Ezra 2:50
Ezra 2:50 in Multiple Translations
the descendants of Asnah, the descendants of Meunim, the descendants of Nephusim,
The children of Asnah, the children of Mehunim, the children of Nephusim,
the children of Asnah, the children of Meunim, the children of Nephisim,
The children of Asnah, the children of Meunim, the children of Nephisim,
Asnah, Meunim, Nephusim,
The sonnes of Asnah, the sonnes of Meunim, the sonnes of Nephusim,
Sons of Asnah, sons of Mehunim, sons of Nephusim,
the children of Asnah, the children of Meunim, the children of Nephisim,
The children of Asnah, the children of Mehunim, the children of Nephusim,
The children of Asena, the children of Munim, the children of Nephusim,
Asnah, Meunim, Nephusim,
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezra 2:50
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Ezra 2:50 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
בְּנֵי
אַסְנָ֥ה
בְנֵי
מעינים
מְעוּנִ֖ים
בְּנֵ֥י
נפיסים
נְפוּסִֽים
בְּנֵי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
אַסְנָ֥ה
ʼAçnâh
H619
Asnah
N-proper
בְנֵי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
מעינים
Mᵉʻûwnîy
H4586
Meunim
Ngmpa
מְעוּנִ֖ים
Mᵉʻûwnîy
H4586
Meunim
Ngmpa
בְּנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
נפיסים
Nᵉphîyçîym
H5304
Nephisim
Ngmpa
נְפוּסִֽים
Nᵉphîyçîym
H5304
Nephisim
Ngmpa
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 2:50
בְּנֵי
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
אַסְנָ֥ה
ʼAçnâh
H619
"Asnah"
N-proper
Asnah refers to a temple slave who returned from exile, mentioned in Ezra 2:50. His name means I shall be hated, she has stored up. Asnah is one of the Nethinim, a group of servants in the Israelite temple.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.2.50 § Asnah = "I shall be hated: she has stored up" a temple-slave who returned from exile
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Asnah. See also: Ezra 2:50.
בְנֵי
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
מעינים
Mᵉʻûwnîy
H4586
"Meunim"
Ngmpa
The Meunim were a group of people who lived south of Canaan and were also among the exiles who returned to Israel, as listed in Ezra 2:50.
Definition: People descended from Mehun(?), first mentioned at Ezr.2.50 § Mehunim or Meunim = "habitations" 1) a people who lived south of Canaan 2) a group of returning exiles, perhaps descendants of 1
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Mehunim(-s), Meunim. See also: 1 Chronicles 4:41; Ezra 2:50; Nehemiah 7:52.
מְעוּנִ֖ים
Mᵉʻûwnîy
H4586
"Meunim"
Ngmpa
The Meunim were a group of people who lived south of Canaan and were also among the exiles who returned to Israel, as listed in Ezra 2:50.
Definition: People descended from Mehun(?), first mentioned at Ezr.2.50 § Mehunim or Meunim = "habitations" 1) a people who lived south of Canaan 2) a group of returning exiles, perhaps descendants of 1
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Mehunim(-s), Meunim. See also: 1 Chronicles 4:41; Ezra 2:50; Nehemiah 7:52.
בְּנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
נפיסים
Nᵉphîyçîym
H5304
"Nephisim"
Ngmpa
Nephisim were Temple servants who returned with Zerubbabel after exile. Their name means scattered spices, and they are mentioned in Ezra 2:50.
Definition: People descended from Nephus(?), first mentioned at Ezr.2.50; also called Nephisim (Qere, KJV, NIV: Nephussim) at Ezr.2.50; Group of ne.phush.sim (נְפִישְׁסִים, נפיסים "Nephushesim" H5300) § Nephisim = "scattered spices" a family of exiles who returned with Zerubbabel
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Nephusim (from the margin). See also: Ezra 2:50; Nehemiah 7:52.
נְפוּסִֽים
Nᵉphîyçîym
H5304
"Nephisim"
Ngmpa
Nephisim were Temple servants who returned with Zerubbabel after exile. Their name means scattered spices, and they are mentioned in Ezra 2:50.
Definition: People descended from Nephus(?), first mentioned at Ezr.2.50; also called Nephisim (Qere, KJV, NIV: Nephussim) at Ezr.2.50; Group of ne.phush.sim (נְפִישְׁסִים, נפיסים "Nephushesim" H5300) § Nephisim = "scattered spices" a family of exiles who returned with Zerubbabel
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Nephusim (from the margin). See also: Ezra 2:50; Nehemiah 7:52.
