Ezra 2:61

Ezra 2:61 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

And from among the priests: the descendants of Hobaiah, the descendants of Hakkoz, and the descendants of Barzillai (who had married a daughter of Barzillai the Gileadite and was called by their name).

King James Version KJV

¶ And of the children of the priests: the children of Habaiah, the children of Koz, the children of Barzillai; which took a wife of the daughters of Barzillai the Gileadite, and was called after their name:

American Standard Version ASV

And of the children of the priests: the children of Habaiah, the children of Hakkoz, the children of Barzillai, who took a wife of the daughters of Barzillai the Gileadite, and was called after their name.

Bible in Basic English BBE

And of the children of the priests: the children of Habaiah, the children of Hakkoz, the children of Barzillai, who was married to one of the daughters of Barzillai the Gileadite, and took their name.

Free Bible Version FBV

In addition there were three priestly families, sons of Hobaiah, Hakkoz, and Barzillai. (Barzillai had married a woman descended from Barzillai of Gilead, and he was called by that name.)

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

And of the sonnes of the Priestes, the sonnes of Habaiah, the sonnes of Coz, the sonnes of Barzillai: which tooke of the daughters of Barzillai the Giliadite to wife, and was called after their name.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And of the sons of the priests: sons of Habaiah, sons of Koz, sons of Barzillai (who took from the daughters of Barzillai the Gileadite a wife, and is called by their name;)

World English Bible WEB

Of the children of the priests: the children of Habaiah, the children of Hakkoz, and the children of Barzillai, who took a wife of the daughters of Barzillai the Gileadite, and was called after their name.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And of the children of the priests: the children of Habaiah, the children of Koz, the children of Barzillai: who took a wife of the daughters of Barzillai the Gileadite, and was called after their name:

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And of the children of the priests: the children of Hobia, the children of Accos, the children of Berzellai, who took a wife of the daughters of Berzellai, the Galaadite, and was called by their name:

Translation for Translators T4T

Hobaiah’s clan, Hakkoz’s clan, and Barzillai’s clan also returned. Barzillai had married a woman who was a descendant of Barzillai from the Gilead region, and he had taken for himself the name of his father-in-law’s clan.

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Ezra 2:61 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וּ/מִ/בְּנֵי֙ הַ/כֹּ֣הֲנִ֔ים בְּנֵ֥י חֳבַיָּ֖ה בְּנֵ֣י הַקּ֑וֹץ בְּנֵ֣י בַרְזִלַּ֗י אֲשֶׁ֣ר לָ֠קַח מִ/בְּנ֞וֹת בַּרְזִלַּ֤י הַ/גִּלְעָדִי֙ אִשָּׁ֔ה וַ/יִּקָּרֵ֖א עַל שְׁמָֽ/ם

וּ/מִ/בְּנֵי֙ bên H1121 son Conj | Prep | N-mp

הַ/כֹּ֣הֲנִ֔ים kôhên H3548 priest Art | N-mp

בְּנֵ֥י bên H1121 son N-mp

חֳבַיָּ֖ה Chăbayâh H2252 Habaiah N-proper

בְּנֵ֣י bên H1121 son N-mp

הַקּ֑וֹץ Qôwts H6976 Hakkoz N-proper

בְּנֵ֣י bên H1121 son N-mp

בַרְזִלַּ֗י Barzillay H1271 Barzillai N-proper

אֲשֶׁ֣ר ʼăsher H834 which Rel

לָ֠קַח lâqach H3947 to take V-Qal-Perf-3ms

מִ/בְּנ֞וֹת bath H1323 Bath (Shua) Prep | N-fp

בַּרְזִלַּ֤י Barzillay H1271 Barzillai N-proper

הַ/גִּלְעָדִי֙ Gilʻâdîy H1569 Gileadite Art | Ngmsa

אִשָּׁ֔ה ʼishshâh H802 woman N-fs

וַ/יִּקָּרֵ֖א qârâʼ H7121 to call Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3ms

עַל ʻal H5921 upon Prep

שְׁמָֽ/ם shêm H8034 name N-ms | Suff

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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 2:61

וּ/מִ/בְּנֵי֙ bên H1121 "son" Conj | Prep | 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.

