Nehemiah 3:21
Nehemiah 3:21 in Multiple Translations
Next to him, Meremoth son of Uriah, the son of Hakkoz, repaired another section, from the doorway of the house of Eliashib to the end of the house.
After him repaired Meremoth the son of Urijah the son of Koz another piece, from the door of the house of Eliashib even to the end of the house of Eliashib.
After him repaired Meremoth the son of Uriah the son of Hakkoz another portion, from the door of the house of Eliashib even to the end of the house of Eliashib.
After him Meremoth, the son of Uriah, the son of Hakkoz, was working on another part, from the door of the house of Eliashib as far as the end of his house.
Next was Meremoth, son of Uriah, son of Hakkoz, who repaired another section, from the entrance of Eliashib the high priest's house to its end.
After him fortified Merimoth, the sonne of Vriiah, the sonne of Hakkoz, another portion from the doore of the house of Eliashib, euen as long as the house of Eliashib extended.
After him hath Meremoth son of Urijah, son of Koz, strengthened, a second measure, from the opening of the house of Eliashib even unto the completion of the house of Eliashib.
After him, Meremoth the son of Uriah the son of Hakkoz repaired another portion, from the door of the house of Eliashib even to the end of the house of Eliashib.
After him repaired Meremoth the son of Urijah the son of Koz another piece, from the door of the house of Eliashib, even to the end of the house of Eliashib.
After him Merimuth the son of Urias the son of Haccus, built another measure, from the door of the house of Eliasib, to the end of the house of Eliasib.
Next to him, Meremoth the son of Uriah and grandson of Hakkoz, repaired a section from the door of Eliashib’s house to the end of Eliahib’s house.
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Nehemiah 3:21 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אַחֲרָ֣י/ו
הֶחֱזִ֗יק
מְרֵמ֧וֹת
בֶּן
אוּרִיָּ֛ה
בֶּן
הַקּ֖וֹץ
מִדָּ֣ה
שֵׁנִ֑ית
מִ/פֶּ֨תַח֙
בֵּ֣ית
אֶלְיָשִׁ֔יב
וְ/עַד
תַּכְלִ֖ית
בֵּ֥ית
אֶלְיָשִֽׁיב
אַחֲרָ֣י/ו
ʼachar
H310
after
Prep | Suff
הֶחֱזִ֗יק
châzaq
H2388
to strengthen
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
מְרֵמ֧וֹת
Mᵉrêmôwth
H4822
Meremoth
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
אוּרִיָּ֛ה
ʼÛwrîyâh
H223
Uriah
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
הַקּ֖וֹץ
Qôwts
H6976
Hakkoz
N-proper
מִדָּ֣ה
middâh
H4060
`great stature`
N-fs
שֵׁנִ֑ית
shênîy
H8145
second
Adj
מִ/פֶּ֨תַח֙
pethach
H6607
entrance
Prep | N-ms
בֵּ֣ית
bayith
H1004
place
N-ms
אֶלְיָשִׁ֔יב
ʼElyâshîyb
H475
Eliashib
N-proper
וְ/עַד
ʻad
H5704
till
Conj | Prep
תַּכְלִ֖ית
taklîyth
H8503
limit
N-fs
בֵּ֥ית
bayith
H1004
place
N-ms
אֶלְיָשִֽׁיב
ʼElyâshîyb
H475
Eliashib
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 3:21
אַחֲרָ֣י/ו
ʼachar
H310
"after"
Prep | Suff
Achar means backwards or after, used to describe something that happens later or in the rear. It is used in various senses in the Bible, including in 1 Kings 12:18.
Definition: 1) after the following part, behind (of place), hinder, afterwards (of time) 1a) as an adverb 1a1) behind (of place) 1a2) afterwards (of time) 1b) as a preposition 1b1) behind, after (of place) 1b2) after (of time) 1b3) besides 1c) as a conjunction 1c) after that 1d) as a substantive 1d1) hinder part 1e) with other prepositions 1e1) from behind 1e2) from following after
Usage: Occurs in 664 OT verses. KJV: after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 18:2; Joshua 8:14.
הֶחֱזִ֗יק
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.
מְרֵמ֧וֹת
Mᵉrêmôwth
H4822
"Meremoth"
N-proper
Meremoth was a priest who helped rebuild Jerusalem's wall and served in the temple during the time of Ezra and Nehemiah. His name means 'elevations' and he is mentioned in Ezra 10:36.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.36 § Meremoth = "elevations" 1) a priest, son of Uriah of the family of Koz active in rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem and in the 7th course of temple service in the time of Ezra and Nehemiah 2) a priest in the time of Zerubbabel 3) a returning exile of the family of Bani who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Meremoth. See also: Ezra 8:33; Nehemiah 3:21; Nehemiah 12:3.
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.
