Nehemiah 7:49
New International Version
Hanan, Giddel, Gahar,

New Living Translation
Hanan, Giddel, Gahar,

English Standard Version
the sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar,

Berean Standard Bible
the descendants of Hanan, the descendants of Giddel, the descendants of Gahar,

King James Bible
The children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar,

New King James Version
the sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar,

New American Standard Bible
the sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar,

NASB 1995
the sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar,

NASB 1977
the sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar,

Legacy Standard Bible
the sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar,

Amplified Bible
the sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar,

Christian Standard Bible
Hanan’s descendants, Giddel’s descendants, Gahar’s descendants,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Hanan’s descendants, Giddel’s descendants, Gahar’s descendants,

American Standard Version
the children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar,

English Revised Version
the children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Hanan, Giddel, Gahar,

International Standard Version
Descendants of Hanan, Giddel, and Gahar.

Majority Standard Bible
the descendants of Hanan, the descendants of Giddel, the descendants of Gahar,

NET Bible
the descendants of Hanan, the descendants of Giddel, the descendants of Gahar,

New Heart English Bible
the descendants of Hanan, the descendants of Giddel, the descendants of Gahar,

Webster's Bible Translation
The children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar,

World English Bible
the children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
sons of Hanan, sons of Giddel, sons of Gahar,

Young's Literal Translation
sons of Hanan, sons of Giddel, sons of Gahar,

Smith's Literal Translation
The sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The children of Hanan, the children of Geddel, the children of Gaher,

Catholic Public Domain Version
the sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar,

New American Bible
descendants of Hanan, descendants of Giddel, descendants of Gahar,

New Revised Standard Version
of Hanan, of Giddel, of Gahar,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The descendants of Hanan, the descendants of Ada, the descendants of Hagar.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The children of Khanani, the children of Adda, the children of Khagar
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
the children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
the children of Anan, the children of Gadel, the children of Gaar,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The List of Returning Exiles
48the descendants of Lebanah, the descendants of Hagabah, the descendants of Shalmai, 49the descendants of Hanan, the descendants of Giddel, the descendants of Gahar, 50the descendants of Reaiah, the descendants of Rezin, the descendants of Nekoda,…

Cross References
Ezra 2:42
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 11:19
And the gatekeepers: Akkub, Talmon, and their associates, who kept watch at the gates—172 men.

1 Chronicles 9:17-18
These were the gatekeepers: Shallum, Akkub, Talmon, Ahiman, and their relatives. Shallum was their chief; / he was previously stationed at the King’s Gate on the east side. These were the gatekeepers from the camp of the Levites.

1 Chronicles 26:1-19
These were the divisions of the gatekeepers: From the Korahites: Meshelemiah son of Kore, one of the sons of Asaph. / Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, / Elam the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, and Eliehoenai the seventh. ...

2 Chronicles 8:14
In keeping with the ordinances of his father David, Solomon appointed the divisions of the priests over their service, and the Levites for their duties to offer praise and to minister before the priests according to the daily requirement. He also appointed gatekeepers by their divisions at each gate, for this had been the command of David, the man of God.

2 Chronicles 23:19
He stationed gatekeepers at the gates of the house of the LORD, so that no one who was in any way unclean could enter.

2 Chronicles 31:14
Kore son of Imnah the Levite, the keeper of the East Gate, was in charge of the freewill offerings given to God, distributing the contributions to the LORD and the consecrated gifts.

1 Chronicles 23:5
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 9:22-24
The number of those chosen to be gatekeepers at the thresholds was 212. They were registered by genealogy in their villages. David and Samuel the seer had appointed them to their positions of trust. / So they and their descendants were assigned to guard the gates of the house of the LORD—the house called the Tent. / The gatekeepers were stationed on the four sides: east, west, north, and south.

1 Chronicles 15:18
and with them their brothers next in rank: Zechariah, Jaaziel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Unni, Eliab, Benaiah, Maaseiah, Mattithiah, Eliphelehu, Mikneiah, and the gatekeepers Obed-edom and Jeiel.

