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New International Version
From the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;

New Living Translation
From the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, son of Azrikam, son of Hashabiah, son of Bunni.

English Standard Version
And of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, son of Azrikam, son of Hashabiah, son of Bunni;

Berean Standard Bible
From the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;

King James Bible
Also of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hashub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;

New King James Version
Also of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;

New American Standard Bible
Now from the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;

NASB 1995
Now from the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;

NASB 1977
Now from the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;

Legacy Standard Bible
Now from the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;

Amplified Bible
Now from the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;

Christian Standard Bible
The Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, son of Azrikam, son of Hashabiah, son of Bunni;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, son of Azrikam, son of Hashabiah, son of Bunni;

American Standard Version
And of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;

Contemporary English Version
Several Levites settled in Jerusalem. First, there was Shemaiah son of Hasshub. His ancestors were Azrikam, Hashabiah, and Bunni.

English Revised Version
And of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
These were the Levites: Shemaiah who was the son of Hasshub, who was the son of Azrikam, who was the son of Hashabiah, who was the son of Bunni.

Good News Translation
Levites: Shemaiah, the son of Hasshub and grandson of Azrikam. His ancestors included Hashabiah and Bunni.

International Standard Version
From the descendants of Levi: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni,

Majority Standard Bible
From the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;

NET Bible
From the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;

New Heart English Bible
Of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;

Webster's Bible Translation
Also of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hashub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;

World English Bible
Of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And of the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hashub, son of Azrikam, son of Hashabiah, son of Bunni,

Young's Literal Translation
And of the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hashub, son of Azrikam, son of Hashabiah, son of Bunni,

Smith's Literal Translation
And from the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hashub, son of Azrikam, son of Hashabiah, son of Bunni.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And of the Levites Semeia the son of Hasub, the son of Azaricam, the son of Hasabia, the son of Boni,

Catholic Public Domain Version
And from the Levites, there were Shemaiah, the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni,

New American Bible
Among the Levites were Shemaiah, son of Hasshub, son of Azrikam, son of Hashabiah, son of Bunni;

New Revised Standard Version
And of the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub son of Azrikam son of Hashabiah son of Bunni;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Also the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Joshua, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Banni, the son of Shabbethai.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And of the Levites: Shemaiah, son of Yeshua, son of Zarqim, son of Kheshabya, son of Banni, son of Shabti.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And of the Levites; Samaia, son of Esricam,

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Context
The New Settlers in Jerusalem
…14and his associates—128 mighty men of valor. Zabdiel son of Haggedolim was their overseer. 15From the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni; 16Shabbethai and Jozabad, two leaders of the Levites, who supervised the work outside the house of God;…
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Cross References
1 Chronicles 9:14-16
From the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, a descendant of Merari; / Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph; / Obadiah son of Shemaiah, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun; and Berechiah son of Asa, the son of Elkanah, who lived in the villages of the Netophathites.

Ezra 2:40-42
The Levites: the descendants of Jeshua and Kadmiel (through the line of Hodaviah), 74. / The singers: the descendants of Asaph, 128. / The gatekeepers: the descendants of Shallum, the descendants of Ater, the descendants of Talmon, the descendants of Akkub, the descendants of Hatita, and the descendants of Shobai, 139 in all.

Nehemiah 7:43-45
The Levites: the descendants of Jeshua (through Kadmiel, through the line of Hodevah), 74. / The singers: the descendants of Asaph, 148. / The gatekeepers: the descendants of Shallum, the descendants of Ater, the descendants of Talmon, the descendants of Akkub, the descendants of Hatita, and the descendants of Shobai, 138 in all.

1 Chronicles 23:4
“Of these,” said David, “24,000 are to oversee the work of the house of the LORD, 6,000 are to be officers and judges,

1 Chronicles 23:32
So the Levites were to carry out the responsibilities for the Tent of Meeting and the Holy Place, and, under their brothers the descendants of Aaron, the service of the house of the LORD.

1 Chronicles 25:1
Additionally, David and the commanders of the army set apart some of the sons of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun to prophesy with the accompaniment of lyres, harps, and cymbals. The following is the list of the men who performed this service:

1 Chronicles 26:12
These divisions of the gatekeepers, through their chief men, had duties for ministering in the house of the LORD, just as their relatives did.

1 Chronicles 6:31-32
These are the men David put in charge of the music in the house of the LORD after the ark rested there. / They ministered with song before the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting, until Solomon built the house of the LORD in Jerusalem. And they performed their duties according to the regulations given them.

2 Chronicles 29:25
Hezekiah stationed the Levites in the house of the LORD with cymbals, harps, and lyres according to the command of David, of Gad the king’s seer, and of Nathan the prophet. For the command had come from the LORD through His prophets.

