New International Versionof the descendants of Joab, Obadiah son of Jehiel, and with him 218 men;
New Living TranslationFrom the family of Joab: Obadiah son of Jehiel and 218 other men.
English Standard VersionOf the sons of Joab, Obadiah the son of Jehiel, and with him 218 men.
Berean Standard Biblefrom the descendants of Joab, Obadiah son of Jehiel, and with him 218 men;
King James BibleOf the sons of Joab; Obadiah the son of Jehiel, and with him two hundred and eighteen males.
New King James Versionof the sons of Joab, Obadiah the son of Jehiel, and with him two hundred and eighteen males;
New American Standard Bibleof the sons of Joab, Obadiah the son of Jehiel and 218 males with him;
NASB 1995of the sons of Joab, Obadiah the son of Jehiel and 218 males with him;
NASB 1977of the sons of Joab, Obadiah the son of Jehiel and 218 males with him;
Legacy Standard Bibleof the sons of Joab, Obadiah the son of Jehiel and 218 males with him;
Amplified Bibleof the sons of Joab, Obadiah son of Jehiel, with 218 men;
Christian Standard BibleObadiah son of Jehiel from Joab’s descendants, and 218 men with him;
Holman Christian Standard BibleObadiah son of Jehiel from Joab’s descendants, and 218 men with him;
American Standard VersionOf the sons of Joab, Obadiah the son of Jehiel; and with him two hundred and eighteen males.
English Revised VersionOf the sons of Joab, Obadiah the son of Jehiel; and with him two hundred and eighteen males.
GOD'S WORD® Translationfrom the family of Joab: Obadiah, son of Jehiel, with 210 males
International Standard VersionFrom Joab's descendants: Jehiel's son Obadiah and 218 men with him.
NET Biblefrom the descendants of Joab, Obadiah son of Jehiel, and with him 218 men;
New Heart English BibleOf the sons of Joab, Obadiah the son of Jehiel; and with him two hundred and eighteen males.
Webster's Bible TranslationOf the sons of Joab; Obadiah the son of Jehiel, and with him two hundred and eighteen males. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblefrom the descendants of Joab, Obadiah son of Jehiel, and with him 218 men;
World English BibleOf the sons of Joab, Obadiah the son of Jehiel; and with him two hundred eighteen males. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionFrom the sons of Joab: Obadiah son of Jehiel, and with him two hundred and eighteen who are males.
Young's Literal Translation From the sons of Joab: Obadiah son of Jehiel, and with him two hundred and eighteen who are males.
Smith's Literal TranslationFrom the sons of Joab: Obadiah son of Jehiel, and with him two hundred and eighteen males. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleOf the sons of Joab, Obedia the son of Jahiel, and with him two hundred and eighteen men.
Catholic Public Domain VersionFrom the sons of Joab, Obadiah, the son of Jehiel, and two hundred eighteen men were with him.
New American Bibleof the descendants of Joab, Obadiah, son of Jehiel, and with him two hundred and eighteen males;
New Revised Standard VersionOf the descendants of Joab, Obadiah son of Jehiel, and with him two hundred eighteen males. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleOf the descendants of Joab, Obadiah the son of Nehiel, and with him two hundred and eighteen males.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedOf the children of Yuab: Oubadyah, son of Nekhayel, and with him two hundred and eighteen males. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Of the sons of Joab, Obadiah the son of Jehiel; and with him two hundred and eighteen males.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd of the sons of Joab; Abadia the son of Jeiel, and with him two hundred and eighteen males.
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Context The Exiles who Returned with Ezra… 8from the descendants of Shephatiah, Zebadiah son of Michael, and with him 80 men; 9from the descendantsof Joab,Obadiahsonof Jehiel,and with him218men;10from the descendants of Bani, Shelomith son of Josiphiah, and with him 160 men;…
Cross References Nehemiah 7:7accompanied by Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, and Baanah. This is the count of the men of Israel:
Ezra 2:2accompanied by Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Seraiah, Reelaiah, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispar, Bigvai, Rehum, and Baanah. This is the count of the men of Israel:
Nehemiah 2:9Then I went to the governors west of the Euphrates and gave them the king’s letters. The king had also sent army officers and cavalry with me.
Ezra 7:6this Ezra came up from Babylon. He was a scribe skilled in the Law of Moses, which the LORD, the God of Israel, had given. The king had granted Ezra all his requests, for the hand of the LORD his God was upon him.
Nehemiah 8:1-3At 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.
Ezra 1:5So the family heads of Judah and Benjamin, along with the priests and Levites—everyone whose spirit God had stirred—prepared to go up and rebuild the house of the LORD in Jerusalem.
Nehemiah 12:1Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra,
Ezra 3:2Then 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.
Nehemiah 3:1At 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.
Ezra 4:3But Zerubbabel, Jeshua, and the other heads of the families of Israel replied, “You have no part with us in building a house for our God, since we alone must build it for the LORD, the God of Israel, as Cyrus king of Persia has commanded us.”
Nehemiah 7:39-42The priests: the descendants of Jedaiah (through the house of Jeshua), 973; / the descendants of Immer, 1,052; / the descendants of Pashhur, 1,247; ...
Ezra 6:14So the Jewish elders built and prospered through the prophesying of Haggai the prophet and Zechariah son of Iddo. They finished building according to the command of the God of Israel and the decrees of Cyrus, Darius, and Artaxerxes, kings of Persia.
