Nehemiah 12:8
Nehemiah 12:8 in Multiple Translations
The Levites were Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, who, with his associates, led the songs of thanksgiving.
Moreover the Levites: Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, which was over the thanksgiving, he and his brethren.
Moreover the Levites: Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, who was over the thanksgiving, he and his brethren.
And the Levites: Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, who was over the music-makers, he and his brothers.
The Levites were Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, who with his fellow Levites was in charge of the songs of praise.
And the Leuites, Ieshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Iudah, Mattaniah were ouer the thankesgiuings, he, and his brethren.
And the Levites [are] Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, Mattaniah, he [is] over the thanksgiving, and his brethren,
Moreover the Levites were Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, who was over the thanksgiving songs, he and his brothers.
Moreover the Levites: Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, who was over the thanksgiving, he and his brethren.
And the Levites, Jesua, Bennui, Cedmihel, Sarebia, Juda, Mathanias, they and their brethren were over the hymns:
Some of the other descendants of Levi who returned were Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah. They were in charge of singing songs to thank God.
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וְ/הַ/לְוִיִּ֗ם
יֵשׁ֧וּעַ
בִּנּ֛וּי
קַדְמִיאֵ֥ל
שֵׁרֵבְיָ֖ה
יְהוּדָ֣ה
מַתַּנְיָ֑ה
עַֽל
הֻיְּד֖וֹת
ה֥וּא
וְ/אֶחָֽי/ו
וְ/הַ/לְוִיִּ֗ם
Lêvîyîy
H3881
Levi
Conj | Art | Ngmpa
יֵשׁ֧וּעַ
Yêshûwaʻ
H3442
Jeshua
N-proper
בִּנּ֛וּי
Binnûwy
H1131
Binnui
N-proper
קַדְמִיאֵ֥ל
Qadmîyʼêl
H6934
Kadmiel
N-proper
שֵׁרֵבְיָ֖ה
Shêrêbᵉyâh
H8274
Sherebiah
N-proper
יְהוּדָ֣ה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
Judah
N-proper
מַתַּנְיָ֑ה
Mattanyâh
H4983
Mattaniah
N-proper
עַֽל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
הֻיְּד֖וֹת
huyᵉdâh
H1960
praise
N-fp
ה֥וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
וְ/אֶחָֽי/ו
ʼâch
H251
brother
Conj | N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 12:8
וְ/הַ/לְוִיִּ֗ם
Lêvîyîy
H3881
"Levi"
Conj | Art | Ngmpa
A Levite is a descendant of Levi, one of Jacob's 12 sons, mentioned in Genesis 29:34. Levi's brothers include Reuben, Simeon, and Judah. His descendants played a key role in Israel's spiritual life.
Definition: Someone from the tribe of Levi living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.29.34; son of: Israel (H3478) and Leah (H3812); brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Judah (H3063), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074) and Dinah (H1783); half-brother of: Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Gershon (H1648), Kohath (H6955), Merari (H4847) and Jochebed (H3115) Another name of le.vi (לֵוִי "Levi" H3878) § Levite, of Levi "joined to" 1) the descendants of Levi, the 3rd son of Jacob by Leah 1a) the tribe descended from Levi specially set aside by God for His service
Usage: Occurs in 258 OT verses. KJV: Leviite. See also: Exodus 4:14; 1 Chronicles 6:33; Ezra 6:20.
יֵשׁ֧וּעַ
Yêshûwaʻ
H3442
"Jeshua"
N-proper
Jeshua was a common name in the Bible, given to several men, including a leader who helped the Israelites return from exile. He is mentioned in the book of Ezra, where he is called a son of Jehozadak and a father of Joiakim.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.2; son of: Jehozadak (H3087); father of: Joiakim (H3113); also called Jeshua at Ezr.2.2; 3.2,8; 4.3; 5.2; 1x12.1,7,10,26; Another name of ye.ho.shu.a (יְהוֹשׁוּעַ "Joshua" H3091J) § Jeshua = "he is saved" 1) son of Nun of the tribe of Ephraim and successor to Moses as the leader of the children of Israel; led the conquest of Canaan 2) son of Jehozadak and high priest after the restoration 3) a priest in the time of David who had charge of the 9th course 4) a Levite in the reign of Hezekiah 5) head of a Levitical house which returned from captivity in Babylon 6) father of a builder of the wall of Jerusalem in the time of Nehemiah 7) a town in southern Judah reinhabited by the people of Judah after the return from captivity
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: Jeshua. See also: 1 Chronicles 24:11; Nehemiah 7:11; Nehemiah 12:26.