אוּרִיָּ֛ה
ʼÛwrîyâh
H223
"Uriah"
N-proper
Uriah was a prophet who lived during the time of King Jehoiakim, as mentioned in Jeremiah 26:20-23. His name means 'God is my light' and he was slain for speaking God's word. Several other Israelites shared this name, including a Hittite warrior in David's army.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.8.4 § Uriah or Urijah = "Jehovah (Yahweh) is my light (flame)" a prophet slain by Jehoiakim
Usage: Occurs in 33 OT verses. KJV: Uriah, Urijah. See also: 2 Samuel 11:3; 2 Samuel 12:10; Isaiah 8:2.
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.
הַקּ֖וֹץ
Qôwts
H6976
"Hakkoz"
N-proper
Hakkoz was an Israelite who lived during the time of exile and return, as mentioned in Nehemiah 3:4. His name means 'thorn' and he was the father of Uriah, a priest who returned from exile with Zerubbabel.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Neh.3.4; father of: Uriah (H0223H) § Koz = "thorn" 1) a descendant of Judah 2) a priest who returned from exile with Zerubbabel
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Koz, Hakkoz (including the article). See also: 1 Chronicles 4:8; Nehemiah 3:4; Nehemiah 7:63.
מִדָּ֣ה
middâh
H4060
"`great stature`"
N-fs
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means something that is measured, like height, width, or a portion of something. It can also refer to a garment or tribute, like a tax. It is used to describe Goliath's great stature in 2 Samuel 21:20.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.21.20; son of: Rapha (H7497A); brother of: Goliath (H1555), Ishbi-benob (H3430), Saph (H5593), Lahmi (H3902) § (BDB) tribute
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: garment, measure(-ing, meteyard, piece, size, (great) stature, tribute, wide. See also: Exodus 26:2; Isaiah 45:14; Psalms 39:5.
שֵׁנִ֑ית
shênîy
H8145
"second"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means second or again, like when Moses went up Mount Sinai a second time in Exodus 24:15-18. It can also mean another or something distinct.
Definition: 1) second 1a) second (the ordinal number) 1b) again (a second time) 1c) another, other (something as distinct from something else)
Usage: Occurs in 152 OT verses. KJV: again, either (of them), (an-) other, second (time). See also: Genesis 1:8; 1 Kings 6:1; Isaiah 11:11.
מִ/פֶּ֨תַח֙
pethach
H6607
"entrance"
Prep | N-ms
A pethach is an entrance or doorway, like the gates of Jerusalem or the door to the temple, often symbolizing transition or access to a new place.
Definition: opening, doorway, entrance
Usage: Occurs in 154 OT verses. KJV: door, entering (in), entrance (-ry), gate, opening, place. See also: Genesis 4:7; Judges 9:40; Psalms 24:7.
בֵּ֣ית
bayith
H1004
"place"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
אֶלְיָשִׁ֔יב
ʼElyâshîyb
H475
"Eliashib"
N-proper
Eliashib means God restores, the name of six Israelites, including a priest and a high priest in Nehemiah's time. He is mentioned in Nehemiah 13:4. Eliashib was a common name in biblical times.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Neh.13.4 § Eliashib = "God restores" 1) a priest in David's reign 2) a descendant of David 3) a high priest in Nehemiah's time 4) a temple singer with foreign wife 5) one of the line of Zattu 6) one of the line of Bani
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Eliashib. See also: 1 Chronicles 3:24; Nehemiah 3:20; Nehemiah 13:28.
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.
תַּכְלִ֖ית
taklîyth
H8503
"limit"
N-fs
Means the end or completion of something, like the end of a task or a journey, implying a sense of finality or perfection. It is used in Psalm 119 to describe the completeness of Gods law.
Definition: 1) end, perfection, consummation, completion, completeness 1a) end 1b) completeness
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: end, perfect(-ion). See also: Nehemiah 3:21; Job 26:10; Psalms 139:22.
בֵּ֥ית
bayith
H1004
"place"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
אֶלְיָשִֽׁיב
ʼElyâshîyb
H475
"Eliashib"
N-proper
Eliashib means God restores, the name of six Israelites, including a priest and a high priest in Nehemiah's time. He is mentioned in Nehemiah 13:4. Eliashib was a common name in biblical times.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Neh.13.4 § Eliashib = "God restores" 1) a priest in David's reign 2) a descendant of David 3) a high priest in Nehemiah's time 4) a temple singer with foreign wife 5) one of the line of Zattu 6) one of the line of Bani
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Eliashib. See also: 1 Chronicles 3:24; Nehemiah 3:20; Nehemiah 13:28.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 3:21
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- Context
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- Nehemiah 3:21 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 3:21
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 3:21
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:21
- Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:21
- Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:21
- Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 3:21
- Sermons on Nehemiah 3:21
Context — The Builders of the Walls
19And next to him, Ezer son of Jeshua, ruler of Mizpah, repaired another section opposite the ascent to the armory, near the angle in the wall.
20Next to him, Baruch son of Zabbai diligently repaired another section, from the angle to the doorway of the house of Eliashib the high priest.
