New International VersionAmong the Levites: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (that is, Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah and Eliezer.
New Living TranslationThese are the Levites who were guilty: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (also called Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
English Standard VersionOf the Levites: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (that is, Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
Berean Standard BibleAmong the Levites: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (that is, Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
King James BibleAlso of the Levites; Jozabad, and Shimei, and Kelaiah, (the same is Kelita,) Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
New King James VersionAlso of the Levites: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (the same is Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
New American Standard BibleOf the Levites there were Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (that is, Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
NASB 1995Of Levites there were Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (that is, Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah and Eliezer.
NASB 1977And of Levites there were Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (that is, Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
Legacy Standard BibleOf Levites there were Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (that is, Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah and Eliezer.
Amplified BibleOf the Levites: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah, that is, Kelita, Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
Christian Standard BibleThe Levites: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (that is Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
Holman Christian Standard BibleThe Levites: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (that is Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
American Standard VersionAnd of the Levites: Jozabad, and Shimei, and Kelaiah (the same is Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
Contemporary English VersionThose Levites who had foreign wives were: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (also known as Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
English Revised VersionAnd of the Levites; Jozabad, and Shimei, and Kelaiah (the same is Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationFrom the Levites: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (that is, Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer
Good News TranslationLevites: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (also called Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer
International Standard VersionFrom the descendants of Levi: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (that is, Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
NET BibleFrom the Levites: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (also known as Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
New Heart English BibleOf the Levites: Jozabad, and Shimei, and Kelaiah (that is, Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
Webster's Bible TranslationAlso of the Levites; Jozabad, and Shimei, and Kelaiah (the same is Kelita,) Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAmong the Levites: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (that is, Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
World English BibleOf the Levites: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (also called Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd of the Levites: Jozabad, and Shimei, and Kelaiah (he [is] Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
Young's Literal Translation And of the Levites: Jozabad, and Shimei, and Kelaiah -- he is Kelita, -- Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd from the Levites: Jozabad, and Shimei, and Kelaiah (this is Kelita) Pethahiah, Judah and Eleazar. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd of the sons of the Levites, Jozabed, and Semei, and Celaia, the same is Calita, Phataia, Juda, and Eliezer.
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd from the sons of the Levites, Jozabad, and Shimei, and Kelaiah, the same is Kelita, Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
New American BibleOf the Levites: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (also called Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
New Revised Standard VersionOf the Levites: Jozabad, Shimei, Kelaiah (that is, Kelita), Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleOf the Levites, Jozabar, Shimei, Kelnah, Kelita, Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedFrom the Levites: Yuzabar and Shemi and Qelna and Qelta and Petakhya and Yehuda and Eliazar. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And of the Levites: Jozabad, and Shimei, and Kelaiah--the same is Kelita--Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd of the Levites; Jozabad, and Samu, and Colia (he is Colitas,) and Phetheia, and Judas, and Eliezer.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Those Guilty of Intermarriage… 22From the descendants of Pashhur: Elioenai, Maaseiah, Ishmael, Nethanel, Jozabad, and Elasah. 23Amongthe Levites:Jozabad,Shimei,Kelaiah(that is,Kelita),Pethahiah,Judah,and Eliezer.24From the singers: Eliashib. From the gatekeepers: Shallum, Telem, and Uri.…
Cross References Nehemiah 13:23-27In those days I also saw Jews who had married women from Ashdod, Ammon, and Moab. / Half of their children spoke the language of Ashdod or of the other peoples, but could not speak the language of Judah. / I rebuked them and called down curses on them. I beat some of these men and pulled out their hair. Then I made them take an oath before God and said, “You must not give your daughters in marriage to their sons or take their daughters as wives for your sons or for yourselves! ...
Malachi 2:11-12Judah has broken faith; an abomination has been committed in Israel and in Jerusalem. For Judah has profaned the LORD’s beloved sanctuary by marrying the daughter of a foreign god. / As for the man who does this, may the LORD cut off from the tents of Jacob everyone who is awake and aware—even if he brings an offering to the LORD of Hosts.
Deuteronomy 7:3-4Do not intermarry with them. Do not give your daughters to their sons or take their daughters for your sons, / because they will turn your sons away from following Me to serve other gods. Then the anger of the LORD will burn against you, and He will swiftly destroy you.
1 Kings 11:1-4King Solomon, however, loved many foreign women along with the daughter of Pharaoh—women of Moab, Ammon, Edom, and Sidon, as well as Hittite women. / These women were from the nations about which the LORD had told the Israelites, “You must not intermarry with them, for surely they will turn your hearts after their gods.” Yet Solomon clung to these women in love. / He had seven hundred wives of royal birth and three hundred concubines—and his wives turned his heart away. ...
