Nehemiah 3:5

And next unto them the Tekoites repaired; but their nobles put not their necks to the work of their Lord.

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Other Translations for Nehemiah 3:5

BSB
Next to him, the Tekoites made repairs, but their nobles did not put their shoulders to the work under their supervisors.
AKJV
And next to them the Tekoites repaired; but their nobles put not their necks to the work of their LORD.
CPDV
And beside them, the Tekoites built. But the nobles among them did not put their necks to the work of their Lord.
ERV
And next unto them the Tekoites repaired; but their nobles put not their necks to the work of their lord.
NHEB
Next to them, the Tekoites made repairs; but their nobles did not put their necks to the work of their lord.
SMT
And upon their hand held fast the Tekoites; and their nobles brought not their neck into the work of their Lord.

Commentary for Nehemiah 3:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Nehemiah 3:5
Summary
Common workers participate while nobility refuses responsibility
Place
Jerusalem
Event
Some refuse to work
Estimated Time Period
c. 445 BC
Category
Narrative