New International VersionThe leaders of the people: Parosh, Pahath-Moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
New Living TranslationThe following leaders: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
English Standard VersionThe chiefs of the people: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
Berean Standard BibleAnd the leaders of the people: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
King James BibleThe chief of the people; Parosh, Pahathmoab, Elam, Zatthu, Bani,
New King James VersionThe leaders of the people: Parosh, Pahath-Moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
New American Standard BibleThe leaders of the people: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
NASB 1995The leaders of the people: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
NASB 1977The leaders of the people: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
Legacy Standard BibleThe heads of the people: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
Amplified BibleThe leaders of the people: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
Christian Standard BibleThe heads of the people were Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
Holman Christian Standard BibleThe leaders of the people were: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
American Standard VersionThe chiefs of the people: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
Contemporary English VersionThe leaders who signed were: Parosh, Pahath Moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
English Revised VersionThe chiefs of the people: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani;
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThese were the leaders of the people: Parosh, Pahath Moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
International Standard VersionThe leaders of the people included Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
NET BibleThe leaders of the people were as follows: Parosh, Pahath-Moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
New Heart English BibleThe chiefs of the people: Parosh, Pahath-Moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
Webster's Bible TranslationThe chief of the people; Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zatthu, Bani, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd the leaders of the people: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
World English BibleThe chiefs of the people: Parosh, Pahathmoab, Elam, Zattu, Bani, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionHeads of the people: Parosh, Pahath-Moab, Elam, Zatthu, Bani,
Young's Literal Translation Heads of the people: Parosh, Pahath-Moab, Elam, Zatthu, Bani,
Smith's Literal TranslationThe heads of the people: Parosh, Pahath-Moab, Elam, Zatthu, Beni, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe heads of the people, Pharos, Phahath Moab, Elam, Zethu, Bani,
Catholic Public Domain VersionThe heads of the people were: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
New American BibleThe leaders of the people: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
New Revised Standard VersionThe leaders of the people: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe chiefs of the people: Parosh, Shalit-moab, Elam, the Zetites.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedThe Heads of the people: Parash was authorized over Moab, Ilam, the Zitites. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The chiefs of the people: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani;
Brenton Septuagint TranslationThe heads of the people; Phoros, Phaath Moab, Elam, Zathuia,
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Signers of the Covenant… 13Hodiah, Bani, and Beninu. 14And the leadersof the people:Parosh,Pahath-moab,Elam,Zattu,Bani,15Bunni, Azgad, Bebai,…
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 12:1Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra,
Nehemiah 3:16Beyond him, Nehemiah son of Azbuk, ruler of a half-district of Beth-zur, made repairs up to a point opposite the tombs of David, as far as the artificial pool and the House of the Mighty.
Nehemiah 8:9Nehemiah the governor, Ezra the priest and scribe, and the Levites who were instructing the people said to all of them, “This day is holy to the LORD your God. Do not mourn or weep.” For all the people were weeping as they heard the words of the Law.
Nehemiah 9:5Then the Levites—Jeshua, Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabneiah, Sherebiah, Hodiah, Shebaniah, and Pethahiah—said, “Stand up and bless the LORD your God from everlasting to everlasting: Blessed be Your glorious name, and may it be exalted above all blessing and praise.
Nehemiah 11:4while some of the descendants of Judah and Benjamin settled in Jerusalem.) From the descendants of Judah: Athaiah son of Uzziah, the son of Zechariah, the son of Amariah, the son of Shephatiah, the son of Mahalalel, a descendant of Perez;
Nehemiah 12:12In the days of Joiakim, these were the heads of the priestly families: of the family of Seraiah, Meraiah; of Jeremiah, Hananiah;
Nehemiah 13:13I appointed as treasurers over the storerooms Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah of the Levites, with Hanan son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah, to assist them, because they were considered trustworthy. They were responsible for distributing the supplies to their fellow Levites.
