Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version the son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki, New Living Translation son of Zerahiah, son of Uzzi, son of Bukki, English Standard Version son of Zerahiah, son of Uzzi, son of Bukki, Berean Standard Bible the son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki, King James Bible The son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki, New King James Version the son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki, New American Standard Bible son of Zerahiah, son of Uzzi, son of Bukki, NASB 1995 son of Zerahiah, son of Uzzi, son of Bukki, NASB 1977 son of Zerahiah, son of Uzzi, son of Bukki, Legacy Standard Bible son of Zerahiah, son of Uzzi, son of Bukki, Amplified Bible the son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki, Christian Standard Bible Zerahiah’s son, Uzzi’s son, Bukki’s son, Holman Christian Standard Bible Zerahiah’s son, Uzzi’s son, Bukki’s son, American Standard Version the son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki, English Revised Version the son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki, GOD'S WORD® Translation who was the son of Zerahiah, who was the son of Uzzi, who was the son of Bukki, Good News Translation son of Zerahiah, son of Uzzi, son of Bukki, International Standard Version son of Zerahiah, son of Uzzi, son of Bukki, Majority Standard Bible the son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki, NET Bible who was the son of Zerahiah, who was the son of Uzzi, who was the son of Bukki, New Heart English Bible the son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki, Webster's Bible Translation The son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki, World English Bible the son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionson of Zerahiah, son of Uzzi, son of Bukki, Young's Literal Translation son of Zerahiah, son of Uzzi, son of Bukki, Smith's Literal Translation Son of Zerahiah, son of Uzzi, son of Bukki, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe son of Zarahias, the son of Ozi, the son of Bocci, Catholic Public Domain Version the son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki, New American Bible son of Zerahiah, son of Uzzi, son of Bukki, New Revised Standard Version son of Zerahiah, son of Uzzi, son of Bukki, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe son of Zerahiah, the son of Gadai, the son of Bakki, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Son of Zerakhyah, son of Gadi, son of Baqi, OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917the son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki, Brenton Septuagint Translation the son of Zaraia, the son of Ozias, the son of Bokki, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Ezra Goes Up to Jerusalem…3the son of Amariah, the son of Azariah, the son of Meraioth, 4the son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki, 5the son of Abishua, the son of Phinehas, the son of Eleazar, the son of Aaron the chief priest—… Cross References Nehemiah 8:1-8 At that time all the people gathered together in the square before the Water Gate, and they asked Ezra the scribe to bring out the Book of the Law of Moses, which the LORD had commanded for Israel. / On the first day of the seventh month, Ezra the priest brought the Law before the assembly of men and women and all who could listen and understand. / So Ezra read it aloud from daybreak until noon as he faced the square before the Water Gate, in front of the men and women and those who could understand. And all the people listened attentively to the Book of the Law. ... 2 Chronicles 17:7-9 In the third year of his reign, Jehoshaphat sent his officials Ben-hail, Obadiah, Zechariah, Nethanel, and Micaiah to teach in the cities of Judah, / accompanied by certain Levites—Shemaiah, Nethaniah, Zebadiah, Asahel, Shemiramoth, Jehonathan, Adonijah, Tobijah, and Tob-adonijah—along with the priests Elishama and Jehoram. / They taught throughout Judah, taking with them the Book of the Law of the LORD. They went throughout the towns of Judah and taught the people. 2 Chronicles 35:3 To the Levites who taught all Israel and were holy to the LORD, Josiah said: “Put the holy ark in the temple built by Solomon son of David king of Israel. It is not to be carried around on your shoulders. Now serve the LORD your God and His people Israel. Nehemiah 13:1-3 At that time the Book of Moses was read aloud in the hearing of the people, and in it they found the passage stating that no Ammonite or Moabite should ever enter the assembly of God, / because they had not met the Israelites with food and water, but had hired Balaam to call down a curse against them (although our God had turned the curse into a blessing). / As soon as the people heard this law, they excluded from Israel all of foreign descent. 