2 Corinthians 6:14-17Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership can righteousness have with wickedness? Or what fellowship does light have with darkness? / What harmony is there between Christ and Belial? Or what does a believer have in common with an unbeliever? / What agreement can exist between the temple of God and idols? For we are the temple of the living God. As God has said: “I will dwell with them and walk among them, and I will be their God, and they will be My people.” ...
Nehemiah 9:2Those of Israelite descent separated themselves from all the foreigners, and they stood and confessed their sins and the iniquities of their fathers.
Exodus 34:15-16Do not make a covenant with the inhabitants of the land, for when they prostitute themselves to their gods and sacrifice to them, they will invite you, and you will eat their sacrifices. / And when you take some of their daughters as brides for your sons, their daughters will prostitute themselves to their gods and cause your sons to do the same.
1 Corinthians 5:9-11I wrote you in my letter not to associate with sexually immoral people. / I was not including the sexually immoral of this world, or the greedy and swindlers, or idolaters. In that case you would have to leave this world. / But now I am writing you not to associate with anyone who claims to be a brother but is sexually immoral or greedy, an idolater or a verbal abuser, a drunkard or a swindler. With such a man do not even eat.
Nehemiah 10:28-30“The rest of the people—the priests, Levites, gatekeepers, singers, temple servants, and all who had separated themselves from the people of the land to obey the Law of God—along with their wives and all their sons and daughters who are able to understand, / hereby join with their noble brothers and commit themselves with a sworn oath to follow the Law of God given through His servant Moses and to obey carefully all the commandments, ordinances, and statutes of the LORD our Lord. / We will not give our daughters in marriage to the people of the land, and we will not take their daughters for our sons.
Joshua 23:12-13For if you turn away and cling to the rest of these nations that remain among you, and if you intermarry and associate with them, / know for sure that the LORD your God will no longer drive out these nations before you. Instead, they will become for you a snare and a trap, a scourge in your sides and thorns in your eyes, until you perish from this good land that the LORD your God has given you.
1 Corinthians 7:12-14To the rest I say this (I, not the Lord): If a brother has an unbelieving wife and she is willing to live with him, he must not divorce her. / And if a woman has an unbelieving husband and he is willing to live with her, she must not divorce him. / For the unbelieving husband is sanctified through his believing wife, and the unbelieving wife is sanctified through her believing husband. Otherwise your children would be unclean, but now they are holy.
Judges 3:5-6Thus the Israelites continued to live among the Canaanites, Hittites, Amorites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites. / And they took the daughters of these people in marriage, gave their own daughters to their sons, and served their gods.
2 Kings 17:33-34They worshiped the LORD, but they also served their own gods according to the customs of the nations from which they had been carried away. / To this day they are still practicing their former customs. None of them worship the LORD or observe the statutes, ordinances, laws, and commandments that the LORD gave the descendants of Jacob, whom He named Israel.
1 Peter 2:9-12But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light. / Once you were not a people, but now you are the people of God; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy. / Beloved, I urge you, as foreigners and exiles, to abstain from the desires of the flesh, which war against your soul. ...
2 Chronicles 19:2Jehu son of Hanani the seer went out to confront him and said to King Jehoshaphat, “Should you help the wicked and love those who hate the LORD? Because of this, the wrath of the LORD is upon you.
Treasury of Scripture Also of the Levites; Jozabad, and Shimei, and Kelaiah, (the same is Kelita,) Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer. Jozabad Ezra 8:33 Now on the fourth day was the silver and the gold and the vessels weighed in the house of our God by the hand of Meremoth the son of Uriah the priest; and with himwas Eleazar the son of Phinehas; and with themwas Jozabad the son of Jeshua, and Noadiah the son of Binnui, Levites; Nehemiah 11:16 And Shabbethai and Jozabad, of the chief of the Levites,had the oversight of the outward business of the house of God. Kelita Nehemiah 10:10 And their brethren, Shebaniah, Hodijah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan, Jump to Previous EliezerElie'zerJozabadJo'zabadJudahKelitaKeli'taLevitesPethahiahShimeiShim'e-IJump to Next EliezerElie'zerJozabadJo'zabadJudahKelitaKeli'taLevitesPethahiahShimeiShim'e-IEzra 10 1.Ezra encouraged to reform the strange marriages6.Ezra assembles the people9.The people repent, and promise amendment15.The care to perform it18.The names of them which had married strange wivesAmong the Levites:The Levites were a distinct group within the Israelite community, set apart for religious duties and temple service. They were descendants of Levi, one of the twelve sons of Jacob. Their role was crucial in maintaining the spiritual life of Israel, as they assisted the priests and took care of the tabernacle and later the temple. This context highlights the seriousness of the situation in Ezra 10, where even those dedicated to God's service were found guilty of intermarriage with foreign women, which