Nehemiah 3:15
Nehemiah 3:15 in Multiple Translations
The Fountain Gate was repaired by Shallun son of Col-hozeh, ruler of the district of Mizpah. He rebuilt it, roofed it, and installed its doors, bolts, and bars. He also repaired the wall of the Pool of Shelah near the king’s garden, as far as the stairs that descend from the City of David.
But the gate of the fountain repaired Shallun the son of Col-hozeh, the ruler of part of Mizpah; he built it, and covered it, and set up the doors thereof, the locks thereof, and the bars thereof, and the wall of the pool of Siloah by the king’s garden, and unto the stairs that go down from the city of David.
And the fountain gate repaired Shallun the son of Col-hozeh, the ruler of the district of Mizpah; he built it, and covered it, and set up the doors thereof, the bolts thereof, and the bars thereof, and the wall of the pool of Shelah by the king’s garden, even unto the stairs that go down from the city of David.
And Shallun, the son of Col-hozeh, the ruler of the division of Mizpah, made good the doorway of the fountain, building it up and covering it and putting up its doors, with their locks and rods, with the wall of the pool of Shelah by the king's garden, as far as the steps which go down from the town of David.
The Fountain Gate was repaired by Shallun, son of Col-hozeh, ruler of the Mizpah district. He rebuilt it, put a roof on it, set up its doors, together with its bolts and bars. He rebuilt the wall of the Pool of Shelah by the king's garden, as far as the steps that go down from the City of David.
But the gate of the fountaine fortified Shallun, the sonne of Col-hozeh, the ruler of the fourth part of Mizpah: he builded it, and couered it, and set on the doores thereof, the lockes thereof, and the barres thereof, and the wall vnto the fishpoole of Shelah by the Kings garden, and vnto the steppes that goe downe from the citie of Dauid.
And the gate of the fountain hath Shallum son of Col-Hozeh, head of the district of Mizpah, strengthened: he doth build it, and cover it, and set up its doors, its locks, and its bars, and the wall of the pool of Siloah, to the garden of the king, and unto the steps that are going down from the city of David.
Shallun the son of Colhozeh, the ruler of the district of Mizpah, repaired the spring gate. He built it, covered it, and set up its doors, its bolts, and its bars; and he repaired the wall of the pool of Shelah by the king’s garden, even to the stairs that go down from David’s city.
But the gate of the fountain repaired Shallun the son of Col-hozeh, the ruler of part of Mizpah; he built it, and covered it, and set up its doors, its locks, and its bars, and the wall of the pool of Siloah by the king's garden, and to the stairs that go down from the city of David.
And the gate of the fountain Sellum the son of Cholhoza built, lord of the street of Maspha: he built it, and covered it, and set up the doors thereof, and the locks, and the bare, and the walls of the pool of Siloe unto the king’s guard, and unto the steps that go down from the city of David.
Shallum the son of Colhozeh, who ruled Mizpah District, repaired the Fountain Gate. He put/built a roof over the gate, and put in their places the gates and the bolts and the bars for locking the gate. Near the Pool of Shelah he built the wall next to the king’s garden, as far as the steps that went down from the City of David.
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Nehemiah 3:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אֵת֩
שַׁ֨עַר
הָ/עַ֜יִן
הֶ֠חֱזִיק
שַׁלּ֣וּן
בֶּן
כָּל
חֹזֶה֮
שַׂ֣ר
פֶּ֣לֶךְ
הַ/מִּצְפָּה֒
ה֤וּא
יִבְנֶ֨/נּוּ֙
וִ/יטַֽלְלֶ֔/נּוּ