Ezra 10:25And among the other Israelites, from the descendants of Parosh: Ramiah, Izziah, Malchijah, Mijamin, Eleazar, Malchijah, and Benaiah.
1 Chronicles 9:3Some of the descendants of Judah, Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh lived in Jerusalem:
1 Chronicles 24:7-19The first lot fell to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah, / the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim, / the fifth to Malchijah, the sixth to Mijamin, ...
1 Chronicles 27:16-22These officers were in charge of the tribes of Israel: Over the Reubenites was Eliezer son of Zichri; over the Simeonites was Shephatiah son of Maacah; / over Levi was Hashabiah son of Kemuel; over Aaron was Zadok; / over Judah was Elihu, one of David’s brothers; over Issachar was Omri son of Michael; ...
Matthew 1:1-17This 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 3:23-38Jesus 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, ...
Treasury of Scripture The chief of the people; Parosh, Pahathmoab, Elam, Zatthu, Bani, Parosh. Nehemiah 3:11 Malchijah the son of Harim, and Hashub the son of Pahathmoab, repaired the other piece, and the tower of the furnaces. Nehemiah 7:8,11-13 The children of Parosh, two thousand an hundred seventy and two… Zattu. Ezra 2:3-70 The children of Parosh, two thousand an hundred seventy and two… Bani. Nehemiah 7:15 The children of Binnui, six hundred forty and eight. Binnui. Ezra 2:10 The children of Bani, six hundred forty and two. Jump to Previous BaniChiefChiefsElamHeadsLeadersPahathmoabPahath-MoabPa'hath-Mo'abParoshZattuJump to Next BaniChiefChiefsElamHeadsLeadersPahathmoabPahath-MoabPa'hath-Mo'abParoshZattuNehemiah 10 1.The names of those who sealed the covenant.29.The points of the covenant.And the leaders of the people:This phrase introduces the list of leaders who were part of the covenant renewal in Nehemiah's time. These leaders were responsible for guiding the people in spiritual and civic matters. The context is the post-exilic period when the Jewish community was re-establishing itself in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. The leaders' commitment to the covenant reflects a communal return to the Law of Moses, emphasizing the importance of leadership in spiritual renewal. Parosh:
Parosh is one of the family heads who returned with Zerubbabel from Babylon (Ezra 2:3). The name means "flea," which might indicate humility or insignificance, yet this family played a significant role in the restoration of Jerusalem. The mention of Parosh here connects to the broader narrative of the returnees who were instrumental in rebuilding the temple and the city walls, fulfilling prophecies of restoration (Isaiah 44:28). Pahath-moab:
This name means "governor of Moab," suggesting a historical connection to the region of Moab. The family of Pahath-moab is also listed among the returnees inEzra 2:6. Their inclusion signifies the diverse backgrounds of those who returned to Judah, highlighting the unity among the tribes and families in the restoration efforts. Moab's historical enmity with Israel (Judges 3:12-30) contrasts with this family's role in rebuilding, symbolizing reconciliation and redemption. Elam:
Elam is another family that returned with Zerubbabel (Ezra 2:7). The name Elam is also associated with a region east of Babylon, known for its ancient civilization. This connection may indicate the widespread dispersion of the Jewish people during the exile and their gathering from various regions, as prophesied inIsaiah 11:11. The return of the Elamites underscores the fulfillment of God's promise to bring His people back to their land. Zattu:
Zattu is listed among the families that returned from exile (Ezra 2:8). The name means "olive tree," which is a symbol of peace and prosperity in the Bible (Psalm 52:8). The presence of Zattu's descendants in the covenant renewal signifies the restoration of Israel's spiritual and physical well-being. The olive tree imagery can also be seen as a type of Christ, who brings peace and reconciliation. Bani:
