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Hanun, the sixth son of Zalaph, repaired another section of Jerusalem's wall during Nehemiah's rebuilding project.
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Hanun is mentioned in Neh.3.30 as one of the individuals who repaired a section of Jerusalem's wall during the rebuilding project led by Nehemiah. He is identified as the sixth son of Zalaph, distinguishing him from the Hanun mentioned in Neh.3.13, who repaired the Valley Gate. Hanun, along with Hananiah, the son of Shelemiah, repaired another section of the wall. The specific location of their repair work is not mentioned, but it is clear that they were part of the collective effort to restore Jerusalem's defenses. The mention of Hanun in this context highlights the participation of individuals and families in the rebuilding process, each taking responsibility for a portion of the work. It also demonstrates the importance of unity and cooperation in achieving a common goal.
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HA'NUN (gracious). A king of Ammon who is known for the indignities he showed to the messengers sent to him by David to comfort him at the death of his father, 2 Sam 10:1-6. A man of Jerusalem. Neh 3:13. Another repairer of the wall. Neh 3:30.
HA'NUN (gracious). A king of Ammon who is known for the indignities he showed to the messengers sent to him by David to comfort him at the death of his father, 2 Sam 10:1-6. A man of Jerusalem. Neh 3:13. Another repairer of the wall. Neh 3:30.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H2586
Next to him, Hananiah son of Shelemiah, as well as Hanun the sixth son of Zalaph, repaired another section. Next to them, Meshullam son of Berechiah made repairs opposite his own quarters.
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