Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version of Mikmash 122 New Living Translation The people of Micmash 122 English Standard Version The men of Michmas, 122. Berean Standard Bible the men of Michmash, 122; King James Bible The men of Michmas, an hundred twenty and two. New King James Version the men of Michmas, one hundred and twenty-two; New American Standard Bible the men of Michmas, 122; NASB 1995 the men of Michmas, 122; NASB 1977 the men of Michmas, 122; Legacy Standard Bible the men of Michmas, 122; Amplified Bible the men of Michmas, 122; Christian Standard Bible Michmas’s men 122 Holman Christian Standard Bible Michmas’s men 122 American Standard Version The men of Michmas, a hundred twenty and two. English Revised Version The men of Michmas, an hundred twenty and two. GOD'S WORD® Translation of Michmas 122 International Standard Version People from Michmas: 122 NET Bible the men of Micmash: 122; New Heart English Bible The men of Michmas, one hundred twenty-two. Webster's Bible Translation The men of Michmas, a hundred twenty and two. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblethe men of Michmash, 122; World English Bible The men of Michmas, one hundred twenty-two. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionmen of Michmas, one hundred twenty-two; Young's Literal Translation Men of Michmas, a hundred twenty and two. Smith's Literal Translation The men of Michmas, a hundred twenty and two. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe men of Machmas, a hundred twenty-two. Catholic Public Domain Version The men of Michmas, one hundred twenty-two. New American Bible people of Michmas, one hundred and twenty-two; New Revised Standard Version The people of Michmas, one hundred twenty-two. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe men of Michmas, one hundred and twenty-two. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The men of Makmas, a hundred and twenty and two. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The men of Michmas, a hundred twenty and two. Brenton Septuagint Translation The men of Machmas, a hundred and twenty-two. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The List of Returning Exiles…26the men of Ramah and Geba, 621; 27the men of Michmash, 122; 28the men of Bethel and Ai, 223;… Cross References Nehemiah 7:31 the men of Michmash, 122; Nehemiah 11:25-30 As for the villages with their fields, some of the people of Judah lived in Kiriath-arba, Dibon, Jekabzeel, and their villages; / in Jeshua, Moladah, and Beth-pelet; / in Hazar-shual; in Beersheba and its villages; ... Joshua 15:21-32 These were the southernmost cities of the tribe of Judah in the Negev toward the border of Edom: Kabzeel, Eder, Jagur, / Kinah, Dimonah, Adadah, / Kedesh, Hazor, Ithnan, ... 1 Chronicles 4:28-33 They lived in Beersheba, Moladah, Hazar-shual, / Bilhah, Ezem, Tolad, / Bethuel, Hormah, Ziklag, ... 1 Kings 4:25 Throughout the days of Solomon, Judah and Israel dwelt securely from Dan to Beersheba, each man under his own vine and his own fig tree. 2 Chronicles 11:5-10 Rehoboam lived in Jerusalem, and he built up cities for defense in Judah. / He built up Bethlehem, Etam, Tekoa, / Beth-zur, Soco, Adullam, ... Nehemiah 3:22-23 And next to him, the priests from the surrounding area made repairs. / Beyond them, Benjamin and Hasshub made repairs in front of their house, and next to them, Azariah son of Maaseiah, the son of Ananiah, made repairs beside his house. Nehemiah 12:28-29 The singers were also assembled from the region around Jerusalem, from the villages of the Netophathites, / from Beth-gilgal, and from the fields of Geba and Azmaveth, for they had built villages for themselves around Jerusalem. Joshua 19:1-9 The second lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Simeon: Their inheritance lay within the territory of Judah / and included Beersheba (or Sheba), Moladah, / Hazar-shual, Balah, Ezem, ... 1 Samuel 30:26-31 When David arrived in Ziklag, he sent some of the plunder to his friends, the elders of Judah, saying, “Here is a gift for you from the plunder of the LORD’s enemies.” / He sent gifts to those in Bethel, Ramoth Negev, and Jattir; / to those in Aroer, Siphmoth, and Eshtemoa; ... 