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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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18th Century
Presbyterian
The constant mention of “priests,” “Levites,” and “Nethinims” sufficiently indicates that the writer is here concerned with the priestly quarter, t…
19th Century
Anglican
The tower which projects from the king’s high house. —Better, the high tower outlying from the king’s palace.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
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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