New International VersionOn the fourth day, in the house of our God, we weighed out the silver and gold and the sacred articles into the hands of Meremoth son of Uriah, the priest. Eleazar son of Phinehas was with him, and so were the Levites Jozabad son of Jeshua and Noadiah son of Binnui.
New Living TranslationOn the fourth day after our arrival, the silver, gold, and other valuables were weighed at the Temple of our God and entrusted to Meremoth son of Uriah the priest and to Eleazar son of Phinehas, along with Jozabad son of Jeshua and Noadiah son of Binnui—both of whom were Levites.
English Standard VersionOn the fourth day, within the house of our God, the silver and the gold and the vessels were weighed into the hands of Meremoth the priest, son of Uriah, and with him was Eleazar the son of Phinehas, and with them were the Levites, Jozabad the son of Jeshua and Noadiah the son of Binnui.
Berean Standard BibleOn the fourth day, in the house of our God, we weighed out the silver and gold and sacred articles into the hand of Meremoth son of Uriah, the priest. Eleazar son of Phinehas was with him, along with the Levites Jozabad son of Jeshua and Noadiah son of Binnui.
King James BibleNow 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 him was Eleazar the son of Phinehas; and with them was Jozabad the son of Jeshua, and Noadiah the son of Binnui, Levites;
New King James VersionNow on the fourth day the silver and the gold and the articles were weighed in the house of our God by the hand of Meremoth the son of Uriah the priest, and with him was Eleazar the son of Phinehas; with them were the Levites, Jozabad the son of Jeshua and Noadiah the son of Binnui,
New American Standard BibleAnd on the fourth day the silver, the gold, and the utensils were weighed out in the house of our God into the hand of Meremoth the son of Uriah the priest, and with him was Eleazar the son of Phinehas; and with them were the Levites, Jozabad the son of Jeshua and Noadiah the son of Binnui.
NASB 1995On the fourth day the silver and the gold and the utensils were weighed out in the house of our God into the hand of Meremoth the son of Uriah the priest, and with him was Eleazar the son of Phinehas; and with them were the Levites, Jozabad the son of Jeshua and Noadiah the son of Binnui.
NASB 1977And on the fourth day the silver and the gold and the utensils were weighed out in the house of our God into the hand of Meremoth the son of Uriah the priest, and with him was Eleazar the son of Phinehas; and with them were the Levites, Jozabad the son of Jeshua and Noadiah the son of Binnui.
Legacy Standard BibleOn the fourth day the silver and the gold and the utensils were weighed out in the house of our God into the hand of Meremoth the son of Uriah the priest, and with him was Eleazar the son of Phinehas; and with them were the Levites, Jozabad the son of Jeshua and Noadiah the son of Binnui.
Amplified BibleOn the fourth day the silver and the gold and the utensils were weighed out in the house of our God into the hand of Meremoth the son of Uriah the priest, and with him was Eleazar the son of Phinehas; and with them were the Levites—Jozabad the son of Jeshua and Noadiah the son of Binnui.
Christian Standard BibleOn the fourth day the silver, the gold, and the articles were weighed out in the house of our God into the care of the priest Meremoth son of Uriah. Eleazar son of Phinehas was with him. The Levites Jozabad son of Jeshua and Noadiah son of Binnui were also with them.
Holman Christian Standard BibleOn the fourth day the silver, the gold, and the articles were weighed out in the house of our God into the care of Meremoth the priest, son of Uriah. Eleazar son of Phinehas was with him. The Levites Jozabad son of Jeshua and Noadiah son of Binnui were also with them.
American Standard VersionAnd on the fourth day the silver and the gold and the vessels were weighed in the house of our God into the hand of Meremoth the son of Uriah the priest (and with him was Eleazar the son of Phinehas; and with them was Jozabad the son of Jeshua, and Noadiah the son of Binnui, the Levites) —
Contemporary English VersionThen on the fourth day we went to God's temple, where the silver, the gold, and the other things were weighed and given to the priest Meremoth son of Uriah. With him were Eleazar son of Phinehas and the two Levites, Jozabad son of Jeshua and Noadiah son of Binnui.
English Revised VersionAnd on the fourth day was the silver and the gold and the vessels weighed in the house of our God into the hand of Meremoth the son of Uriah the priest; and with him was Eleazar the son of Phinehas; and with them was Jozabad the son of Jeshua, and Noadiah the son of Binnui, the Levites;
GOD'S WORD® TranslationOn the fourth day we weighed the silver, the gold, and the utensils in our God's temple. We put them under the supervision of Meremoth, son of the priest Uriah, as well as Eleazar, the son of Phinehas. The Levites, Jeshua's son Jozabad, and Binnui's son Noadiah, assisted them.
Good News TranslationThen on the fourth day we went to the Temple, weighed the silver, the gold, and the utensils, and turned them over to Meremoth the priest, son of Uriah. With him were Eleazar son of Phinehas and two Levites, Jozabad son of Jeshua and Noadiah son of Binnui.
International Standard VersionOn the fourth day the silver, the gold, and the vessels were distributed at the Temple of our God into the care of Uriah's son Meremoth the priest, Phinehas' son Eleazar, Jeshua's son Jozabad, and Binnui's son Noadiah, the descendants of Levi.
