Nehemiah 13:13

And I made treasurers ouer the treasuries, Shelemiah the priest, and Zadok the scribe, and of the Leuites, Pedaiah: and next to them was Hanan the sonne of Zaccur, the sonne of Mattaniah: for they were counted faithfull, and their office was to distribute vnto their brethren. Nehemiah 13:13 (KJV)

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Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah: for they were counted faithful, and their office

was to distribute unto their brethren. Nehemiah 13:13 (KJV)

Nehemiah was a prominent figure in the Old Testament who played a crucial role in the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem after the Israelites’ return from exile. He served as the governor of Jerusalem and was committed to reestablishing proper worship and adherence to God’s law among the people.

In Nehemian 13 we find Nehemiah returning to Jerusalem after a brief absence and discovering that the people had fallen into various forms of disobedience. He took immediate action to rectify the situation and restore the sanctity of the temple and the observance of the Sabbath.

In verse 13 Nehemiah appoints treasurers over the treasuries. The individuals mentioned are Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, Pedaiah of the Levites, and Hanan, son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah. These men were counted faithful, and their office was to distribute unto their brethren.

Their primary responsibility was to distribute the resources from the treasuries to their fellow countrymen, ensuring that the Levites and the singers received a yearly portion for their service and supporting the maintenance of the temple and the work of those who ministered there. This distribution was intended to be fair, honest, and in accordance with God’s instructions.

Nehemiah’s decision to appoint individuals known for their faithfulness underscores the importance of integrity and trustworthiness in handling financial matters. The appointed treasurers were expected to carry out their duties responsibly, ensuring that the resources were distributed fairly and that the spiritual and material needs of the community were met.