Nehemiah 7:7
Nehemiah 7:7 in Multiple Translations
accompanied by Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, and Baanah. This is the count of the men of Israel:
Who came with Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, Baanah. The number, I say, of the men of the people of Israel was this;
who came with Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, Baanah. The number of the men of the people of Israel:
Who came with Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, Baanah. The number of the men of the people of Israel:
They were led by Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, and Baanah. This is the number of men of the people of Israel:
They which came with Zerubbabel, Ieshua, Nehemiah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Biguai, Nehum, Baanah. This is the nomber of the men of the people of Israel.
who are coming in with Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, Baanah. Number of the men of the people of Israel:
who came with Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, and Baanah. The number of the men of the people of Israel:
Who came with Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, Baanah. The number, I say , of the men of the people of Israel was this ;
Who came with Zorobabel, Josue, Nehemias, Azarias, Raamias, Nahamani, Mardochai, Belsam, Mespharath, Begoia, Nahum, Baana. The number of the men of the people of Israel:
Their leaders were Zerubbabel, Joshua, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, Baanah, and me. This is a list of the number of men in each clan who returned:
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- Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 7:7
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- Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 7:7
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Context — The List of Returning Exiles
7accompanied by Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, and Baanah. This is the count of the men of Israel:
8the descendants of Parosh, 2,172; 9the descendants of Shephatiah, 372;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezra 2:2 | accompanied by Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Seraiah, Reelaiah, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispar, Bigvai, Rehum, and Baanah. This is the count of the men of Israel: |
| 2 | Haggai 1:1 | In the second year of the reign of Darius, on the first day of the sixth month, the word of the LORD came through Haggai the prophet to Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and to Joshua son of Jehozadak, the high priest, stating |
| 3 | Zechariah 3:1–3 | Then the angel showed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the LORD, with Satan standing at his right hand to accuse him. And the LORD said to Satan: “The LORD rebukes you, Satan! Indeed, the LORD, who has chosen Jerusalem, rebukes you! Is not this man a firebrand snatched from the fire?” Now Joshua was dressed in filthy garments as he stood before the angel. |
| 4 | Nehemiah 12:10 | Jeshua was the father of Joiakim, Joiakim was the father of Eliashib, Eliashib was the father of Joiada, |
| 5 | Nehemiah 12:1 | Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra, |
| 6 | Ezra 3:8–9 | In the second month of the second year after they had arrived at the house of God in Jerusalem, Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, Jeshua son of Jozadak, and the rest of their associates including the priests, the Levites, and all who had returned to Jerusalem from the captivity, began the work. They appointed Levites twenty years of age or older to supervise the construction of the house of the LORD. So Jeshua and his sons and brothers, Kadmiel and his sons (descendants of Yehudah), and the sons of Henadad and their sons and brothers—all Levites—joined together to supervise those working on the house of God. |
| 7 | Nehemiah 2:2 | so the king said to me, “Why is your face sad, though you are not ill? This could only be sadness of the heart.” I was overwhelmed with fear |
| 8 | Ezra 5:2 | Then Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and Jeshua son of Jozadak rose up and began to rebuild the house of God in Jerusalem. And the prophets of God were with them, helping them. |
| 9 | Nehemiah 12:7 | Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, and Jedaiah. These were the leaders of the priests and their associates in the days of Jeshua. |
| 10 | Matthew 1:12–13 | After the exile to Babylon: Jeconiah was the father of Shealtiel, Shealtiel the father of Zerubbabel, Zerubbabel the father of Abiud, Abiud the father of Eliakim, and Eliakim the father of Azor. |
Nehemiah 7:7 Summary
[Nehemiah 7:7 lists the leaders who accompanied the people of Israel as they returned to Jerusalem, demonstrating God's faithfulness to His people. This verse shows that God is a God of order and organization, as seen in 1 Corinthians 14:40, and that He often works through human leaders to accomplish His purposes. The leaders mentioned in this verse, such as Zerubbabel and Nehemiah, were instrumental in rebuilding the temple and restoring the city of Jerusalem, as described in Ezra 5:2 and Nehemiah 2:1-10. By studying this verse, we can learn about the importance of leadership, community, and trusting in God's faithfulness, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were the leaders that accompanied the people of Israel as they returned to Jerusalem?
According to Nehemiah 7:7, the leaders included Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, and Baanah, who were all part of the initial group that returned from exile, as mentioned in Ezra 2:1-2 and Nehemiah 7:6.
What is the significance of the list of names in Nehemiah 7:7?
The list of names in Nehemiah 7:7 serves as a historical record of the leaders who returned to Jerusalem with the people of Israel, demonstrating God's faithfulness to His people, as seen in Deuteronomy 30:3 and Ezekiel 37:21.
How does this verse relate to the overall story of the Israelites' return from exile?
Nehemiah 7:7 is part of the larger narrative of the Israelites' return to Jerusalem, as described in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah, which ultimately points to God's fulfillment of His promises, as seen in Jeremiah 29:14 and Isaiah 43:5-6.
What can we learn from the leadership structure mentioned in this verse?
The leadership structure in Nehemiah 7:7, with multiple leaders working together, demonstrates the importance of collaboration and shared leadership in achieving God's purposes, as seen in Exodus 18:13-27 and Acts 6:1-7.
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 do the leaders mentioned in this verse model servant leadership, and what can I learn from their example?
- In what ways can I, like the Israelites, trust in God's faithfulness and provision as I face challenges and uncertainties in my own life?
- What role do I play in the larger story of God's people, and how can I contribute to the advancement of His kingdom?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 7:7
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 7:7
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 7:7
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 7:7
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 7:7
Sermons on Nehemiah 7:7
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Pursuing God's Presence by Jim Shaddix | In this sermon, the preacher addresses the problem of people living in excess while neglecting God's presence. He refers to Haggai 1:3, where God questions why people are dwelling |
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(Haggai) Real Revival by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the theme of real revival. He begins by discussing the results of the reproof given by the Prophet in the previous message. The reputation o |
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(Haggai) Discouragement and Encouragement by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher discusses a message that was preached on the first day of the sixth month in the second year of God yesterday. The message resulted in the people obeyi |
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(Haggai) the Blessing of God by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher begins by emphasizing the importance of preaching and being taught the word of God. He refers to a specific passage in the book of Haggai, where the pr |
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A Theology of Fasting by Tim Conway | This sermon delves into the importance of fasting as an act of worship and seeking the Lord with a desperate heart. It emphasizes that fasting should be done with the right motives |
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Xi. on Building the House of God - Part 1 by John Sung | John Sung emphasizes the urgent need for the Israelites to rebuild the Temple after their return from Babylonian captivity, highlighting their neglect of God's house while focusing |
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(Through the Bible) Zechariah 1-5 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the second vision of the prophet Zachariah. The vision begins with Zachariah seeing a man with a measuring line in his hand, who is tasked wit |





