Ezra 10:40
Ezra 10:40 in Multiple Translations
Machnadebai, Shashai, Sharai,
Machnadebai, Shashai, Sharai,
Machnadebai, Shashai, Sharai,
Machnadebai, Shashai, Sharai,
Macnadebai, Shashai, Sharai,
Machnadebai, Shashai, Sharai,
Machnadbai, Shashai, Sharai,
Machnadebai, Shashai, Sharai,
Machnadebai, Shashai, Sharai,
And Mechnedebai, Sisai, Sarai,
Macnadebai, Shashai, Sharai,
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezra 10:40
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Ezra 10:40 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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מַכְנַדְבַ֥י
שָׁשַׁ֖י
שָׁרָֽי
מַכְנַדְבַ֥י
Maknadbay
H4367
Machnadebai
N-proper
שָׁשַׁ֖י
Shâshay
H8343
Shashai
N-proper
שָׁרָֽי
Shâray
H8298
Sharai
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 10:40
מַכְנַדְבַ֥י
Maknadbay
H4367
"Machnadebai"
N-proper
Machnadebai was an Israelite who lived during the Exile and Return, mentioned in Ezra 10:40 as one of Bani's sons who obeyed Ezra's command to divorce his foreign wife. His name means 'he brought low my willing ones'.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.40 § Machnadebai = "he brought low my willing ones" one of the sons of Bani who put away his foreign wife at Ezra's command
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Machnadebai. See also: Ezra 10:40.
שָׁשַׁ֖י
Shâshay
H8343
"Shashai"
N-proper
Shashai was an Israelite who lived during the time of Ezra and had to put away his foreign wife, as recorded in Ezra 10:40. He was part of the group of people who had married non-Israelites and had to make things right with God. This event shows the challenges of following God's laws.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.40 § Shashai = "noble" a son of Bani who put away his foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Shashai. See also: Ezra 10:40.
שָׁרָֽי
Shâray
H8298
"Sharai"
N-proper
Sharai was an Israelite who lived during the time of exile and return, mentioned in Ezra 10:40 as a son of Bani.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.40 § Sharai = "releaser" a son of Bani who put away his foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Sharai. See also: Ezra 10:40.
Study Notes — Ezra 10:40
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Context — Those Guilty of Intermarriage
38From the descendants of Binnui: Shimei,
39Shelemiah, Nathan, Adaiah,
40Machnadebai, Shashai, Sharai,
41Azarel, Shelemiah, Shemariah, 42Shallum, Amariah, and Joseph.Ezra 10:40 Summary
Ezra 10:40 lists the names of Machnadebai, Shashai, and Sharai, who were part of the community of Israelites returning from exile and working to restore their community. This verse shows that these individuals were taking steps to correct their actions and follow God's commands, similar to the instructions given in Deuteronomy 7:3-4. We can learn from their example by prioritizing obedience to God's Word and trusting in His sovereignty, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6. By doing so, we can demonstrate our commitment to following God, even when it is difficult, and support others in their spiritual journey, as seen in Hebrews 10:24-25.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are these names listed in Ezra 10:40?
These names, including Machnadebai, Shashai, and Sharai, are listed as part of the descendants of Binnui who had married foreign women, as seen in Ezra 10:38-44, and were taking steps to correct their actions, similar to the instructions given in Deuteronomy 7:3-4.
What is the significance of these specific names?
While the Bible does not provide detailed information on the individuals listed, their inclusion in the list suggests they were part of the community that was committed to following God's commands, as seen in Ezra 10:3 and Deuteronomy 24:1-4.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of Ezra?
This verse is part of a larger narrative where the Israelites are returning from exile and working to restore their community, including dealing with issues of intermarriage, as instructed in Ezra 10:1-5 and supported by the teachings in Genesis 24:3-4.
What can we learn from the actions of these individuals?
The actions of Machnadebai, Shashai, and Sharai demonstrate a commitment to following God's commands, even when it is difficult, as seen in Ezra 10:3-5 and Joshua 24:15, and serve as an example for believers today to prioritize obedience to God's Word.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I may be compromising my commitment to God, and what steps can I take to correct this?
- How can I, like Machnadebai, Shashai, and Sharai, demonstrate my commitment to following God's commands in my daily life?
- What role does community play in my spiritual journey, and how can I support others in their walk with God, as seen in Hebrews 10:24-25?
- In what ways can I prioritize obedience to God's Word, even when it is challenging, and trust in His sovereignty, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 10:40
[See comments on Ezra 10:19].
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 10:40
(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 10:40
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.