Bani is another family head mentioned in the return from Babylon (Ezra 2:10). The name means "built" or "builder," fitting for a time focused on reconstruction. Bani's inclusion in the covenant renewal highlights the active role of the community in rebuilding not just the physical structures but also the spiritual foundations of Israel. This rebuilding effort is a type of the work of Christ, who builds His church (Matthew 16:18) and restores the broken. Persons / Places / Events 1. ParoshA family or clan that returned from the Babylonian exile. They are listed among those who sealed the covenant in Nehemiah 10, indicating their commitment to follow God's law. 2. Pahath-moabAnother family or clan that returned from exile. The name suggests a connection to Moab, possibly indicating ancestral ties or geographical origins. 3. ElamA family or clan that also returned from exile. Elam is a name that appears multiple times in the Bible, sometimes referring to a region east of Babylon. 4. ZattuA family or clan that returned from exile. They are listed among those who committed to the covenant, showing their dedication to the community's spiritual renewal. 5. BaniAnother family or clan that returned from exile. Like the others, they are part of the group that pledged to uphold the covenant, demonstrating their faithfulness. Teaching Points Commitment to CommunityThe leaders listed in Nehemiah 10:14 represent families and clans that committed to the covenant. This underscores the importance of community leadership in spiritual renewal and obedience to God. Historical ContinuityThe mention of these families connects the post-exilic community to their ancestors, emphasizing the continuity of God's people and their ongoing relationship with Him. Personal and Collective ResponsibilityEach family or clan took responsibility for their part in the covenant, illustrating the balance between personal faith and collective accountability in the body of believers. Renewal and ReformationThe act of sealing the covenant signifies a renewal of faith and a commitment to reform according to God's Word, a model for personal and communal spiritual renewal today. Faithfulness Across GenerationsThe inclusion of these families highlights the importance of passing down faith and commitment to God's covenant from one generation to the next. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Nehemiah 10
Is the extensive list of names in Nehemiah 10:1-27 historically consistent with known genealogical records, or are there discrepancies?
How many children of Pahrath-Moab were freed from Babylonian captivity? 2,812 (Ezra 2:6) or 2,818 (Nehemiah 7:11)?
Ezra 10:44 - How can a just God require separating from wives and children if some may have converted to the faith?
Why would Acts 14:27 assert God 'opened a door of faith to the Gentiles' when earlier passages (e.g., Acts 10) already describe Gentile inclusion?(14) The chief of the people.--Some of the names are personal, some belong to families, some represent places, and some are independent. Comparing the list with Ezra 2, we find that years had added to the number of the houses. Verses 14-27. - The chief of the people. Down to Magpiash the names correspond to those of lay families which returned with Zerubbabel ( Ezra 2:3-30; Nehemiah 7:8-33), the first eighteen being personal, and the last three names of localities. Nebai is the same as "Nebo" ( Nehemiah 7:33), and Magpiash the same as Magbish ( Ezra 2:30). From Meshullam to Baanah (vers. 20-27) the names seem to be again personal; but they are new, and therefore probably those of individuals who were not authorised to represent either clans or localities. In ver. 17, the two names Ater and Hizkijah should be united by a hyphen, since it is clear that they represent the single family, Ater of Hezekiah, mentioned in Ezra it. 16 and Nehemiah 7:21. "Hizkijah"and "Hezekiah" are in the original identical.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew The leadersרָאשֵׁ֖י(rā·šê)Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 7218:The headof the people:הָעָ֑ם(hā·‘ām)Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5971:A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flockParosh,פַּרְעֹשׁ֙(par·‘ōš)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6551:Parosh -- two IsraelitesPahath-moab,מוֹאָ֔ב(mō·w·’āḇ)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6355:Pahath-moab -- a postexilic nameElam,עֵילָ֥ם(‘ê·lām)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5867:Elam -- a son of Shem, also his descendants and their countryZattu,זַתּ֖וּא(zat·tū)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2240:Zattu -- an IsraeliteBani,בָּנִֽי׃(bā·nî)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1137:Bani -- the name of several Israelites
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