mp) -- To take one's stand, stand. A primitive root; to stand, in various relations.">who were serving.</a> 45They performed the service of their God and the service of purification, along with the singers and gatekeepers, as David and his son Solomon had prescribed.…<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/10-37.htm">Nehemiah 10:37-39</a> 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.” <a href="/2_chronicles/31-11.htm">2 Chronicles 31:11-12</a> Then Hezekiah commanded them to prepare storerooms in the house of the LORD, and they did so. / 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. <a href="/malachi/3-10.htm">Malachi 3:10</a> 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. <a href="/numbers/18-21.htm">Numbers 18:21-24</a> 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. ... <a href="/deuteronomy/12-6.htm">Deuteronomy 12:6-7</a> 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. <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/31-4.htm">2 Chronicles 31:4-5</a> Moreover, he commanded the people living in Jerusalem to make a contribution for the priests and Levites so that they could devote themselves to the Law of the LORD. / 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. <a href="/leviticus/27-30.htm">Leviticus 27:30-33</a> 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. ... <a href="/1_corinthians/9-13.htm">1 Corinthians 9:13-14</a> 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. <a href="/hebrews/7-5.htm">Hebrews 7:5</a> 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. <a href="/2_corinthians/9-12.htm">2 Corinthians 9:12-13</a> For this ministry of service is not only supplying the needs of the saints but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanksgiving to God. / Because of the proof this ministry provides, the saints will glorify God for your obedient confession of the gospel of Christ, and for the generosity of your contribution to them and to all the others. <a href="/1_timothy/5-17.htm">1 Timothy 5:17-18</a> Elders who lead effectively are worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching. / For the Scripture says, “Do not muzzle an ox while it is treading out the grain,” and, “The worker is worthy of his wages.” <a href="/acts/4-34.htm">Acts 4:34-35</a> 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. <a href="/romans/15-25.htm">Romans 15:25-27</a> Now, however, I am on my way to Jerusalem to serve the saints there. / For Macedonia and Achaia were pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. / They were pleased to do it, and indeed they owe it to them. For if the Gentiles have shared in their spiritual blessings, they are obligated to minister to them with material blessings. <a href="/galatians/6-6.htm">Galatians 6:6</a> Nevertheless, the one who receives instruction in the word must share in all good things with his instructor.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>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.some.<a href="/nehemiah/10-37.htm">Nehemiah 10:37-39</a> 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… <a href="/nehemiah/13-5.htm">Nehemiah 13:5,12,13</a> And he had prepared for him a great chamber, where aforetime they laid the meat offerings, the frankincense, and the vessels, and the tithes of the corn, the new wine, and the oil, which was commanded to be given to the Levites, and the singers, and the porters; and the offerings of the priests… <a href="/2_chronicles/13-11.htm">2 Chronicles 13:11,12</a> And they burn unto the LORD every morning and every evening burnt sacrifices and sweet incense: the shewbread also set they in order upon the pure table; and the candlestick of gold with the lamps thereof, to burn every evening: for we keep the charge of the LORD our God; but ye have forsaken him… chambers.<a href="/1_chronicles/9-26.htm">1 Chronicles 9:26</a> For these Levites, the four chief porters, were in their set office, and were over the chambers and treasuries of the house of God.<a href="/1_chronicles/26-21.htm">1 Chronicles 26:21-26</a> As concerning the sons of Laadan; the sons of the Gershonite Laadan, chief fathers, even of Laadan the Gershonite, were Jehieli… of the law.<a href="/numbers/3-10.htm">Numbers 3:10</a> And thou shalt appoint Aaron and his sons, and they shall wait on their priest's office: and the stranger that cometh nigh shall be put to death.<a href="/numbers/8-24.htm">Numbers 8:24,25</a> This is it that belongeth unto the Levites: from twenty and five years old and upward they shall go in to wait upon the service of the tabernacle of the congregation: … <a href="/1_chronicles/23-28.htm">1 Chronicles 23:28</a> Because their office was to wait on the sons of Aaron for the service of the house of the LORD, in the courts, and in the chambers, and in the purifying of all holy things, and the work of the service of the house of God;waited.