Translations
Modern
The men of Jericho built next to Eliashib, and Zaccur son of Imri built next to them.
Traditional
And next unto him builded the men of Jericho. And next to them builded Zaccur the son of Imri.
Literal
And next to his hand the men of Jericho built. And next to their hand Zaccur son of Imri built.
Latin
Et juxta eum ædificaverunt viri Jericho: et juxta eum ædificavit Zachur filius Amri.
Original
Hebrew
English
The men of Jericho built next to Eliashib, and Zaccur son of Imri built next to them.
Notes
Eight work groups rebuilt the walls and gates in the city's northern section.
This summary describes the people who rebuilt Jerusalem's walls. It moves in a circle around the city, starting at the northeast corner, then going west, south, east, and north.
Theme notes and profiles
People
Imri: Father of Zaccur, helped rebuild Jerusalem's wall Zaccur: Son of Imri, helped rebuild Jerusalem's wall
Places
Jericho: An ancient city in Canaan, famously conquered by Israel
Glossary
Benjamin, Gate of Book of Ezra Book of Nehemiah Eliashib Imri Jericho Postexilic Period Sheep Gate Zaccur
Topics
Imri: Father of Zaccur Jericho: A City East of Jerusalem and Near the Jordan River: Assist in Repairing the Walls of Jerusalem Zaccur: Son of Imri