Nehemiah 11:3
The Scripture
(3) Now these are the chief of the province that dwelt in Jerusalem: but in the cities of Judah dwelt every one in his possession in their cities, to wit, Israel, the priests, and the Levites, and the Nethinims, and the children of Solomon's servants.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
Nehemiah records the census of the people of Judah after the exile, noting how many remained and how many had gone to other lands. The chapter lists the groups that stayed, such as the priests, Levites, and those who had not left, and warns of the consequences of idolatry. It also shows the importance of faithful obedience and repentance for God's covenant.
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Nehemiah 7:6Ezra 2:1Nehemiah 7:73I Chronicles 9:1I Chronicles 9:2I Chronicles 9:3Ezra 2:70Ezra 2:43Ezra 2:55Nehemiah 7:57Nehemiah 7:58Nehemiah 7:59
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