Nehemiah 3:32
Nehemiah 3:32 in Multiple Translations
And between the upper room above the corner and the Sheep Gate, the goldsmiths and merchants made repairs.
And between the going up of the corner unto the sheep gate repaired the goldsmiths and the merchants.
And between the ascent of the corner and the sheep gate repaired the goldsmiths and the merchants.
And between the way up to the angle and the sheep door, the gold-workers and the traders made good the wall.
The goldsmiths and merchants made repairs between the room above the corner and the Sheep Gate.
And betweene the chamber of the corner vnto the sheepegate fortified the goldesmithes and the marchantes.
And between the ascent of the corner and the sheep-gate, have the refiners and the merchants strengthened.
Between the ascent of the corner and the sheep gate, the goldsmiths and the merchants made repairs.
And between the ascent of the corner to the sheep-gate repaired the goldsmiths and the merchants.
Other men who made things from gold, along with merchants, repaired the last section of the wall, as far as the Sheep Gate.
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Nehemiah 3:32 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/בֵ֨ין
עֲלִיַּ֤ת
הַ/פִּנָּה֙
לְ/שַׁ֣עַר
הַ/צֹּ֔אן
הֶחֱזִ֥יקוּ
הַ/צֹּרְפִ֖ים
וְ/הָ/רֹכְלִֽים
וּ/בֵ֨ין
bêyn
H996
between
Conj | Prep
עֲלִיַּ֤ת
ʻălîyâh
H5944
upper room
N-fs
הַ/פִּנָּה֙
pinnâh
H6438
corner
Art | N-fs
לְ/שַׁ֣עַר
shaʻar
H8179
gate
Prep | N-ms
הַ/צֹּ֔אן
tsôʼn
H6629
Sheep (Gate)
Art | N-cs
הֶחֱזִ֥יקוּ
châzaq
H2388
to strengthen
V-Hiphil-Perf-3cp
הַ/צֹּרְפִ֖ים
tsâraph
H6884
to refine
Art | V-Qal
וְ/הָ/רֹכְלִֽים
râkal
H7402
to trade
Conj | Art | V-Qal
Hebrew Word Study
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 3:32
וּ/בֵ֨ין
bêyn
H996
"between"
Conj | Prep
Between is the meaning of this preposition, used to show a location or a choice, like either or, as seen in Exodus where it describes the space between two objects.
Definition: : between between, among, in the midst of (with other preps), from between
Usage: Occurs in 248 OT verses. KJV: among, asunder, at, between (-twixt...and), [phrase] from (the widest), [idiom] in, out of, whether (it be...or), within. See also: Genesis 1:4; Joshua 24:7; Psalms 68:14.
עֲלִיַּ֤ת
ʻălîyâh
H5944
"upper room"
N-fs
This word refers to an upper room or a lofty place, like a stairway or a roof chamber. In 2 Kings 4:10, it describes a special room built for the prophet Elisha, showing hospitality to him. It can also symbolize a place of spiritual elevation.
Definition: roof-room, roof chamber
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: ascent, (upper) chamber, going up, loft, parlour. See also: Judges 3:20; 2 Kings 23:12; Psalms 104:3.
הַ/פִּנָּה֙
pinnâh
H6438
"corner"
Art | N-fs
This word refers to a corner or an angle, like a pinnacle or a chief ruler. It's used in descriptions of buildings, cities, and leaders in the Bible, like in Exodus and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) corner 1a) corner (of square objects) 1b) corner (of ruler or chief-fig.) Also means: pen (פֵּן "Corner" H6434)
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: bulwark, chief, corner, stay, tower. See also: Exodus 27:2; Psalms 118:22; Proverbs 7:8.
לְ/שַׁ֣עַר
shaʻar
H8179
"gate"
Prep | 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.
הַ/צֹּ֔אן
tsôʼn
H6629
"Sheep (Gate)"
Art | N-cs
This word refers to a flock of sheep or goats, and is sometimes used to describe people in a figurative sense. It is also associated with the Sheep Gate in Jerusalem, a significant location in biblical times.
Definition: This name means sheep and goats Also named: probatikos (προβατικός "Sheep Gate" G4262)
Usage: Occurs in 247 OT verses. KJV: (small) cattle, flock ([phrase] -s), lamb ([phrase] -s), sheep(-cote, -fold, -shearer, -herds). See also: Genesis 4:2; Deuteronomy 28:31; Psalms 44:12.