Nehemiah 9:38In view of all this, we make a binding agreement, putting it in writing and sealing it with the names of our leaders, Levites, and priests.”
Ezra 10:18-19Among the descendants of the priests who had married foreign women were found these descendants of Jeshua son of Jozadak and his brothers: Maaseiah, Eliezer, Jarib, and Gedaliah. / They pledged to send their wives away, and for their guilt they presented a ram from the flock as a guilt offering.
Nehemiah 10:1Now these were the ones who sealed the document: Nehemiah the governor, son of Hacaliah, and also Zedekiah,
Treasury of Scripture Of the sons of Joab; Obadiah the son of Jehiel, and with him two hundred and eighteen males. Joab Ezra 2:6 The children of Pahathmoab, of the children of Jeshuaand Joab, two thousand eight hundred and twelve. Nehemiah 7:11 The children of Pahathmoab, of the children of Jeshua and Joab, two thousand and eight hundredand eighteen. Jump to Previous ChildrenDescendantsEighteenHundredJehielJehi'elJoabJo'abMalesObadiahObadi'ahJump to Next ChildrenDescendantsEighteenHundredJehielJehi'elJoabJo'abMalesObadiahObadi'ahEzra 8 1.The companions of Ezra, who returned from Babylon15.He sends to Iddo for ministers for the temple21.He keeps a fast24.He commits the treasures to the custody of the priests31.From Ahava they come to Jerusalem33.The treasure is weighed in the temple36.The commission is deliveredfrom the descendants of JoabJoab was a prominent military leader under King David, known for his strategic prowess and sometimes ruthless actions. The mention of Joab's descendants here connects to the broader narrative of Israel's history, highlighting the continuity of leadership and the importance of lineage. Joab's family would have been respected and possibly influential, given Joab's role in establishing David's kingdom. This connection underscores the theme of restoration and continuity in the post-exilic community. Obadiah son of Jehiel Obadiah, meaning "servant of the Lord," is a common name in the Old Testament, reflecting a dedication to God. Jehiel, meaning "God lives," suggests a family with a strong spiritual heritage. This pairing of names emphasizes the faithfulness of those returning to Jerusalem. The mention of specific individuals highlights the personal commitment required for the journey and the rebuilding of the community. It also reflects the importance of family and heritage in maintaining religious and cultural identity. and with him 218 men The specific number of 218 men indicates a substantial group, suggesting a well-organized and committed contingent. This number reflects the careful record-keeping and organization necessary for the return from exile. It also signifies the collective effort required to restore the nation, as each group contributed to the larger mission. The inclusion of this detail underscores the theme of unity and cooperation among the returning exiles, as well as the importance of each individual's role in the community's restoration. Persons / Places / Events 1. JoabA notable figure in the lineage of Israel, often associated with King David's military commander. In this context, Joab represents a family line returning from Babylonian exile. 2. ObadiahThe son of Jehiel, a leader among the returning exiles. His name means "servant of Yahweh," indicating a life dedicated to serving God. 3. JehielThe father of Obadiah, likely a respected figure among the exiles, contributing to the leadership and organization of the return to Jerusalem. 4. 218 MenThis number signifies the group of men accompanying Obadiah, representing a portion of the exiles committed to restoring Jerusalem and the temple. 5. Return from ExileThis event marks a significant moment in Jewish history, where the exiles return to Jerusalem to rebuild the temple and restore their community. Teaching Points Faithfulness in LeadershipObadiah's role as a leader among the exiles demonstrates the importance of faithful leadership in guiding God's people. Leaders today are called to serve with integrity and dedication. Community and HeritageThe mention of specific families and numbers underscores the value of community and heritage. Believers are encouraged to honor their spiritual heritage and contribute to their faith communities. Commitment to God's WorkThe return of the exiles to Jerusalem is a testament to their commitment to God's work. Christians are reminded to prioritize God's mission in their lives, even when it requires sacrifice. God's Sovereignty in RestorationThe return from exile illustrates God's sovereignty in restoring His people. Believers can trust in God's plan for restoration in their own lives and communities. The Role of Every IndividualEach person listed, including the 218 men, played a role in the larger mission. This teaches that every believer has a part to play in God's kingdom work. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Ezra 8
Who was Shechaniah in the Bible?
What is the order of the Bible's books?
Why do Nehemiah 8:9-12 command people to rejoice instead of mourning if they had just realized their past failures?
In Ezra 8:2-14, how can these genealogies be accurately verified given the long exile gap and sparse extrabiblical records?
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Hebrew from the descendantsמִבְּנֵ֣י(mib·bə·nê)Preposition-m | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121:A sonof Joab,יוֹאָ֔ב(yō·w·’āḇ)Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3097:Joab -- 'the LORD is father', three IsraelitesObadiahעֹבַדְיָ֖ה(‘ō·ḇaḏ·yāh)Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5662:Obadiah -- 'servant of Yah', the name of a number of Israelitessonבֶּן־(ben-)Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121:A sonof Jehiel,יְחִיאֵ֑ל(yə·ḥî·’êl)Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3171:Jehiel -- 'may God live', the name of a number of Israelitesand with himוְעִמּ֕וֹ(wə·‘im·mōw)Conjunctive waw | Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 5973:With, equally with218מָאתַ֛יִם(mā·ṯa·yim)Number - fd Strong's 3967:A hundredmen;הַזְּכָרִֽים׃(haz·zə·ḵā·rîm)Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 2145:Remembered, a male
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