2 Chronicles 31:2
Hezekiah reestablished the divisions of the priests and Levites—each of them according to their duties as priests or Levites—for the burnt offerings and peace offerings, for ministry, for giving thanks, and for singing praises at the gates of the LORD’s dwelling.

2 Chronicles 35:15
The singers, the descendants of Asaph, were at their stations according to the command of David, Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun the king’s seer. And the gatekeepers at each gate did not need to leave their posts, because their fellow Levites made preparations for them.

Acts 6:4
and will devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word.”

Acts 13:2
While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.”

Romans 12:7
if it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach;

1 Corinthians 12:28
And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, and those with gifts of healing, helping, administration, and various tongues.


Treasury of Scripture

Also of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hashub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Bunni;

Shemaiah.

1 Chronicles 9:14,19
And of the Levites; Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, of the sons of Merari; …

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Azrikam Azri'kam Bunni Hashabiah Hashabi'ah Hashub Hasshub Levites Shemaiah Shemai'ah
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Azrikam Azri'kam Bunni Hashabiah Hashabi'ah Hashub Hasshub Levites Shemaiah Shemai'ah
Nehemiah 11
1. The rulers, voluntary men, and the tenth man chosen by lot, dwell at Jerusalem.
3. A catalogue of their names.
20. Those who remain dwell in other cities.














Berean Study Bible
From the Levites
The Levites were a distinct tribe in Israel, set apart for religious duties and temple service. Their role was crucial in maintaining the spiritual life of the nation. The Hebrew root for Levites, "לֵוִי" (Levi), signifies "joined" or "attached," reflecting their special relationship with God and their dedication to His service. Historically, the Levites were not given a territorial inheritance like the other tribes, emphasizing their unique calling to serve God and His people.

Shemaiah
The name Shemaiah means "heard by Yahweh" in Hebrew. This name reflects a deep spiritual truth that God hears and responds to His people. In the context of Nehemiah, Shemaiah represents those who are attentive to God's voice and are called to serve Him faithfully. The presence of individuals like Shemaiah in Jerusalem underscores the importance of spiritual leadership in the community's restoration.

son of Hasshub
Hasshub means "considerate" or "thoughtful." This name suggests a lineage characterized by reflection and careful consideration, qualities essential for those serving in the temple. The mention of Hasshub highlights the importance of family heritage and the passing down of spiritual values through generations.

the son of Azrikam
Azrikam means "helped by a friend" or "my help has risen." This name indicates divine assistance and support, a reminder that those who serve God do not do so in their own strength but are upheld by His power. The inclusion of Azrikam in the genealogy emphasizes the theme of divine providence and support for those dedicated to God's work.

the son of Hashabiah
Hashabiah means "Yahweh has considered" or "Yahweh has regarded." This name reflects the idea that God is mindful of His servants and their needs. It serves as an encouragement to the Levites and all believers that God is aware of their service and will reward their faithfulness.

from the descendants of Bunni
Bunni means "built" or "understanding." This name suggests a foundation of wisdom and insight, qualities necessary for those involved in the spiritual and communal rebuilding of Jerusalem. The mention of Bunni's descendants highlights the continuity of God's work through successive generations, each building upon the legacy of faith and service of their forebears.

Pulpit Commentary
Verses 15, 16. - Also of the Levites: Shemaiah. Compare 1 Chronicles 9:14. Shemaiah was a descendant of Merari. Together with Shabbethai and Jozabad (ver. 16), he had the superintendence of the outward business of the house of God; or, in other words, of its worldly affairs and money matters. As in the Christian Church a special order was appointed "to serve tables" (Acts 6:2-5), so in the Jewish the secular business of the temple was intrusted to a few carefully-selected persons of the inferior order of the ministry, who were known to have a special capacity for such matters (see 1 Chronicles 26:29).

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Hebrew
From
וּמִֽן־ (ū·min-)
Conjunctive waw | Preposition
Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of

the Levites:
הַלְוִיִּ֑ם (hal·wî·yim)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural
Strong's 3881: Levites -- descendant of Levi

Shemaiah
שְׁמַעְיָ֧ה (šə·ma‘·yāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8098: Shemaiah -- 'Yah hears', the name of a number of Israelites

son
בֶן־ (ḇen-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Hasshub,
חַשּׁ֛וּב (ḥaš·šūḇ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2815: Hasshub -- the name of several Israelites

the son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Azrikam,
עַזְרִיקָ֥ם (‘az·rî·qām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5840: Azrikam -- 'my help has risen', four Israelites

the son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Hashabiah,
חֲשַׁבְיָ֖ה (ḥă·šaḇ·yāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2811: Hashabiah -- 'Yah has taken account', the name of a number of Israelites

the son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Bunni;
בּוּנִּֽי׃ (būn·nî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1138: Bunni -- the name of several Israelites


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