Translations
Modern
So I stationed men behind the lowest sections of the wall, at the vulnerable areas. I stationed them by families with their swords, spears, and bows.
Traditional
Therefore set I in the lower places behind the wall, and on the higher places, I even set the people after their families with their swords, their spears, and their bows.
Literal
And I appointed at the lowest of the places at the back of the wall, at the openings, I even appointed the people by their families with their swords, their spears, and their bows.
Latin
…statui in loco post murum per circuitum populum in ordinem cum gladiis suis, et lanceis, et arcubus.
Original
Hebrew
English
So I stationed men behind the lowest sections of the wall, at the vulnerable areas. I stationed them by families with their swords, spears, and bows.
Notes
Nehemiah responded by placing armed guards at the weakest parts of the wall. He ensured that opponents outside could see the forces ready to defend the city.
Theme notes and profiles
Nehemiah Samaritans Dealing with Conflict Jerusalem Rebuilding of Jerusalem
Glossary
Topics
Archery: Practiced by the Israelites Defending your Family Modern Samaria: Inhabitants of Opposed the Jews After Their Return from Captivity Prudence: Nehemiah Prudence: Nehemiah, in Conduct of Affairs at Jerusalem Spear: The Israelites: Frequently Used