Ezra 10:24
Ezra 10:24 in Multiple Translations
From the singers: Eliashib. From the gatekeepers: Shallum, Telem, and Uri.
Of the singers also; Eliashib: and of the porters; Shallum, and Telem, and Uri.
And of the singers: Eliashib. And of the porters: Shallum, and Telem, and Uri.
And of the music-makers, Eliashib; and of the door-keepers, Shallum and Telem and Uri.
Among the singers: Eliashib. Among the gatekeepers: Shallum, Telem, and Uri.
And of the singers, Eliashib. And of the porters, Shallum, and Telem, and Vri.
And of the singers: Eliashib. And of the gatekeepers: Shallum, and Telem, and Uri.
Of the singers: Eliashib. Of the gatekeepers: Shallum, Telem, and Uri.
Of the singers also; Eliashib: and of the porters; Shallum, and Telem, and Uri.
And of the singing men, Elisiab: and of the porters, Sellum, and Telem, and Uri.
There was Eliashib the musician. From the temple guards there were Shallum, Telem, and Uri.
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Ezra 10:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/מִן
הַ/מְשֹׁרְרִ֖ים
אֶלְיָשִׁ֑יב
וּ/מִן
הַ/שֹּׁ֣עֲרִ֔ים
שַׁלֻּ֥ם
וָ/טֶ֖לֶם
וְ/אוּרִֽי
וּ/מִן
min
H4480
from
Conj | Prep
הַ/מְשֹׁרְרִ֖ים
shîyr
H7891
to sing
Art | V-o
אֶלְיָשִׁ֑יב
ʼElyâshîyb
H475
Eliashib
N-proper
וּ/מִן
min
H4480
from
Conj | Prep
הַ/שֹּׁ֣עֲרִ֔ים
shôwʻêr
H7778
gatekeeper
Art | N-mp
שַׁלֻּ֥ם
Shallûwm
H7967
Shallum
N-proper
וָ/טֶ֖לֶם
Ṭelem
H2928
Telem
Conj | N-proper
וְ/אוּרִֽי
ʼÛwrîy
H221
Uri
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 10:24
וּ/מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
הַ/מְשֹׁרְרִ֖ים
shîyr
H7891
"to sing"
Art | V-o
This Hebrew word means to sing, and it is used in the Bible to describe the act of singing, like when the Israelites sang after crossing the Red Sea in Exodus 15. It can also refer to a singer or songstress. The Bible often mentions singing as a way to praise God.
Definition: 1) to sing 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to sing 1a2) singer, songstresses (participle) 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to sing 1b2) singer, songstress (participle) 1c) (Hophal) to be sung
Usage: Occurs in 79 OT verses. KJV: behold (by mistake for H7789 (שׁוּר)), sing(-er, -ing man, -ing woman). See also: Exodus 15:1; Nehemiah 12:45; Psalms 7:1.
אֶלְיָשִׁ֑יב
ʼElyâshîyb
H475
"Eliashib"
N-proper
Eliashib means God restores, the name of six Israelites, including a priest and a high priest in Nehemiah's time. He is mentioned in Nehemiah 13:4. Eliashib was a common name in biblical times.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Neh.13.4 § Eliashib = "God restores" 1) a priest in David's reign 2) a descendant of David 3) a high priest in Nehemiah's time 4) a temple singer with foreign wife 5) one of the line of Zattu 6) one of the line of Bani
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Eliashib. See also: 1 Chronicles 3:24; Nehemiah 3:20; Nehemiah 13:28.
וּ/מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
הַ/שֹּׁ֣עֲרִ֔ים
shôwʻêr
H7778
"gatekeeper"
Art | N-mp
A gatekeeper or porter was a person responsible for guarding and maintaining a gate or door. This word is used to describe someone who controls access to a building or area. In the Bible, it is translated as doorkeeper or porter.
Definition: gatekeeper, porter
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: doorkeeper, porter. See also: 2 Samuel 18:26; 2 Chronicles 23:4; Nehemiah 13:5.
