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Nehemiah 11:14-18 Good News Bible (GNB)

14. There were 128 members of this clan who were outstanding soldiers. Their leader was Zabdiel, a member of a leading family.Shemaiah, the son of Hasshub and grandson of Azrikam. His ancestors included Hashabiah and Bunni.

16. Shabbethai and Jozabad, prominent Levites in charge of the work outside the Temple.

17. Mattaniah, the son of Mica and grandson of Zabdi, a descendant of Asaph. He led the temple choir in singing the prayer of thanksgiving.Bakbukiah, who was Mattaniah's assistant.Abda, the son of Shammua and grandson of Galal, a descendant of Jeduthun.

18. In all, 284 Levites lived in the holy city of Jerusalem.Akkub, Talmon, and their relatives, 172 in all.