Nehemiah 7:43
Nehemiah 7:43 in Multiple Translations
The Levites: the descendants of Jeshua (through Kadmiel, through the line of Hodevah ), 74.
¶ The Levites: the children of Jeshua, of Kadmiel, and of the children of Hodevah, seventy and four.
The Levites: the children of Jeshua, of Kadmiel, of the children of Hodevah, seventy and four.
The Levites: the children of Jeshua, of Kadmiel, of the children of Hodevah, seventy-four.
This is the number of the Levites: the sons of Jeshua through Kadmiel (sons of Hodaviah), 74;
The Leuites: the sonnes of Ieshua of Kadmiel, and of the sonnes of Hodiuah, seuentie and foure.
The Levites: sons of Jeshua, of Kadmiel: of sons of Hodevah: seventy and four.
The Levites: the children of Jeshua, of Kadmiel, of the children of Hodevah: seventy-four.
The Levites: the children of Jeshua, of Kadmiel, and of the children of Hodevah, seventy four.
The children of Josue and Cedmihel, the sons
Other descendants of Levi who returned were: 74 from the clan of Jeshua and Kadmiel, who are descendants of Hodevah who is also known as Hodaviah;
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Nehemiah 7:43 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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הַ/לְוִיִּ֑ם
בְּנֵֽי
יֵשׁ֧וּעַ
לְ/קַדְמִיאֵ֛ל
לִ/בְנֵ֥י
לְ/הוֹדְוָ֖ה
שִׁבְעִ֥ים
וְ/אַרְבָּעָֽה
הַ/לְוִיִּ֑ם
Lêvîyîy
H3881
Levi
Art | Ngmpa
בְּנֵֽי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
יֵשׁ֧וּעַ
Yêshûwaʻ
H3442
Jeshua
N-proper
לְ/קַדְמִיאֵ֛ל
Qadmîyʼêl
H6934
Kadmiel
Prep | N-proper
לִ/בְנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
Prep | N-mp
לְ/הוֹדְוָ֖ה
Hôwdᵉvâh
H1937
Hodevah
Prep | N-proper
שִׁבְעִ֥ים
shibʻîym
H7657
seventy
Adj
וְ/אַרְבָּעָֽה
ʼarbaʻ
H702
four
Conj | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 7:43
הַ/לְוִיִּ֑ם
Lêvîyîy
H3881
"Levi"
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.
בְּנֵֽי
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
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.
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.
לְ/קַדְמִיאֵ֛ל
Qadmîyʼêl
H6934
"Kadmiel"
Prep | 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.
לִ/בְנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
"son"
Prep | N-mp
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.
לְ/הוֹדְוָ֖ה
Hôwdᵉvâh
H1937
"Hodevah"
Prep | N-proper
Hodevah means praise of Jehovah, a Levite who returned from Exile with Nehemiah. He led a family of Levites in the time of Nehemiah. His name reflects his devotion to God.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.40; also called Hodevah at Neh.7.43; Judah at Ezr.3.9; Another name of ho.dav.yah (הוֹדַוְיָה "Hodaviah" H1938J) § Hodevah = "praise of Jehovah" the head of a Levitical family returning from Exile in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Hodevah. See also: Nehemiah 7:43.
שִׁבְעִ֥ים
shibʻîym
H7657
"seventy"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means the number seventy, like the seventy disciples Jesus sent out in Luke 10:1. It appears in phrases like threescore and ten. The KJV Bible uses it to describe groups of seventy people.
Definition: seventy
Usage: Occurs in 90 OT verses. KJV: seventy, threescore and ten ([phrase] -teen). See also: Genesis 4:24; Judges 9:2; Psalms 90:10.
וְ/אַרְבָּעָֽה
ʼarbaʻ
H702
"four"
Conj | Adj
The number four is a simple counting number in Hebrew, used to describe quantities of things, such as people, objects, or groups.
Definition: four
Usage: Occurs in 277 OT verses. KJV: four. See also: Genesis 2:10; Judges 20:47; Esther 9:21.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 7:43
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Context — The List of Returning Exiles
41the descendants of Pashhur, 1,247;
42and the descendants of Harim, 1,017.
43The Levites: the descendants of Jeshua (through Kadmiel, through the line of Hodevah ), 74.
44The singers: the descendants of Asaph, 148. 45The gatekeepers: the descendants of Shallum, the descendants of Ater, the descendants of Talmon, the descendants of Akkub, the descendants of Hatita, and the descendants of Shobai, 138 in all.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ezra 2:40 | The Levites: the descendants of Jeshua and Kadmiel (through the line of Hodaviah ), 74. |
| 2 | Nehemiah 3:9 | Next to them, Rephaiah son of Hur, ruler of a half-district of Jerusalem, made repairs; |
Nehemiah 7:43 Summary
[This verse is about a group of special servants called Levites, who helped the priests and took care of the temple. There were 74 of them from the family of Jeshua, and they were part of the bigger group of Israelites returning home after being away for a long time (as seen in Ezra 1:5). Just like the Levites, we can all be set apart to serve the Lord and help others, even if it's in small ways (Romans 12:1-2). The fact that there were only 74 Levites from this family shows that even the people who served the Lord faced challenges and hardships, but they were still important to God's plan (Psalm 138:8).]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were the Levites and what was their role in the community?
The Levites were a tribe of Israelites set apart for serving the Lord and assisting the priests, as seen in Numbers 3:6-10 and Ezekiel 44:10-16. In Nehemiah 7:43, we see a specific group of Levites, the descendants of Jeshua, who were part of the community returning from exile.
What is the significance of the number 74 in this verse?
The number 74 likely represents the total count of male Levites from the family of Jeshua who returned from exile, as part of the larger census in Nehemiah 7. This number is significant because it shows that even the Levites, who were responsible for serving the Lord, were not exempt from the challenges and hardships of the exile.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Nehemiah?
Nehemiah 7:43 is part of a larger passage that emphasizes the importance of community and restoration after the exile. Just as the Levites were being restored to their rightful place, the entire community was being rebuilt and renewed, as seen in Nehemiah 2:17-18 and Ezra 1:5.
What can we learn from the genealogy in this verse?
The genealogy in Nehemiah 7:43 highlights the importance of family and heritage in the biblical narrative. It also shows how God works through specific families and individuals to accomplish His purposes, as seen in Romans 11:28 and Galatians 3:29.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's heart for His people, particularly those who serve Him in special roles?
- How does the small number of Levites in this verse compare to the larger numbers of other groups, and what might this say about God's priorities?
- In what ways can I, like the Levites, be set apart for serving the Lord and assisting others in my community?
- What are some ways that I can be part of rebuilding and renewing my own community, just as the Israelites were rebuilding Jerusalem?
- How can I balance my desire to serve the Lord with the challenges and hardships that inevitably come with that service?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 7:43
[See comments on Ne 7:6].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 7:43
The children of Immer, a thousand fifty and two. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 7:43
(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.
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 7:43
43. and of the children of Hodevah] R.V. of the children of Hodevah. Marg. ‘Another reading is Hodeiah.’ See on Ezra 2:40; Ezra 3:9.