Ezra 10:41
Ezra 10:41 in Multiple Translations
Azarel, Shelemiah, Shemariah,
Azareel, and Shelemiah, Shemariah,
Azarel, and Shelemiah, Shemariah,
Azarel and Shelemiah, Shemariah,
Azarel, Shelemiah, Shemariah,
Azareel, and Shelemiah, Shemariah,
Azareel, and Shelemiah, Shemariah,
Azarel, Shelemiah, Shemariah,
Azareel, and Shelemiah, Shemariah,
Ezrel, and Selemiau, Semeria,
Azarel, Shelemiah, Shemariah,
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Ezra 10:41 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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עֲזַרְאֵ֥ל
וְ/שֶׁלֶמְיָ֖הוּ
שְׁמַרְיָֽה
עֲזַרְאֵ֥ל
ʻĂzarʼêl
H5832
Azarel
N-proper
וְ/שֶׁלֶמְיָ֖הוּ
Shelemyâh
H8018
Shelemiah
Conj | N-proper
שְׁמַרְיָֽה
Shᵉmaryâh
H8114
Shemariah
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 10:41
עֲזַרְאֵ֥ל
ʻĂzarʼêl
H5832
"Azarel"
N-proper
Azarel was one of five Israelites with this name, including a Levite and son of Heman, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 25:4. His name is similar to Azareel.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.25.4; son of: Heman (H1968I); brother of: Bukkiah (H1232), Mattaniah (H4983H), Shebuel (H7619H), Jerimoth (H3406L), Hananiah (H2608P), Hanani (H2607H), Eliathah (H0448), Giddalti (H1437), Romamti-ezer (H7320), Joshbekashah (H3436), Mallothi (H4413), Hothir (H1956) and Mahazioth (H4238); also called Azarel (KJV: Azareel) at 1Ch.25.18; Another name of uz.zi.el (עֻזִּיאֵל "Uzziel" H5816J) § Azarael or Azareel = "God has helped" 1) a Korhite warrior of David who joined him at Ziklag 2) a Levite musician of the family of Heman in the time of David 3) a Danite, son of Jeroham and a prince of the tribe at the census of David 4) one of the sons of Bani who took a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 5) a priest, ancestor of Maasiai or Amashai, a priest in Jerusalem after the return from exile 6) a priest and musician in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Azarael, Azareel. See also: 1 Chronicles 12:7; Ezra 10:41; Nehemiah 12:36.
וְ/שֶׁלֶמְיָ֖הוּ
Shelemyâh
H8018
"Shelemiah"
Conj | N-proper
Shelemiah was a man from the tribe of Levi, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 9:21. The name means repaid by Jehovah, and he was the father of several sons, including Zechariah and Jediael.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at 1Ch.9.21; father of: Zechariah (H2148A), Jediael (H3043J), Zebadiah (H2069J), Jathniel (H3496), Elam (H5867H), Jehohanan (H3076I) and Eliehoenai (H0454A); also called Shelemiah at 1Ch.26.14; Another name of me.she.lem.yah (מְשֶׁלֶמְיָהוּ "Meshelemiah" H4920) § Shelemiah = "repaid by Jehovah" 1) a son of Bani who put away his foreign wife in the time of Ezra 2) another son of Bani who put away his foreign wife in the time of Ezra 3) father of Hananiah who repaired part of the wall of Jerusalem in the time of Nehemiah 4) a priest in the time of Nehemiah in charge of the treasury 5) father of Jehucal or Jucal in the time of Zedekiah 6) Levite upon whom the lot for the East Gate fell; in the time of David 6a) also 'Meshelemiah' and 'Shallum' 7) father of Nethaniah and grandfather of Jehudi, who was the messenger sent to Baruch the scribe of Jeremiah 8) son of Abdeel and one the men commanded by king Jehoiakim of Judah to seize the prophet Jeremiah and his scribe Baruch 9) father of Irijah, the captain of the guard who arrested Jeremiah
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Shelemiah. See also: 1 Chronicles 26:14; Jeremiah 36:14; Jeremiah 36:26.
שְׁמַרְיָֽה
Shᵉmaryâh
H8114
"Shemariah"
N-proper
Shemariah means kept by Jehovah, the name of four Israelites, including a Benjamite and a son of King Rehoboam of Judah. They lived during the time of Exile and Return.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.41 § Shemariah = "kept by Jehovah" 1) a Benjamite, one of David's mighty warriors who joined him at Ziklag 2) a son of king Rehoboam of Judah 3) an Israelite of the sons of Harim who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 4) an Israelite of the sons of Bani who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Shamariah, Shemariah. See also: 1 Chronicles 12:6; Ezra 10:32; Ezra 10:41.
Study Notes — Ezra 10:41
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Context — Those Guilty of Intermarriage
Ezra 10:41 Summary
Ezra 10:41 lists the names of Azarel, Shelemiah, and Shemariah as part of a group of people who were taking steps to correct their mistakes and follow God's commands, as seen in Ezra 10:1-5. This shows us the importance of taking personal responsibility for our actions and being willing to make changes to align with God's will, just like the teachings in Matthew 4:17. By looking at the examples of these individuals, we can learn about the value of repentance and restoration in our relationship with God, as encouraged in Acts 3:19 and 1 John 1:9. This verse reminds us that our choices have consequences, but with God, there is always the opportunity for forgiveness and a new start, as promised in Isaiah 1:18.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Ezra 10:41 list specific names like Azarel, Shelemiah, and Shemariah?
These names are mentioned as they were part of the larger group of Israelites who had married foreign wives and were now taking steps to correct their actions, as seen in Ezra 10:1-5, and following the command of Deuteronomy 7:3-4 to separate from such influences.
What is the significance of the names listed in Ezra 10:41 within the context of the chapter?
The names in Ezra 10:41, including Azarel, Shelemiah, and Shemariah, represent individuals who were part of the community that had intermarried with foreigners and were now seeking to make things right with God, in line with the instructions given in Ezra 10:11 and the principles found in Genesis 1:27-28 regarding the importance of separation and purity.
How does Ezra 10:41 contribute to the overall narrative of the Book of Ezra?
Ezra 10:41 is part of a larger list of names in Ezra 10:18-44, which documents the response of the Israelite community to the problem of intermarriage, demonstrating their commitment to following God's commands as outlined in books like Leviticus 18:24-30 and Deuteronomy 7:1-6, and showing their willingness to take corrective action to restore their covenant relationship with God.
What lesson can be learned from the specific mention of these names in Ezra 10:41?
The mention of specific names like Azarel, Shelemiah, and Shemariah in Ezra 10:41 teaches us about the importance of individual accountability and action in response to God's commands, as seen in verses like Matthew 4:17 and Acts 3:19, emphasizing the need for personal repentance and obedience to God's will.
Reflection Questions
- What does the listing of names like Azarel, Shelemiah, and Shemariah in Ezra 10:41 reveal about the nature of community and shared responsibility in following God's commands?
- How can the actions of these individuals in Ezra 10:41 serve as a model for us in making difficult choices to align our lives with God's teachings, such as those found in Proverbs 3:5-6?
- In what ways can we, like Azarel, Shelemiah, and Shemariah, demonstrate our commitment to purity and separation from worldly influences, as encouraged in 2 Corinthians 6:14-18?
- What role does personal repentance and restoration play in our relationship with God, as illustrated by the examples in Ezra 10:41 and supported by scriptures like 1 John 1:9?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 10:41
[See comments on Ezra 10:19].
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 10:41
(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 10:41
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.