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What does Nehemiah 7:45 mean?

The gatekeepers: descendants of Shallum, Ater, Talmon, Akkub, Hatita, and Shobai—one hundred thirty-eight of them returned. Nehemiah 7:45 - Modern Text Bible

(Gatekeepers kept the temple secure and orderly. Their inclusion shows every role in the temple was valued.)