Nehemiah 10:22
Nehemiah 10:22 in Multiple Translations
Pelatiah, Hanan, Anaiah,
Pelatiah, Hanan, Anaiah,
Pelatiah, Hanan, Anaiah,
Pelatiah, Hanan, Anaiah,
Pelatiah, Hanan, Anaiah,
Pelatiah, Hanan, Anaiah,
Pelatiah, Hanan, Anaiah,
Pelatiah, Hanan, Anaiah,
Pelatiah, Hanan, Anaiah,
Pheltia, Hanan, Anaia,
Pelatiah, Hanan, Anaiah,
Berean Amplified Bible — Nehemiah 10:22
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Nehemiah 10:22 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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מְשֵׁיזַבְאֵ֥ל
צָד֖וֹק
יַדּֽוּעַ
מְשֵׁיזַבְאֵ֥ל
Mᵉshêyzabʼêl
H4898
Meshezabel
N-proper
צָד֖וֹק
Tsâdôwq
H6659
Zadok
N-proper
יַדּֽוּעַ
Yaddûwaʻ
H3037
Jaddua
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 10:22
מְשֵׁיזַבְאֵ֥ל
Mᵉshêyzabʼêl
H4898
"Meshezabel"
N-proper
Meshezabel was an Israelite who lived during the time of the Exile and Return, as mentioned in the book of Nehemiah. His name means 'God delivers' and he was the father of Pethahiah, who helped Nehemiah rebuild the wall of Jerusalem.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.11.24; father of: Pethahiah (H6611J) § Meshezabeel = "God delivers" 1) ancestor of Meshullam who assisted Nehemiah in rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem 1a) perhaps the same as 2 and 3 2) a head of the people who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah 2a) perhaps the same as 1 and 3 3) father of Pethahiah and descendant of Zerah the son of Judah 3a) perhaps the same as 1 and 2
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Meshezabeel. See also: Nehemiah 3:4; Nehemiah 10:22; Nehemiah 11:24.
צָד֖וֹק
Tsâdôwq
H6659
"Zadok"
N-proper
Zadok was a high priest in Israel who supported King David and anointed Solomon as king. His name means righteous and he is mentioned in 1 Kings and Nehemiah. Zadok was a key figure in Israel's history.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.13.13 § Zadok = "righteous" 1) the high priest, son of Ahitub of the house of Eleazar the son of Aaron, and 11th in descent from Aaron; joined David after Saul's death and supported him against Absalom and Adonijah; anointed Solomon as king 2) a priest, son of Meraioth, father of Meshullam of the house of Ahitub; apparently a nephew of 1 3) father of Jerusha, the wife of king Uzziah and mother of king Jotham of Judah 4) son of Baana and repairer of the wall of Jerusalem in the time of Nehemiah 5) son of Immer and repairer of the wall of Jerusalem in the time of Nehemiah 6) a leader of the people in the time of Nehemiah 7) a scribe appointed by Nehemiah as one of the treasurers over the storehouse 8) a valiant warrior of the tribe of Benjamin who joined David at Hebron. Same as 1?
Usage: Occurs in 50 OT verses. KJV: Zadok. See also: 2 Samuel 8:17; 1 Chronicles 5:34; Ezekiel 48:11.
יַדּֽוּעַ
Yaddûwaʻ
H3037
"Jaddua"
N-proper
Jaddua was a Levite who lived during the time of Exile and Return, mentioned in Nehemiah 12:11. He was a chief of the people and a high priest, and his name means 'knowing'.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Neh.12.11; son of: Johanan (H3110L) § Jaddua = "knowing" 1) one of the chiefs of the people who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah 2) son and successor in the high priesthood of Jonathan, Jeshua, or Johanan; the last of the high priests mentioned in the OT, probably living in the time of Alexander the Great
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Jaddua. See also: Nehemiah 10:22; Nehemiah 12:11; Nehemiah 12:22.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 10:22
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Context — Signers of the Covenant
20Magpiash, Meshullam, Hezir,
21Meshezabel, Zadok, Jaddua,
22Pelatiah, Hanan, Anaiah,
23Hoshea, Hananiah, Hasshub, 24Hallohesh, Pilha, Shobek,Nehemiah 10:22 Summary
Nehemiah 10:22 lists the names of Pelatiah, Hanan, and Anaiah, who were likely leaders or prominent individuals who signed a covenant to follow God's laws. This verse reminds us that our actions and decisions have consequences and that God is aware of our individual choices, as stated in Proverbs 15:3. Just like these individuals, we can make a commitment to follow God's laws and commands, as described in Deuteronomy 29:10-13, and trust in His faithfulness and love, as promised in Lamentations 3:22-23. By doing so, we can demonstrate our love and devotion to God, just as the Israelites did in Nehemiah 10:1-39.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the names listed in Nehemiah 10:22?
The names listed in Nehemiah 10:22, such as Pelatiah, Hanan, and Anaiah, are likely the names of leaders or prominent individuals who signed the covenant to follow God's laws, as described in Nehemiah 10:1-39, similar to the covenant made in Exodus 24:7-8.
Why are these specific names mentioned in the Bible?
The Bible mentions these names to provide a historical record of the people who made a commitment to follow God, as seen in Nehemiah 10:1-39, and to demonstrate the importance of individual accountability and faithfulness, as emphasized in Deuteronomy 29:10-13.
What can we learn from the fact that these names are recorded in the Bible?
The fact that these names are recorded in the Bible teaches us that our actions and decisions have consequences and that God is aware of our individual choices, as stated in Proverbs 15:3, and that we will be held accountable for our actions, as warned in Romans 14:12.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of the book of Nehemiah?
This verse is part of a larger list of names in Nehemiah 10:1-27, which serves as a witness to the covenant made by the people to follow God's laws and to separate themselves from the surrounding nations, as described in Nehemiah 9:1-10:39, and to rebuild the wall of Jerusalem, as recounted in Nehemiah 3:1-7:73.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to make a covenant with God, and how can I apply this concept to my own life?
- How can I, like the individuals listed in Nehemiah 10:22, demonstrate my commitment to following God's laws and commands?
- What role do I play in my community or church, and how can I use my position to promote faithfulness and obedience to God?
- In what ways can I, like the Israelites in Nehemiah 10:1-39, renew my commitment to God and rededicate myself to following His laws and commands?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 10:22
[See comments on Ne 10:1].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 10:22
Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 10:22
3–8, Priests: 9–13, Levites: 14–28, Chiefs of the peopleThe 21 names here given are those of the priestly houses. The list of Neh 12:1-3 agrees with it in 16 names. The number 21 is peculiar; in chap. 12 the number is larger by one. In Ezra 2, Nehemiah 7, only four priestly houses are recorded, viz. Jedaiah, Immer, Pashur and Harim, as having returned with Zerubbabel. Pashur is mentioned in Nehemiah 10:3; Harim in Nehemiah 10:5. The other priestly families had either developed themselves out of these first four, or had arrived from time to time from Babylon. That 21 and not 24 are recorded, is noteworthy. Various conjectures have been hazarded, e.g. that names have dropped out from the text, or that three of the priestly tribes refused to sign the document, or that the complete list of priestly houses has not yet been reorganised. Seraiah’s name is given first.
To his family belonged both Eliashib the high-priest and Ezra the scribe. The absence of their names does not therefore deserve the importance which some commentators have given to it. A single signature for the whole house may have been affixed by Eliashib or by Ezra or by some other distinguished person of the same house. We have no reason to look for the names of individual priests among the names of the priestly houses.