בִּנּ֛וּי
Binnûwy
H1131
"Binnui"
N-proper
Binnui was an Israelite who helped rebuild Jerusalem's wall under Nehemiah. His name means built up and he is also called Bani in some passages.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Neh.8.7; also called Binnui at Neh.10.9; 12.8; Another name of ba.ni (בָּנִי "Bani" H1137M) § Binnui = "built up" 1) an exile returnee with Zerubbabel, son of Henadad, who assisted at the reparation of the wall of Jerusalem, under Nehemiah 2) a Levite in time of Ezra, father of Noadiah 3) another Levite in time of Ezra, who took a foreign wife 4) still another Levite in time of Ezra, who took a foreign wife
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Binnui. See also: Ezra 8:33; Nehemiah 3:24; Nehemiah 12:8.
קַדְמִיאֵ֥ל
Qadmîyʼêl
H6934
"Kadmiel"
N-proper
Kadmiel was a Levite who helped rebuild the temple after the Exile and led the people in confession. His name means God is the ancient one, and he was a descendant of Hodaviah.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.40; father of: Jeshua (H3442N) § Kadmiel = "God is the ancient one" a Levite, descendant of Hodaviah, and head of a family of returning exiles; also oversaw the work on the temple and also was one of the leaders of the people who led the people in the public confession
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Kadmiel. See also: Ezra 2:40; Nehemiah 9:5; Nehemiah 12:24.
שֵׁרֵבְיָ֖ה
Shêrêbᵉyâh
H8274
"Sherebiah"
N-proper
Sherebiah was a Levite who helped Ezra read the Law and sealed a covenant with Nehemiah after the Exile. His name means Jehovah has scorched, reflecting his connection to a powerful God. He's mentioned in Nehemiah 10:12.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Neh.10.12 § Sherebiah = "Jehovah has scorched" a Levite who assisted Ezra at the reading of the Law and who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Sherebiah. See also: Ezra 8:18; Nehemiah 9:5; Nehemiah 12:24.
יְהוּדָ֣ה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
"Judah"
N-proper
Judah is the name of the tribe descended from Judah, the son of Jacob. It is also the name of the region where the tribe lived. The name means 'praised' and is first mentioned in Genesis.
Definition: § Judah = "praised" the tribe descended from Judah the son of Jacob
Usage: Occurs in 754 OT verses. KJV: Judah. See also: Genesis 29:35; 1 Samuel 23:3; 2 Kings 14:13.
מַתַּנְיָ֑ה
Mattanyâh
H4983
"Mattaniah"
N-proper
Mattaniah was the original name of King Zedekiah, the last king of Judah, and means gift of Jehovah. He was the son of King Josiah and is mentioned in 2 Kings 24:17. Mattaniah was also the name of several other Israelites.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.24.17; son of: Josiah (H2977) and Hamutal (H2537); brother of: Jehoahaz (H3059H); half-brother of: Jehoiakim (H3079) and Shallum (H7967J); also called Mattaniah at 2Ki.24.17; Another name of tsid.qiy.yah (צִדְקִיָּ֫הוּ "Zedekiah" H6667H) § Mattaniah = "gift of Jehovah" 1) the original name of the last king of Judah before the captivity; also known as 'Zedekiah' 2) a Levite, son of Heman, whose office was to blow the horns in the temple service as appointed by David 3) a Levite of the family of Asaph 4) a Levite of the family of Asaph who assisted in the purification of the temple in the reign of Hezekiah 5) a Levite of the family of Asaph who took part in the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem; leader of the temple choir 6) a Levite, descendant of Asaph and ancestor of Jahaziel in the time of Jehoshaphat 7) another Levite in the time of Nehemiah 8) a Levite, father of Zaccur and ancestor of Hanan the under-treasurer who had charge of the offerings in the time of Nehemiah 9) a man of the sons of Elam who had and put away a strange wife in the time of Ezra 10) a man of the sons of Zattu who had and put away a strange wife in the time of Ezra 11) a man descended from Pahath-moab who had and put away a strange wife in the time of Ezra 12) a man of the sons of Bani who had and put away a strange wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: Mattaniah. See also: 2 Kings 24:17; Ezra 10:30; Nehemiah 13:13.