ו/יעמידו
וְ/יַעֲמִיד֙
דַּלְתֹתָ֔י/ו
מַנְעֻלָ֖י/ו
וּ/בְרִיחָ֑י/ו
וְ֠/אֵת
חוֹמַ֞ת
בְּרֵכַ֤ת
הַ/שֶּׁ֨לַח֙
לְ/גַן
הַ/מֶּ֔לֶךְ
וְ/עַד
הַֽ/מַּעֲל֔וֹת
הַ/יּוֹרְד֖וֹת
מֵ/עִ֥יר
דָּוִֽיד
וְ/אֵת֩
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
שַׁ֨עַר
shaʻar
H8179
gate
N-ms
הָ/עַ֜יִן
ʻayin
H5869
eye
Art | N-cs
הֶ֠חֱזִיק
châzaq
H2388
to strengthen
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
שַׁלּ֣וּן
Shallûwn
H7968
Shallum
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
כָּל
Kol-Chôzeh
H3626
Col-hozeh
N-proper
חֹזֶה֮
Kol-Chôzeh
H3626
Col-hozeh
N-proper
שַׂ֣ר
sar
H8269
ruler
N-ms
פֶּ֣לֶךְ
pelek
H6418
district
N-ms
הַ/מִּצְפָּה֒
Mitspâh
H4709
Mizpah
Art | N-proper
ה֤וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
יִבְנֶ֨/נּוּ֙
bânâh
H1129
to build
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms | Suff
וִ/יטַֽלְלֶ֔/נּוּ
ṭâlal
H2926
to cover
Conj | V-Piel-Imperf-3ms | Suff
ו/יעמידו
ʻâmad
H5975
to stand
Conj | V-Hiphil-Imperf-3mp
וְ/יַעֲמִיד֙
ʻâmad
H5975
to stand
Conj | V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms
דַּלְתֹתָ֔י/ו
deleth
H1817
door
N-fp | Suff
מַנְעֻלָ֖י/ו
manʻûwl
H4514
bolt
N-mp | Suff
וּ/בְרִיחָ֑י/ו
bᵉrîyach
H1280
bar
Conj | N-mp | Suff
וְ֠/אֵת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
חוֹמַ֞ת
chôwmâh
H2346
wall
N-fs
בְּרֵכַ֤ת
bᵉrêkâh
H1295
pool
N-fs
הַ/שֶּׁ֨לַח֙
Shilôach
H7975
Shelah
Art | N-ms
לְ/גַן
gan
H1588
garden
Prep | N-cs
הַ/מֶּ֔לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
Art | N-ms
וְ/עַד
ʻad
H5704
till
Conj | Prep
הַֽ/מַּעֲל֔וֹת
maʻălâh
H4609
thought
Art | N-fp
הַ/יּוֹרְד֖וֹת
yârad
H3381
to go down
Art | V-Qal
מֵ/עִ֥יר
ʻîyr
H5892
excitement
Prep | N-fs
דָּוִֽיד
Dâvid
H1732
David
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 3:15
וְ/אֵת֩
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
שַׁ֨עַר
shaʻar
H8179
"gate"
N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a gate or door, often referring to city entrances or temple doors, like in Genesis and Exodus. It can also symbolize a meeting place or marketplace. The word is used to describe important locations in the Bible.
Definition: : gate 1) gate 1a) gate (of entrance) 1b) gate (of space inside gate, i.e. marketplace, public meeting place) 1b1) city, town 1c) gate (of palace, royal castle, temple, court of tabernacle) 1d) heaven
Usage: Occurs in 302 OT verses. KJV: city, door, gate, port ([idiom] -er). See also: Genesis 19:1; 1 Chronicles 9:18; Psalms 9:14.
הָ/עַ֜יִן
ʻayin
H5869
"eye"
Art | N-cs
This word can mean a spring or fountain, but also refers to the eye or a source of something. It is often translated as affliction, outward appearance, or countenance, and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : eye 1) eye 1a) eye 1a1) of physical eye 1a2) as showing mental qualities 1a3) of mental and spiritual faculties (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 828 OT verses. KJV: affliction, outward appearance, [phrase] before, [phrase] think best, colour, conceit, [phrase] be content, countenance, [phrase] displease, eye((-brow), (-d), -sight), face, [phrase] favour, fountain, furrow (from the margin), [idiom] him, [phrase] humble, knowledge, look, ([phrase] well), [idiom] me, open(-ly), [phrase] (not) please, presence, [phrase] regard, resemblance, sight, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them, [phrase] think, [idiom] us, well, [idiom] you(-rselves). See also: Genesis 3:5; Exodus 34:9; Deuteronomy 28:67.
הֶ֠חֱזִיק
châzaq
H2388
"to strengthen"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
To strengthen means to be strong or courageous, and can also mean to seize or conquer, as seen in various KJV translations.
