Ezra 8:34
Ezra 8:34 in Multiple Translations
Everything was verified by number and weight, and the total weight was recorded at that time.
By number and by weight of every one: and all the weight was written at that time.
the whole by number and by weight: and all the weight was written at that time.
All was handed over by number and by weight: and the weight was put on record at that time.
Everything was checked, both by number and weight, and the total weight was written down at the time.
By number and by weight of euery one, and all the weight was written at the same time.
by number, by weight of every one, and all the weight is written at that time.
Everything was counted and weighed; and all the weight was written at that time.
By number and by weight of every one: and all the weight was written at that time.
According to the number and weight of every thing: and all the weight was written at that time.
They counted everything, and wrote down how much they weighed, and wrote a description of each item.
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezra 8:34
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Ezra 8:34 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּ/מִסְפָּ֥ר
בְּ/מִשְׁקָ֖ל
לַ/כֹּ֑ל
וַ/יִּכָּתֵ֥ב
כָּֽל
הַ/מִּשְׁקָ֖ל
בָּ/עֵ֥ת
הַ/הִֽיא
בְּ/מִסְפָּ֥ר
miçpâr
H4557
number
Prep | N-ms
בְּ/מִשְׁקָ֖ל
mishqâl
H4948
weight
Prep | N-ms
לַ/כֹּ֑ל
kôl
H3605
all
Prep | N-ms
וַ/יִּכָּתֵ֥ב
kâthab
H3789
to write
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3ms
כָּֽל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
הַ/מִּשְׁקָ֖ל
mishqâl
H4948
weight
Art | N-ms
בָּ/עֵ֥ת
ʻêth
H6256
time
Prep | N-cs
הַ/הִֽיא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Art | Pron
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 8:34
בְּ/מִסְפָּ֥ר
miçpâr
H4557
"number"
Prep | N-ms
This word refers to a number or quantity, whether large or small, and can also mean a narrative or story. It is used in many biblical contexts to describe counting or recounting events. In the Bible, it appears in passages about census and genealogy.
Definition: 1) number, tale 1a) number 1a1) number 1a2) innumerable (with negative) 1a3) few, numerable (alone) 1a4) by count, in number, according to number (with prep) 1b) recounting, relation
Usage: Occurs in 129 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] abundance, account, [idiom] all, [idiom] few, (in-) finite, (certain) number(-ed), tale, telling, [phrase] time. See also: Genesis 34:30; 1 Chronicles 12:24; Psalms 40:13.
בְּ/מִשְׁקָ֖ל
mishqâl
H4948
"weight"
Prep | N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means weight or heaviness, often referring to a full weight, like in trade or commerce, as seen in Genesis. It represents a standard unit of measurement.
Definition: heaviness, weight
Usage: Occurs in 42 OT verses. KJV: (full) weight. See also: Genesis 24:22; 1 Kings 7:47; Jeremiah 52:20.
לַ/כֹּ֑ל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
וַ/יִּכָּתֵ֥ב
kâthab
H3789
"to write"
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To write or record something, including inscribing or engraving. It is used in various contexts, such as writing down a decree or subscribing to an agreement. This word is about putting thoughts or ideas into written form.
Definition: 1) to write, record, enrol 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to write, inscribe, engrave, write in, write on 1a2) to write down, describe in writing 1a3) to register, enrol, record 1a4) to decree 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be written 1b2) to be written down, be recorded, be enrolled 1c) (Piel) to continue writing Aramaic equivalent: ke.tav (כְּתַב "to write" H3790)
Usage: Occurs in 212 OT verses. KJV: describe, record, prescribe, subscribe, write(-ing, -ten). See also: Exodus 17:14; 1 Chronicles 9:1; Psalms 40:8.
כָּֽל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
הַ/מִּשְׁקָ֖ל
mishqâl
H4948
"weight"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means weight or heaviness, often referring to a full weight, like in trade or commerce, as seen in Genesis. It represents a standard unit of measurement.
Definition: heaviness, weight
Usage: Occurs in 42 OT verses. KJV: (full) weight. See also: Genesis 24:22; 1 Kings 7:47; Jeremiah 52:20.
