John Gill Commentary Nehemiah 11:9

John Gill Commentary

Nehemiah 11:9

1697–1771
Reformed Baptist
John Gill
John Gill

John Gill Commentary

Nehemiah 11:9

1697–1771
Reformed Baptist
SCRIPTURE

"And Joel the son of Zichri was their overseer; and Judah the son of Hassenuah was second over the city." — Nehemiah 11:9 (ASV)

And Joel the son of Zichri was their overseer
Or chief governor of the city:

and Judah the son of Senuah was second over the city ;
or the deputy governor of it; so Pitholaus is called an under governor in Jerusalem by Josephus F12


FOOTNOTES:

  • F12: Antiqu. l. 14. c. 6. sect. 1.