Definition: : strengthen/support/encourage 1) to strengthen, prevail, harden, be strong, become strong, be courageous, be firm, grow firm, be resolute, be sore 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be strong, grow strong 1a1a) to prevail, prevail upon 1a1b) to be firm, be caught fast, be secure 1a1c) to press, be urgent 1a1d) to grow stout, grow rigid, grow hard (bad sense) 1a1e) to be severe, be grievous 1a2) to strengthen 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to make strong 1b2) to restore to strength, give strength 1b3) to strengthen, sustain, encourage 1b4) to make strong, make bold, encourage 1b5) to make firm 1b6) to make rigid, make hard 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to make strong, strengthen 1c2) to make firm 1c3) to display strength 1c4) to make severe 1c5) to support 1c6) to repair 1c7) to prevail, prevail upon 1c8) to have or take or keep hold of, retain, hold up, sustain, support 1c9) to hold, contain 1d) (Hithpael) 1d1) to strengthen oneself 1d2) to put forth strength, use one's strength 1d3) to withstand 1d4) to hold strongly with
Usage: Occurs in 266 OT verses. KJV: aid, amend, [idiom] calker, catch, cleave, confirm, be constant, constrain, continue, be of good (take) courage(-ous, -ly), encourage (self), be established, fasten, force, fortify, make hard, harden, help, (lay) hold (fast), lean, maintain, play the man, mend, become (wax) mighty, prevail, be recovered, repair, retain, seize, be (wax) sore, strengthen (self), be stout, be (make, shew, wax) strong(-er), be sure, take (hold), be urgent, behave self valiantly, withstand. See also: Genesis 19:16; 1 Chronicles 22:13; Psalms 27:14.
שַׁלּ֣וּן
Shallûwn
H7968
"Shallum"
N-proper
Shallum was an Israelite who lived during the time of Exile and Return, mentioned in Nehemiah 3:15 as the son of Col-hozeh. His name means retribution. Shallum was a ruler of a district of Mizpah.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.3.15; son of: Col-hozeh (H3626) § Shallun = "retribution" son of Colhozeh and ruler of a district of the Mizpah
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Shallum. See also: Nehemiah 3:15.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
כָּל
Kol-Chôzeh
H3626
"Col-hozeh"
N-proper
Col-hozeh was an Israelite who lived during the time of Nehemiah, and his name means all-seeing. He was the father of Baruch, who helped repair Jerusalem's walls. Col-hozeh's son played a significant role in rebuilding the city.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.11.5; son of: Hazaiah (H2382); father of: Baruch (H1263I) § Col-hozeh = "all-seeing" father of a repairer of Jerusalem's walls during the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Col-hozeh. See also: Nehemiah 3:15; Nehemiah 11:5.
חֹזֶה֮
Kol-Chôzeh
H3626
"Col-hozeh"
N-proper
Col-hozeh was an Israelite who lived during the time of Nehemiah, and his name means all-seeing. He was the father of Baruch, who helped repair Jerusalem's walls. Col-hozeh's son played a significant role in rebuilding the city.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.11.5; son of: Hazaiah (H2382); father of: Baruch (H1263I) § Col-hozeh = "all-seeing" father of a repairer of Jerusalem's walls during the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Col-hozeh. See also: Nehemiah 3:15; Nehemiah 11:5.
שַׂ֣ר
sar
H8269
"ruler"
N-ms
A leader or person in charge, like a prince or captain, as seen in the Bible with King David and other rulers.
Definition: 1) prince, ruler, leader, chief, chieftain, official, captain 1a) chieftain, leader 1b) vassal, noble, official (under king) 1c) captain, general, commander (military) 1d) chief, head, overseer (of other official classes) 1e) heads, princes (of religious office) 1f) elders (of representative leaders of people) 1g) merchant-princes (of rank and dignity) 1h) patron-angel 1i) Ruler of rulers (of God) 1j) warden
Usage: Occurs in 368 OT verses. KJV: captain (that had rule), chief (captain), general, governor, keeper, lord,(-task-)master, prince(-ipal), ruler, steward. See also: Genesis 12:15; 1 Kings 22:32; 2 Chronicles 32:21.
פֶּ֣לֶךְ
pelek
H6418
"district"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word can refer to a district or region, like a specific area of land. It can also mean a spindle or a staff, as in the book of Isaiah. The KJV translates it as staff or participle.
Definition: 1) whirl of spindle, stick, district 1a) whirl of spindle, stick 1b) district, circuit
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: (di-) staff, participle See also: 2 Samuel 3:29; Nehemiah 3:15; Proverbs 31:19.
הַ/מִּצְפָּה֒
Mitspâh
H4709
"Mizpah"
Art | N-proper
Mitspah means watchtower, referring to a place in Palestine near Mount Hermon. It appears in the Bible as a location. The name is associated with a place of observation.
Definition: § Mizpah = "watchtower" a place near Mount Hermon
Usage: Occurs in 33 OT verses. KJV: Mitspah. (This seems rather to be only an orthographic variation of H4708 (מִצְפֶּה) when 'in pause'.) See also: Genesis 31:49; 1 Samuel 10:17; Jeremiah 40:10.