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/nehemiah/12-31.htm">Appointed</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-39.htm">Chambers</a> <a href="/nehemiah/11-20.htm">Cities</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-29.htm">Fields</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-31.htm">First</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-37.htm">Firstfruits</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-37.htm">Fruits</a> <a href="/nehemiah/7-5.htm">Gather</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-37.htm">Heave-Offerings</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-36.htm">Judah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-29.htm">Law</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-37.htm">Offerings</a> <a href="/nehemiah/9-22.htm">Portions</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-41.htm">Priests</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-43.htm">Rejoiced</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/35-15.htm">Stations</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/17-13.htm">Stores</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-23.htm">Time</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-38.htm">Tithes</a> <a href="/ezra/6-1.htm">Treasures</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/35-15.htm">Waited</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-39.htm">Wave</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/nehemiah/13-4.htm">Appointed</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-4.htm">Chambers</a> <a href="/esther/9-2.htm">Cities</a> <a href="/job/5-10.htm">Fields</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-31.htm">First</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-31.htm">Firstfruits</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-31.htm">Fruits</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-11.htm">Gather</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-5.htm">Heave-Offerings</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-12.htm">Judah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-3.htm">Law</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-5.htm">Offerings</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-47.htm">Portions</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-5.htm">Priests</a> <a href="/esther/8-15.htm">Rejoiced</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-11.htm">Stations</a> <a href="/job/21-19.htm">Stores</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-6.htm">Time</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-5.htm">Tithes</a> <a href="/job/3-21.htm">Treasures</a> <a href="/job/6-19.htm">Waited</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-5.htm">Wave</a><div class="vheading2">Nehemiah 12</div>1. <a href="/nehemiah/12-1.htm">The priests and the Levites which came up with Zerubbabel.</a> 10. <a href="/nehemiah/12-10.htm">The succession of high priests.</a> 22. <a href="/nehemiah/12-22.htm">Certain chief Levites.</a> 27. <a href="/nehemiah/12-27.htm">The solemnity of the dedication of the walls.</a> 44. <a href="/nehemiah/12-44.htm">The offices of priests and Levites appointed in the temple.</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 dedication was a significant event, symbolizing the restoration and protection of the city. The phrase suggests a seamless transition from celebration to practical governance, emphasizing the importance of both spiritual and administrative duties.men were appointed over the rooms The appointment of men to oversee the storerooms reflects the organized and structured approach to temple service and community life. This mirrors the earlier reforms of Nehemiah, who was known for his leadership and administrative skills. The selection of trustworthy individuals was crucial to ensure the integrity and proper management of resources.that housed the supplies, contributions, firstfruits, and tithes These storerooms were essential for the functioning of the temple and the support of the priests and Levites. Supplies and contributions were offerings from the people, while firstfruits and tithes were specific portions commanded by the Law (e.g., <a href="/leviticus/27-30.htm">Leviticus 27:30-33</a>, <a href="/deuteronomy/14-22.htm">Deuteronomy 14:22-29</a>). The firstfruits were the initial yield of the harvest, symbolizing gratitude and dependence on God. Tithes were a tenth of one's produce or income, dedicated to God, supporting the religious leaders and the needy.The portions specified by the Law for the priests and Levites The Law of Moses outlined specific provisions for the priests and Levites, who had no inheritance of land like the other tribes (<a href="/numbers/18-20.htm">Numbers 18:20-24</a>). Their sustenance came from the offerings and tithes of the people. This system ensured that those who ministered before God were provided for, allowing them to focus on their spiritual duties.were gathered into these storerooms from the fields of the villages This indicates a centralized collection system, where resources from various locations were brought to Jerusalem. It highlights the cooperation and unity among the people, as well as the logistical efforts required to maintain the temple services. The fields of the villages represent the agricultural basis of the economy, and the gathering of resources underscores the communal responsibility to support the religious center.because Judah rejoiced over the priests and Levites who were serving The joy of Judah reflects the people's appreciation and recognition of the spiritual leadership provided by the priests and Levites. Their service was vital for maintaining the covenant relationship with God. This joy can be seen as a fulfillment of the promises of restoration and blessing, as the community experienced the benefits of faithful leadership and worship. The rejoicing also signifies a spiritual revival and commitment to God's commandments, fostering a sense of unity and purpose among the people.