עַֽל
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.
הֻיְּד֖וֹת
huyᵉdâh
H1960
"praise"
N-fp
This Hebrew word means praise, specifically a choir singing together in acclaim, often translated as thanksgiving in the KJV Bible. It refers to songs of praise and worship. In the Bible, praise is a way to express gratitude to God.
Definition: songs of praise
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: thanksgiving. See also: Nehemiah 12:8.
ה֥וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
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.
וְ/אֶחָֽי/ו
ʼâch
H251
"brother"
Conj | N-mp | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a brother or male sibling, but it can also refer to a close relative, friend, or someone with a similar relationship. It is used to describe the bond between brothers, like the relationship between Cain and Abel in Genesis.
Definition: : male-sibling 1) brother 1a) brother of same parents 1b) half-brother (same father) 1c) relative, kinship, same tribe 1d) each to the other (reciprocal relationship) 1e) (fig.) of resemblance
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'. See also: Genesis 4:2; Genesis 42:13; Numbers 25:6.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 12:8
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- Context
- Cross References
- Nehemiah 12:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 12:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 12:8
- Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 12:8
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 12:8
- Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 12:8
- Barnes' Notes on Nehemiah 12:8
Context — The Priests and Levites Who Returned
6Shemaiah, Joiarib, Jedaiah,
7Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, and Jedaiah. These were the leaders of the priests and their associates in the days of Jeshua.
8The Levites were Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, who, with his associates, led the songs of thanksgiving.
9Bakbukiah and Unni, their associates, stood across from them in the services. 10Jeshua was the father of Joiakim, Joiakim was the father of Eliashib, Eliashib was the father of Joiada,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nehemiah 11:17 | Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zabdi, the son of Asaph, who led in thanksgiving and prayer; Bakbukiah, second among his associates; and Abda son of Shammua, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun. |
| 2 | Nehemiah 12:24 | The leaders of the Levites were Hashabiah, Sherebiah, and Jeshua son of Kadmiel, along with their associates, who stood across from them to give praise and thanksgiving as one section alternated with the other, as prescribed by David the man of God. |
| 3 | Nehemiah 11:22 | Now the overseer of the Levites in Jerusalem was Uzzi son of Bani, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Mica. He was one of Asaph’s descendants, who were the singers in charge of the service of the house of God. |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 9:33 | Those who were musicians, the heads of Levite families, stayed in the temple chambers and were exempt from other duties because they were on duty day and night. |
| 5 | Nehemiah 10:9–13 | The Levites: Jeshua son of Azaniah, Binnui of the sons of Henadad, Kadmiel, and their associates: Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan, Mica, Rehob, Hashabiah, Zaccur, Sherebiah, Shebaniah, Hodiah, Bani, and Beninu. |
| 6 | Nehemiah 9:4 | And the Levites—Jeshua, Bani, Kadmiel, Shebaniah, Bunni, Sherebiah, Bani, and Chenani—stood on the raised platform and cried out in a loud voice to the LORD their God. |
| 7 | Nehemiah 7:48 | the descendants of Lebanah, the descendants of Hagabah, the descendants of Shalmai, |
Nehemiah 12:8 Summary
This verse talks about the Levites, who were special helpers in the worship services, and how they led the people in singing songs of thanksgiving to God. It's like when we sing hymns or worship songs in church today, expressing our gratitude to God for all He has done for us, as seen in Psalms 107:1. The Levites were important leaders in helping the people connect with God through music and praise, and we can learn from their example by making gratitude and worship a priority in our own lives, just like in 1 Thessalonians 5:18, where we are told to give thanks in every circumstance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the roles of the Levites in the worship services?
