Nehemiah 10:2
Nehemiah 10:2 in Multiple Translations
Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah,
Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah,
Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah,
Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah,
Zedekiah, Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah,
Seraiah, Azariah, Ieremiah,
Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah,
Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah,
Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah,
Saraias, Azarias, Jeremias,
The priests who signed it were: Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah,
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וְ/עַ֖ל
הַ/חֲתוּמִ֑ים
נְחֶמְיָ֧ה
הַ/תִּרְשָׁ֛תָא
בֶּן
חֲכַלְיָ֖ה
וְ/צִדְקִיָּֽה
וְ/עַ֖ל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Conj | Prep
הַ/חֲתוּמִ֑ים
châtham
H2856
to seal
Art | V-Qal-Inf-c
נְחֶמְיָ֧ה
Nᵉchemyâh
H5166
Nehemiah
N-proper
הַ/תִּרְשָׁ֛תָא
Tirshâthâʼ
H8660
governor
Art | N-ms
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
חֲכַלְיָ֖ה
Chăkalyâh
H2446
Hacaliah
N-proper
וְ/צִדְקִיָּֽה
Tsidqîyâh
H6667
Zedekiah
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 10:2
וְ/עַ֖ל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Conj | 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.
הַ/חֲתוּמִ֑ים
châtham
H2856
"to seal"
Art | V-Qal-Inf-c
To seal means to close or lock something, like a document or container. This word is used in the Bible to describe marking or sealing something, often with a signet ring.
Definition: 1) to seal, seal up, affix a seal 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to seal, affix one's seal 1a2) to seal up, fasten up by sealing 1b) (Niphal) to seal 1c) (Piel) to lock up 1d) (Hiphil) to be stopped Aramaic equivalent: cha.tam (חֲתַם "to seal" H2857)
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: make an end, mark, seal (up), stop. See also: Leviticus 15:3; Job 37:7; Isaiah 8:16.
נְחֶמְיָ֧ה
Nᵉchemyâh
H5166
"Nehemiah"
N-proper
Nehemiah was a leader who helped the Israelites return from exile, becoming governor of Judah. His name means Jehovah comforts, and he played a key role in rebuilding Jerusalem.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.3.16; son of: Azbuk (H5802) § Nehemiah = "Jehovah comforts" 1) the son of Hachaliah, cupbearer to king Artaxerxes, who became governor of Judah after the return from exile 2) one of the 12 heads of the people who returned from exile with Zerubbabel 3) son of Azbuk and ruler of the half part of Beth-zur, who helped to repair the wall of Jerusalem
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Nehemiah. See also: Ezra 2:2; Nehemiah 8:9; Nehemiah 12:47.
הַ/תִּרְשָׁ֛תָא
Tirshâthâʼ
H8660
"governor"
Art | N-ms
Tirshatha was a title used by Persian governors in Judea, like Nehemiah. It refers to a high-ranking official. This title appears in the book of Nehemiah.
Definition: 1) Tirshatha-governor 1a) a title used by the Persian governor in Judea 1a1) Nehemiah used this title
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Tirshatha. See also: Ezra 2:63; Nehemiah 7:69; Nehemiah 10:2.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
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.
חֲכַלְיָ֖ה
Chăkalyâh
H2446
"Hacaliah"
N-proper
Hachaliah was a man who lived during the time of the Israelites' exile and return, as mentioned in Nehemiah 1:1. He was the father of Nehemiah, a leader who helped rebuild Jerusalem. His name means whom Jehovah enlightens.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Neh.1.1; father of: Nehemiah (H5166H), Hanani (H2607J) § Hachaliah = "whom Jehovah enlightens" the father of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Hachaliah. See also: Nehemiah 1:1; Nehemiah 10:2.
