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Nehemiah 11:35 — Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Nehemiah 11:35 say?
Nehemiah 11:35 in the NASB reads: “Lod and Ono, the valley of craftsmen.”
Where is Nehemiah 11:35 in the Bible?
Nehemiah 11:35 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Nehemiah, chapter 11, verse 35.
Who wrote Nehemiah?
Nehemiah is traditionally attributed to Nehemiah (largely from his memoirs). It was written c. 445–425 BC.
What is the book of Nehemiah about?
Nehemiah, cupbearer to the Persian king Artaxerxes, leads the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls against fierce opposition. The book combines stirring leadership with covenant renewal, ending with reform of priesthood, sabbath, and intermarriage.
What are the major themes of Nehemiah?
Nehemiah explores themes including Leadership, Prayer, Rebuilding, Opposition, Covenant Renewal. These themes shape the meaning and context of Nehemiah 11:35.
What translation should I read Nehemiah 11:35 in?
Nehemiah 11:35 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Nehemiah 11:35?
Nehemiah 11:35 reads (NASB): “Lod and Ono, the valley of craftsmen.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.