<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 the spiritual renewal of the people. 2. <a href="/topical/p/priests_and_levites.htm">Priests and Levites</a> Religious leaders responsible for temple worship and maintaining the spiritual life of Israel. 3. <a href="/topical/s/storerooms.htm">Storerooms</a> Designated areas in the temple complex for storing contributions, firstfruits, and tithes. 4. <a href="/topical/c/contributions,_firstfruits,_and_tithes.htm">Contributions, Firstfruits, and Tithes</a> Offerings required by the Law of Moses to support the temple and its workers. 5. <a href="/topical/j/judah.htm">Judah</a> The southern kingdom of Israel, representing the people who were rejoicing over the faithful service of their religious leaders.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/f/faithful_stewardship.htm">Faithful Stewardship</a> The appointment of men over the storerooms highlights the importance of responsible management of resources dedicated to God's work. <a href="/topical/j/joy_in_service.htm">Joy in Service</a> Judah's rejoicing over the priests and Levites underscores the joy that comes from faithful service and spiritual leadership. <a href="/topical/o/obedience_to_god's_law.htm">Obedience to God's Law</a> The gathering of contributions, firstfruits, and tithes reflects a commitment to obeying God's commands, which is essential for spiritual health. <a href="/topical/c/community_support.htm">Community Support</a> The collective effort to support the temple workers illustrates the importance of community involvement in sustaining ministry. <a href="/topical/s/spiritual_renewal.htm">Spiritual Renewal</a> The context of <a href="/bsb/nehemiah/12.htm">Nehemiah 12</a> shows a period of spiritual renewal, reminding us of the need for ongoing revival and dedication to God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_nehemiah_12.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Nehemiah 12</a> <a href="/q/does_nehemiah_12_44-47_align_with_persian_rule.htm">In Nehemiah 12:44-47, does the organized temple service system align with known Persian-era governance or does it present historical inconsistencies?</a> <a href="/q/non-biblical_sources_on_neh._10_32-39.htm">Are there non-biblical historical or archaeological sources that verify or challenge the covenant details in Nehemiah 10:32-39?</a> <a href="/q/how_did_goldsmiths_build_the_wall.htm">How do we reconcile Nehemiah 3:8, which mentions goldsmiths and perfumers constructing the wall, with the specialized skills required for such large-scale building?</a> <a href="/q/evidence_for_nehemiah's_temple_reforms.htm">What historical evidence supports Nehemiah's reforms in Nehemiah 13:7-14 concerning temple provisions, and how can we verify these practices outside the Bible?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/nehemiah/12.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(44-47) Economical arrangements.(44) For Judah rejoiced.--Not only was the Temple service restored to something like the completeness of the Davidical period, the people also everywhere took pleasure in the ministrations of the Temple, and provided amply for them. Hence the need of men to take charge of the treasuries of the firstfruits and tithes.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/nehemiah/12.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 44. - At that time. Literally, "On that day;" but a certain latitude must be allowed to the expression. The chambers for the treasures. On these adjuncts of the temple, see the comment on Nehemiah 10:37. The "treasures" themselves consisted chiefly of tithes (including corn, wine, and oil), firstfruits, and free-will offerings. They also included frankincense (<a href="/nehemiah/13-5.htm">Nehemiah 13:5</a>), and probably other spices. The portions of the law. i.e. the proportion of the produce required by the law to be set apart for sacred uses. These were to be gathered by the officers out of the fields of the cities, that is, out of the portions of cultivable soil attached to each provincial town (<a href="/nehemiah/11-25.htm">Nehemiah 11:25</a>). For Judah rejoiced. The general satisfaction of the people with their spiritual guides led them to increase their contributions beyond the requirements of the law; whence there was at this time special need of treasurers and treasuries - abundant occupation for the one, and abundant material requiring to be stored in the other. <a href="/commentaries/nehemiah/12-44.