Nehemiah 7:54
Nehemiah 7:54 in Multiple Translations
the descendants of Bazlith, the descendants of Mehida, the descendants of Harsha,
The children of Bazlith, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,
the children of Bazlith, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,
The children of Bazlith, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,
Bazluth, Mehida, Harsha,
The sonnes of Bazlith, the sonnes of Mehida, the sonnes of Harsha,
sons of Bazlith, sons of Mehida, sons of Harsha,
the children of Bazlith, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,
The children of Bazlith, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,
The children of Besloth, the children of Mahida, the children of Harsa,
Bazlith who is also called Bazluth, Mehida, Harsha,
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Nehemiah 7:54 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּנֵי
בַצְלִ֥ית
בְּנֵֽי
מְחִידָ֖א
בְּנֵ֥י
חַרְשָֽׁא
בְּנֵי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
בַצְלִ֥ית
Batslûwth
H1213
Bazluth
N-proper
בְּנֵֽי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
מְחִידָ֖א
Mᵉchîydâʼ
H4240
Mehida
N-proper
בְּנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
חַרְשָֽׁא
Charshâʼ
H2797
Harsha
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 7:54
בְּנֵי
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.
בַצְלִ֥ית
Batslûwth
H1213
"Bazluth"
N-proper
Bazluth was an Israelite who returned from exile with Zerubbabel, his name means asking or seeking.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.52; also called Bazlith at Neh.7.54; § Bazlith or Bazluth = "asking" a head of a family of exiles returning with Zerubbabel
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Bazlith, Bazluth. See also: Ezra 2:52; Nehemiah 7:54.
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.
מְחִידָ֖א
Mᵉchîydâʼ
H4240
"Mehida"
N-proper
Mechida was a family leader who returned to Jerusalem with Zerubbabel after the Exile, his name means famous or noble. He is mentioned in Ezra 2:52 as a head of a family of exiles. His family was part of the Nethinim, a group of servants in the temple.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.52 § Mehida = "famous" or "noble" head of a family of exiles returning with Zerubbabel
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Mehida. See also: Ezra 2:52; Nehemiah 7:54.
בְּנֵ֥י
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.
חַרְשָֽׁא
Charshâʼ
H2797
"Harsha"
N-proper
Harsha was a family leader who returned to Jerusalem with Zerubbabel after the exile, his name means mute. He is mentioned in Ezra 2:52. Harsha was one of the Nethinim, a group of servants in the temple.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.52 § Harsha = "mute" head of a family of exiles returning with Zerubbabel
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Harsha. See also: Ezra 2:52; Nehemiah 7:54.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 7:54
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Context — The List of Returning Exiles
52the descendants of Besai, the descendants of Meunim, the descendants of Nephushesim,
53the descendants of Bakbuk, the descendants of Hakupha, the descendants of Harhur,
54the descendants of Bazlith, the descendants of Mehida, the descendants of Harsha,
55the descendants of Barkos, the descendants of Sisera, the descendants of Temah, 56the descendants of Neziah, and the descendants of Hatipha.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ezra 2:52 | the descendants of Bazluth, the descendants of Mehida, the descendants of Harsha, |
Nehemiah 7:54 Summary
Nehemiah 7:54 lists the descendants of several families, including Bazlith, Mehida, and Harsha, as part of a larger census of the Israelites who returned from exile. This verse shows that God cares about every individual and family, and wants us to be mindful of the details of our lives, just as He is (as seen in Matthew 10:30 and Luke 12:7). By paying attention to the small things, we can build stronger relationships and communities, and trust God to be with us as we work to rebuild and restore, just as Nehemiah did (Nehemiah 1:1-4, 2:1-10). This verse reminds us that our lives are part of a larger story, and that God is always at work, even in the smallest details (Romans 8:28, Psalm 139:1-18).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the descendants of different families listed in Nehemiah 7:54?
The listing of the descendants of various families in Nehemiah 7:54 is part of a larger census taken by Nehemiah to account for the Israelites who returned from exile, as seen in Nehemiah 7:1-73, and is similar to other biblical records such as Numbers 1:1-54 and Ezra 2:1-70.
What is the significance of the names mentioned in Nehemiah 7:54?
The names mentioned in Nehemiah 7:54, such as Bazlith, Mehida, and Harsha, are likely the names of the founders or ancestors of the families being listed, similar to the way names are used in Genesis 5:1-32 to establish the genealogy of important figures.
How does this verse fit into the overall narrative of Nehemiah?
Nehemiah 7:54 is part of the seventh chapter, which focuses on the repopulation of Jerusalem and the organization of the Israelites after their return from exile, as seen in Nehemiah 7:1-5, and is a key part of the overall story of Nehemiah's efforts to restore Jerusalem, as described in Nehemiah 1:1-4 and 2:1-10.
What can we learn from the attention to detail in this verse?
The attention to detail in Nehemiah 7:54, such as the specific listing of family names, demonstrates the importance of accuracy and record-keeping in biblical times, as seen in other verses such as Exodus 28:1-5 and 1 Chronicles 9:1-44.
Reflection Questions
- What does the listing of these specific families in Nehemiah 7:54 reveal about God's care for the details of our lives?
- How can we apply the principle of attention to detail, as seen in this verse, to our own lives and relationships?
- What does the inclusion of these family names in the biblical record say about the value God places on individuals and families?
- In what ways can we, like Nehemiah, work to rebuild and restore our communities, and how can we trust God to be with us in that process, as seen in verses like Jeremiah 29:11 and Isaiah 61:4?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 7:54
[See comments on Ne 7:6].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 7:54
The children of Immer, a thousand fifty and two. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 7:54
(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 7:54
Verse 54. The children of Mehida] Many of Kennicott's and De Rossi's MSS., have Mehira.