Nehemiah 11:21

But the Nethinims dwelt in Ophel: and Ziha and Gispa were over the Nethinims.

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Interpretation

This verse continues the thought already in view and fits the wider themes of restoration and leadership in Nehemiah.

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This thought runs through Nehemiah 11:20-21.

Nehemiah 11:20 Nehemiah 11:21

Ophel Place: Biblical hill. Modern identification: Ophel.
Ziha Person: Drought. (1. ) The name of a family of Nethinim ( Ezra 2:43 ; Neh. 7:46 ). (2. ) A ruler among the Nethinim ( Neh. 11:21 ).