The Levites, including Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, were responsible for leading the songs of thanksgiving, as seen in Nehemiah 12:8, which is similar to their role in 1 Chronicles 6:31-48 where they were appointed to minister in the tabernacle.
How did the Levites contribute to the spiritual life of the community?
The Levites, by leading the songs of thanksgiving, helped the community express gratitude and praise to God, which is a key aspect of worship, as seen in Psalms 100:4-5, where we are encouraged to enter God's gates with thanksgiving and praise.
What is the significance of the names listed in Nehemiah 12:8?
The names listed, such as Jeshua, Binnui, and Mattaniah, represent the Levites who were set apart to lead in worship, highlighting the importance of individual participation in corporate worship, as seen in Romans 12:4-8, where each member has a unique role to play.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Nehemiah?
Nehemiah 12:8 contributes to the book's theme of restoration and renewal, as the Levites' leadership in worship helps to revitalize the spiritual life of the community, reflecting the heart of God, as expressed in Ezekiel 36:26-27, where He promises to give His people a new heart and put His Spirit within them.
Reflection Questions
- What role do I play in expressing gratitude and praise to God in my own life and in my community?
- How can I, like the Levites, use my gifts and talents to lead others in worship and to give thanks to God?
- What are some ways I can cultivate a spirit of thanksgiving in my daily life, even in difficult circumstances?
- How does the example of the Levites in Nehemiah 12:8 inspire me to prioritize worship and gratitude in my own life?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 12:8
Moreover the Levites,.... Who lived in the same times: were Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah; most of these are made mention of in Ne 8:7, the last of them is said to be over
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 12:8
Miamin, Maadiah, Bilgah, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 12:8
Nehemiah 12:8 Moreover the Levites: Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, [and] Mattaniah, [which was] over the thanksgiving, he and his brethren.Ver. 8. Which was over the thanksgiving] Praefectus Musicus, before doing the music. See Nehemiah 11:17.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 12:8
Verse 8. Over the thanksgiving] The principal singers: See Clarke on Ne 11:17.
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 12:8
8. Moreover the Levites] This list of Levite houses which returned along with Zerubbabel consists of eight names, Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, Mattaniah, Bakbukiah, Unni. In Ezra 2:40-42, the list of the Levites and singers that returned consists of Jeshua, Kadmiel, Hodaviah (?), and the children of Asaph. Other Levitical lists occur in Nehemiah 10:9-14, Nehemiah 12:24-26. Jeshua and Kadmiel occur in all the lists. Binnui represents ‘the sons of Henadad’, cf. Ezra 3:9 with Nehemiah 3:24; Nehemiah 10:10, who probably returned to Jerusalem in the year after Zerubbabel. Sherebiah’s name occurs in Nehemiah 8:7, Nehemiah 9:4, Nehemiah 10:13. Judah is probably to be identified with Hodijah in Nehemiah 10:10. Mattaniah is mentioned in Nehemiah 11:17 as an Asaphite chief.
It is probable therefore that he represents ‘the children of Asaph’ in Ezra 2:41, while other families of ‘the singers’ are represented by Bakbukiah (? = Bukkiah of the sons of Heman, 1 Chronicles 25:4), who is mentioned in Nehemiah 11:17, and by Unno = Unni (1 Chronicles 15:18; 1 Chronicles 15:20). the thanksgiving] R.V. marg. ‘Or, the choirs’. The Hebrew word only occurs here; and the LXX. not understanding it renders ἐπὶτῶνχειρῶν. The Vulgate gives ‘super hymnos.’ Compare the description of Mattaniah, the Asaphite, in Nehemiah 11:17, ‘the chief to begin the thanksgiving in prayer.’
Barnes' Notes on Nehemiah 12:8
Of the Levitical houses here mentioned, three only returned at first, those of Jeshua, Kadmiel, and Judah or Hodevah Nehemiah 7:43. The others must have returned subsequently.