הַ/כֹּ֣הֲנִ֔ים kôhên H3548 "priest" Art | N-mp

In the Bible, a priest is a person who serves God and leads others in worship, like the Levitical priests in Exodus. They were responsible for making sacrifices and following God's laws. This term is also used to describe Jesus as a priest-king.

Definition: 1) priest, principal officer or chief ruler 1a) priest-king (Melchizedek, Messiah) 1b) pagan priests 1c) priests of Jehovah 1d) Levitical priests 1e) Zadokite priests 1f) Aaronic priests 1g) the high priest Aramaic equivalent: ka.hen (כָּהֵן "priest" H3549)

Usage: Occurs in 653 OT verses. KJV: chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer. See also: Genesis 14:18; Leviticus 13:33; Numbers 17:2.

בְּנֵ֥י bên H1121 "son" N-mp

Definition: : child/son

חֳבַיָּ֖ה Chăbayâh H2252 "Habaiah" N-proper

Habaiah was an Israelite who lived during the time of exile and return, mentioned in Ezra and Nehemiah. His name means 'Jehovah has hidden' and he was a head of a priestly family. He returned from exile with Zerubbabel.

Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.61; also called Hobaiah at Neh.7.63; § Habaiah = "Jehovah has hidden" head of a priestly family who returned from exile with Zerubbabel

Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Habaiah. See also: Ezra 2:61; Nehemiah 7:63.

בְּנֵ֣י bên H1121 "son" N-mp

Definition: : child/son

הַקּ֑וֹץ Qôwts H6976 "Hakkoz" N-proper

Hakkoz was an Israelite who lived during the time of exile and return, as mentioned in Nehemiah 3:4. His name means 'thorn' and he was the father of Uriah, a priest who returned from exile with Zerubbabel.

Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Neh.3.4; father of: Uriah (H0223H) § Koz = "thorn" 1) a descendant of Judah 2) a priest who returned from exile with Zerubbabel

Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Koz, Hakkoz (including the article). See also: 1 Chronicles 4:8; Nehemiah 3:4; Nehemiah 7:63.

בְּנֵ֣י bên H1121 "son" N-mp

Definition: : child/son

בַרְזִלַּ֗י Barzillay H1271 "Barzillai" N-proper

Barzillai means 'my iron' and was the name of three Israelites, including a Gileadite leader who helped David defeat Absalom's rebellion.

Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.61 § Barzillai = "my iron" 1) a Gileadite leader who helped David defeat Absalom's rebellion 2) a priest, son-in-law to Barzillai the Gileadite 3) an Israelite from Mahalath whose son Adriel married Michal, Saul's daughter

Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Barzillai. See also: 2 Samuel 17:27; 2 Samuel 19:40; Nehemiah 7:63.

אֲשֶׁ֣ר ʼăsher H834 "which" Rel

This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.

Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when

Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.

לָ֠קַח lâqach H3947 "to take" V-Qal-Perf-3ms

This Hebrew word means to take or get something, and it is used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to take a wife, to take possession of something, or to receive a gift. For example, in Genesis 2:22, God takes a rib from Adam to create Eve.

Definition: : take 1) to take, get, fetch, lay hold of, seize, receive, acquire, buy, bring, marry, take a wife, snatch, take away 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to take, take in the hand 1a2) to take and carry along 1a3) to take from, take out of, take, carry away, take away 1a4) to take to or for a person, procure, get, take possession of, select, choose, take in marriage, receive, accept 1a5) to take up or upon, put upon 1a6) to fetch 1a7) to take, lead, conduct 1a8) to take, capture, seize 1a9) to take, carry off 1a10) to take (vengeance) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be captured 1b2) to be taken away, be removed 1b3) to be taken, brought unto 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be taken from or out of 1c2) to be stolen from 1c3) to be taken captive 1c4) to be taken away, be removed 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be taken unto, be brought unto 1d2) to be taken out of 1d3) to be taken away 1e) (Hithpael) 1e1) to take hold of oneself 1e2) to flash about (of lightning)

Usage: Occurs in 909 OT verses. KJV: accept, bring, buy, carry away, drawn, fetch, get, infold, [idiom] many, mingle, place, receive(-ing), reserve, seize, send for, take (away, -ing, up), use, win. See also: Genesis 2:15; Genesis 34:17; Exodus 30:23.

