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But the Nethinim lived in Ophel: and Ziha and Gishpa were over the Nethinim.
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The Temple Servants' Quarters
Commentators identify the Nethinim as temple servants who lived in Ophel, a fortified hill or tower strategically located near the temple. While this list may consider them just outside the city proper, their location underscores their essential role and dedication to the temple's functions.
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Nehemiah
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Ophel, the southern spur of the temple hill, having a wall of its own (Nehemiah 3:27), might be reckoned either in Jerusalem or outside…
19th Century
Anglican
Ophel. —The Nethinims on the promontory of Ophel were either inside or outside the city, depending on whether the one wall or the …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
But the Nethinims dwelt in Ophel An high place or tower on the wall of Jerusalem, see (2 Chronicles 27:3…
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