2 Samuel 2:1-4 Some time later, David inquired of the LORD, “Should I go up to one of the towns of Judah?” “Go up,” the LORD answered. Then David asked, “Where should I go?” “To Hebron,” replied the LORD. / So David went there with his two wives, Ahinoam of Jezreel and Abigail the widow of Nabal of Carmel. / David also took the men who were with him, each with his household, and they settled in the towns near Hebron. ... Matthew 1:1-17 This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: / Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. / Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. ... Luke 3:23-38 Jesus Himself was about thirty years old when He began His ministry. He was regarded as the son of Joseph, the son of Heli, / the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the son of Joseph, / the son of Mattathias, the son of Amos, the son of Nahum, the son of Esli, the son of Naggai, ... Acts 2:5-11 Now there were dwelling in Jerusalem God-fearing Jews from every nation under heaven. / And when this sound rang out, a crowd came together in bewilderment, because each one heard them speaking his own language. / Astounded and amazed, they asked, “Are not all these who are speaking Galileans? ... Romans 9:4-5 the people of Israel. Theirs is the adoption as sons; theirs the divine glory and the covenants; theirs the giving of the law, the temple worship, and the promises. / Theirs are the patriarchs, and from them proceeds the human descent of Christ, who is God over all, forever worthy of praise! Amen. Treasury of Scripture The men of Michmas, an hundred twenty and two. Michmas 1 Samuel 13:5,23 And the Philistines gathered themselves together to fight with Israel, thirty thousand chariots, and six thousand horsemen, and people as the sand which is on the sea shore in multitude: and they came up, and pitched in Michmash, eastward from Bethaven… Isaiah 10:28 He is come to Aiath, he is passed to Migron; at Michmash he hath laid up his carriages: Michmash Nehemiah 7:31 The men of Michmas, an hundred and twenty and two. Jump to Previous Hundred Michmas Micmash Twenty Twenty-TwoJump to Next Hundred Michmas Micmash Twenty Twenty-TwoEzra 2 1. The number that return of the people36. of the priests 40. of the Levites 43. of the Nethinims 55. of Solomon's servants 61. of the priests who could not show their pedigree 64. The whole number of them, with their substance 68. Their offerings the men of Michmash Michmash was a town in the territory of Benjamin, located northeast of Jerusalem. It is mentioned in several biblical accounts, including the story of Saul's battle against the Philistines in 1 Samuel 13-14. The town's strategic location made it significant in military campaigns. The return of the men of Michmash in the post-exilic period highlights the restoration of the community and the reestablishment of their ancestral lands. This reflects the fulfillment of God's promise to bring His people back to their homeland after the Babylonian exile. 122 Persons / Places / Events 1. MichmasA town in the territory of Benjamin, mentioned in the context of the return of the exiles. It is significant in biblical history as a site of military importance, notably in the time of King Saul and Jonathan (1 Samuel 13-14). 2. The Men of Michmas This refers to the group of 122 men who returned from the Babylonian exile to rebuild their lives in their ancestral homeland. Their inclusion in the list underscores the importance of each family and community in the restoration of Israel. 3. The Return from Exile This event marks a pivotal moment in Jewish history when the Israelites, having been exiled to Babylon, were allowed to return to Jerusalem and Judah to rebuild the temple and restore their community. Teaching Points The Importance of CommunityThe mention of the men of Michmas highlights the value of each community in God's plan. Every group, no matter how small, plays a role in the larger account of restoration and redemption. Faithfulness in Small Numbers The relatively small number of returnees from Michmas (122) serves as a reminder that God values faithfulness over numbers. Even a small group can have a significant impact when aligned with God's purposes. Historical Continuity The return of the exiles to places like Michmas underscores the continuity of God's promises. Despite the exile, God remained faithful to His covenant with Israel, ensuring the restoration of His people. Personal and Communal Restoration Just as the men of Michmas returned to rebuild their community, believers today are called to participate in the restoration of their own lives and communities, aligning with God's redemptive work. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezra 2:27?2. What significance do the 725 men of Michmas have in Ezra 2:27? 3. How does Ezra 2:27 demonstrate God's faithfulness in restoring His people? 4. What can we learn about community from the list in Ezra 2:27? 