ה֤וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
יִבְנֶ֨/נּוּ֙
bânâh
H1129
"to build"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms | Suff
The Hebrew word bânâh means to build something, like a house or a family. It can also mean to establish or repair something, and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) to build, rebuild, establish, cause to continue 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to build, rebuild 1a2) to build a house (ie, establish a family) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be built 1b2) to be rebuilt 1b3) established (of restored exiles) (fig.) 1b4) established (made permanent) 1b5) to be built up (of childless wife becoming the mother of a family through the children of a concubine) Aramaic equivalent: be.nah (בְּנָה "to build" H1124)
Usage: Occurs in 345 OT verses. KJV: (begin to) build(-er), obtain children, make, repair, set (up), [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 2:22; 1 Kings 8:48; 2 Chronicles 20:8.
וִ/יטַֽלְלֶ֔/נּוּ
ṭâlal
H2926
"to cover"
Conj | V-Piel-Imperf-3ms | Suff
This Hebrew word means to cover or roof something, often used to describe building or repairing structures. It appears in Exodus 26, describing the construction of the tabernacle, where the roof was covered with beams and animal skins. This word is also used to describe God's protection as a covering.
Definition: (Piel) to cover with a roof, cover over, roof Aramaic equivalent: te.lal (טְלַל "to have shade" H2927)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: cover. See also: Nehemiah 3:15.
ו/יעמידו
ʻâmad
H5975
"to stand"
Conj | V-Hiphil-Imperf-3mp
Means 'to stand' in a strong sense, like in Exodus 17:12 where Moses stood with his arms up to help Israel win a battle.
Definition: : stand/stop/establish 1) to stand, remain, endure, take one's stand 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to stand, take one's stand, be in a standing attitude, stand forth, take a stand, present oneself, attend upon, be or become servant of 1a2) to stand still, stop (moving or doing), cease 1a3) to tarry, delay, remain, continue, abide, endure, persist, be steadfast 1a4) to make a stand, hold one's ground 1a5) to stand upright, remain standing, stand up, rise, be erect, be upright 1a6) to arise, appear, come on the scene, stand forth, appear, rise up or against 1a7) to stand with, take one's stand, be appointed, grow flat, grow insipid 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to station, set 1b2) to cause to stand firm, maintain 1b3) to cause to stand up, cause to set up, erect 1b4) to present (one) before (king) 1b5) to appoint, ordain, establish 1c) (Hophal) to be presented, be caused to stand, be stood before
Usage: Occurs in 497 OT verses. KJV: abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry. See also: Genesis 18:8; Joshua 21:44; 1 Chronicles 6:17.
וְ/יַעֲמִיד֙
ʻâmad
H5975
"to stand"
Conj | V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms
Means 'to stand' in a strong sense, like in Exodus 17:12 where Moses stood with his arms up to help Israel win a battle.
Definition: : stand/stop/establish 1) to stand, remain, endure, take one's stand 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to stand, take one's stand, be in a standing attitude, stand forth, take a stand, present oneself, attend upon, be or become servant of 1a2) to stand still, stop (moving or doing), cease 1a3) to tarry, delay, remain, continue, abide, endure, persist, be steadfast 1a4) to make a stand, hold one's ground 1a5) to stand upright, remain standing, stand up, rise, be erect, be upright 1a6) to arise, appear, come on the scene, stand forth, appear, rise up or against 1a7) to stand with, take one's stand, be appointed, grow flat, grow insipid 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to station, set 1b2) to cause to stand firm, maintain 1b3) to cause to stand up, cause to set up, erect 1b4) to present (one) before (king) 1b5) to appoint, ordain, establish 1c) (Hophal) to be presented, be caused to stand, be stood before
Usage: Occurs in 497 OT verses. KJV: abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry. See also: Genesis 18:8; Joshua 21:44; 1 Chronicles 6:17.
דַּלְתֹתָ֔י/ו
deleth
H1817
"door"
N-fp | Suff
A door is something that swings, like the valve of a door or gate. In the Bible, doors can represent entrance or access, as seen in Psalm 141:3 where David asks God to set a door on his lips.
Definition: door (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: door (two-leaved), gate, leaf, lid. (Psalm 141:3). See also: Genesis 19:6; 2 Chronicles 28:24; Psalms 78:23.
מַנְעֻלָ֖י/ו
manʻûwl
H4514
"bolt"
N-mp | Suff
A bolt, like a lock or a bar, is what this Hebrew word means. It is used in the Bible to describe a way to secure or fasten something, like a door or a gate.
