After him the Tekoites repaired another portion, over against the great tower that stands out, and to the wall of Ophel.
Parallel translations
- KJV After them the Tekoites repaired another piece, over against the great tower that lieth out, even unto the wall of Ophel.
- BSB And next to them, the Tekoites repaired another section, from a point opposite the great tower that juts out to the wall of Ophel.
- NKJV After them the Tekoites repaired another section, next to the great projecting tower, and as far as the wall of Ophel.
- NASB After them the Tekoites repaired another section in front of the great projecting tower and as far as the wall of Ophel.
- NLT Then came the people of Tekoa, who repaired another section across from the great projecting tower and over to the wall of Ophel.
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Quick answer
The Tekoites repair another section by the great projecting tower and the wall of Ophel. The Tekoite commoners again build beyond their first portion.
Overview
The men of Tekoa take up a second stretch near a prominent tower, their faithful zeal contrasting once more with their nobles who refused to help. Their double contribution highlights the dedication of ordinary people. The repeated mention reinforces that willing labor, not rank, marks true service to God.
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- Neh 3:5Next to them, the Tekoites made repairs; but their nobles didn’t put their necks to the Lord’s work.
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