וְ/צִדְקִיָּֽה
Tsidqîyâh
H6667
"Zedekiah"
Conj | N-proper
Zedekiah means Jehovah is righteous, the name of six Israelites including the last king of Judah, as seen in Jeremiah 36:12. He was renamed by Nebuchadnezzar and son of Josiah. Zedekiah was a significant figure in the Divided Monarchy period.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Jer.36.12; son of: Hananiah (H2608M) § Zedekiah = "Jehovah is righteous" 1) the last king of Judah renamed from 'Mattaniah' by Nebuchadnezzar; son of Josiah by wife Hamutal; placed on the throne by Nebuchadnezzar when he carried his nephew Jehoiakim in captivity 2) false prophet at the court of king Ahab of the northern kingdom of Israel 3) son of Maaseiah, a false prophet in Babylon 4) son of Hananiah, one of the princes of Judah in the time of Jeremiah 5) a priest who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah 6) son of king Jehoiakim of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 62 OT verses. KJV: Zedekiah, Zidkijah. See also: 1 Kings 22:11; Jeremiah 34:6; Jeremiah 1:3.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 10:2
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Context — Signers of the Covenant
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nehemiah 11:11 | Seraiah son of Hilkiah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Zadok, the son of Meraioth, the son of Ahitub, the chief official of the house of God; |
| 2 | Nehemiah 3:23 | Beyond them, Benjamin and Hasshub made repairs in front of their house, and next to them, Azariah son of Maaseiah, the son of Ananiah, made repairs beside his house. |
| 3 | Nehemiah 12:1 | Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra, |
| 4 | Nehemiah 12:33–34 | along with Azariah, Ezra, Meshullam, Judah, Benjamin, Shemaiah, Jeremiah, |
Nehemiah 10:2 Summary
[This verse lists the names of some of the leaders who agreed to follow God's laws and commands, as part of a larger covenant with God, similar to the one in Deuteronomy 29:12-15. By sealing the document, they were making a public promise to obey God and follow His ways. This is similar to how we might sign a contract or make a promise to someone today. Just like these leaders, we can also make a commitment to follow God and live according to His Word, as seen in Psalm 119:105-112 where the psalmist delights in God's Word and commits to following it.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the individuals listed in Nehemiah 10:2?
The individuals listed in Nehemiah 10:2, such as Seraiah, Azariah, and Jeremiah, are likely prominent leaders or priests in the community who have sealed the document, as mentioned in Nehemiah 10:1, similar to how leaders were chosen in Exodus 18:21 to help Moses lead the people.
What is the significance of sealing a document in the Bible?
Sealing a document in the Bible, as seen in Nehemiah 10:1-2, signified a formal agreement or covenant, similar to the seals used in Esther 8:8 to authenticate royal decrees, and serves as a public declaration of one's commitment to the terms of the document, as seen in Deuteronomy 29:12-15 where the people of Israel committed to the covenant with God.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter?
This verse is part of a larger list of individuals who have sealed the document, as mentioned in Nehemiah 10:1-27, and it highlights the collective commitment of the community to the covenant they have made with God, similar to the covenant renewal in 2 Chronicles 34:29-33 where the king and people of Judah renewed their covenant with God.
What can we learn from the names listed in this verse?
The names listed in Nehemiah 10:2, such as Seraiah, Azariah, and Jeremiah, remind us that God works through individuals to accomplish His purposes, as seen in Romans 16:3-16 where Paul greets various individuals who have contributed to the spread of the Gospel, and that each person has a unique role to play in the story of God's people, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 where Paul explains that each member of the body of Christ has a vital function.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for me to 'seal' my commitment to God, and how can I demonstrate my devotion to Him in my daily life?
- How can I, like the individuals listed in this verse, use my position or influence to promote the values and principles of God's kingdom?
- In what ways can I work together with others in my community to accomplish God's purposes, just as the leaders and people of Israel did in Nehemiah 10?
- What are some ways that I can, like Seraiah, Azariah, and Jeremiah, be a faithful and courageous leader in my own sphere of influence?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 10:2
[See comments on Ne 10:1].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 10:2
Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 10:2
(2) Seraiah.—The family name of the high-priestly house to which Ezra and Eliashib belonged, one of whom—probably Ezra—affixed its seal.
Barnes' Notes on Nehemiah 10:2
The names are not personal, but designate families. The seal of the high-priestly house of Seraiah was probably appended either by Ezra or Eliashib, both of whom belonged to it.
Whedon's Commentary on Nehemiah 10:2
2. Seraiah is called in Nehemiah 11:11, “the ruler of the house of God,” and Keil supposes he signed the document in place of the high priest. Azariah is probably a clerical error, or corruption of Ezra.