was against the Mosaic Law. Jozabad: Jozabad is a name that appears several times in the Old Testament, often associated with those who returned from the Babylonian exile. The name means "Yahweh has bestowed," indicating a recognition of God's provision and blessing. His inclusion in this list underscores the widespread nature of the issue of intermarriage, affecting even those who were expected to be spiritual leaders. Shimei: Shimei is another name that appears multiple times in the Bible, often associated with the tribe of Benjamin. The name means "heard" or "hearing," which could imply a call to listen to God's commands. In the context ofEzra 10, it serves as a reminder of the need for obedience to God's laws, especially for those in positions of religious authority. Kelaiah (that is, Kelita): Kelaiah, also known as Kelita, is a name that means "diminished" or "small." This could symbolize humility or a recognition of one's need for God's grace. The dual naming here might reflect a common practice of having both a Hebrew and a Babylonian name, indicating the cultural influences during the exile. It also highlights the personal nature of repentance required from each individual. Pethahiah: Pethahiah means "Yahweh opens," suggesting openness to God's will and direction. This name is significant in the context of repentance and returning to God's ways. It serves as a reminder that God is always ready to open the way for those who seek to return to Him, emphasizing the theme of restoration present in the book of Ezra. Judah: Judah, meaning "praise," is a name with deep historical and prophetic significance. It is the name of one of the twelve tribes of Israel, from which King David and ultimately Jesus Christ descended. The inclusion of a Levite named Judah in this list may symbolize the need for the entire community, including its leaders, to return to a state of praise and worship of God alone. Eliezer: Eliezer means "God is my help," reflecting a reliance on divine assistance. This name is fitting in the context ofEzra 10, where the community is seeking God's help to rectify their disobedience. It serves as a reminder of the grace and support God offers to those who turn back to Him, reinforcing the message of hope and redemption found throughout the scriptures. Persons / Places / Events 1. JozabadA Levite involved in the reform led by Ezra, emphasizing the importance of spiritual leadership and accountability. 2. ShimeiAnother Levite who participated in the covenant renewal, highlighting the role of the Levites in maintaining the purity of worship. 3. Kelaiah (Kelita)A Levite whose name appears in the context of repentance and reform, indicating a personal and communal commitment to God's law. 4. PethahiahA Levite who, like his peers, was part of the group that separated themselves from foreign influences to uphold the sanctity of the community. 5. Judah and EliezerLevites who joined in the collective effort to restore the community's faithfulness to God's commands. Teaching Points The Importance of Spiritual LeadershipThe Levites' involvement in Ezra 10 highlights the critical role of spiritual leaders in guiding communities back to faithfulness and obedience to God. Repentance and RenewalThe actions of the Levites demonstrate the necessity of repentance and the willingness to make difficult decisions to align with God's will. Community and AccountabilityThe collective effort of the Levites in separating from foreign influences shows the importance of community support and accountability in maintaining spiritual integrity. Holiness and SeparationThe Levites' commitment to holiness serves as a reminder of the call for believers to be set apart and distinct in their conduct and relationships. The Role of Tradition and ScriptureThe Levites' adherence to the Law underscores the importance of grounding reform and renewal in Scripture and tradition. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Ezra 10
Should Ezra have ordered abandoning foreign wives and children?
Why is there no external historical record or archeological evidence confirming such a prolonged spiritual conflict described in Daniel 10?
Ezra 10:3 - Why does God seemingly endorse the breaking up of families by demanding the men send away their foreign wives and children?
Ezra 10:10 - How is this command to divorce reconcileable with other biblical teachings that appear to disapprove of divorce?
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Hebrew Amongוּמִֽן־(ū·min-)Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 4480:A part of, from, out ofthe Levites:הַלְוִיִּ֑ם(hal·wî·yim)Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural Strong's 3881:Levites -- descendant of LeviJozabad,יוֹזָבָ֣ד(yō·w·zā·ḇāḏ)Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3107:JozabadShimei,וְשִׁמְעִ֗י(wə·šim·‘î)Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8096:Shimei -- the name of a number of IsraelitesKelaiahוְקֵֽלָיָה֙(wə·qê·lā·yāh)Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7041:Kelaiah -- a Levite(that isה֣וּא(hū)Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931:He, self, the same, this, that, as, areKelita),קְלִיטָ֔א(qə·lî·ṭā)Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7042:Kelita -- a LevitePethahiah,פְּתַֽחְיָ֥ה(pə·ṯaḥ·yāh)Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6611:Pethahiah -- three IsraelitesJudah,יְהוּדָ֖ה(yə·hū·ḏāh)Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3063:Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelitesand Eliezer.וֶאֱלִיעֶֽזֶר׃(we·’ĕ·lî·‘e·zer)Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 461:Eliezer -- 'God is help', the name of several Israelites, also of a Damascene
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