Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The priests: the descendants of Jedaiah (through the family of Jeshua) 973 New Living Translation These are the priests who returned from exile: The family of Jedaiah (through the line of Jeshua) 973 English Standard Version The priests: the sons of Jedaiah, namely the house of Jeshua, 973. Berean Standard Bible The priests: the descendants of Jedaiah (through the house of Jeshua), 973; Berean Literal Bible The priests: The sons of Jedaiah (of the house of Jeshua), nine hundred seventy-three; King James Bible The priests: the children of Jedaiah, of the house of Jeshua, nine hundred seventy and three. New King James Version The priests: the sons of Jedaiah, of the house of Jeshua, nine hundred and seventy-three; New American Standard Bible The priests: the sons of Jedaiah of the house of Jeshua, 973; NASB 1995 The priests: the sons of Jedaiah of the house of Jeshua, 973; NASB 1977 The priests: the sons of Jedaiah of the house of Jeshua, 973; Legacy Standard Bible The priests: the sons of Jedaiah of the house of Jeshua, 973; Amplified Bible These are the priests: the sons of Jedaiah of the house of Jeshua, 973; Berean Annotated Bible The priests: the descendants of Jedaiah (YHWH has known) (through the house of Jeshua (he is saved)) 973; Christian Standard Bible The priests included Jedaiah’s descendants of the house of Jeshua 973 Holman Christian Standard Bible The priests included: Jedaiah’s descendants of the house of Jeshua 973 American Standard Version The priests: The children of Jedaiah, of the house of Jeshua, nine hundred seventy and three. English Revised Version The priests: the children of Jedaiah, of the house of Jeshua, nine hundred seventy and three. GOD'S WORD® Translation These priests returned from exile: the descendants of Jedaiah (through the family of Jeshua) 973 International Standard Version The Priests: Jedaiah's descendants from the household of Jeshua: 973 NET Bible The priests: the descendants of Jedaiah (through the family of Jeshua), 973; New Heart English Bible The priests: The descendants of Jedaiah, of the house of Jeshua, nine hundred seventy-three. Webster's Bible Translation The priests: the children of Jedaiah, of the house of Jeshua, nine hundred and seventy three. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe priests: the descendants of Jedaiah (through the house of Jeshua), 973; World English Bible The priests: The children of Jedaiah, of the house of Jeshua: nine hundred seventy-three. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThe priests: sons of Jedaiah, of the house of Jeshua, nine hundred seventy-three; Berean Literal Bible The priests: The sons of Jedaiah (of the house of Jeshua), nine hundred seventy-three; Young's Literal Translation The priests: sons of Jedaiah: of the house of Jeshua: nine hundred seventy and three; Smith's Literal Translation The priests: the sons of Jedaiah for the house of Joshua, nine hundred seventy and three. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe priests: the children of Idaia in the house of Josue, nine hundred and seventy-three. Catholic Public Domain Version The priests: the sons of Jedaiah in the house of Jeshua, nine hundred seventy-three. New American Bible The priests: descendants of Jedaiah of the house of Jeshua, nine hundred and seventy-three; New Revised Standard Version The priests: the descendants of Jedaiah, namely the house of Jeshua, nine hundred seventy-three. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe priests: the descendants of Jedaiah, of the house of Joshua, nine hundred and seventy-three. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The Priests, the sons of Yedaia, of the house of Yeshua, nine hundred and seventy and three. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The priests: The children of Jedaiah, of the house of Jeshua, nine hundred seventy and three. Brenton Septuagint Translation The priests; the sons of Jodae, pertaining to the house of Jesus, nine hundred and seventy-three. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The List of Returning Exiles…38and the descendants of Senaah, 3,930. 