Nehemiah 3:28 asv — Above the horse gate repaired the priests, every one over against his own house.

American Standard Version

"Above the horse gate repaired the priests, every one over against his own house. "

— Nehemiah 3:28, American Standard Version

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Nehemiah 3 — Context

25

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

26

(Now the Nethinim dwelt in Ophel, unto the place over against the water gate toward the east, and the tower that standeth out.)

27

After him the Tekoites repaired another portion, over against the great tower that standeth out, and unto the wall of Ophel.

28

Above the horse gate repaired the priests, every one over against his own house.

29

After them repaired Zadok the son of Immer over against his own house. And after him repaired Shemaiah the son of Shecaniah, the keeper of the east gate.

30

After him repaired Hananiah the son of Shelemiah, and Hanun the sixth son of Zalaph, another portion. After him repaired Meshullam the son of Berechiah over against his chamber.

31

After him repaired Malchijah one of the goldsmiths unto the house of the Nethinim, and of the merchants, over against the gate of Hammiphkad, and to the ascent of the corner.

Nehemiah 3:28 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Nehemiah 3:28 say?
Nehemiah 3:28 in the American Standard Version reads: “Above the horse gate repaired the priests, every one over against his own house. ”
Where is Nehemiah 3:28 in the Bible?
Nehemiah 3:28 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Nehemiah, chapter 3, verse 28.
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 3:28.
What translation should I read Nehemiah 3:28 in?
Nehemiah 3:28 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 3:28?
Nehemiah 3:28 reads (ASV): “Above the horse gate repaired the priests, every one over against his own house. ” 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.
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