בָּ/עֵ֥ת
ʻêth
H6256
"time"
Prep | N-cs
Eth means time, especially now or when, and can refer to an event, experience, or occasion. It is often used to describe a specific moment or period.
Definition: 1) time 1a) time (of an event) 1b) time (usual) 1c) experiences, fortunes 1d) occurrence, occasion
Usage: Occurs in 258 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] after, (al-) ways, [idiom] certain, [phrase] continually, [phrase] evening, long, (due) season, so (long) as, (even-, evening-, noon-) tide, (meal-), what) time, when. See also: Genesis 8:11; 2 Chronicles 35:17; Psalms 1:3.
הַ/הִֽיא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Art | Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
Study Notes — Ezra 8:34
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Context — Arrival in Jerusalem
32So we arrived at Jerusalem and rested there for three days.
33On the fourth day, in the house of our God, we weighed out the silver and gold and sacred articles into the hand of Meremoth son of Uriah, the priest. Eleazar son of Phinehas was with him, along with the Levites Jozabad son of Jeshua and Noadiah son of Binnui.
34Everything was verified by number and weight, and the total weight was recorded at that time.
35Then the exiles who had returned from captivity sacrificed burnt offerings to the God of Israel: 12 bulls for all Israel, 96 rams, 77 lambs, and a sin offering of 12 male goats. All this was a burnt offering to the LORD. 36They also delivered the king’s edicts to the royal satraps and governors of the region west of the Euphrates, who proceeded to assist the people and the house of God.Ezra 8:34 Summary
Ezra 8:34 shows us that the Israelites were very careful and honest when they were handling the offerings for God. They made sure to count and weigh everything, and they wrote down the total weight so they could remember it later. This teaches us to be faithful and trustworthy in the things God has given us, just like the servants in Matthew 25:14-30. By being diligent and honest, we can show our love and respect for God, and trust that He will guide us in all we do, as promised in Psalm 32:8.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was it important to verify everything by number and weight in Ezra 8:34?
Verifying everything by number and weight ensured transparency and accountability in the handling of the offerings, as seen in Ezra 8:33, and demonstrated a commitment to honesty and integrity, as taught in Proverbs 10:9.
What is the significance of recording the total weight at that time?
Recording the total weight at that time provided a permanent record of the offerings, allowing for future reference and accountability, much like the detailed records kept in Nehemiah 13:13.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of stewardship in the Bible?
This verse highlights the importance of faithful stewardship, as seen in Matthew 25:14-30, where servants are held accountable for their management of resources, and in 1 Corinthians 4:2, which emphasizes the need for faithfulness in handling the things of God.
What can we learn from the attention to detail in Ezra 8:34?
The attention to detail in this verse teaches us the importance of being diligent and thorough in our responsibilities, as seen in Colossians 3:23-24, where we are called to work heartily for the Lord.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to be more diligent and thorough, like the Israelites in Ezra 8:34?
- How can I apply the principle of transparency and accountability in my own life, as seen in this verse?
- What are some ways I can demonstrate faithfulness and integrity in my handling of resources, as taught in this passage?
- How can I balance the need for attention to detail with the need to trust in God's sovereignty, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 8:34
By number and by weight of everyone,.... They were delivered in by tale and weight, which exactly agreed to the number and weight in which they received them: and all the weight was written at that
Trapp's Commentary on Ezra 8:34
Ezra 8:34 By number [and] by weight of every one: and all the weight was written at that time.Ver. 34. By number and by weight, &c.] In reference to this text, let thy confession be full, saith a reverend man; bring out thy sins as those in Ezra did the vessels of the temple, by number and by weight. 1. By number, Leviticus 16:21. Aaron was to confess over the scape-goat all the iniquities of the children of Israel 2. By weight he was to confess all their transgressions in all their sins; that is, laying open how many transgressions were wrapped up in their various sins and their circumstances.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 8:34
(34) By number and by weight.—The number of the vessels and the weight of the ingots were recorded and laid up for security.
Cambridge Bible on Ezra 8:34
34. by number and by weight of every one] R.V. the whole by number and by weight. The amount of the silver and gold was tested by weighing. The vessels and gifts were numbered, and their value estimated by weight. This list and valuation would check that which was supplied by Ezra’s commissioners (Ezra 8:24). was written at that time] An exact inventory made at the date and accessible among other state documents.