Definition: bolt
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: lock. See also: Nehemiah 3:3; Nehemiah 3:14; Song of Solomon 5:5.
וּ/בְרִיחָ֑י/ו
bᵉrîyach
H1280
"bar"
Conj | N-mp | Suff
A bar or bolt, often made of wood, used to secure city gates or as a symbol of tribulation. It represents a fortress or a prison.
Definition: 1) bar 1a) of wood 1b) of city gates 2) of tribulation, a fortress, of the earth as a prison (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: bar, fugitive. See also: Exodus 26:26; 2 Chronicles 14:6; Psalms 107:16.
וְ֠/אֵת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
חוֹמַ֞ת
chôwmâh
H2346
"wall"
N-fs
A wall of protection, like the walls of Jerusalem, provided safety and security for the people. It appears in the Bible as a physical barrier. The Israelites built walls around their cities for defense.
Definition: wall
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: wall, walled. See also: Exodus 14:22; Nehemiah 6:15; Psalms 51:20.
בְּרֵכַ֤ת
bᵉrêkâh
H1295
"pool"
N-fs
A pool is a reservoir of water, like those where camels rest. In the Bible, it refers to a place where fish live, providing food for people.
Definition: pool, pond
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: (fish-) pool. See also: 2 Samuel 2:13; Nehemiah 3:16; Isaiah 7:3.
הַ/שֶּׁ֨לַח֙
Shilôach
H7975
"Shelah"
Art | N-ms
Shiloah is a fountain in Jerusalem, described in the Bible as a place of spiritual refreshment. Its name means sent, and it is also known as Siloah.
Definition: § Shelah = "sent" a fountain just southeast of Jerusalem
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Shiloah, Siloah. See also: Nehemiah 3:15; Isaiah 8:6.
לְ/גַן
gan
H1588
"garden"
Prep | N-cs
The word for garden refers to an enclosed area, like the Garden of Eden. It can also symbolize a bride or a place for plants.
Definition: 1) garden, enclosure 1a) enclosed garden 1a1) (fig. of a bride) 1b) garden (of plants) 1c) Garden of Eden
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: garden. See also: Genesis 2:8; 2 Kings 25:4; Isaiah 51:3.
הַ/מֶּ֔לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
Art | N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
וְ/עַד
ʻad
H5704
"till"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means until or as far as, describing a point in time or space. It's used in the Bible to set boundaries or limits, like in Exodus when describing the Israelites' journey.
Definition: prep 1) as far as, even to, until, up to, while, as far as 1a) of space 1a1) as far as, up to, even to 1b) in combination 1b1) from...as far as, both...and (with 'min' -from) 1c) of time 1c1) even to, until, unto, till, during, end 1d) of degree 1d1) even to, to the degree of, even like conj 2) until, while, to the point that, so that even Aramaic equivalent: ad (עַד "till" H5705)
Usage: Occurs in 1128 OT verses. KJV: against, and, as, at, before, by (that), even (to), for(-asmuch as), (hither-) to, [phrase] how long, into, as long (much) as, (so) that, till, toward, until, when, while, ([phrase] as) yet. See also: Genesis 3:19; Exodus 32:20; Numbers 23:24.
הַֽ/מַּעֲל֔וֹת
maʻălâh
H4609
"thought"
Art | N-fp
Represents a step or journey upward, like the steps of a stair or a song of ascent, as in Psalm 120-134, which are songs the Israelites sang while traveling to Jerusalem for festivals. It symbolizes spiritual ascent.
Definition: what comes up, thoughts
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: things that come up, (high) degree, deal, go up, stair, step, story. See also: Exodus 20:26; Psalms 126:1; Psalms 120:1.
הַ/יּוֹרְד֖וֹת
yârad
H3381
"to go down"
Art | V-Qal
To go down or descend, like going to a lower place or falling. It appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing people and things moving downwards.
Definition: 1) to go down, descend, decline, march down, sink down 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come down 1a2) to sink 1a3) to be prostrated 1a4) to come down (of revelation) 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to bring down 1b2) to send down 1b3) to take down 1b4) to lay prostrate 1b5) to let down 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be brought down 1c2) to be taken down
Usage: Occurs in 345 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] abundantly, bring down, carry down, cast down, (cause to) come(-ing) down, fall (down), get down, go(-ing) down(-ward), hang down, [idiom] indeed, let down, light (down), put down (off), (cause to, let) run down, sink, subdue, take down. See also: Genesis 11:5; Judges 3:28; 2 Kings 1:15.
מֵ/עִ֥יר
ʻîyr
H5892
"excitement"
Prep | N-fs
In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.
Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.
דָּוִֽיד
Dâvid
H1732
"David"
N-proper
David was the youngest son of Jesse and a king of Judah, first mentioned in Ruth 4:17, and an ancestor of Jesus.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at Rut.4.17; son of: Jesse (H3448) and Nahash (H5176I); brother of: Eliab (H0446I), Abinadab (H0041I), Shimeah (H8093), Zeruiah (H6870), Abigail (H0026H)(?), Nethanel (H5417H), Raddai (H7288), Ozem (H0684) and Elihu (H0453J); married to Michal (H4324), Abigail (H0026), Ahinoam (H0293H), Maacah (H4601I), Haggith (H2294), Abital (H0037), Eglah (H5698) and Bathsheba (H1339); father of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727), Nathan (H5416), Solomon (H8010), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N) Also named: Daueid, Dauid, Dabid (Δαυείδ, Δαυίδ, Δαβίδ "David" G1138) § David = "beloved" youngest son of Jesse and second king of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 912 OT verses. KJV: David. See also: Ruth 4:17; 1 Samuel 20:41; 1 Samuel 27:9.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 3:15
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- Context
- Cross References
- Nehemiah 3:15 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 3:15
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 3:15
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:15
- Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:15
- Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:15
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:15
- Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 3:15
- Barnes' Notes on Nehemiah 3:15
- Whedon's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:15
- Sermons on Nehemiah 3:15
Context — The Builders of the Walls
13The Valley Gate was repaired by Hanun and the residents of Zanoah. They rebuilt it, installed its doors, bolts, and bars, and repaired a thousand cubits of the wall as far as the Dung Gate.
14The Dung Gate was repaired by Malchijah son of Rechab, ruler of the district of Beth-haccherem. He rebuilt it and installed its doors, bolts, and bars.
15The Fountain Gate was repaired by Shallun son of Col-hozeh, ruler of the district of Mizpah. He rebuilt it, roofed it, and installed its doors, bolts, and bars. He also repaired the wall of the Pool of Shelah near the king’s garden, as far as the stairs that descend from the City of David.
16Beyond him, Nehemiah son of Azbuk, ruler of a half-district of Beth-zur, made repairs up to a point opposite the tombs of David, as far as the artificial pool and the House of the Mighty. 17Next to him, the Levites made repairs under Rehum son of Bani, and next to him, Hashabiah, ruler of a half-district of Keilah, made repairs for his district.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | John 9:7 | Then He told him, “Go, wash in the Pool of Siloam” (which means “Sent”). So the man went and washed, and came back seeing. |
| 2 | Isaiah 8:6 | “Because this people has rejected the gently flowing waters of Shiloah and rejoiced in Rezin and the son of Remaliah, |
| 3 | Nehemiah 12:37 | At the Fountain Gate they climbed the steps of the City of David on the ascent to the wall and passed above the house of David to the Water Gate on the east. |
| 4 | Nehemiah 2:14 | Then I went on to the Fountain Gate and the King’s Pool, but there was no room for the animal under me to get through; |
| 5 | Luke 13:4 | Or those eighteen who were killed when the tower of Siloam collapsed on them: Do you think that they were more sinful than all the others living in Jerusalem? |
| 6 | Nehemiah 3:14 | The Dung Gate was repaired by Malchijah son of Rechab, ruler of the district of Beth-haccherem. He rebuilt it and installed its doors, bolts, and bars. |
| 7 | Judges 20:3 | (Meanwhile the Benjamites heard that the Israelites had gone up to Mizpah.) And the Israelites asked, “Tell us, how did this wicked thing happen?” |
| 8 | Jeremiah 40:6 | So Jeremiah went to Gedaliah son of Ahikam at Mizpah and stayed with him among the people who were left in the land. |
| 9 | Nehemiah 3:7 | Next to them, repairs were made by Melatiah the Gibeonite, Jadon the Meronothite, and the men of Gibeon and Mizpah, who were under the authority of the governor of the region west of the Euphrates. |
| 10 | 2 Samuel 5:6–7 | Now the king and his men marched to Jerusalem against the Jebusites who inhabited the land. The Jebusites said to David: “You will never get in here. Even the blind and lame can repel you.” For they thought, “David cannot get in here.” Nevertheless, David captured the fortress of Zion (that is, the City of David). |
Nehemiah 3:15 Summary
[Nehemiah 3:15 tells us about Shallun, who was in charge of repairing the Fountain Gate and the wall of the Pool of Shelah. This was an important part of rebuilding the city of Jerusalem, which was a key part of God's plan to restore His people, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11. Shallun's work was similar to that of other leaders, such as Malchijah in Nehemiah 3:14, who were tasked with rebuilding different parts of the city. By working together and using their skills and resources, the people of Jerusalem were able to rebuild and restore their city, which is a powerful reminder of what can be accomplished when we work together for a common goal, as seen in Ecclesiastes 4:12.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Shallun and what role did he play in the rebuilding of Jerusalem?
