Nehemiah 7:28
New International Version
of Beth Azmaveth 42

New Living Translation
The people of Beth-azmaveth 42

English Standard Version
The men of Beth-azmaveth, 42.

Berean Standard Bible
the men of Beth-azmaveth, 42;

King James Bible
The men of Bethazmaveth, forty and two.

New King James Version
the men of Beth Azmaveth, forty-two;

New American Standard Bible
the men of Beth-azmaveth, 42;

NASB 1995
the men of Beth-azmaveth, 42;

NASB 1977
the men of Beth-azmaveth, 42;

Legacy Standard Bible
the men of Beth-azmaveth, 42;

Amplified Bible
the men of Beth-azmaveth, 42;

Christian Standard Bible
Beth-azmaveth’s men 42

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Beth-azmaveth’s men 42

American Standard Version
The men of Beth-azmaveth, forty and two.

English Revised Version
The men of Beth-azmaveth, forty and two.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
of Beth Azmaveth 42

International Standard Version
People from Beth-azmaveth: 42

Majority Standard Bible
the men of Beth-azmaveth, 42;

NET Bible
the men of the family of Azmaveth, 42;

New Heart English Bible
The men of Beth Azmaveth, forty-two.

Webster's Bible Translation
The men of Beth-azmaveth, forty two.

World English Bible
The men of Beth Azmaveth: forty-two.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
men of Beth-Azmaveth, forty-two;

Young's Literal Translation
Men of Beth-Azmaveth: forty and two.

Smith's Literal Translation
The men of the house strong as death, forty and two.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The men of Bethazmoth, forty-two.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The men of Beth-azmaveth, forty-two.

New American Bible
people of Beth-azmaveth, forty-two;

New Revised Standard Version
Of Beth-azmaveth, forty-two.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The men of Beth-ramoth, forty-two.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The men of Beyth Armuth, forty and two.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
The men of Beth-azmaveth, forty and two.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
The men of Bethasmoth, forty-two.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The List of Returning Exiles
27the men of Anathoth, 128; 28the men of Beth-azmaveth, 42; 29the men of Kiriath-jearim, Chephirah, and Beeroth, 743;…

Cross References
Nehemiah 11:25-30
As for the villages with their fields, some of the people of Judah lived in Kiriath-arba, Dibon, Jekabzeel, and their villages; / in Jeshua, Moladah, and Beth-pelet; / in Hazar-shual; in Beersheba and its villages; ...

Joshua 15:21-32
These were the southernmost cities of the tribe of Judah in the Negev toward the border of Edom: Kabzeel, Eder, Jagur, / Kinah, Dimonah, Adadah, / Kedesh, Hazor, Ithnan, ...

1 Chronicles 4:28-33
They lived in Beersheba, Moladah, Hazar-shual, / Bilhah, Ezem, Tolad, / Bethuel, Hormah, Ziklag, ...

Joshua 19:1-9
The second lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Simeon: Their inheritance lay within the territory of Judah / and included Beersheba (or Sheba), Moladah, / Hazar-shual, Balah, Ezem, ...

1 Samuel 30:26-31
When David arrived in Ziklag, he sent some of the plunder to his friends, the elders of Judah, saying, “Here is a gift for you from the plunder of the LORD’s enemies.” / He sent gifts to those in Bethel, Ramoth Negev, and Jattir; / to those in Aroer, Siphmoth, and Eshtemoa; ...

2 Samuel 2:1-4
Some time later, David inquired of the LORD, “Should I go up to one of the towns of Judah?” “Go up,” the LORD answered. Then David asked, “Where should I go?” “To Hebron,” replied the LORD. / So David went there with his two wives, Ahinoam of Jezreel and Abigail the widow of Nabal of Carmel. / David also took the men who were with him, each with his household, and they settled in the towns near Hebron. ...

1 Kings 19:3
And Elijah was afraid and ran for his life. When he came to Beersheba in Judah, he left his servant there,

2 Chronicles 11:5-10
Rehoboam lived in Jerusalem, and he built up cities for defense in Judah. / He built up Bethlehem, Etam, Tekoa, / Beth-zur, Soco, Adullam, ...

Jeremiah 34:7
as the army of the king of Babylon was fighting against Jerusalem and the remaining cities of Judah—against Lachish and Azekah. For these were the only fortified cities remaining in Judah.