5. How does Ezra 2:27 connect to God's promises in Jeremiah 29:10-14? 6. How can we apply the dedication seen in Ezra 2:27 to our lives? 7. What is the significance of the 725 men of Michmas in Ezra 2:27? 8. How does Ezra 2:27 contribute to understanding Israel's post-exilic community? 9. Why is the specific number of Michmas men important in biblical history? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezra 2? 11. How do we reconcile varying family names in Ezra 2:21-35 with their supposed lineage elsewhere in Scripture? 12. Ezra 10:44 - How can a just God require separating from wives and children if some may have converted to the faith? 13. How could Jacob and Esau reconcile so suddenly in Genesis 33:4 after years of hostility, and is there historical evidence for Esau's 400 men? 14. Proverbs 5:8: Why does the passage focus blame on the 'immoral woman' without addressing mutual responsibility, and does this align with modern views on equality? What Does Ezra 2:27 Mean the menEzra’s record is intentionally precise: “the men” reminds us that God singles out real people, not faceless statistics. In the post-exilic culture, men were counted as household representatives, so every name on the list marks an entire family ready to leave comfort in Babylon and face the rubble of Jerusalem. The same spirit had stirred earlier leaders—“Then the family heads and the priests and Levites—everyone whose spirit God had stirred—prepared to go up to rebuild the house of the LORD” (Ezra 1:5). • This wording underlines covenant headship—those capable of pledging their clans to God’s rebuilding project (cf. Ezra 2:2; Nehemiah 2:18). • It also models courageous faith; “Be on the alert, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong” (1 Corinthians 16:13). The list is therefore more than a census; it is a roll call of leaders whose obedience would shape the future of an entire nation. of Michmash Michmash was a Benjaminite town about seven miles north of Jerusalem. Scripture paints it as a strategic highland pass: Saul’s son Jonathan defeated the Philistines there (1 Samuel 14:6–14), and centuries later Isaiah pictured an invading army sweeping through that same route (Isaiah 10:28). By the exile it had emptied out, yet here the town re-enters history. • God restores precise locations, proving that the land promises to Abraham’s descendants still stand (Genesis 17:8; Nehemiah 11:31 shows Benjamin restored to Michmash). • The name recalls past victories; the God who gave Jonathan triumph at Michmash now brings back the descendants to reclaim their heritage. Every geographical note in Ezra 2 is a quiet testimony that the Lord not only redeems people but also re-stakes them to the very soil He pledged to their fathers. 122 Only “122” returned from Michmash—a tiny fraction of the roughly 50,000 total travelers (Ezra 2:64). Yet the Holy Spirit etched that small number into permanent record. • God counts individuals because every life matters: “Even the hairs of your head are all numbered” (Luke 12:7). • The remnant principle shines: size never limits divine purpose (cf. Judges 7:7; Revelation 3:8). • The exact figure validates the historical accuracy of the narrative, paralleling Nehemiah 7:31’s identical total and echoing John 6:10 where Jesus also seated people “about five thousand in number,” demonstrating that Scripture relishes detail. The number 122 therefore whispers encouragement to any believer who feels small or overlooked—He sees, He records, He rewards. summary Ezra 2:27 may look like a dry headcount, yet every phrase pulses with meaning. “The men” highlights responsible, faith-filled leadership; “of Michmash” anchors God’s people back in their covenant land and recalls earlier victories; “122” showcases the Lord’s personal care for each member of His remnant. Far from filler, this verse certifies God’s faithfulness, the reliability of Scripture, and the truth that no act of obedience—however small the group—escapes His notice. Hebrew the menאַנְשֵׁ֣י (’an·šê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person of Michmas, מִכְמָ֔ס (miḵ·mās) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 4363: Michmash -- a city in Benjamin 122; מֵאָ֖ה (mê·’āh) Number - feminine singular Strong's 3967: A hundred Links Ezra 2:27 NIVEzra 2:27 NLT Ezra 2:27 ESV Ezra 2:27 NASB Ezra 2:27 KJV Ezra 2:27 BibleApps.com Ezra 2:27 Biblia Paralela Ezra 2:27 Chinese Bible Ezra 2:27 French Bible Ezra 2:27 Catholic Bible OT History: Ezra 2:27 The men of Michmas one hundred twenty-two (Ezr. Ez) |
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