Ezra 10:38
Ezra 10:38 in Multiple Translations
From the descendants of Binnui: Shimei,
And Bani, and Binnui, Shimei,
and Bani, and Binnui, Shimei,
And Bani and Binnui, Shimei;
From the sons of Binnui: Shimei,
And Banni, and Bennui, Shimei,
and Bani, and Binnui, Shimei,
Bani, Binnui, Shimei,
And Bani, and Binnui, Shimei,
And Bani, and Bennui, Semei,
From the clan of Binnui there were Shimei,
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezra 10:38
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Ezra 10:38 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/בָנִ֥י
וּ/בִנּ֖וּי
שִׁמְעִֽי
וּ/בָנִ֥י
Bânîy
H1137
Bani
Conj | N-proper
וּ/בִנּ֖וּי
Binnûwy
H1131
Binnui
Conj | N-proper
שִׁמְעִֽי
Shimʻîy
H8096
Shimei
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 10:38
וּ/בָנִ֥י
Bânîy
H1137
"Bani"
Conj | N-proper
Bani, meaning built, was the name of several Israelites, including a Gadite warrior, a Levite, and a man from Judah. One Bani returned from captivity with Zerubbabel, as noted in Ezra 2:10.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.10; also called Binnui at Neh.7.15; Also named: bin.nuy (בִּנּוּי "Binnui" H1131) § Bani = "built" 1) a Gadite, one of David's mighty warriors 2) a Levite of the line of Merari, and forefather to Ethan 3) a man of Judah of the line of Pharez 4) "children of Bani" returned from captivity with Zerubbabel 5) one or up to three Levites in Nehemiah's time
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: Bani. See also: 2 Samuel 23:36; Nehemiah 3:17; Nehemiah 11:22.
וּ/בִנּ֖וּי
Binnûwy
H1131
"Binnui"
Conj | N-proper
Binnui was an Israelite who helped rebuild Jerusalem's wall under Nehemiah. His name means built up and he is also called Bani in some passages.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Neh.8.7; also called Binnui at Neh.10.9; 12.8; Another name of ba.ni (בָּנִי "Bani" H1137M) § Binnui = "built up" 1) an exile returnee with Zerubbabel, son of Henadad, who assisted at the reparation of the wall of Jerusalem, under Nehemiah 2) a Levite in time of Ezra, father of Noadiah 3) another Levite in time of Ezra, who took a foreign wife 4) still another Levite in time of Ezra, who took a foreign wife
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Binnui. See also: Ezra 8:33; Nehemiah 3:24; Nehemiah 12:8.
שִׁמְעִֽי
Shimʻîy
H8096
"Shimei"
N-proper
Shimei was a common name among Israelites, with at least 20 people having this name. One notable Shimei was the brother of David and son of Jesse, who lived during the United Monarchy.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.16.9; son of: Jesse (H3448); brother of: David (H1732), Eliab (H0446I), Abinadab (H0041I), Nethanel (H5417H), Raddai (H7288), Ozem (H0684), Zeruiah (H6870), Abigail (H0026H)(?) and Elihu (H0453J); father of: Jonadab (H3122); also called Shimei (KJV: Shimea) at 2Sa.21.21; Shammah at 1Sa.16.9; 17.13; Shimea at 1Ch.2.13; 20.7; Another name of shim.ah (שִׁמְעָה "Shimeah" H8093) § Shimei or Shimhi or Shimi or Shimea = "renowned" 1) a Benjamite, son of Gera of the house of Saul in the time of David 2) a Benjamite, son of Elah and commissariat officer in the time of Solomon 3) the Ramathite in charge of the vineyards of David 4) son of Gershon and grandson of Levi 5) a Levite, son of Jeduthun and chief of the 10th division of singers in the time of David 6) a Levite of the sons of Heman who took part in the purification of the temple in the time of king Hezekiah of Judah 7) a Levite, brother of Cononiah in charge of receiving the tithes and offerings in the reign of king Hezekiah of Judah 8) a Levite who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 9) a Judaite, son of Pedaiah and brother of Zerubbabel 10) a Simeonite, son of Zacchur 11) a Reubenite, son of Gog and father of Micah 12) one of the sons of Hashum who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 13) one of the sons of Bani who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 14) a Benjamite, son of Kish, father of Jair, and grandfather of Mordecai in the time of Esther 15) a Levite, son of Jahath, grandson of Gershon, and great grandson of Levi 16) Benjamite, father of Adaiah, Beraiah, and Shimrath. Spelled 'Shimhi'
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: Shimeah (from the margin), Shimei, Shimhi, Shimi. See also: Exodus 6:17; 1 Chronicles 3:19; Esther 2:5.
