Ezra 2:52
Ezra 2:52 in Multiple Translations
the descendants of Bazluth, the descendants of Mehida, the descendants of Harsha,
The children of Bazluth, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,
the children of Bazluth, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,
The children of Bazluth, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,
Bazluth, Mehida, Harsha,
The sonnes of Bazluth, the sonnes of Mehida, the sonnes of Harsha,
Sons of Bazluth, sons of Mehida, sons of Harsha,
the children of Bazluth, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,
The children of Bazluth, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,
The children of Besluth, the children of Mahida, the children of Harsa,
Bazluth, Mehida, Harsha,
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezra 2:52
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Ezra 2:52 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּנֵי
בַצְל֥וּת
בְּנֵי
מְחִידָ֖א
בְּנֵ֥י
חַרְשָֽׁא
בְּנֵי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
בַצְל֥וּת
Batslûwth
H1213
Bazluth
N-proper
בְּנֵי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
מְחִידָ֖א
Mᵉchîydâʼ
H4240
Mehida
N-proper
בְּנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
חַרְשָֽׁא
Charshâʼ
H2797
Harsha
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 2:52
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.
בַצְל֥וּת
Batslûwth
H1213
"Bazluth"
N-proper
Bazluth was an Israelite who returned from exile with Zerubbabel, his name means asking or seeking.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.52; also called Bazlith at Neh.7.54; § Bazlith or Bazluth = "asking" a head of a family of exiles returning with Zerubbabel
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Bazlith, Bazluth. See also: Ezra 2:52; Nehemiah 7:54.
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.
מְחִידָ֖א
Mᵉchîydâʼ
H4240
"Mehida"
N-proper
Mechida was a family leader who returned to Jerusalem with Zerubbabel after the Exile, his name means famous or noble. He is mentioned in Ezra 2:52 as a head of a family of exiles. His family was part of the Nethinim, a group of servants in the temple.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.52 § Mehida = "famous" or "noble" head of a family of exiles returning with Zerubbabel
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Mehida. See also: Ezra 2:52; Nehemiah 7:54.
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.
חַרְשָֽׁא
Charshâʼ
H2797
"Harsha"
N-proper
Harsha was a family leader who returned to Jerusalem with Zerubbabel after the exile, his name means mute. He is mentioned in Ezra 2:52. Harsha was one of the Nethinim, a group of servants in the temple.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.52 § Harsha = "mute" head of a family of exiles returning with Zerubbabel
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Harsha. See also: Ezra 2:52; Nehemiah 7:54.
Study Notes — Ezra 2:52
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Context — The List of Returning Exiles
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,
53the descendants of Barkos, the descendants of Sisera, the descendants of Temah, 54the descendants of Neziah, and the descendants of Hatipha.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nehemiah 7:54 | the descendants of Bazlith, the descendants of Mehida, the descendants of Harsha, |
Ezra 2:52 Summary
Ezra 2:52 lists the descendants of three families, Bazluth, Mehida, and Harsha, who returned from exile with Zerubbabel. This verse shows that God cares about each person and family, and wants them to be part of His bigger plan (as seen in Jeremiah 29:11). Just like these families, we are all part of God's story, and He has a purpose for each of us (Ephesians 2:10). By trusting in God's faithfulness, we can be faithful to His calling and live a life that honors Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of listing the descendants of various families in Ezra 2:52?
The listing of descendants in Ezra 2:52 is significant because it shows God's faithfulness to His people, just as He promised in Deuteronomy 30:3-5, and demonstrates the importance of family and heritage in the biblical narrative, as seen in Genesis 12:2-3.
Who are the descendants of Bazluth, Mehida, and Harsha mentioned in Ezra 2:52?
The descendants of Bazluth, Mehida, and Harsha are families who returned from exile with Zerubbabel, as recorded in Ezra 2:1-64, and are likely servants or temple workers, similar to those mentioned in Nehemiah 7:46-60.
How does Ezra 2:52 relate to the rest of the book of Ezra?
Ezra 2:52 is part of the larger narrative of the return from exile and the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem, as described in Ezra 1:1-5 and Ezra 5:1-17, and serves as a reminder of God's providence and care for His people, as seen in Isaiah 46:3-4.
What can we learn from the fact that these families are mentioned by name in Ezra 2:52?
The fact that these families are mentioned by name in Ezra 2:52 teaches us that God is a personal God who knows and cares for each individual, as stated in Psalm 139:1-6 and Matthew 10:29-31.
Reflection Questions
- What does the listing of these families in Ezra 2:52 reveal about God's character and His relationship with His people?
- How does the mention of specific families in Ezra 2:52 encourage me to trust in God's faithfulness and provision in my own life?
- What role do I play in the larger story of God's people, and how can I be faithful to His calling, just as these families were?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my gratitude for God's faithfulness, just as the Israelites did by returning to Jerusalem and rebuilding the temple?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 2:52
[See comments on Ezra 2:3].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 2:52
The children of Bakbuk, the children of Hakupha, the children of Harhur, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 2:52
(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 2:52
52. Bazluth] called ‘Bazlith’ in Nehemiah 7:54.