39The priests: the descendants of Jedaiah (through the house of Jeshua), 973; 40the descendants of Immer, 1,052;… Cross References The priests: 1 Chronicles 24:1 These were the divisions of the descendants of Aaron. The sons of Aaron were Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. Numbers 18:1 So the LORD said to Aaron, “You and your sons and your father’s house must bear the iniquity involving the sanctuary. And you and your sons alone must bear the iniquity involving your priesthood. Exodus 28:1 “Next, have your brother Aaron brought to you from among the Israelites, along with his sons Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar, to serve Me as priests. the descendants of Jedaiah 1 Chronicles 24:7 The first lot fell to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah, 1 Chronicles 9:10 From the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, and Jachin; Nehemiah 12:6 Shemaiah, Joiarib, Jedaiah, (through the house of Jeshua), Zechariah 3:1 Then the angel showed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the LORD, with Satan standing at his right hand to accuse him. Haggai 1:1 In the second year of the reign of Darius, on the first day of the sixth month, the word of the LORD came through Haggai the prophet to Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and to Joshua son of Jehozadak, the high priest, stating Ezra 3:2 Then Jeshua son of Jozadak and his fellow priests, along with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and his associates, began to build the altar of the God of Israel to sacrifice burnt offerings on it, as it is written in the Law of Moses the man of God. 973; Ezra 2:36 The priests: The descendants of Jedaiah (through the house of Jeshua), 973; 1 Chronicles 9:13 and 1,760 of their relatives, the heads of their families, able men for the work of the service of the house of God. Nehemiah 12:1-7 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, … Nehemiah 10:2-8 Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah, / Pashhur, Amariah, Malchijah, / Hattush, Shebaniah, Malluch, … 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; … 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 35:4 Prepare yourselves by families in your divisions, according to the instructions written by David king of Israel and Solomon his son. Treasury of Scripture The priests: the children of Jedaiah, of the house of Jeshua, nine hundred seventy and three. Jedaiah 1 Chronicles 24:7 Now the first lot came forth to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah, Ezra 2:36 The priests: the children of Jedaiah, of the house of Jeshua, nine hundred seventy and three. Jump to Previous Children Descendants Family House Hundred Jedaiah Jedai'ah Jeshua Namely Nine Priests Seventy Seventy-Three ThreeJump to Next Children Descendants Family House Hundred Jedaiah Jedai'ah Jeshua Namely Nine Priests Seventy Seventy-Three ThreeNehemiah 7 1. Nehemiah commits the charge of Jerusalem to Hanani and Hananiah5. 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 priests: The role of priests in Israel was crucial, as they were responsible for performing sacrifices, maintaining the temple, and teaching the law. Priests were descendants of Aaron, Moses' brother, and were set apart for sacred duties. Their presence in the list underscores the importance of reestablishing religious practices in Jerusalem after the exile. the descendants of Jedaiah (through the house of Jeshua), 973; Persons / Places / Events 1. NehemiahA Jewish leader who played a crucial role in the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls after the Babylonian exile. He was a cupbearer to the Persian king and later became the governor of Judah. 2. Jedaiah A priestly family mentioned in the genealogical records. The name means "Yahweh knows" in Hebrew, indicating a lineage dedicated to serving God. 3. Jeshua A high priest who returned with Zerubbabel from the Babylonian exile. He played a significant role in the spiritual and physical restoration of Jerusalem. 4. The Priests The descendants of Jedaiah, through the house of Jeshua, were part of the priestly class responsible for temple worship and sacrifices. 5. Jerusalem The city where the events of Nehemiah take place, specifically focusing on the restoration of its walls and the re-establishment of its religious practices. Teaching Points The Importance of Lineage and HeritageThe mention of specific families underscores the value of spiritual heritage and the responsibility to uphold one's family legacy in faith. Role of the Priesthood The priests were central to the worship and spiritual life of Israel. Today, believers are called to be a "royal priesthood," serving God and others. Restoration and Renewal Just as Nehemiah worked to restore Jerusalem, believers are called to participate in the restoration of their communities and churches, both physically and spiritually. Faithfulness in Service The descendants of Jedaiah were counted among those who returned to serve. Faithfulness in our calling, regardless of the size of our role, is crucial. God's Knowledge and Care The name Jedaiah, meaning "Yahweh knows," reminds us that God is aware of our circumstances and cares for His people, encouraging us to trust in His providence. