Nehemiah 7:24
New International Version
of Hariph 112

New Living Translation
The family of Jorah 112

English Standard Version
The sons of Hariph, 112.

Berean Standard Bible
the descendants of Hariph, 112;

King James Bible
The children of Hariph, an hundred and twelve.

New King James Version
the sons of Hariph, one hundred and twelve;

New American Standard Bible
the sons of Hariph, 112;

NASB 1995
the sons of Hariph, 112;

NASB 1977
the sons of Hariph, 112;

Legacy Standard Bible
the sons of Hariph, 112;

Amplified Bible
the sons of Hariph, 112;

Christian Standard Bible
Hariph’s descendants 112

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Hariph’s descendants 112

American Standard Version
The children of Hariph, a hundred and twelve.

English Revised Version
The children of Hariph, an hundred and twelve.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
of Hariph 112

International Standard Version
Hariph's descendants: 112

Majority Standard Bible
the descendants of Hariph, 112;

NET Bible
the descendants of Harif, 112;

New Heart English Bible
The descendants of Hariph, one hundred twelve.

Webster's Bible Translation
The children of Hariph, a hundred and twelve.

World English Bible
The children of Hariph: one hundred twelve.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
sons of Hariph, one hundred [and] twelve;

Young's Literal Translation
Sons of Hariph: a hundred and twelve.

Smith's Literal Translation
The sons of Hariph, a hundred and twelve.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The children of Hareph, a hundred and twelve.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The sons of Hariph, one hundred twelve.

New American Bible
descendants of Hariph, one hundred and twelve;

New Revised Standard Version
Of Hariph, one hundred twelve.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The descendants of Horam, one hundred and twelve.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The children of Khuram, a hundred and twelve.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
The children of Hariph, a hundred and twelve.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
The children of Ariph, a hundred and twelve: the children of Asen, two hundred and twenty-three.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The List of Returning Exiles
23the descendants of Bezai, 324; 24the descendants of Hariph, 112; 25the descendants of Gibeon, 95;…

Cross References
Ezra 2:18
the descendants of Jorah, 112;

Nehemiah 11:1-2
Now the leaders of the people settled in Jerusalem, and the rest of the people cast lots to bring one out of ten to live in the holy city of Jerusalem, while the remaining nine were to dwell in their own towns. / And the people blessed all the men who volunteered to live in Jerusalem.

Nehemiah 3:1-32
At the Sheep Gate, Eliashib the high priest and his fellow priests began rebuilding. They dedicated it and installed its doors. After building as far as the Tower of the Hundred and the Tower of Hananel, they dedicated the wall. / The men of Jericho built next to Eliashib, and Zaccur son of Imri built next to them. / The Fish Gate was rebuilt by the sons of Hassenaah. They laid its beams and installed its doors, bolts, and bars. ...

Nehemiah 12:1-26
Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra, / Amariah, Malluch, Hattush, / Shecaniah, Rehum, Meremoth, ...

1 Chronicles 9:1-2
So all Israel was recorded in the genealogies written in the Book of the Kings of Israel. But Judah was exiled to Babylon because of their unfaithfulness. / Now the first to resettle their own property in their cities were Israelites, priests, Levites, and temple servants.

Ezra 8:1-20
These are the family heads and genealogical records of those who returned with me from Babylon during the reign of King Artaxerxes: / from the descendants of Phinehas, Gershom; from the descendants of Ithamar, Daniel; from the descendants of David, Hattush / of the descendants of Shecaniah; from the descendants of Parosh, Zechariah, and with him were registered 150 men; ...

Nehemiah 2:17-18
Then I said to them, “You see the trouble we are in. Jerusalem lies in ruins, and its gates have been burned down. Come, let us rebuild the wall of Jerusalem, so that we will no longer be a disgrace.” / I also told them about the gracious hand of my God upon me, and what the king had said to me. “Let us start rebuilding,” they replied, and they set their hands to this good work.

Nehemiah 6:15-16
So the wall was completed in fifty-two days, on the twenty-fifth of Elul. / When all our enemies heard about this, all the surrounding nations were afraid and disheartened, for they realized that this task had been accomplished by our God.

Nehemiah 8:1-3
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.

