Nehemiah 10:13 (KJV)

What does Nehemiah 10:13 mean?

Nehemiah 10:13 lists three individuals—Hodijah, Bani, and Beninu—who were among the signers of the covenant described in this chapter. This verse is part of a longer list naming those who publicly committed themselves to follow God’s law after the return from exile.

The book of Nehemiah records how the Jewish community, led by Nehemiah, renewed their dedication to God after rebuilding Jerusalem’s walls. In this section, various leaders and representatives are named as signatories to a formal agreement, showing their willingness to be held accountable for keeping God’s commands. Nehemiah 10:13 simply records three of these signers, highlighting the communal and representative nature of this commitment.