Shallun was the son of Col-hozeh and the ruler of the district of Mizpah, who was responsible for repairing the Fountain Gate and the wall of the Pool of Shelah, as described in Nehemiah 3:15. This role is similar to other leaders who were tasked with rebuilding different parts of the city, such as Malchijah in Nehemiah 3:14.
What is the significance of the Fountain Gate in the context of Nehemiah's rebuilding project?
The Fountain Gate was one of the important gates in Jerusalem that needed to be repaired, and its restoration was crucial for the city's defense and functionality, as seen in Nehemiah 3:15. The gate's location near the king's garden and the Pool of Shelah emphasizes its importance in the city's infrastructure.
How does the rebuilding of the Fountain Gate and the wall of the Pool of Shelah relate to the broader theme of Nehemiah's project?
The rebuilding of these structures was part of the larger effort to restore Jerusalem's walls and gates, which was a key aspect of Nehemiah's mission to revive the city and its people, as described in Nehemiah 1:3 and Nehemiah 2:17. This work was essential for the city's protection, prosperity, and spiritual renewal.
What can we learn from Shallun's example about leadership and service?
Shallun's example teaches us about the importance of faithful leadership and service, as he took responsibility for his assigned task and completed it, demonstrating his commitment to the rebuilding project and to God, as seen in Nehemiah 3:15. This is reminiscent of other biblical leaders who served faithfully, such as Joshua in Joshua 1:7-9.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can serve and contribute to the rebuilding or restoration of my community, just like Shallun did in Jerusalem?
- How can I demonstrate my commitment to God's work in my own life, whether through leadership or service, as Shallun did in Nehemiah 3:15?
- What are some 'gates' or areas in my life that need repair or restoration, and how can I work to rebuild them, with God's help, as seen in Nehemiah 3:15?
- In what ways can I work together with others to accomplish a common goal, just like the different leaders and workers did in the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls and gates?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 3:15
But the gate of the fountain,.... Of which see Ne 2:14 repaired Shallum, the son of Colhozeh, the ruler of part of Mizpah; of a tract, district, town, or city so called; perhaps that in the tribe of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 3:15
But the gate of the fountain repaired Shallun the son of Colhozeh, the ruler of part of Mizpah; he built it, and covered it, and set up the doors thereof, the locks thereof, and the bars thereof, and
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:15
The wall of the pool of Siloah; that part of the wall which was directly against that pool.
Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:15
Nehemiah 3:15 But the gate of the fountain repaired Shallun the son of Colhozeh, the ruler of part of Mizpah; he built it, and covered it, and set up the doors thereof, the locks thereof, and the bars thereof, and the wall of the pool of Siloah by the king’ s garden, and unto the stairs that go down from the city of David.Ver. 15. He built it, and covered it] A Chaldee word. This people, in their captivity, though they had not lost the use of their native tongue, yet they had got a tincture of the Chaldee; and of the Hebrew and Chaldee came the Syriac, the mother tongue in Christ’ s time, as appears by Talitha cumi, and other like passages. And unto the stairs] By these David descended into the lower city, and suitors ascended to his palace. This is allegorically applied by some to Christ (the true Jacob’ s ladder, John 1:51), who came down and humbled himself to the utmost; that we by him might have access, with success, in all our suits.
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:15
(15) He covered it.—Similar to laid the beams in Nehemiah 3:3; Nehemiah 3:6. The pool of Siloah.—Called before “the king’s pool,” which received its water as “sent” through a long subterranean conduit, and supplied the king’s gardens. The stairs.—Down the steep sides of Ophel, of which traces are thought still to remain. From this point it is very hard to trace the exact course.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:15
Verse 15. The pool of Siloah] This is probably the same as that mentioned by the evangelists. The stairs that go down from the city of David.] Jerusalem being built on very uneven ground, and some hills being taken within the walls; there was a necessity that there should be in different places steps by which they could ascend and descend: probably similar to what we see in the city of Bristol.