21Next to him, Meremoth son of Uriah, the son of Hakkoz, repaired another section, from the doorway of the house of Eliashib to the end of the house.
22And next to him, the priests from the surrounding area made repairs. 23Beyond them, Benjamin and Hasshub made repairs in front of their house, and next to them, Azariah son of Maaseiah, the son of Ananiah, made repairs beside his house.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nehemiah 7:63 | And from among the priests: the descendants of Hobaiah, the descendants of Hakkoz, and the descendants of Barzillai (who had married a daughter of Barzillai the Gileadite and was called by their name). |
| 2 | Ezra 2:61 | And from among the priests: the descendants of Hobaiah, the descendants of Hakkoz, and the descendants of Barzillai (who had married a daughter of Barzillai the Gileadite and was called by their name). |
Nehemiah 3:21 Summary
[Nehemiah 3:21 tells us about a man named Meremoth who helped repair a section of the wall in Jerusalem, working together with others to complete the project. This verse shows us the importance of teamwork and individual contributions, just as we see in other parts of the Bible, such as in Psalm 133:1, where it says 'how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity.' Meremoth's work was part of a bigger plan to restore the city, and we can learn from his example by finding ways to work together with others to achieve our goals and build up our communities. By doing so, we reflect the values of unity, cooperation, and obedience that are central to the story of Nehemiah and the rebuilding of the wall.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Meremoth and what was his role in the repair of the wall?
Meremoth, the son of Uriah and grandson of Hakkoz, was a leader who helped repair a section of the wall in Jerusalem, as recorded in Nehemiah 3:21, demonstrating his commitment to the restoration of the city, much like other leaders in Nehemiah 3:20 and Nehemiah 3:22.
Why is the house of Eliashib the high priest mentioned in this verse?
The house of Eliashib is mentioned because it served as a landmark or reference point for the repair work, as seen in Nehemiah 3:20 and Nehemiah 3:21, highlighting the involvement of various individuals and groups in the restoration process, including the high priest and other priests, as noted in Nehemiah 3:22.
What can we learn from the fact that multiple people worked together to repair the wall?
The collaborative effort in repairing the wall, as described in Nehemiah 3, teaches us about the importance of unity and cooperation in achieving a common goal, as emphasized in Psalm 133:1 and Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, where we see the value of working together for the benefit of the community.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of Nehemiah's mission?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of Nehemiah's mission to rebuild the wall of Jerusalem, as commissioned by God, and it shows how individual contributions, like Meremoth's, were essential to the completion of the project, reflecting the themes of obedience, perseverance, and community found throughout the book of Nehemiah, such as in Nehemiah 1:3 and Nehemiah 2:17-18.
Reflection Questions
- What role am I playing in the 'repair' of my community, and how can I work together with others to achieve a common goal?
- How does my individual contribution, like Meremoth's, fit into the larger story of God's work in my life and in the world?
- What landmarks or reference points in my life can I use to measure my progress and stay focused on my goals, just as the house of Eliashib served as a reference point for the repair work?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my commitment to the restoration and renewal of my community, just as the leaders in Nehemiah 3 demonstrated their commitment to the restoration of Jerusalem?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 3:21
After him repaired Meremoth the son of Uriah, the son of Koz, another piece,.... He had wrought before in another part, Ne 3:4, but having finished that, he sets his hand a second time to the work:
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 3:21
After him Baruch the son of Zabbai earnestly repaired the other piece, from the turning of the wall unto the door of the house of Eliashib the high priest. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:21
Therefore the door was not in the middle of the house, as now they commonly are, but at one end of it.
Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:21
Nehemiah 3:21 After him repaired Meremoth the son of Urijah the son of Koz another piece, from the door of the house of Eliashib even to the end of the house of Eliashib.Ver. 21. Even to the end of the house of Eliashib] A small praise, saith one, if the house were not of some greatness. Eliashib was high priest, and dwelt, like himself, in a fair large house.
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:21
(21) Another piece.—Meremoth added to his other labour the repair of the wall under this house.
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 3:21
21. Urijah the son of Koz] R.V. Uriah the son of Hakkoz.another piece] R.V. another portion. Meremoth was also concerned in the repair of the Northern wall. See on Nehemiah 3:4. even to the end] This description seems to imply that the high-priest’s house was a building of considerable extent, and that it was built upon the city wall. The word rendered ‘end’ (taclξth) seems only to occur in this sense twice elsewhere in the O.T., Job 26:10, ‘confines,’ Job 28:3, ‘end.’ Elsewhere e.g. Psalms 139:22 it is used to denote ‘perfection,’ ‘completeness.’ The words proved a difficulty to the versions, e.g. LXX. ἕωςἐκλείψεως, Vulg. donec extenderetur.
Sermons on Nehemiah 3:21
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(Through the Bible) Ezra by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker talks about a man who had been bragging to the king about the power and greatness of God. As a result, the king gave him a lot of gold and silver, but n |