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Palal the son of Uzai [repaired] over against the turning [of the wall], and the tower that stands out from the upper house of the king, which is by the court of the guard. After him Pedaiah the son of Parosh [repaired].

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Securing Strategic Locations

Commentators explain that this section of the wall was not just a random stretch. The repairs by Palal and Pedaiah secured a critical area that included a prominent watchtower and the king's old palace, complete with its prison court. This highlights the organized and strategic nature of the rebuilding effort, focusing on protecting the city's most vital points.

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Nehemiah

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Nehemiah 3:17–30

18th Century

Theologian

The constant mention of “priests,” “Levites,” and “Nethinims” sufficiently indicates that the writer is here concerned with the priestly quarter, t…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Nehemiah 3:25

19th Century

Bishop

The tower which projects from the king’s high house. —Better, the high tower outlying from the king’s palace.

John Gill

John Gill

On Nehemiah 3:25

17th Century

Pastor

Palal the son of Uzai, over against the turning of the wall , &c.] Who dwelt there, and so repaired what was right agains…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Nehemiah 3:1–32

17th Century

Minister

The work was divided so that everyone might know what they had to do and attend to it, with a desire to excel, yet without contention or separate i…