Ezra 2:52
New International Version
Bazluth, Mehida, Harsha,

New Living Translation
Bazluth, Mehida, Harsha,

English Standard Version
the sons of Bazluth, the sons of Mehida, the sons of Harsha,

Berean Standard Bible
the descendants of Bazluth, the descendants of Mehida, the descendants of Harsha,

King James Bible
The children of Bazluth, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,

New King James Version
the sons of Bazluth, the sons of Mehida, the sons of Harsha,

New American Standard Bible
the sons of Bazluth, the sons of Mehida, the sons of Harsha,

NASB 1995
the sons of Bazluth, the sons of Mehida, the sons of Harsha,

NASB 1977
the sons of Bazluth, the sons of Mehida, the sons of Harsha,

Legacy Standard Bible
the sons of Bazluth, the sons of Mehida, the sons of Harsha,

Amplified Bible
the sons of Bazluth, Mehida, Harsha,

Christian Standard Bible
Bazluth’s descendants, Mehida’s descendants, Harsha’s descendants,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Bazluth’s descendants, Mehida’s descendants, Harsha’s descendants,

American Standard Version
the children of Bazluth, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,

English Revised Version
the children of Bazluth, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Bazluth, Mehida, Harsha,

International Standard Version
Descendants of Bazluth, Mehida, and Harsha.

Majority Standard Bible
the descendants of Bazluth, the descendants of Mehida, the descendants of Harsha,

NET Bible
the descendants of Bazluth, the descendants of Mehida, the descendants of Harsha,

New Heart English Bible
the descendants of Bazluth, the descendants of Mehida, the descendants of Harsha,

Webster's Bible Translation
The children of Bazluth, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,

World English Bible
the children of Bazluth, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
sons of Bazluth, sons of Mehida, sons of Harsha,

Young's Literal Translation
Sons of Bazluth, sons of Mehida, sons of Harsha,

Smith's Literal Translation
The sons of Bazluth, the sons of Mehida, the sons of Harsha,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The children of Besluth, the children of Mahida, the children of Harsa,

Catholic Public Domain Version
the sons of Bazluth, the sons of Mehida, the sons of Harsha,

New American Bible
descendants of Bazluth, descendants of Mehida, descendants of Harsha,

New Revised Standard Version
Bazluth, Mehida, Harsha,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The descendants of Bazluth, the descendants of Mehida, the children of Harsha,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The children of Betslauth, the children of Mekhira, the children of Kharsha,
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
the children of Bazluth, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
the children of Basaloth, the children of Mauda, the children of Arsa,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The List of Returning Exiles
51the descendants of Bakbuk, the descendants of Hakupha, the descendants of Harhur, 52the descendants of Bazluth, the descendants of Mehida, the descendants of Harsha, 53the descendants of Barkos, the descendants of Sisera, the descendants of Temah,…

Cross References
Nehemiah 7:54
the descendants of Bazlith, the descendants of Mehida, the descendants of Harsha,

Nehemiah 7:6-73
These are the people of the province who came up from the captivity of the exiles carried away to Babylon by Nebuchadnezzar its king. They returned to Jerusalem and Judah, each to his own town, / accompanied by Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, and Baanah. This is the count of the men of Israel: / the descendants of Parosh, 2,172; ...

Nehemiah 11:3-36
These are the heads of the provinces who settled in Jerusalem. (In the villages of Judah, however, each lived on his own property in their towns—the Israelites, priests, Levites, temple servants, and descendants of Solomon’s servants— / while some of the descendants of Judah and Benjamin settled in Jerusalem.) From the descendants of Judah: Athaiah son of Uzziah, the son of Zechariah, the son of Amariah, the son of Shephatiah, the son of Mahalalel, a descendant of Perez; / and Maaseiah son of Baruch, the son of Col-hozeh, the son of Hazaiah, the son of Adaiah, the son of Joiarib, the son of Zechariah, a descendant of Shelah. ...

1 Chronicles 9:2-3
Now the first to resettle their own property in their cities were Israelites, priests, Levites, and temple servants. / Some of the descendants of Judah, Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh lived in Jerusalem:

Nehemiah 3:26
and the temple servants living on the hill of Ophel made repairs opposite the Water Gate toward the east and the tower that juts out.

Nehemiah 11:21
The temple servants lived on the hill of Ophel, with Ziha and Gishpa over them.

1 Chronicles 9:17-19
These were the gatekeepers: Shallum, Akkub, Talmon, Ahiman, and their relatives. Shallum was their chief; / he was previously stationed at the King’s Gate on the east side. These were the gatekeepers from the camp of the Levites. / Shallum son of Kore, the son of Ebiasaph, the son of Korah, and his relatives from the Korahites were assigned to guard the thresholds of the Tent, just as their fathers had been assigned to guard the entrance to the dwelling of the LORD.

Nehemiah 12:25
Mattaniah, Bakbukiah, Obadiah, Meshullam, Talmon, and Akkub were gatekeepers who guarded the storerooms at the gates.

Nehemiah 12:44-47
And on that same day men were appointed over the rooms that housed the supplies, contributions, firstfruits, and tithes. The portions specified by the Law for the priests and Levites were gathered into these storerooms from the fields of the villages, because Judah rejoiced over the priests and Levites who were serving. / They performed the service of their God and the service of purification, along with the singers and gatekeepers, as David and his son Solomon had prescribed. / For long ago, in the days of David and Asaph, there were directors for the singers and for the songs of praise and thanksgiving to God. ...

