Nehemiah 12:19
New International Version
of Joiarib’s, Mattenai; of Jedaiah’s, Uzzi;

New Living Translation
Mattenai was leader of the family of Joiarib. Uzzi was leader of the family of Jedaiah.

English Standard Version
of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

Berean Standard Bible
of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

King James Bible
And of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

New King James Version
of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

New American Standard Bible
of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

NASB 1995
of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

NASB 1977
of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

Legacy Standard Bible
of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

Amplified Bible
of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

Christian Standard Bible
Mattenai of Joiarib, Uzzi of Jedaiah,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Mattenai of Joiarib, Uzzi of Jedaiah,

American Standard Version
and of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

Contemporary English Version
Mattenai of Joiarib, Uzzi of Jedaiah,

English Revised Version
and of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
from Joiarib, Mattenai; from Jedaiah, Uzzi;

International Standard Version
of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

Majority Standard Bible
of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

NET Bible
of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

New Heart English Bible
and of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

Webster's Bible Translation
And of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

World English Bible
of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

Young's Literal Translation
and of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

Smith's Literal Translation
And to Joiarib, Mattenai; to Jedaiah, Uzzi;
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Of Joiarib, Mathanai: of Jodaia, Azzi:

Catholic Public Domain Version
of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

New American Bible
and for Joiarib, Mattenai; for Jedaiah, Uzzi;

New Revised Standard Version
of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Jehoidah, Mathnai, Jedaiah, Uzzi;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Yawida, Mathni, Yedaia, Azi
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
to Joarib, Matthanai; to Edio, Ozi;

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Priests and Levites who Returned
18of Bilgah, Shammua; of Shemaiah, Jonathan; 19of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi; 20of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;…

Cross References
Nehemiah 7:43
The Levites: the descendants of Jeshua (through Kadmiel, through the line of Hodevah), 74.

Nehemiah 10:9-13
The Levites: Jeshua son of Azaniah, Binnui of the sons of Henadad, Kadmiel, / and their associates: Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan, / Mica, Rehob, Hashabiah, ...

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.

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.

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.

1 Chronicles 23:4-5
“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, / 4,000 are to be gatekeepers, and 4,000 are to praise the LORD with the instruments I have made for giving praise.”

1 Chronicles 25:1-8
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: / From the sons of Asaph: Zaccur, Joseph, Nethaniah, and Asarelah. These sons of Asaph were under the direction of Asaph, who prophesied under the direction of the king. / From the sons of Jeduthun: Gedaliah, Zeri, Jeshaiah, Shimei, Hashabiah, and Mattithiah—six in all—under the direction of their father Jeduthun, who prophesied with the harp, giving thanks and praise to the LORD. ...

2 Chronicles 29:25-30
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. / The Levites stood with the instruments of David, and the priests with the trumpets. / And Hezekiah ordered that the burnt offering be sacrificed on the altar. When the burnt offering began, the song of the LORD and the trumpets began as well, accompanied by the instruments of David king of Israel. ...

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.

Ezra 3:10-11
When the builders had laid the foundation of the temple of the LORD, the priests in their apparel with trumpets, and the Levites (the sons of Asaph) with cymbals, took their positions to praise the LORD, as David king of Israel had prescribed. / And they sang responsively with praise and thanksgiving to the LORD: “For He is good; for His loving devotion to Israel endures forever.” Then all the people gave a great shout of praise to the LORD, because the foundation of the house of the LORD had been laid.

Psalm 134:1-2
A song of ascents. Come, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD who serve by night in the house of the LORD! / Lift up your hands to the sanctuary and bless the LORD!

Psalm 135:1-2
Hallelujah! Praise the name of the LORD. Give praise, O servants of the LORD, / who stand in the house of the LORD, in the courts of the house of our God.

Matthew 26:30
And when they had sung a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives.

Mark 14:26
And when they had sung a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives.