הֶחֱזִ֥יקוּ
châzaq
H2388
"to strengthen"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3cp
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.
הַ/צֹּרְפִ֖ים
tsâraph
H6884
"to refine"
Art | V-Qal
To refine means to purify something, like metal, by removing impurities. In the Bible, God refines his people like silver, testing and purifying them through trials. This process makes them stronger and more faithful.
Definition: 1) to smelt, refine, test 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to smelt, refine 1a2) to test 1a3) to test (and prove true) 1a4) smelter, refiner, goldsmith (participle) 1b) (Niphal) to be refined 1c) (Piel) to be a refiner 1c1) refiner (participle)
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: cast, (re-) fine(-er), founder, goldsmith, melt, pure, purge away, try. See also: Judges 7:4; Isaiah 1:25; Psalms 12:7.
וְ/הָ/רֹכְלִֽים
râkal
H7402
"to trade"
Conj | Art | V-Qal
To trade means to travel for business, exchanging goods or services. In the Bible, it describes a merchant or trader who goes about selling spices or other commodities. The KJV translates it as merchant.
Definition: 1) to go about (meaning uncertain) 1a) (Qal) trafficker, trader (participle) (subst)
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: (spice) merchant. See also: 1 Kings 10:15; Ezekiel 27:13; Nahum 3:16.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 3:32
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- Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 3:32
- Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:32
- Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:32
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:32
- Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 3:32
- Whedon's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:32
- Sermons on Nehemiah 3:32
Context — The Builders of the Walls
30Next to him, Hananiah son of Shelemiah, as well as Hanun the sixth son of Zalaph, repaired another section. Next to them, Meshullam son of Berechiah made repairs opposite his own quarters.
31Next to him, Malchijah, one of the goldsmiths, made repairs as far as the house of the temple servants and the merchants, opposite the Inspection Gate, and as far as the upper room above the corner.
32And between the upper room above the corner and the Sheep Gate, the goldsmiths and merchants made repairs.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Nehemiah 3:1 | At the Sheep Gate, Eliashib the high priest and his fellow priests began rebuilding. They dedicated it and installed its doors. After building as far as the Tower of the Hundred and the Tower of Hananel, they dedicated the wall. |
| 2 | John 5:2 | Now there is in Jerusalem near the Sheep Gate a pool with five covered colonnades, which in Hebrew is called Bethesda. |
| 3 | Nehemiah 12:39 | over the Gate of Ephraim, the Jeshanah Gate, the Fish Gate, the Tower of Hananel, and the Tower of the Hundred, as far as the Sheep Gate. And they stopped at the Gate of the Guard. |
| 4 | Nehemiah 3:31 | Next to him, Malchijah, one of the goldsmiths, made repairs as far as the house of the temple servants and the merchants, opposite the Inspection Gate, and as far as the upper room above the corner. |
| 5 | Nehemiah 3:8 | Next to them, Uzziel son of Harhaiah, one of the goldsmiths, made repairs, and next to him, Hananiah son of the perfumer made repairs. They fortified Jerusalem as far as the Broad Wall. |
Nehemiah 3:32 Summary
In Nehemiah 3:32, we see goldsmiths and merchants working together to repair the wall of Jerusalem. This shows us the importance of unity and cooperation, as different people use their skills and talents to achieve a common goal. Just like the people in this verse, we can use our own skills and talents to serve others and build up the community of believers, as encouraged in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 and Ephesians 4:16. By working together and using our gifts, we can make a positive impact and bring glory to God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of work were the goldsmiths and merchants doing in Nehemiah 3:32?
The goldsmiths and merchants were making repairs to the wall of Jerusalem, as part of a larger effort led by Nehemiah to restore the city, as seen in Nehemiah 2:17-18 and Nehemiah 4:6.
Why is the location between the upper room above the corner and the Sheep Gate significant?
This location is significant because it is near the temple and other important areas of the city, highlighting the importance of the repairs and the involvement of various tradespeople, as mentioned in Nehemiah 3:1 and Nehemiah 3:31.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of Nehemiah's rebuilding project?
This verse shows how different groups of people, including goldsmiths and merchants, were working together to achieve a common goal, demonstrating unity and cooperation, as encouraged in Ephesians 4:16 and Psalm 133:1.
What can we learn from the example of the goldsmiths and merchants in this verse?
We can learn the importance of working together and using our skills and talents to serve others and achieve a common goal, as taught in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 and Colossians 3:23-24.