Nehemiah 13:5
and had prepared for Tobiah a large room where they had previously stored the grain offerings, the frankincense, the temple articles, and the tithes of grain, new wine, and oil prescribed for the Levites, singers, and gatekeepers, along with the contributions for the priests.

Nehemiah 13:10-14
I also learned that because the portions for the Levites had not been given to them, all the Levites and singers responsible for performing the service had gone back to their own fields. / So I rebuked the officials and asked, “Why has the house of God been neglected?” Then I gathered the Levites and singers together and stationed them at their posts, / and all Judah brought a tenth of the grain, new wine, and oil into the storerooms. ...

Matthew 1:12-16
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. / Azor was the father of Zadok, Zadok the father of Achim, and Achim the father of Eliud. ...

Luke 3:27
the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri,

Matthew 1:17
In all, then, there were fourteen generations from Abraham to David, fourteen from David to the exile to Babylon, and fourteen from the exile to the Christ.

Luke 1:5
In the time of Herod king of Judea there was a priest named Zechariah, who belonged to the priestly division of Abijah, and whose wife Elizabeth was a descendant of Aaron.


Treasury of Scripture

The children of Bazluth, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,

Bazluth

Nehemiah 7:54
The children of Bazlith, the children of Mehida, the children of Harsha,

Bazlith

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Ezra 2
1. The number that return of the people
36. 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 descendants of Bazluth
The mention of "the descendants of Bazluth" in Ezra 2:52 refers to a group returning from the Babylonian exile. The name Bazluth is not widely known outside of this context, suggesting it may have been a smaller or less prominent family. This listing is part of a genealogical record that underscores the importance of lineage and heritage in post-exilic Jewish society. The return from exile was a fulfillment of God's promise to restore Israel, and each family listed represents a piece of that restoration. The emphasis on descendants highlights the continuity of God's covenant with His people, as seen in other genealogical records throughout the Bible, such as in Genesis and Chronicles.

the descendants of Mehida
The "descendants of Mehida" are similarly listed among those returning from exile. The name Mehida is not mentioned elsewhere in the Bible, indicating that this family, like many others, played a specific role in the re-establishment of the Jewish community in Jerusalem. The inclusion of such names in the record serves to validate the historical accuracy of the return and the fulfillment of prophecies regarding the restoration of Israel. It also reflects the diverse makeup of the returning exiles, who came from various backgrounds and regions, united by their shared faith and heritage. This unity in diversity is echoed in the New Testament, where the body of Christ is described as being made up of many parts (1 Corinthians 12:12-27).

the descendants of Harsha
The "descendants of Harsha" are another group listed among the returnees. The name Harsha, like Bazluth and Mehida, is not prominent elsewhere in Scripture, which highlights the comprehensive nature of the genealogical record in Ezra. Each family, regardless of its size or fame, is acknowledged as part of the collective effort to rebuild the temple and reestablish worship in Jerusalem. This reflects the biblical principle that every member of God's people has a role to play in His plans, reminiscent of the teaching in Romans 12:4-8 about the different gifts and functions within the body of Christ. The return from exile and the rebuilding of the temple can also be seen as a type of the ultimate restoration and redemption brought by Jesus Christ, who is the cornerstone of the spiritual temple, the Church (Ephesians 2:19-22).

Persons / Places / Events
1. Bazluth
A family or clan mentioned among the Nethinim, who were temple servants returning from the Babylonian exile with Zerubbabel. The Nethinim were assigned to assist the Levites in the service of the temple.

2. The Return from Exile
This event marks the return of the Jewish exiles from Babylon to Jerusalem, led by Zerubbabel, as they sought to rebuild the temple and restore their community.

3. The Nethinim
A group of temple servants who played a crucial role in the functioning of the temple. Their inclusion in the list highlights the importance of every member in the community, regardless of their specific role.
Teaching Points
The Value of Every Role
The inclusion of the descendants of Bazluth among the Nethinim reminds us that every role in the body of Christ is valuable. Just as the Nethinim were essential to temple service, each believer has a unique contribution to make in the church.

Faithfulness in Service
The Nethinim's dedication to their duties, despite their seemingly minor role, teaches us the importance of faithfulness in whatever task God has given us. Our service, no matter how small, is significant in God's eyes.

Community Restoration
The return from exile and the rebuilding of the temple illustrate the importance of community and collective effort in restoring and maintaining spiritual life. We are called to work together in unity for the growth and health of the church.

Heritage and Identity
The mention of specific families and clans, like Bazluth, underscores the importance of heritage and identity in God's plan. Our spiritual heritage in Christ gives us a sense of belonging and purpose.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
the descendants
בְּנֵי־ (bə·nê-)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Bazluth,
בַצְל֥וּת (ḇaṣ·lūṯ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1213: Bazlith -- 'stripping', an Israelite

the descendants
בְּנֵי־ (bə·nê-)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Mehida,
מְחִידָ֖א (mə·ḥî·ḏā)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4240: Mehida -- an Israelite

the descendants
בְּנֵ֥י (bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Harsha,
חַרְשָֽׁא׃ (ḥar·šā)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2797: Harsha -- an Israelite


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