Ezra 2:23
Ezra 2:23 in Multiple Translations
the men of Anathoth, 128;
The men of Anathoth, an hundred twenty and eight.
The men of Anathoth, a hundred twenty and eight.
The men of Anathoth, a hundred and twenty-eight.
the people from Anathoth, 128;
The men of Anothoth, an hundreth and eight and twentie:
Men of Anathoth, a hundred twenty and eight.
The men of Anathoth, one hundred twenty-eight.
The men of Anathoth, a hundred twenty and eight.
The men of Anathoth, a hundred twenty-eight.
128from Anathoth
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezra 2:23
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Ezra 2:23 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אַנְשֵׁ֣י
עֲנָת֔וֹת
מֵאָ֖ה
עֶשְׂרִ֥ים
וּ/שְׁמֹנָֽה
אַנְשֵׁ֣י
ʼîysh
H376
man
N-mp
עֲנָת֔וֹת
ʻĂnâthôwth
H6068
Anathoth
N-proper
מֵאָ֖ה
mêʼâh
H3967
hundred
Adj
עֶשְׂרִ֥ים
ʻesrîym
H6242
twenty
Adj
וּ/שְׁמֹנָֽה
shᵉmôneh
H8083
eight
Conj | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 2:23
אַנְשֵׁ֣י
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
עֲנָת֔וֹת
ʻĂnâthôwth
H6068
"Anathoth"
N-proper
Anathoth means answers to prayer, a city near Jerusalem where Jeremiah was born. It was also the name of two Israelites, one a signatory to a covenant with Nehemiah. The city was allotted to priests.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.10.19 § Anathoth = "answers to prayer" 1) son of Becher and grandson of Benjamin 2) one of the heads of the people who signed the covenant with Nehemiah 3) a city of Benjamin allotted to the priest; located approximately 3 miles (5 km) from Jerusalem; birthplace of the prophet Jeremiah
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Anathoth. See also: Joshua 21:18; Nehemiah 11:32; Isaiah 10:30.
מֵאָ֖ה
mêʼâh
H3967
"hundred"
Adj
Means a hundred, used as a simple number or part of a larger number in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including fractions like one one-hundredth. Found in books like Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: 1) hundred 1a) as simple number 1b) as part of larger number 1c) as a fraction-one one-hundredth (1/100) Aramaic equivalent: me.ah (מְאָה "hundred" H3969)
Usage: Occurs in 511 OT verses. KJV: hundred((-fold), -th), [phrase] sixscore. See also: Genesis 5:3; Numbers 2:6; Judges 18:17.
עֶשְׂרִ֥ים
ʻesrîym
H6242
"twenty"
Adj
This word means twenty, and is also used as an ordinal number, like twentieth, as seen in Genesis 31:38. It can refer to a specific age or quantity.
Definition: twenty, twentieth Aramaic equivalent: es.rin (עֶשְׂרִין "twenty" H6243)
Usage: Occurs in 281 OT verses. KJV: (six-) score, twenty(-ieth). See also: Genesis 6:3; 1 Kings 9:14; Ezra 2:19.
וּ/שְׁמֹנָֽה
shᵉmôneh
H8083
"eight"
Conj | Adj
The Hebrew word for the number eight, which was considered a special number in biblical times. It is used to describe quantities, such as eight days or eight years, and also appears in ordinal forms, like eighth or eighth day.
Definition: 1) eight, eighth 1a) eight (as cardinal number) 1b) eighth (as ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers
Usage: Occurs in 105 OT verses. KJV: eight(-een, -eenth), eighth. See also: Genesis 5:4; 1 Chronicles 16:38; Jeremiah 32:1.
Study Notes — Ezra 2:23
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Context — The List of Returning Exiles
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeremiah 1:1 | These are the words of Jeremiah son of Hilkiah, one of the priests in Anathoth in the territory of Benjamin. |
| 2 | Joshua 21:18 | Anathoth, and Almon—four cities, together with their pasturelands. |
| 3 | Jeremiah 11:21 | Therefore this is what the LORD says concerning the people of Anathoth who are seeking your life and saying, “You must not prophesy in the name of the LORD, or you will die by our hand.” |
| 4 | Isaiah 10:30 | Cry aloud, O Daughter of Gallim! Listen, O Laishah! O wretched Anathoth! |
| 5 | Nehemiah 7:27 | the men of Anathoth, 128; |
Ezra 2:23 Summary
The men of Anathoth, a total of 128, returned to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile, as part of the restoration of Israel. This return was a fulfillment of God's promise to bring His people back to their homeland, as seen in Deuteronomy 30:3-5. The fact that the men of Anathoth returned to Jerusalem teaches us about the importance of obedience to God's call and the value of community and corporate worship, as emphasized in Psalm 122:1. Just as the men of Anathoth played a role in the restoration of Jerusalem, we too can play a role in God's larger story of redemption and restoration, by faithfully following His call on our lives, as seen in Romans 11:25-26.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the men of Anathoth being mentioned in Ezra 2:23?
The men of Anathoth being mentioned in Ezra 2:23 signifies their return to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile, as part of the restoration of Israel, as prophesied in Ezekiel 37:21-22 and fulfilled in Ezra 1:5.
How does the number of men from Anathoth compare to other cities mentioned in Ezra 2?
The number of men from Anathoth, 128, is higher than some cities like Netophah, which had 56 men, but lower than the combined total of men from Kiriath-jearim, Chephirah, and Beeroth, which was 743, as seen in Ezra 2:22 and Ezra 2:25.
What can we learn from the fact that the men of Anathoth returned to Jerusalem?
The return of the men of Anathoth teaches us about the importance of obedience to God's call, as seen in Isaiah 48:20, and the value of community and corporate worship, as emphasized in Hebrews 10:25.
How does this verse relate to the broader narrative of the Bible?
Ezra 2:23 is part of the larger story of God's redemption and restoration of His people, as seen in Genesis 12:1-3 and fulfilled in Revelation 21:1-4, highlighting God's faithfulness to His covenant promises.
Reflection Questions
- What does the return of the men of Anathoth to Jerusalem teach me about the importance of community and worship in my own life?
- How can I, like the men of Anathoth, respond in obedience to God's call on my life, even when it requires great sacrifice or change?
- What role do I play in the larger story of God's redemption and restoration, and how can I faithfully fulfill that role?
- In what ways can I support and encourage others who are seeking to follow God's call on their lives, just as the men of Anathoth supported one another in their return to Jerusalem?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 2:23
[See comments on Ezra 2:3].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 2:23
The men of Anathoth, an hundred twenty and eight. The men of Anathoth, an hundred twenty and eight. The men of Anathoth - [Septuagint, Anathooth] - Anata, about three miles north of Jerusalem.
Cambridge Bible on Ezra 2:23
23. Anathoth] One of the towns assigned to the priests (Joshua 21:18; 1 Chronicles 6:60), the dwelling-place of Abiathar the high-priest (1 Kings 2:26) and of the prophet Jeremiah (Jeremiah 1:1; Jeremiah 29:27). See Isaiah 10:28; Isaiah 10:30. It is situated about 4 miles N.E. of Jerusalem, the modern Anata. The name shows that the place in prehistoric times was a centre for the worship of the goddess Anath or Anta.
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