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>And on that same הַה֨וּא (ha·hū) Article | Pronoun - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1931.htm">Strong's 1931: </a> He, self, the same, this, that, as, are day בַיּוֹם֩ (ḇay·yō·wm) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3117.htm">Strong's 3117: </a> A day men אֲנָשִׁ֜ים (’ă·nā·šîm) Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_376.htm">Strong's 376: </a> A man as an individual, a male person were appointed וַיִּפָּקְד֣וּ (way·yip·pā·qə·ḏū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6485.htm">Strong's 6485: </a> To visit, to oversee, muster, charge, care for, miss, deposit over עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> Above, over, upon, against the rooms הַנְּשָׁכ֗וֹת (han·nə·šā·ḵō·wṯ) Article | Noun - feminine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5393.htm">Strong's 5393: </a> A chamber that housed the supplies, לָא֨וֹצָר֥וֹת (lā·’ō·w·ṣā·rō·wṯ) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_214.htm">Strong's 214: </a> Treasure, store, a treasury, storehouse contributions, לַתְּרוּמוֹת֮ (lat·tə·rū·mō·wṯ) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - feminine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_8641.htm">Strong's 8641: </a> Contribution, offering (for sacred uses) firstfruits, לָרֵאשִׁ֣ית (lā·rê·šîṯ) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7225.htm">Strong's 7225: </a> The first, in place, time, order, rank and tithes. וְלַמַּֽעַשְׂרוֹת֒ (wə·lam·ma·‘aś·rō·wṯ) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4643.htm">Strong's 4643: </a> Tenth part, tithe The portions [specified] by מְנָא֣וֹת (mə·nā·’ō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4521.htm">Strong's 4521: </a> An allotment the Law הַתּוֹרָ֔ה (hat·tō·w·rāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_8451.htm">Strong's 8451: </a> Direction, instruction, law for the priests לַכֹּהֲנִ֖ים (lak·kō·hă·nîm) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3548.htm">Strong's 3548: </a> Priest and Levites וְלַלְוִיִּ֑ם (wə·lal·wî·yim) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3881.htm">Strong's 3881: </a> Levites -- descendant of Levi were gathered לִכְנ֨וֹס (liḵ·nō·ws) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3664.htm">Strong's 3664: </a> To collect, to enfold into [these storerooms] בָּהֶ֜ם (bā·hem) Preposition | third person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/.htm">Strong's Hebrew</a> from the fields לִשְׂדֵ֤י (liś·ḏê) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7704.htm">Strong's 7704: </a> Field, land of the villages, הֶעָרִים֙ (he·‘ā·rîm) Article | Noun - feminine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5892.htm">Strong's 5892: </a> Excitement because כִּ֚י (kî) Conjunction <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> A relative conjunction Judah יְהוּדָ֔ה (yə·hū·ḏāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3063.htm">Strong's 3063: </a> Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites rejoiced שִׂמְחַ֣ת (śim·ḥaṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_8057.htm">Strong's 8057: </a> Blithesomeness, glee over עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> Above, over, upon, against the priests הַכֹּהֲנִ֥ים (hak·kō·hă·nîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3548.htm">Strong's 3548: </a> Priest and Levites הַלְוִיִּ֖ם (hal·wî·yim) Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3881.htm">Strong's 3881: </a> Levites -- descendant of Levi who were serving. הָעֹמְדִֽים׃ (hā·‘ō·mə·ḏîm) Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5975.htm">Strong's 5975: </a> To stand, in various relations <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/nehemiah/12-44.htm">Nehemiah 12:44 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/nehemiah/12-44.htm">Nehemiah 12:44 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/nehemiah/12-44.htm">Nehemiah 12:44 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/nehemiah/12-44.htm">Nehemiah 12:44 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/nehemiah/12-44.htm">Nehemiah 12:44 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/nehemiah/12-44.htm">Nehemiah 12:44 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/nehemiah/12-44.htm">Nehemiah 12:44 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/nehemiah/12-44.htm">Nehemiah 12:44 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/nehemiah/12-44.htm">Nehemiah 12:44 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/nehemiah/12-44.htm">Nehemiah 12:44 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-44.htm">OT History: Nehemiah 12:44 On that day were men appointed over (Neh Ne) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/nehemiah/12-43.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Nehemiah 12:43"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 12:43" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/nehemiah/12-45.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Nehemiah 12:45"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 12:45" /></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>