Nehemiah 11:7

Authorized King James Version

And these are the sons of Benjamin; Sallu the son of Meshullam, the son of Joed, the son of Pedaiah, the son of Kolaiah, the son of Maaseiah, the son of Ithiel, the son of Jesaiah.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְאֵ֖לֶּה

H428

these or those

בֶּן

H1121

And these are the sons

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

בִנְיָמִ֑ן

H1144

of Benjamin

binjamin, youngest son of jacob; also the tribe descended from him, and its territory

סַלֻּ֡א

H5543

Sallu

sallu or sallai, the name of two israelites

בֶּן

H1121

And these are the sons

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

מְשֻׁלָּ֡ם

H4918

of Meshullam

meshullam, the name of seventeen israelites

בֶּן

H1121

And these are the sons

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

יוֹעֵ֡ד

H3133

of Joed

joed, an israelite

בֶּן

H1121

And these are the sons

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

#10

פְּדָיָה֩

H6305

of Pedaiah

pedajah, the name of six israelites

#11

בֶּן

H1121

And these are the sons

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

#12

ק֨וֹלָיָ֧ה

H6964

of Kolaiah

kolajah, the name of two israelites

#13

בֶּן

H1121

And these are the sons

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

#14

מַֽעֲשֵׂיָ֛ה

H4641

of Maaseiah

maasejah, the name of sixteen israelites

#15

בֶּן

H1121

And these are the sons

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

#16

אִֽיתִיאֵ֖ל

H384

of Ithiel

ithiel, the name of an israelite, also of a symbolical person

#17

בֶּן

H1121

And these are the sons

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

#18

יְשַֽׁעְיָֽה׃

H3470

of Jesaiah

jeshajah, the name of seven israelites

Analysis

Within the broader context of Nehemiah, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Nehemiah.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?