Ezekiel 48:28-34
The southern border of Gad will run from Tamar to the waters of Meribath-kadesh, then along the Brook of Egypt and out to the Great Sea. / This is the land you are to allot as an inheritance to the tribes of Israel, and these will be their portions,” declares the Lord GOD. / “These will be the exits of the city: Beginning on the north side, which will be 4,500 cubits long, ...

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 2:5-11
Now there were dwelling in Jerusalem God-fearing Jews from every nation under heaven. / And when this sound rang out, a crowd came together in bewilderment, because each one heard them speaking his own language. / Astounded and amazed, they asked, “Are not all these who are speaking Galileans? ...

Romans 11:1-5
I ask then, did God reject His people? Certainly not! I am an Israelite myself, a descendant of Abraham, from the tribe of Benjamin. / God did not reject His people, whom He foreknew. Do you not know what the Scripture says about Elijah, how he appealed to God against Israel: / “Lord, they have killed Your prophets and torn down Your altars. I am the only one left, and they are seeking my life as well”? ...

Hebrews 11:32-34
And what more shall I say? Time will not allow me to tell of Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel, and the prophets, / who through faith conquered kingdoms, administered justice, and gained what was promised; who shut the mouths of lions, / quenched the raging fire, and escaped the edge of the sword; who gained strength from weakness, became mighty in battle, and put foreign armies to flight.


Treasury of Scripture

The men of Bethazmaveth, forty and two.

Beth-azmaveth

Ezra 2:24
The children of Azmaveth, forty and two.

Azmaveth

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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 men of Beth-azmaveth, 42;
Beth-azmaveth is a location mentioned in the context of the return of the exiles to Jerusalem. It is identified as a town in the territory of Benjamin, one of the tribes of Israel. The name "Beth-azmaveth" means "house of Azmaveth," which could refer to a person or a notable figure associated with the area. This town is also mentioned in Ezra 2:24, indicating its significance during the post-exilic period. The listing of the men from Beth-azmaveth highlights the importance of each community's contribution to the rebuilding efforts in Jerusalem.

The number 42 represents the men from this town who returned. This specific count underscores the detailed record-keeping and the importance of each individual in the restoration of the Jewish community. The precision in numbers reflects the careful organization and the communal effort required to reestablish the nation.

In a broader biblical context, the return of the exiles and the rebuilding of Jerusalem can be seen as a fulfillment of God's promises to restore His people after their period of judgment and exile, as prophesied in books like Jeremiah and Isaiah. This restoration is a type of the ultimate restoration that is fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who brings spiritual renewal and restoration to all believers. The meticulous recording of names and numbers in Nehemiah serves as a testament to God's faithfulness in preserving His people and fulfilling His covenant promises.
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. Beth-Zur
- A town mentioned in Nehemiah 7:28, located in the hill country of Judah. It was an important strategic location during the time of Nehemiah.

3. The Exiles
- The people returning from Babylonian captivity to Jerusalem and surrounding areas. Nehemiah 7 lists the genealogies of these returnees, emphasizing the restoration of the community.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Community
Nehemiah 7:28 highlights the significance of each individual and family in the community. Every person has a role in God's plan, and their contributions are vital to the collective mission.

Faithfulness in Small Details
The detailed genealogies remind us that God values faithfulness in the small details of life. Our names and actions are known to Him, and He honors our commitment to His work.

Restoration and Hope
The return of the exiles and the rebuilding of Jerusalem symbolize God's faithfulness in restoring His people. This gives us hope that God can restore and rebuild areas of our lives that are broken.

Strategic Planning in God's Work
The mention of specific towns like Beth-Zur indicates the strategic planning involved in God's work. We are called to be wise and intentional in our efforts to serve Him.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
the men
אַנְשֵׁ֥י (’an·šê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person

of
בֵית־ (ḇêṯ-)
Preposition
Strong's Hebrew

[the family of] Beth-azmaveth,
עַזְמָ֖וֶת (‘az·mā·weṯ)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1041: Beth-azmaveth -- 'house of Azmaveth', a place near Jerusalem

42;
אַרְבָּעִ֥ים (’ar·bā·‘îm)
Number - common plural
Strong's 705: Forty


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