Man living at the time of Exile and Return
Col-hozeh was the father of Shallum (or 'Shallun'), who repaired the Fountain Gate.
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Also known as Kol-Hozeh
Col-hozeh is mentioned in Neh.3.15 as the father of Shallum (or 'Shallun'), who was responsible for repairing the Fountain Gate during the rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall. Shallum, the son of Col-hozeh, is described as the leader of the district of Mizpah. This suggests that Col-hozeh's family held a prominent position in the region.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H3626
The Fountain Gate was repaired by Shallun son of Col-hozeh, ruler of the district of Mizpah. He rebuilt it, roofed it, and installed its doors, bolts, and bars. He also repaired the wall of the Pool of Shelah near the kingʼs garden, as far as the stairs that descend from the City of David.
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