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 3:15
15. But the gate of the fountain] R.V. And the fountain gate. See Nehemiah 2:14. According to the old view, Nehemiah’s description here passes over a considerable space (nearly half a mile in straight line) between the ‘dung gate’ and the ‘fountain gate.’ The omission is capable of being explained as due either to the omission of certain details, cf. Nehemiah 3:11, or to the fact that the precipitous nature of the ground rendered little work necessary upon the southern wall. But it can hardly be accidental that a similar omission has to be understood in the other description of the wall’s circuit (ch. Nehemiah 12:31; Nehemiah 12:37). It seems reasonable to incline to the recent suggestion, that, ‘the valley’ of Nehemiah 3:13, being the Tyrop�on, the circuit of the fortification wall did not include the Western Hill, but ran directly S. down the E. side of ‘the valley’ as far as ‘the dung gate’, when it began to deflect eastward. Shallun] The A.V.
(1611) spelling ‘Shallum’ is perhaps due to Nehemiah 3:12. the ruler of part of Mizpah] R.V. the ruler of the district of Mizpah. A distinction is drawn between the town of Mizpah and the adjacent district. Cf. ‘the district of Jerusalem,’ Nehemiah 3:9; Nehemiah 3:12. ‘The ruler of Mizpah’ itself is mentioned in Nehemiah 3:19. See also on Nehemiah 3:7. covered it] The word so rendered does not occur elsewhere in the Bible. The LXX. renders ἐστέγασεν. It seems to correspond to the expression ‘laid the beams thereof’ in Nehemiah 3:3; Nehemiah 3:6. and the wall of the pool of Siloah by the king’s garden] R.V. And the wall of the pool of Shelah by the king’s garden. Marg. ‘In Isaiah 8:6, Shiloah’. On Siloam (= Birket Silwβn), cf. John 9:7. ‘The pool of Shelah,’ or of ‘leading,’ is fed by a subterranean channel leading from the Virgin’s Spring, distant 1708 feet, through the Ophel rock.
The connexion was discovered by Sir Charles Warren. The tunnel is a remarkable piece of engineering. On the very ancient inscription describing its construction which was found in 1880, see Sayce’s Fresh Lights. The pool here mentioned is probably the same as the lower pool, the modern ‘Birket el Hamra.’ The water from the pool flowed through ‘the king’s garden.’ The old city wall extended much further south than the modern city. The pool was formed by a heavy dam of masonry, probably part of the city wall. ‘The king’s garden’ is mentioned also in 2 Kings 25:4; Jeremiah 39:4; Jeremiah 52:7. We cannot conclude for certain from this verse that it was included within the walls. But the water supply of the town depending largely upon the pool, the pool was probably enclosed by the wall. The double walls mentioned in 2 Kings 25:4 probably protected both pool and gardens. and unto the stairs, &c.] R.V. even unto the stairs, &c. These ‘stairs’ mark the limit of Shallum’s work in a northerly direction.
Barnes' Notes on Nehemiah 3:15
The “pool of Siloah” lies at the southwestern foot of the temple hill, near the lower end of the Tyropoeon.
Whedon's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:15
15. The gate of the fountain — Situated near the southeastern corner of the city, and near the pool of Siloam, from which, perhaps, it took its name. See note, Nehemiah 2:14. Covered it — An expression used of no other gate.
Sermons on Nehemiah 3:15
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From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Nehemiah) ch.3 & 4 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being vigilant against the enemy while remaining committed to God's work. The people in the story were wholeheartedly servi |
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Never a Man Spake Like This Man by George Jeffreys | The video is a sermon transcript about the preaching of Jesus and the power of his words. It highlights the miracles performed by Jesus, such as healing the blind, lame, deaf, and |
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Gospel of John (Study 19 of 24, Chap 9 Start) by G.W. North | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of truly understanding and meditating on the word of God. He encourages listeners to not simply read their daily portion of s |
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Mark 10:46 to End. Blind Bartimaeus. by Favell Lee Mortimer | Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the compassionate nature of Jesus towards the poor and afflicted, highlighting how the Prince of peace often showed tenderness to those overlooke |
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Fountain of Siloam by Robert Murray M'Cheyne | Robert Murray M'Cheyne reflects on the Fountain of Siloam, symbolizing the peace and salvation brought by Jesus, who is the 'One sent from God.' He draws parallels between the gent |
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Judas Factor in Ministry (Time for Renewal Conference) by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the betrayal of Jesus by Judas and the role of Satan in influencing Judas' heart. The preacher emphasizes that everyone has the potential to |
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The Revival Harvest Is Always Ripe Among Lost Sinners by John R. Rice | John R. Rice preaches about the readiness of sinners to hear the gospel, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the hunger in people's hearts for salvation. Using the example of |