Treasury of Scripture

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Nehemiah 12
1. The priests and the Levites which came up with Zerubbabel.
10. The succession of high priests.
22. Certain chief Levites.
27. The solemnity of the dedication of the walls.
44. The offices of priests and Levites appointed in the temple.














of Malluch
The name "Malluch" is of Hebrew origin, meaning "counselor" or "ruler." In the context of Nehemiah, Malluch is listed among the priests who returned with Zerubbabel and Jeshua. This highlights the continuity and faithfulness of the priestly line, emphasizing the importance of spiritual leadership in the restoration of Jerusalem. The role of a counselor or ruler is significant, as it underscores the need for wise and godly leadership in guiding the people according to God's laws and purposes.

Jonathan
The name "Jonathan" means "Yahweh has given" in Hebrew. This name is common in the Old Testament and often associated with loyalty and faithfulness, as seen in the relationship between Jonathan, the son of King Saul, and David. In this context, Jonathan represents the divine provision and blessing upon the priestly line, reminding the readers of God's faithfulness in providing leaders who are dedicated to His service.

of Shebaniah
"Shebaniah" is a name that means "Yahweh has grown" or "Yahweh has increased." This name reflects the growth and expansion of God's work among His people. In the historical context of Nehemiah, it signifies the rebuilding and strengthening of the community of faith in Jerusalem. The mention of Shebaniah serves as a reminder of God's ability to nurture and increase His people, even in times of adversity and rebuilding.

Joseph
The name "Joseph" means "He will add" or "Jehovah has added" in Hebrew. Joseph is a significant biblical figure, known for his faithfulness and integrity in the face of trials. In the context of Nehemiah, the name Joseph symbolizes God's ongoing work of addition and multiplication within the community of believers. It serves as an encouragement that God continues to add to His people, both in numbers and in spiritual depth, as they remain faithful to His covenant.

Verse 19. - And of Joiarib. The conjunction "and' occurring here, exactly as it does in ver. 6, once only in the whole list, and before the same name, shows that the two documents (Nehemiah 12:1-7, 12-21) are from the same hand. That the hand is that of Nehemiah, or a contemporary, seems to follow from the fact that no reason can be assigned for the division, or for the low place in the lists of the names Joiarib and Jedaiah, except the failure of these families to set their seals to the covenant (see the comment on ver. 6). PARENTHETIC STATEMENT OF THE TIME DOWN TO WHICH EXACT LISTS OF THE LEADING PRIESTS AND LEVITES WERE KEPT (Nehemiah 12:22, 23). These verses appear to constitute a late insertion. They interrupt the list of high church officers in the time of Joiakim, which is commenced in ver. 12 and not concluded till ver. 26. By their mention of Jaddua as high priest, and of "Darius the Persian" as contemporary king, they betray a writer who lived at least as late as B.C. 336, or nearly a century after the time of Nehemiah's religious reforms. The facts put on record by this writer are not of very much importance. They seem to be simply these: -

1. That the practice of accurately recording the heads of the priestly and Levitical courses, which Nehemiah has noted as belonging to the days of Joiakim, was continued under his successors, Eliashib, Joiada, Johanan, and Jaddua, down (at any rate) to the accession of Darius Codomannus; and,

2. That in the case of the Levites the lists were inserted into the book of the chronicles - not our "Book," but that larger one, of which ours is in the main an abbreviation - down to the time of Johanan, the son (or, rather, grandson) of Eliashib. It has been supposed that the writer originally accompanied these statements with lists that have been lost, but this does not appear to be probable.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
of Joiarib,
וּלְיוֹיָרִ֣יב (ū·lə·yō·w·yā·rîḇ)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3114: Jojarib

Mattenai;
מַתְּנַ֔י (mat·tə·nay)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4982: Mattenai -- an Israelite priest, also two Israelites

of Jedaiah,
לִֽידַֽעְיָ֖ה (lî·ḏa‘·yāh)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3048: Jedaiah -- 'Yah has known', the name of several Israelites

Uzzi;
עֻזִּֽי׃ (‘uz·zî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5813: Uzzi -- 'forceful', the name of several Israelites


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