2 Kings 23:2 And he went up to the house of the LORD with all the people of Judah and Jerusalem, as well as the priests and the prophets—all the people small and great—and in their hearing he read all the words of the Book of the Covenant that had been found in the house of the LORD. 2 Chronicles 34:30 And he went up to the house of the LORD with all the people of Judah and Jerusalem, as well as the priests and the Levites—all the people great and small—and in their hearing he read all the words of the Book of the Covenant that had been found in the house of the LORD. Deuteronomy 31:9-13 So Moses wrote down this law and gave it to the priests, the sons of Levi, who carried the ark of the covenant of the LORD, and to all the elders of Israel. / Then Moses commanded them, “At the end of every seven years, at the appointed time in the year of remission of debt, during the Feast of Tabernacles, / when all Israel comes before the LORD your God at the place He will choose, you are to read this law in the hearing of all Israel. ... Malachi 2:7 For the lips of a priest should preserve knowledge, and people should seek instruction from his mouth, because he is the messenger of the LORD of Hosts. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, / so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work. Acts 15:21 For Moses has been proclaimed in every city from ancient times and is read in the synagogues on every Sabbath.” Matthew 23:2-3 “The scribes and Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat. / So practice and observe everything they tell you. But do not do what they do, for they do not practice what they preach. Romans 15:4 For everything that was written in the past was written for our instruction, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures, we might have hope. 1 Timothy 4:13 Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to exhortation, and to teaching. Acts 13:15 After the reading from the Law and the Prophets, the synagogue leaders sent word to them: “Brothers, if you have a word of encouragement for the people, please speak.” Luke 4:16-17 Then Jesus came to Nazareth, where He had been brought up. As was His custom, He entered the synagogue on the Sabbath. And when He stood up to read, / the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was handed to Him. Unrolling it, He found the place where it was written: Treasury of Scripture The son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki, Jump to Previous Bukki Uzzi Zerahiah Zerahi'ahJump to Next Bukki Uzzi Zerahiah Zerahi'ahEzra 7 1. Ezra goes up to Jerusalem11. The gracious commission of Artaxerxes to Ezra 27. Ezra blesses God for this favor the son of Zerahiah Zerahiah is a name that appears in the genealogies of the priestly line, indicating a lineage of significant religious authority. This connection underscores the importance of Ezra's heritage as a priest and scribe. Zerahiah's name means "Yahweh has risen," which can be seen as a reflection of God's faithfulness in raising leaders for His people. This lineage is crucial for establishing Ezra's credentials and authority in leading the spiritual renewal of Israel. The priestly line is essential for maintaining the covenant relationship between God and Israel, as seen in passages like Exodus 28, where the priesthood is established. the son of Uzzi the son of Bukki Persons / Places / Events 1. ZerahiahA descendant of Aaron, the high priest, Zerahiah is part of the priestly lineage. His name means "Yahweh has risen," indicating a divine connection and purpose. 2. Uzzi Another priestly ancestor, Uzzi's name means "my strength" or "my power," reflecting the strength and authority given by God to the priestly line. 3. Bukki Also a descendant of Aaron, Bukki's name means "wasting" or "emptying." His inclusion in the genealogy underscores the continuity of the priestly line despite challenges. 4. Genealogy of Ezra This genealogy is significant as it establishes Ezra's credentials as a legitimate priest and scribe, tracing his lineage back to Aaron, the brother of Moses. 5. Priestly Lineage The emphasis on lineage highlights the importance of heritage and divine appointment in the roles of leadership and service in Israel. Teaching Points The Importance of Heritage and IdentityUnderstanding our spiritual heritage can strengthen our identity and purpose in God's plan. Just as Ezra's lineage affirmed his role, our spiritual lineage in Christ affirms our identity as children of God. God's Faithfulness Across Generations The continuity of the priestly line from Aaron to Ezra illustrates God's faithfulness in preserving His promises and purposes across generations. We can trust in God's faithfulness in our own lives and families. The Role of Leadership in Spiritual Renewal Ezra's genealogy sets the stage for his leadership in the spiritual renewal of Israel. Effective spiritual leadership often requires a deep understanding of one's calling and heritage. The Significance of Divine Appointment Just as Ezra was divinely appointed through his lineage, believers are appointed by God for specific purposes. Recognizing and embracing our divine appointments can lead to fruitful ministry and service. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew the sonבֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Zerahiah, זְרַֽחְיָ֥ה (zə·raḥ·yāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2228: Zerahiah -- 'Yah has risen', two Israelites the son בֶן־ (ḇen-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Uzzi, עֻזִּ֖י (‘uz·zî) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5813: Uzzi -- 'forceful', the name of several Israelites the son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Bukki, בֻּקִּֽי׃ (buq·qî) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1231: Bukki -- two Israelites Links Ezra 7:4 NIVEzra 7:4 NLT Ezra 7:4 ESV Ezra 7:4 NASB Ezra 7:4 KJV Ezra 7:4 BibleApps.com Ezra 7:4 Biblia Paralela Ezra 7:4 Chinese Bible Ezra 7:4 French Bible Ezra 7:4 Catholic Bible OT History: Ezra 7:4 The son of Zerahiah the son (Ezr. Ez) |