שַׁלֻּ֥ם
Shallûwm
H7967
"Shallum"
N-proper
Shallum is a personal name in the Bible, referring to several Israelites, including a king of Judah who lived during the Divided Monarchy period, and is mentioned in 2 Kings 24:6, as the son of Jehoiakim and father of Zedekiah.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.24.6; son of: Jehoiakim (H3079) and Nehushta (H5179); father of: Zedekiah (H6667I)(?) and Shealtiel (H7597A); also called Jeconiah at 1Ch.3.16,17; 2x27.20; 28.4; 29.2; Coniah at Jer.22.24,28; 37.1; Shallum at Jer.22.11; Jechoniah (KJV: Jechonias; NIV: Jeconiah) inMat.1.11; 1x Another name of ye.ho.ya.khin (יְהוֹיָכִין "Jehoiachin" H3078) § Shallum = "retribution" 1) son of Jabesh, conspirator and slayer of king Zachariah of the northern kingdom of Israel ending the dynasty of Jehu; assumed the throne and became the 15th king of the northern kingdom; reigned for one month and was killed by Menahem 2) the 3rd son of king Josiah of Judah and subsequent king of Judah; reigned for 3 months before he was taken captive to Egypt where he was placed in chains and later died 2a) also 'Jehoahaz' 3) husband of Huldah the prophetess in the reign of king Josiah of Judah. Maybe the same as 4 4) uncle of Jeremiah the prophet. Maybe the same as 3 5) a Simeonite, son of Shaul and grandson of Simeon 6) a Judaite, son of Sisamai and father of Jekamiah in the family of Jerahmeel 7) an Ephraimite, father of Jehizkiah 8) a son of Naphtali 9) a Korahite Levite, chief of a family of gatekeepers for the east gate of the temple 9a) maybe same as 13 10) son of Halohesh and ruler of a district of Jerusalem; also repairer of the wall of Jerusalem in the time of Nehemiah 11) a priest, of the family of Eleazar, son of Zadok and father of Hilkiah in the family line of Ezra 12) a Korahite Levite, son of Kore, father of Maaseiah, and in charge of the work of the service. Maybe same as 9 13) a Levite gatekeeper who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 14) a Levite and descendant of Bani who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: Shallum. See also: 2 Kings 15:10; 1 Chronicles 9:19; Jeremiah 22:11.
וָ/טֶ֖לֶם
Ṭelem
H2928
"Telem"
Conj | N-proper
Telem was a man who lived during the time of the Exile and Return, and his name means oppression. He is mentioned in the book of Ezra as a gatekeeper. Telem also refers to a city in the south of Judah.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.24 § Telem = "oppression" 1) a gatekeeper among the returning exiles in the time of Ezra 2) one of the cities in the extreme south of Judah in the Negeb
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Telem. See also: Joshua 15:24; Ezra 10:24.
וְ/אוּרִֽי
ʼÛwrîy
H221
"Uri"
Conj | N-proper
Uri was a common name in ancient Israel, meaning fiery, and was given to several notable Israelites, including a prince of Judah and a gatekeeper during the time of Ezra, as recorded in Ezra 10:24 and 1 Chronicles 4:19.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.24 § Uri = "fiery" 1) a prince of Judah, a son of Hur who was used by God to prepare the tabernacle 2) an officer (or the father of an officer) of Solomon in Gilead 3) a porter or gatekeeper in time of Ezra who took a foreign woman as wife
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Uri. See also: Exodus 31:2; 1 Kings 4:19; Ezra 10:24.
Study Notes — Ezra 10:24
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Context — Those Guilty of Intermarriage
22From the descendants of Pashhur: Elioenai, Maaseiah, Ishmael, Nethanel, Jozabad, and Elasah.
23Among the Levites: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (that is, Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
24From the singers: Eliashib. From the gatekeepers: Shallum, Telem, and Uri.