1 Chronicles 15:23-24
Berechiah and Elkanah were to be guardians of the ark. / Shebaniah, Joshaphat, Nethanel, Amasai, Zechariah, Benaiah, and Eliezer—the priests—were to blow the trumpets before the ark of God. Obed-edom and Jehiah were also to be guardians of the ark.

1 Chronicles 16:38
along with Obed-edom and his sixty-eight relatives. Obed-edom son of Jeduthun, and also Hosah, were to be gatekeepers.

1 Chronicles 26:12-19
These divisions of the gatekeepers, through their chief men, had duties for ministering in the house of the LORD, just as their relatives did. / They cast lots for each gate, according to their families, young and old alike. / The lot for the East Gate fell to Shelemiah. Then lots were cast for his son Zechariah, a wise counselor, and the lot for the North Gate fell to him. ...

2 Kings 25:18
The captain of the guard also took away Seraiah the chief priest, Zephaniah the priest of second rank, and the three doorkeepers.

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.


Treasury of Scripture

The children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar,

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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 Hanan
The name "Hanan" appears multiple times in the Old Testament, often associated with individuals who served in various capacities within the community of Israel. In the context of Nehemiah 7, Hanan is listed among those who returned from the Babylonian exile. This reflects the restoration of the Jewish community in Jerusalem and the reestablishment of their identity. The name Hanan means "gracious" or "merciful," which may symbolize God's grace in allowing the return of His people. This return fulfills prophecies such as those found in Jeremiah 29:10, where God promises to bring His people back after 70 years of exile.

the descendants of Giddel
Giddel is another name found in the lists of returnees from Babylonian exile. The repetition of such names in the genealogical records underscores the importance of family lineage and tribal identity in post-exilic Israel. The name Giddel means "great" or "large," possibly indicating the significance or size of this family group. The inclusion of Giddel's descendants highlights the comprehensive nature of the restoration effort, ensuring that all families, regardless of their previous status, were accounted for in the rebuilding of the nation. This reflects the inclusive nature of God's covenant with Israel, as seen in passages like Isaiah 56:8, where God gathers the outcasts of Israel.

the descendants of Gahar
The mention of Gahar's descendants further emphasizes the detailed record-keeping of the returning exiles. Gahar, like the other names, represents a family group that was part of the broader community of Israel. The name Gahar is less common, and its meaning is not as well-documented, but its presence in the list signifies the meticulous nature of Nehemiah's efforts to restore the community. This attention to detail is consistent with the biblical theme of God's concern for each individual and family within His covenant people, as seen in the genealogies throughout Scripture, such as those in 1 Chronicles. The restoration of these families is a type of the ultimate restoration found in Christ, who reconciles all believers to God, as described in 2 Corinthians 5:18-19.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Hanan
A name meaning "gracious" or "merciful" in Hebrew. The descendants of Hanan were part of the group returning from Babylonian exile, indicating their role in the restoration of Jerusalem.

2. Giddel
This name means "great" or "large" in Hebrew. The descendants of Giddel were also among those who returned to help rebuild the community and the temple.

3. Gahar
The name Gahar is less common, but it signifies a family line that was part of the returning exiles, contributing to the re-establishment of Israel's identity and worship practices.
Teaching Points
Faithfulness in Small Roles
The mention of these families, though seemingly minor, underscores the importance of every individual's contribution to God's work. No role is too small in the Kingdom of God.

Heritage and Identity
Understanding our spiritual heritage can strengthen our identity in Christ. Just as these families were part of a larger account, so are we in God's redemptive plan.

Community Restoration
The collective effort of these families in rebuilding Jerusalem serves as a model for how the church can work together to restore and build up the community of faith.

God's Faithfulness
The return of these families from exile is a testament to God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises, encouraging us to trust in His plans for our lives.

Parallel Commentaries ...


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

of Hanan,
חָנָ֥ן (ḥā·nān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2605: Hanan -- 'gracious', the name of several Israelites

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

of Giddel,
גִדֵּ֖ל (ḡid·dêl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1435: Giddel -- 'very great', one of the Nethinim, also one of Solomon's servants

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

of Gahar,
גָֽחַר׃ (ḡā·ḥar)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1515: Gahar -- 'lurker', an Israelite


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