מִ/בְּנ֞וֹת bath H1323 "Bath (Shua)" Prep | N-fp

The Hebrew word for daughter is used to describe a female child or a woman, and can also be used figuratively. In the Bible, it is used to describe women like Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah and later of King David.

Definition: A woman living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.38.2; daughter of: Shua (H7770); married to Judah (H3063); mother of: Er (H6147), Onan (H0209) and Shelah (H7956) the wife of Uriah whom David had murdered, having had adulterous relations with her; subsequently wife of David and mother of Solomon, Shimea, Shobab, and Nathan (alternate spelling to 'Bathsheba')

Usage: Occurs in 498 OT verses. KJV: apple (of the eye), branch, company, daughter, [idiom] first, [idiom] old, [phrase] owl, town, village. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 2:21; Ruth 1:13.

בַּרְזִלַּ֤י Barzillay H1271 "Barzillai" N-proper

Barzillai means 'my iron' and was the name of three Israelites, including a Gileadite leader who helped David defeat Absalom's rebellion.

Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Barzillai. See also: 2 Samuel 17:27; 2 Samuel 19:40; Nehemiah 7:63.

הַ/גִּלְעָדִי֙ Gilʻâdîy H1569 "Gileadite" Art | Ngmsa

A Gileadite is someone from Gilead, a descendant of the region or the tribe of Manasseh. They are inhabitants of the 'rocky region' of Gilead.

Definition: Someone from Gilead Group of gil.ad (גִּלְעָד "Gilead" H1568) § Gileadite = "rocky region" 1) an inhabitant of Gilead - 2) a branch of the tribe of Manasseh, descended of Gilead

Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: Gileadite. See also: Numbers 26:29; 2 Samuel 17:27; Nehemiah 7:63.

אִשָּׁ֔ה ʼishshâh H802 "woman" N-fs

The Hebrew word for woman, used to describe a female person, wife, or animal, appears in many biblical passages, including Genesis and Exodus, and is often translated as woman, wife, or female.

Definition: : woman 1) woman, wife, female 1a) woman (opposite of man) 1b) wife (woman married to a man) 1c) female (of animals) 1d) each, every (pronoun)

Usage: Occurs in 686 OT verses. KJV: (adulter) ess, each, every, female, [idiom] many, [phrase] none, one, [phrase] together, wife, woman. Often unexpressed in English. See also: Genesis 2:22; Genesis 34:4; Numbers 5:12.

וַ/יִּקָּרֵ֖א qârâʼ H7121 "to call" Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3ms

This Hebrew word means to call out to someone or something, often by name. It's used in many situations, like calling for help or reading aloud. In Genesis, God calls out to Adam in the Garden.

Definition: : call_to/invite/entreat 1) to call, call out, recite, read, cry out, proclaim 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to call, cry, utter a loud sound 1a2) to call unto, cry (for help), call (with name of God) 1a3) to proclaim 1a4) to read aloud, read (to oneself), read 1a5) to summon, invite, call for, call and commission, appoint, call and endow 1a6) to call, name, give name to, call by 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to call oneself 1b2) to be called, be proclaimed, be read aloud, be summoned, be named 1c) (Pual) to be called, be named, be called out, be chosen

Usage: Occurs in 689 OT verses. KJV: bewray (self), that are bidden, call (for, forth, self, upon), cry (unto), (be) famous, guest, invite, mention, (give) name, preach, (make) proclaim(-ation), pronounce, publish, read, renowned, say. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 49:1; Judges 1:26.

עַל ʻal H5921 "upon" Prep

This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.

Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)

Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.

שְׁמָֽ/ם shêm H8034 "name" N-ms | Suff

In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.

Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)

Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.

Study Notes — Ezra 2:61

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Ezra 2:61 Summary
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Gill's Exposition on Ezra 2:61
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 2:61
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezra 2:61
Trapp's Commentary on Ezra 2:61
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 2:61
Cambridge Bible on Ezra 2:61
Whedon's Commentary on Ezra 2:61
Sermons on Ezra 2:61

Context — The List of Returning Exiles

59The following came up from Tel-melah, Tel-harsha, Cherub, Addan, and Immer, but they could not prove that their families were descended from Israel: 60the descendants of Delaiah, the descendants of Tobiah, and the descendants of Nekoda, 652 in all.

61And from among the priests: the descendants of Hobaiah, the descendants of Hakkoz, and the descendants of Barzillai (who had married a daughter of Barzillai the Gileadite and was called by their name).

62These men searched for their family records, but they could not find them and so were excluded from the priesthood as unclean. 63The governor ordered them not to eat the most holy things until there was a priest to consult the Urim and Thummim.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	2 Samuel 17:27	When David came to Mahanaim, he was met by Shobi son of Nahash from Rabbah of the Ammonites, Machir son of Ammiel from Lo-debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite from Rogelim.
2	1 Kings 2:7	But show loving devotion to the sons of Barzillai the Gileadite, and let them be among those who eat at your table, because they stood by me when I fled from your brother Absalom.
3	2 Samuel 19:31–39	Now Barzillai the Gileadite had come down from Rogelim to cross the Jordan with the king and send him on his way from there. Barzillai was quite old, eighty years of age, and since he was a very wealthy man, he had provided for the king while he stayed in Mahanaim. The king said to Barzillai, “Cross over with me, and I will provide for you at my side in Jerusalem.” But Barzillai replied, “How many years of my life remain, that I should go up to Jerusalem with the king? I am now eighty years old. Can I discern what is good and what is not? Can your servant taste what he eats or drinks? Can I still hear the voice of singing men and women? Why should your servant be an added burden to my lord the king? Your servant could go with the king only a short distance past the Jordan; why should the king repay me with such a reward? Please let your servant return, that I may die in my own city near the tomb of my father and mother. But here is your servant Chimham. Let him cross over with my lord the king, and do for him what is good in your sight.” The king replied, “Chimham will cross over with me, and I will do for him what seems good in your sight, and I will do for you whatever you desire of me.” So all the people crossed the Jordan, and then the king crossed over. The king kissed Barzillai and blessed him, and Barzillai returned home.
4	Nehemiah 7:63–64	And from among the priests: the descendants of Hobaiah, the descendants of Hakkoz, and the descendants of Barzillai (who had married a daughter of Barzillai the Gileadite and was called by their name). These men searched for their family records, but they could not find them and so were excluded from the priesthood as unclean.

Ezra 2:61 Summary

This verse talks about some priests who returned from exile but weren't sure if they were really descendants of the original priestly families. It's like trying to figure out if you're part of a certain family tree. The Bible teaches us that our spiritual heritage is important, and we should strive to be pure and faithful in our walk with God, just like the priests were supposed to be, as seen in Leviticus 21:6-8 and Hebrews 7:26. By studying this verse, we can learn more about God's desire for His people to be set apart and holy, as mentioned in 1 Peter 1:15-16 and 2 Corinthians 6:17-18.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who were the descendants of Hobaiah, Hakkoz, and Barzillai in Ezra 2:61?

These were priestly families who had returned from exile but had some uncertainty about their lineage, as mentioned in Ezra 2:61, similar to those in Ezra 2:59-60 who could not prove their families were descended from Israel, highlighting the importance of genealogical records in the Bible, such as in Genesis 5:1 and 1 Chronicles 1:1-54.

Why was it important for the priests to prove their lineage?

In order to serve as priests, they had to be descended from Aaron, as instructed in Exodus 28:1 and Numbers 3:10, to maintain the purity and integrity of the priestly office, as also seen in Ezekiel 44:15-16.