Reflection Questions
- What skills or talents has God given me that I can use to serve others and build up the community of believers?
- How can I work together with others to achieve a common goal, even if we have different backgrounds or areas of expertise?
- What are some ways I can demonstrate unity and cooperation with fellow believers, as seen in this verse and elsewhere in Scripture?
- How can I apply the principles of Nehemiah 3:32 to my own life and community, by using my skills and talents to make a positive impact?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 3:32
And between the going up of the corner unto the sheep gate,.... Where the building first began and where it now ended: repaired the goldsmiths and the merchants; or druggists; which was done at their
Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:32
Nehemiah 3:32 And between the going up of the corner unto the sheep gate repaired the goldsmiths and the merchants.Ver. 32. Unto the sheep gate] Here they began and here they end, having repaired round, and thereby obtained a good report, being here registered and renowned. Those that have a hand in building the spiritual Jerusalem shall be surely crowned and chronicled. Their names shall be written in the book of life, where no devil can scrape them out. Up, therefore, and be doing worthily in Ephratah, that ye may be famous in Bethlehem, Rth 4:11. "To them who by patient continuance in well doing seek for glory and honour and immortality, shall be eternal life," Romans 2:7.
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:32
(32) Unto the sheep gate.—It appears that the “goldsmiths and the merchants” undertook the small space necessary to complete the circuit.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:32
Verse 32. The goldsmiths and the merchants.] The word הצרפים hatstsorephim may signify smiths, or persons who worked in metals of any kind; but it is generally understood to mean those who worked in gold. I have already observed, that the mention of merchants and goldsmiths shows that these persons were formed into bodies corporate in those ancient times. But these terms are differently rendered in the versions. The Vulgate is the same as ours, which probably our translators copied: aurifices et negociatores. The Syriac is, goldsmiths and druggists. The Arabic, smelters of metal and porters. The Septuagint, in some copies, particularly in the Roman edition, and in the Complutensian, Antwerp, and Paris Polyglots, have οἱχαλκειςκαιοἱμεταβολι, smiths and merchants; but in other copies, particularly the London Polyglot, for μεταβολοι we find ρωποπωλαι seller of shields. And here the learned reader will find a double mistake in the London Polyglot, ῥοποπωλαι for ῥωποπωλαι, and in the Latin version scruta for scuta, neither of which conveys any sense.
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 3:32
32. the going up, &c.] see Nehemiah 3:31. unto the sheep gate] R.V. and the sheep gate. This was the starting place of the description (Nehemiah 3:1). the goldsmiths] see Nehemiah 3:8-31. the merchants] see Nehemiah 3:31. The proximity of their work of restoration suggests that both goldsmiths and merchants represented communities largely and closely interested in the transactions connected with Temple offerings. For, apart from the supply and repair of vessels, furniture, and dress, required for the daily ministration, the dedication of precious things would create a constant traffic close to the Temple. The merchants would establish themselves at the main approaches to the Temple and expose their wares to the throngs of worshippers and sacrificers who collected about this spot.
Whedon's Commentary on Nehemiah 3:32
32. The corner unto the sheep gate — That is, from the southeast corner of the outer wall northward to the point whence the writer’s description started. Nehemiah 3:1.
Sermons on Nehemiah 3:32
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Knowledge of the Father by Robert B. Thompson | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of completing the work that God has given us to do. He emphasizes that many people go through life without a sense of purpose or d |
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The Message of the Gates by Paris Reidhead | Paris Reidhead preaches about the importance of rebuilding the gates of Jerusalem as a symbol of restoring the testimony of Christendom. He emphasizes the significance of passing t |
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Through the Bible - John - Part 1 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a burden to save people rather than just distributing tracks. He uses the example of Jesus and his disciples being h |
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John 5:1-9. the Miracle at the Pool of Bethesda. by Favell Lee Mortimer | Favell Lee Mortimer preaches on the story of the pool of Bethesda, drawing parallels between the physical healing at the pool and the spiritual healing found in Jesus Christ. The p |
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More Archaeological Evidence by F.F Bruce | F.F. Bruce discusses the archaeological evidence supporting the New Testament, highlighting the importance of inscriptions and papyri in confirming historical events and locations |
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John 4:54-5:3 by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches on the second miracle of Jesus in Galilee, emphasizing the importance of not overlooking any detail in the Scriptures as they are all inspired by the Holy |