Study Notes — Ezra 10:38
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Context — Those Guilty of Intermarriage
36Vaniah, Meremoth, Eliashib,
37Mattaniah, Mattenai, and Jaasu.
38From the descendants of Binnui: Shimei,
39Shelemiah, Nathan, Adaiah, 40Machnadebai, Shashai, Sharai,Ezra 10:38 Summary
Ezra 10:38 lists the descendants of Binnui, including Shimei, who are part of the group of people seeking to make things right with God after marrying foreign wives. This verse reminds us that our actions have consequences, and we must take personal responsibility for our mistakes, as seen in Galatians 6:7-8. Just like the Israelites, we can learn from our mistakes and seek to follow God's laws, as emphasized in Psalm 119:1-8 and Matthew 22:37-40. By doing so, we can experience restoration and renewal in our lives, just like the community in Jerusalem during the time of Ezra.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of listing the descendants of Binnui in Ezra 10:38?
The listing of the descendants of Binnui in Ezra 10:38 is significant because it highlights the importance of genealogy and family lineage in the Bible, as seen in Genesis 5:1 and 1 Chronicles 1:1-54. This emphasis on family heritage is crucial in understanding the biblical concept of identity and community.
Who is Shimei in Ezra 10:38?
Shimei is a descendant of Binnui, and his mention in Ezra 10:38 indicates that he is part of the group of people who have married foreign wives and are now seeking to rectify the situation, as described in Ezra 10:1-44. This is reminiscent of the warnings against intermarriage in Deuteronomy 7:1-4 and Ezekiel 44:22.
Why is it important to note the specific names in Ezra 10:38?
Noting the specific names in Ezra 10:38, such as Shimei, serves as a reminder that each individual is accountable for their actions, as emphasized in Romans 14:12 and 2 Corinthians 5:10. This attention to detail also underscores the value of personal responsibility and the importance of making amends for past mistakes, as seen in Ezra 10:1-17.
How does Ezra 10:38 relate to the broader theme of restoration in the book of Ezra?
Ezra 10:38 is part of the larger narrative of restoration in the book of Ezra, which focuses on the rebuilding of the temple and the reestablishment of the community in Jerusalem, as described in Ezra 1:1-4 and Ezra 6:1-18. This verse contributes to the overall theme by highlighting the need for spiritual purification and the importance of adhering to God's laws, as emphasized in Isaiah 1:27 and Malachi 3:3.
Reflection Questions
- What does the mention of Shimei in Ezra 10:38 reveal about the importance of personal accountability in our lives?
- How can we apply the principle of making amends for past mistakes, as seen in Ezra 10:1-44, to our own lives and relationships?
- What role does family heritage and lineage play in our understanding of our identity and community, and how can we learn from the biblical emphasis on genealogy?
- In what ways can we, like the descendants of Binnui, seek to rectify past mistakes and align ourselves with God's will, as described in Proverbs 28:13 and 1 John 1:9?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 10:38
[See comments on Ezra 10:19].
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 10:38
(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 10:38
18–44. The List of those who ‘had married strange women’The record of the names was probably one of the documents officially preserved. The publicity of such a list was in itself a punishment to the offenders and a warning to others. As in chap. 2, the list falls into the three groups of Priests, Levites, and Israel (or Laity), i.e. 17 Priests, 10 Levites, 86 ‘of Israel’—113 in all.