25And among the other Israelites, from the descendants of Parosh: Ramiah, Izziah, Malchijah, Mijamin, Eleazar, Malchijah, and Benaiah. 26From the descendants of Elam: Mattaniah, Zechariah, Jehiel, Abdi, Jeremoth, and Elijah.Ezra 10:24 Summary
Ezra 10:24 lists the names of individuals who were singers and gatekeepers, highlighting their important roles in the community. The singers, like Eliashib, were responsible for leading worship, while the gatekeepers, such as Shallum, Telem, and Uri, were responsible for maintaining order and security. This verse reminds us that each person has a unique role to play in the community of faith, and that we should be faithful in our responsibilities, as seen in 1 Corinthians 4:2. By being faithful in our roles, we can contribute to the overall well-being of the community, just like the singers and gatekeepers in Ezra 10:24, and trust God to use us for His purposes, as mentioned in Psalm 138:8.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the role of singers in the Israelite community?
Singers played a crucial role in the Israelite community, as seen in Ezra 10:24, where Eliashib is listed as a singer. This role is also highlighted in 1 Chronicles 6:31-48, where singers are mentioned as part of the Levitical order, and in Psalm 100:1-5, where singing is encouraged as a way to worship God.
What were the responsibilities of gatekeepers in the Israelite community?
Gatekeepers, such as Shallum, Telem, and Uri mentioned in Ezra 10:24, were responsible for guarding the gates of the temple and the city, as seen in 1 Chronicles 9:17-27. They also played a role in maintaining order and security, as mentioned in Psalm 84:10.
Why is it important to list the names of individuals in the Bible, such as in Ezra 10:24?
Listing the names of individuals, such as Eliashib, Shallum, Telem, and Uri, serves as a reminder that each person has a unique role to play in the community of faith, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31. It also highlights the importance of accountability and transparency, as mentioned in Hebrews 4:13.
How does the mention of singers and gatekeepers in Ezra 10:24 relate to the overall theme of the book of Ezra?
The mention of singers and gatekeepers in Ezra 10:24 highlights the restoration of the temple and the community after the exile, as seen in Ezra 1:1-5. It emphasizes the importance of rebuilding and restoring the community, including its worship and leadership, as mentioned in Isaiah 61:4 and Ezekiel 37:26-28.
Reflection Questions
- What role do I play in my community of faith, and how can I use my gifts and talents to serve others, as seen in Romans 12:3-8?
- How can I, like the singers and gatekeepers, be faithful in my responsibilities and trust God to use me for His purposes, as mentioned in Matthew 25:14-30?
- What does it mean to be a part of a community that values worship, service, and accountability, as seen in Acts 2:42-47?
- How can I, like Eliashib, Shallum, Telem, and Uri, be willing to be listed among those who are committed to serving God and His people, as mentioned in 2 Timothy 2:19-21?
- What are some ways I can use my unique gifts and talents to contribute to the community of faith, as seen in 1 Peter 4:10-11?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 10:24
[See comments on Ezra 10:19].
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 10:24
(18-44) List of the transgressors. (19) They gave their hands.—The four members of the high priest’s family were peculiarly dealt with. They gave their distinct pledge, and offered each a special trespass offering. It is one among a multitude of similar tokens of authenticity in the history; and inventor would have given some reason for the peculiarity. (22) Pashur.—Comparing Ezra 2:36-39, we find that all the priestly families that returned with Zerub-babel were implicated in the national offence. (25) Of Israel.—Of the laity eighty-six are mentioned, belonging to ten races which returned with Zerubbabel. (34) Bani.—Probably this should be some other name, as Bani occurs before. The peculiarly large number of the representatives of his race suggests that there is some confusion in the present text. (44) All these had taken strange wives.—Though the numbers are not summed up and distributed, it is evident that this closing sentence is emphatic. Ezra ends his history with a catalogue of the delinquents—strong testimony to the importance he attached to the reformation.
The last words—literally, and there were of them wives who had brought forth children—tend in the same direction. Not even this pathetic fact restrained the thoroughness of the excision. But the Book of Nehemiah (Nehemiah 13:23 seq.) will show that it was thorough only for a time.
Cambridge Bible on Ezra 10:24
24. Of the singers also] R.V. And of the singers. There is no variety in the copula, such as the A.V. would imply. Only one ‘singer’ is recorded in the list of offenders. On the prominence given in these books to the ‘singers,’ see Introd.