Man living at the time of Exile and Return
Jedaiah made repairs to a section of Jerusalem's wall near his house during Nehemiah's rebuilding project.
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Jedaiah is mentioned in Neh.3.10 as one of the individuals who participated in the rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall under Nehemiah's leadership. He is described as making repairs to a section of the wall next to his house. The fact that Jedaiah worked on the wall near his own residence suggests that he had a personal stake in the security and restoration of Jerusalem. Nehemiah 3 records the various individuals and groups who contributed to the rebuilding effort, highlighting the unity and dedication of the Jewish people in restoring their city after returning from Babylonian exile.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H3042
next to him, Jedaiah son of Harumaph made repairs across from his house; and next to him, Hattush son of Hashabneiah made repairs.
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