Study Notes — Ezra 2:50
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Context — The List of Returning Exiles
48the descendants of Rezin, the descendants of Nekoda, the descendants of Gazzam,
49the descendants of Uzza, the descendants of Paseah, the descendants of Besai,
50the descendants of Asnah, the descendants of Meunim, the descendants of Nephusim,
51the descendants of Bakbuk, the descendants of Hakupha, the descendants of Harhur, 52the descendants of Bazluth, the descendants of Mehida, the descendants of Harsha,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nehemiah 7:52 | the descendants of Besai, the descendants of Meunim, the descendants of Nephushesim, |
Ezra 2:50 Summary
Ezra 2:50 lists the descendants of Asnah, Meunim, and Nephusim as part of the group of people who returned from exile to Jerusalem. This verse shows that God values every person and family, no matter how big or small their role may seem, as seen in Matthew 25:40 and Galatians 6:10. Just like these families, we can all play a part in God's plan by serving and working together, as encouraged in Hebrews 10:24-25 and 1 Peter 4:10. By doing so, we can help build up God's community and bring glory to His name.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the descendants of Asnah, Meunim, and Nephusim mentioned in Ezra 2:50?
The descendants of Asnah, Meunim, and Nephusim are likely families of servants or temple workers who returned from exile with the Israelites, as mentioned in Ezra 2:43-58, and were important for the reconstruction of the temple and its services, similar to those described in Ezra 8:20 and Numbers 3:26.
Why are these specific families listed in Ezra 2:50?
These families are listed because they were part of the community that returned from exile and were committed to rebuilding the temple and restoring worship in Jerusalem, as seen in Ezra 1:5 and Haggai 1:14, demonstrating their dedication to God's work.
What can we learn from the inclusion of these families in the list of returnees?
The inclusion of these families teaches us about the importance of community and teamwork in achieving God's purposes, as emphasized in Romans 12:4-5 and 1 Corinthians 12:12-27, and reminds us that every individual and family has a role to play in God's plan.
How does Ezra 2:50 relate to the broader theme of restoration in the book of Ezra?
Ezra 2:50 is part of the larger narrative of the return from exile and the rebuilding of the temple, which symbolizes God's restoration of His people, as prophesied in Isaiah 44:28 and Ezekiel 37:21-22, and fulfilled in Jesus Christ, as seen in Matthew 16:18 and Revelation 21:22-24.
Reflection Questions
- What does the listing of these specific families in Ezra 2:50 reveal about God's attention to detail and care for His people?
- How can I, like the descendants of Asnah, Meunim, and Nephusim, contribute to the work of God's kingdom in my own community?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my commitment to God's work, just as these families did by returning from exile and rebuilding the temple?
- What lessons can be learned from the fact that these families, although not part of the main priestly or tribal groups, were still important to the restoration of Israel?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 2:50
[See comments on Ezra 2:3].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 2:50
The children of Asnah, the children of Mehunim, the children of Nephusim, Mehunim ... Nephusim (a branch of Ishmael, 1 Chronicles 5:19). Mehunim ... Nephusim (a branch of Ishmael, 1 Chronicles 5:19).
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 2:50
(43-58) The Nethinims.—By the etymology those given: known by this name only in the later books. (See 1 Chronicles 9:2.) They were hieroduli, or temple-bondsmen: the lowest order of the ministry, performing the more laborious duties of the sanctuary. Their history runs through a long period. Moses apportioned them first, from the Midianite captives (Numbers 31:47); they were reinforced from the Gibeonites (Joshua 9:23), and probably later by David (Ezra 8:20). Three names—Akkub, Hagab, and Asnah—have dropped from Neheniiah’s list, which gives also some unimportant changes in the spelling of the names.
Cambridge Bible on Ezra 2:50
50. the children of Mehunim] R.V. Meunim. These have been identified with the Maonites who oppressed the children of Israel in the days of the Judges (Judges 10:12). It is very possible that the Meunim were leagued with the Moabites and Ammonites against Jehoshaphat (2 Chronicles 20:1). Uzziah obtained the mastery over the Meunim (2 Chronicles 26:7). Very possibly it is the descendants of the Meunim whom Uzziah made prisoners, to whom the verse refers. If this be so, the Meunim were the people of Maon, Bedouins like the Midianites, having their headquarters south of the Dead Sea, not far from Petra. the children of Nephusim] R.V. Nephisim. Both readings are found. The LXX. has Νεφουσὶμ. ‘Nephisim’ seems the most probable, since we naturally incline to identify the name with the clan of Naphish, the Israelite or Arab mentioned in Genesis 25:15; 1 Chronicles 1:31.
From another passage, 1 Chronicles 5:18-22, we learn that they with others belonged to the tribe of Hagrites (A.V. Hagarites) and experienced defeat, followed by wholesale massacre and captivity, at the hands of the Transjordanic tribes Reuben, Gad, and the half tribe of Manasseh. In Nehemiah 7:52 they are called ‘Nephushesim’.