Nehemiah 9:1-3
On the twenty-fourth day of the same month, the Israelites gathered together, fasting and wearing sackcloth, with dust on their heads. / Those of Israelite descent separated themselves from all the foreigners, and they stood and confessed their sins and the iniquities of their fathers. / While they stood in their places, they read from the Book of the Law of the LORD their God for a quarter of the day, and they spent another quarter of the day in confession and worship of the LORD their God.

Nehemiah 10:28-29
“The rest of the people—the priests, Levites, gatekeepers, singers, temple servants, and all who had separated themselves from the people of the land to obey the Law of God—along with their wives and all their sons and daughters who are able to understand, / hereby join with their noble brothers and commit themselves with a sworn oath to follow the Law of God given through His servant Moses and to obey carefully all the commandments, ordinances, and statutes of the LORD our Lord.

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 1:1-17
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 2:41-47
Those who embraced his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to the believers that day. / They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. / A sense of awe came over everyone, and the apostles performed many wonders and signs. ...


Treasury of Scripture

The children of Hariph, an hundred and twelve.

Ezra 2:18
The children of Jorah, an hundred and twelve.

Jorah

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Nehemiah 7
1. Nehemiah commits the charge of Jerusalem to Hanani and Hananiah
5. A register of the genealogy of them which came at the first out of Babylon
9. of the people
39. of the priests
43. of the Levites
46. of the Nethinims
57. of Solomon's servants
63. and of the priests which could not find their pedigree
66. The whole number of them, with their substance
70. Their offerings














the descendants of Hariph,
The mention of "the descendants of Hariph" refers to a specific family or clan that returned from the Babylonian exile. The name Hariph is not widely mentioned elsewhere in the Bible, suggesting that this family might not have been prominent in earlier biblical narratives. However, their inclusion in the list signifies their importance in the restoration of Jerusalem and the reestablishment of the Jewish community. This reflects the broader biblical theme of God’s faithfulness in preserving His people and fulfilling His promises, as seen in the return from exile.

112;
The number 112 indicates the count of individuals from the family of Hariph who returned to Jerusalem. This precise number underscores the meticulous record-keeping and organization during the rebuilding efforts led by Nehemiah. It highlights the importance of each family and individual in the collective effort to restore the city and its religious practices. This attention to detail is reminiscent of other biblical genealogies and censuses, such as those found in the books of Numbers and Chronicles, which emphasize the continuity and identity of God's people.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Nehemiah
The central figure in the book, Nehemiah was a Jewish leader who played a crucial role in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. His leadership and dedication to God's work are central themes in the book.

2. The Descendants of Hariph
This group is listed among those who returned to Jerusalem from the Babylonian exile. The mention of their number, 112, highlights the importance of each family and individual in the restoration of the community.

3. Jerusalem
The city of Jerusalem is the focal point of Nehemiah's mission. The rebuilding of its walls symbolizes the restoration of the Jewish people and their covenant relationship with God.

4. The Babylonian Exile
This was a period of great trial for the Jewish people, during which they were taken captive to Babylon. The return from exile marks a significant moment of renewal and hope.

5. The Census
Nehemiah 7 includes a census of the people who returned from exile. This list underscores the importance of community and the fulfillment of God's promises to restore His people.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Community
Each individual and family is significant in God's plan. The detailed census in Nehemiah 7 reminds us that every person has a role in the community of faith.

Faithfulness Across Generations
The descendants of Hariph, like many others, represent the continuity of faith and the fulfillment of God's promises over time. We are called to be faithful stewards of our spiritual heritage.

Restoration and Renewal
Just as the returnees were part of the physical and spiritual rebuilding of Jerusalem, we are invited to participate in God's work of restoration in our own lives and communities.

God's Sovereignty in History
The return from exile and the rebuilding of Jerusalem demonstrate God's control over history and His ability to bring about His purposes despite human failures.Verse 24. - The children of Hariph. Ezra has "Jorah" instead of Hariph (Ezra 2:18); but "Hariph" is confirmed by Nehemiah 10:19.

Parallel Commentaries ...


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

of Hariph,
חָרִ֔יף (ḥā·rîp̄)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2756: Hariph -- an Israelite

112;
מֵאָ֖ה (mê·’āh)
Number - feminine singular
Strong's 3967: A hundred


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