Nehemiah 7:33
Nehemiah 7:33 in Multiple Translations
the men of the other Nebo, 52;
The men of the other Nebo, fifty and two.
The men of the other Nebo, fifty and two.
The men of the other Nebo, fifty-two.
the people from the other Nebo, 52;
The men of the other Nebo, two and fifty.
Men of the other Nebo: fifty and two.
The men of the other Nebo: fifty-two.
The men of the other Nebo, fifty two.
The men of the other Nebo, fifty-two.
52 men from Nebo;
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Nehemiah 7:33 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אַנְשֵׁ֥י
נְב֛וֹ
אַחֵ֖ר
חֲמִשִּׁ֥ים
וּ/שְׁנָֽיִם
אַנְשֵׁ֥י
ʼîysh
H376
man
N-mp
נְב֛וֹ
Nᵉbôw
H5015
Nebo
N-proper
אַחֵ֖ר
ʼachêr
H312
another
Adj
חֲמִשִּׁ֥ים
chămishshîym
H2572
fifty
Adj
וּ/שְׁנָֽיִם
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Conj | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 7:33
אַנְשֵׁ֥י
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
נְב֛וֹ
Nᵉbôw
H5015
"Nebo"
N-proper
Nebo refers to a mountain in Moab where Moses died, also a Babylonian deity. The mountain is located east of the Jordan River, opposite Jericho.
Definition: Nebo = "prophet" the mountain where Moses died; located east of the Jordan opposite Jericho Also named: a.va.rim (עֲבָרִים "Abarim" H5682)
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: Nebo. See also: Numbers 32:3; Ezra 2:29; Isaiah 15:2.
אַחֵ֖ר
ʼachêr
H312
"another"
Adj
Means another or next in the original Hebrew, often referring to someone or something that follows or is different. It appears in various contexts, including descriptions of people and events in the Bible.
Definition: 1) another, other, following 1a) following, further 1b) other, different
Usage: Occurs in 161 OT verses. KJV: (an-) other man, following, next, strange. See also: Genesis 4:25; 1 Kings 13:10; Psalms 16:4.
חֲמִשִּׁ֥ים
chămishshîym
H2572
"fifty"
Adj
This Hebrew word simply means the number fifty, used in various biblical contexts like measurements and quantities. It appears in Leviticus and Numbers.
Definition: 1) fifty 1a) fifty (cardinal number) 1b) a multiple of fifty (with other numbers) 1c) fiftieth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 141 OT verses. KJV: fifty. See also: Genesis 6:15; 1 Kings 7:2; Isaiah 3:3.
וּ/שְׁנָֽיִם
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Conj | Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 7:33
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Context — The List of Returning Exiles
31the men of Michmash, 122;
32the men of Bethel and Ai, 123;
33the men of the other Nebo, 52;
34the descendants of the other Elam, 1,254; 35the descendants of Harim, 320;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ezra 2:29 | the descendants of Nebo, 52; |
Nehemiah 7:33 Summary
This verse, Nehemiah 7:33, is a reminder that God is interested in the details of our lives, just like He was interested in the 52 men from the other Nebo who returned to Jerusalem. It shows that God cares about each person and wants them to be part of His bigger plan, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11. The fact that these men were able to return and help rebuild Jerusalem is a testament to God's faithfulness and sovereignty, as seen in Psalm 115:3. Just like these men, we can trust that God has a plan for our lives and wants us to be part of His work of rebuilding and restoration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the men of the other Nebo in Nehemiah 7:33?
The men of the other Nebo are listed among the returnees from exile, indicating their participation in the rebuilding of Jerusalem, as seen in Nehemiah 7:33, similar to the men of Bethel and Ai in Nehemiah 7:32, who also returned to help with the rebuilding efforts.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Nehemiah?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of the Israelites' return from exile and their efforts to rebuild Jerusalem, as prophesied in Ezekiel 36:24 and fulfilled in Nehemiah 7, demonstrating God's faithfulness to His people.
What can we learn from the specific number of men from the other Nebo?
The specific number of 52 men from the other Nebo may seem insignificant, but it highlights God's attention to detail and care for each individual, as seen in Matthew 10:30, where Jesus says that even the hairs on our head are numbered.
How does this verse demonstrate God's sovereignty?
The fact that the men of the other Nebo were able to return to Jerusalem and participate in the rebuilding efforts demonstrates God's sovereignty and providence, as seen in Psalm 115:3, which says that God does whatever He pleases.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's heart for His people, and how can I apply that to my own life?
- How does the specific mention of the men of the other Nebo encourage me to trust in God's sovereignty and care for my own life?
- In what ways can I, like the men of the other Nebo, participate in God's work of rebuilding and restoration in my own community?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of individual participation in the larger story of God's people, and how can I contribute to that story?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 7:33
[See comments on Ne 7:6].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 7:33
These are the children of the province, that went up out of the captivity, of those that had been carried away, whom Nebuchadnezzar the king of Babylon had carried away, and came again to Jerusalem
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 7:33
(5-73) The genealogical reckoning of the people, as the first step towards increasing the population of the metropolis, is determined on, not without express Divine suggestion; the allusion to this inspiration from God, is, as in Nehemiah 2:12, very emphatic. The original register of Zerubbabelis found and copied. The express language of both Ezra and Nehemiah makes it plain that this is no other than the list of those who came up with Zerubbabel and Joshua after the decree of Cyrus, in B.C. 538. Nehemiah’s own census follows, in Nehemiah 11. The exposition, especially as compared with Ezra 2, has been given on that chapter.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 7:33
Verse 33. The men of the other Nebo] The word other is not in the parallel place, Ezra 2:29, and is wanting in many of Kennicott's and De Rossi's MSS. This Nebo is supposed to be the same as Nob or Nobah, in the tribe of Benjamin.
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 7:33
33. The men of the other Nebo] = ‘the children of Nebo’ in Ezra. Perhaps the word ‘other’ has come in accidentally from Nehemiah 7:34. Our list omits ‘the children of Magbish 156,’ which in Ezra comes between ‘Nebo’ and ‘Elam.’