What does it mean that the descendants of Barzillai were called by their name?

This refers to the practice of taking on the name of a prominent family or clan, as seen in the case of Esther, who was adopted by Mordecai and took on his family name, highlighting the significance of family identity in biblical times, as mentioned in Ruth 4:18 and 1 Samuel 1:20.

How does this verse relate to the broader theme of restoration in the book of Ezra?

Ezra 2:61 is part of the larger narrative of the return from exile and the rebuilding of the temple, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His people, as seen in Ezra 1:1-4 and Isaiah 44:28, and highlighting the importance of purity and integrity in worship, as mentioned in Malachi 3:10 and Hebrews 13:15-16.

Reflection Questions

What does this verse teach us about the importance of knowing our spiritual heritage and being able to trace our roots back to God's people?
How can we, like the descendants of Barzillai, be identified with God's people and take on the name of Christ, as seen in Acts 11:26 and 1 Peter 4:16?
In what ways can we, as modern-day believers, learn from the example of the priests in Ezra 2:61 and strive to maintain purity and integrity in our own lives, as instructed in 2 Corinthians 7:1 and 1 Thessalonians 4:7?
What does this verse reveal about God's heart for His people and His desire to restore and redeem them, as seen in Psalm 107:1-3 and Isaiah 43:1-7?

Gill's Exposition on Ezra 2:61

And of the children of the priests,.... Who could not make out their pedigree, for those that could are mentioned before: the children of Habaiah, the children of Koz, the children of Barzillai; how

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 2:61

And of the children of the priests: the children of Habaiah, the children of Koz, the children of Barzillai; which took a wife of the daughters of Barzillai the Gileadite, and was called after their

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezra 2:61

To wit, Barzillai; which name he preferred before that of his own family, accounting it, as it seems, a greater honour to be allied to so noble a family, than to be a priest of the Lord. But by this ambition he deprived himself of the honour and advantage of the priesthood, as it is here noted, .

Trapp's Commentary on Ezra 2:61

Ezra 2:61 And of the children of the priests: the children of Habaiah, the children of Koz, the children of Barzillai; which took a wife of the daughters of Barzillai the Gileadite, and was called after their name:Ver. 61. And was called after their name] After the name of his wife’ s father, that noble Gileadite; as holding it a greater honour to be allied to Barzillai than to be looked upon as a priest. It was therefore just upon such proud and insolent people, that as they had once scorned the priesthood, so the priesthood should now scorn them.

Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 2:61

(61) Barzillai the Gileadite.—See the well-known history in 2 Samuel 17:27. After their name.—Rather, after her name, she having been probably an heiress.

Cambridge Bible on Ezra 2:61

61. Habaiah] This name appears in Nehemiah 7:63 as ‘Hobaiah’. R.V. Koz] R.V. ‘Hakkoz’. This name appears as that of the seventh priestly course in 1 Chronicles 24:10. of the daughters of Barzillai the Gileadite] Barzillai, the rich and noble Gileadite who assisted David during his flight from his son Absalom. Barzillai’s son Chimham accompanied David to Jerusalem on his return (2 Samuel 17:27; 2 Samuel 19:32 ff.; 1 Kings 2:7). Chimham probably founded a family called after his own name, which resided at Bethlehem (Jeremiah 41:17). Barzillai’s position and estates in Gilead were inherited by his daughters, through whom their father’s name was preserved. One of them was married to a priest, who thereupon received the family name. His descendants however were unable to make out their claim to belong to the priesthood; possibly on account of the confusion resulting from the altered name. The R.V. places a full stop at the close of this verse.

Whedon's Commentary on Ezra 2:61

61. The children of Barzillai — So called, as is immediately explained, because their ancestor, a priest, had married a daughter of the distinguished Gileadite, who showed great kindness to David.

Sermons on Ezra 2:61

	Sermon	Description
	(Through the Bible) Ezra by Chuck Smith	In this sermon, the speaker talks about a man who had been bragging to the king about the power and greatness of God. As a result, the king gave him a lot of gold and silver, but n

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Ezra 2:61

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