Nehemiah 12:47

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All Israel in the days of Zerubbabel, and in the days of Nehemiah, gave the portions of the singers and the porters, as every day required: and they set apart [that which was] for the Levites; and the Levites set apart [that which was] for the sons of Aaron.

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The Babylonian and Persian EmpiresThe Babylonian and Persian empires that carried Judah into exile and later allowed the return.

Historical maps are public-domain atlas plates, digitized by Wikimedia Commons.

The gates, towers, and walls are landmarks of Jerusalem’s restored defenses, while Geba and Azmaveth were nearby Judean

Places in this passage

Nehemiah 12:47 mentions Azmaveth, Broad Wall, City of David, Dung Gate, Ephraim Gate, Fish Gate, Fountain Gate, Gate of the Guard, Gate of Yeshanah, Geba, Jerusalem, Sheep Gate, Tower of Hananel, Tower of the Hundred, Tower of the Ovens and Water Gate.

Photo of Broad Wall — Broad Wall · Ian Scott

Photo of City of David — City of David · Avraham Graicer