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Nehemiah 7:39?2. How does Nehemiah 7:39 emphasize the importance of genealogies in God's plan? 3. What role did the priests play in rebuilding Jerusalem according to Nehemiah 7:39? 4. How can we ensure our spiritual heritage aligns with biblical teachings like Nehemiah 7:39? 5. How does Nehemiah 7:39 connect to the broader theme of restoration in Scripture? 6. What practical steps can we take to honor our spiritual lineage today? 7. What is the significance of the number of priests listed in Nehemiah 7:39? 8. How does Nehemiah 7:39 reflect the historical context of post-exilic Jerusalem? 9. Why are the descendants of Jedaiah specifically mentioned in Nehemiah 7:39? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Nehemiah 7? 11. Why do some priestly and Levitical genealogies in Ezra 2:36–42 appear inconsistent with other biblical records? 12. Why does Nehemiah 7:61-65 reference priests unable to prove their lineage, and does this contradict earlier genealogical records found in Ezra? 13. In Nehemiah 12:1-7, are there any historical or archaeological records confirming the specific priests and Levites named here? 14. Malachi 2:7-8 - Where is the historical or archaeological support that the priests actually corrupted God's covenant in this manner? What Does Nehemiah 7:39 Mean The priestsGod highlights the priestly line first because spiritual leadership matters. From Aaron onward, priests were set apart “to minister before the Lord” (Exodus 28:1). Nehemiah’s record shows that, after exile, the people still honored God’s order for worship. Notice how Ezra 6:18 affirms this same priority: “They installed the priests in their divisions.” When leaders are in place according to Scripture, the entire community can thrive (Malachi 2:7; 1 Peter 2:9). the descendants of Jedaiah Jedaiah’s family belonged to the original twenty-four priestly divisions established by David (1 Chronicles 24:7). Even generations later, their faithfulness is remembered. This underscores that God keeps track of both great and seemingly small obediences (Hebrews 6:10). Like the remnant priests here, our own lineage of faith can encourage future believers (2 Timothy 1:5). (through the house of Jeshua) Jeshua (also spelled Joshua) served as high priest when the first wave of exiles returned with Zerubbabel (Ezra 3:2). Linking Jedaiah’s descendants “through the house of Jeshua” situates them within that trusted leadership. It also anticipates the promise of a Greater High Priest who would come from this same line and perfectly mediate for God’s people (Zechariah 3:8; Hebrews 7:23-25). 973 This precise headcount shows that God values every individual (Luke 12:7). The exact number echoes the earlier census in Ezra 2:36, confirming Scripture’s consistency. In practical terms, 973 priests out of roughly 50,000 returning exiles (Nehemiah 7:66) means about two percent of the population was devoted to temple service—a healthy ratio that allowed continual worship, teaching, and sacrifice (Numbers 18:5-7). summary Nehemiah 7:39 is more than a statistic. It reminds us that God appoints faithful leaders, remembers generational obedience, points to our ultimate High Priest, and values each person by name and number. Verses 39-42. - This section exactly reproduces Ezra 2:36-39.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The priests:הַֽכֹּהֲנִ֑ים (hak·kō·hă·nîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3548: Priest the descendants בְּנֵ֤י (bə·nê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son of Jedaiah יְדַֽעְיָה֙ (yə·ḏa‘·yāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3048: Jedaiah -- 'Yah has known', the name of several Israelites (through the house לְבֵ֣ית (lə·ḇêṯ) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1004: A house of Jeshua), יֵשׁ֔וּעַ (yê·šū·a‘) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3442: Jeshua 973; תְּשַׁ֥ע (tə·ša‘) Number - feminine singular construct Strong's 8672: Nine, ninth Links Nehemiah 7:39 NIVNehemiah 7:39 NLT Nehemiah 7:39 ESV Nehemiah 7:39 NASB Nehemiah 7:39 KJV Nehemiah 7:39 BibleApps.com Nehemiah 7:39 Biblia Paralela Nehemiah 7:39 Chinese Bible Nehemiah 7:39 French Bible Nehemiah 7:39 Catholic Bible OT History: Nehemiah 7:39 The priests: The children of Jedaiah (Neh Ne) |
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