NET BibleOn the fourth day we weighed out the silver, the gold, and the vessels in the house of our God into the care of Meremoth son of Uriah, the priest, and Eleazar son of Phinehas, who were accompanied by Jozabad son of Jeshua and Noadiah son of Binnui, who were Levites.
New Heart English BibleOn the fourth day the silver and the gold and the vessels were weighed in the house of our God into the hand of Meremoth the son of Uriah the priest; and with him was Eleazar the son of Phinehas; and with them was Jozabad the son of Jeshua, and Noadiah the son of Binnui, the Levite;
Webster's Bible TranslationNow 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 him was Eleazar the son of Phinehas; and with them was Jozabad the son of Jeshua, and Noadiah the son of Binnui, Levites; Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleOn the fourth day, in the house of our God, we weighed out the silver and gold and sacred articles into the hand of Meremoth son of Uriah, the priest. Eleazar son of Phinehas was with him, along with the Levites Jozabad son of Jeshua and Noadiah son of Binnui.
World English BibleOn the fourth day the silver and the gold and the vessels were weighed in the house of our God into the hand of Meremoth the son of Uriah the priest; and with him was Eleazar the son of Phinehas; and with them were Jozabad the son of Jeshua, and Noadiah the son of Binnui, the Levites. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd on the fourth day has been weighed the silver, and the gold, and the vessels, in the house of our God, to the hand of Meremoth son of Uriah the priest, and with him Eleazar son of Phinehas, and with them Jozabad son of Jeshua, and Noadiah son of Binnui, the Levites:
Young's Literal Translation And on the fourth day hath been weighed the silver, and the gold, and the vessels, in the house of our God, unto the hand of Meremoth son of Uriah the priest, and with him Eleazar son of Phinehas, and with them Jozabad son of Jeshua, and Noadiah son of Binnui, the Levites:
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd in the fourth day we shall weigh the silver and the gold and the vessels in the house of our God, by the hand of Meremoth son of Uriah the priest; and with him Eleazar son of Phinehas; and with them Jozabad son of Joshua, and Noadiah son of Levites; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd on the fourth day the silver and the gold, and the vessels were weighed in the house of our God by the hand of Meremoth the son of Urias the priest, and with him was Eleazar the son of Phinees, and with them Jozabad the son of Josue, and Noadaia the son of Benoi, Levites.
Catholic Public Domain VersionThen, on the fourth day, the silver and the gold and the vessels were weighed out in the house of our God, by the hand of Meremoth, the son of Uriah, the priest; and with him was Eleazar, the son of Phinehas, and with them were the Levites, Jozabad, the son of Jeshua, and Noadiah, the son of Binnui.
New American BibleOn the fourth day, the silver, the gold, and the vessels were weighed out in the house of our God and given to the priest Meremoth, son of Uriah, with whom was Eleazar, son of Phinehas; they were assisted by the Levites Jozabad, son of Jeshua, and Noadiah, son of Binnui.
New Revised Standard VersionOn the fourth day, within the house of our God, the silver, the gold, and the vessels were weighed into the hands of the priest Meremoth son of Uriah, and with him was Eleazar son of Phinehas, and with them were the Levites, Jozabad son of Jeshua and Noadiah son of Binnui. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleNow on the fourth day we weighed the silver and the gold and the vessels in the house of our God, and delivered them to Meremoth the son of Uriah the priest; and with him was Eleazar the son of Phinehas; and with them was Jozabar the son of Joshua and Jodaiah the son of Bagvai, Levites,
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd in the fourth day we weighed the silver and the gold and the vessels in the house of our God, and we delivered them to Marmuth, son of Uriah the Priest, and with him Lazar, son of Pinkhes, and with them Yehuzabar, son of Yeshua, and Yudaiah, son of Bagway, the Levite OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And on the fourth day was the silver and the gold and the vessels weighed in the house of our God into the hand of Meremoth the son of Uriah the priest; and with him was Eleazar the son of Phinehas; and with them was Jozabad the son of Jeshua, and Noadiah the son of Binnui, the Levites;
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd it came to pass on the fourth day that we weighed the silver, and the gold, and the vessels, in the house of our God, into the hand of Merimoth the son of Uria the priest; and with him was Eleazar the son of Phinees, and with them Jozabad the son of Jesus, and Noadia the son of Banaia, the Levites.
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Context Arrival in Jerusalem32So we arrived at Jerusalem and rested there for three days. 33On the fourthday,in the houseof our God,we weighed outthe silverand goldand sacred articlesintothe handof Meremothsonof Uriah,the priest.Eleazarsonof Phinehaswas with him,along withthe LevitesJozabadsonof Jeshuaand Noadiahsonof Binnui.34Everything was verified by number and weight, and the total weight was recorded at that time.…
Cross References Nehemiah 7:70-72Some of the heads of the families contributed to the project. The governor gave to the treasury 1,000 darics of gold, 50 bowls, and 530 priestly garments. / And some of the heads of the families gave to the treasury for the project 20,000 darics of gold and 2,200 minas of silver. / The rest of the people gave a total of 20,000 darics of gold, 2,000 minas of silver, and 67 priestly garments.
2 Kings 12:9-15Then Jehoiada the priest took a chest, bored a hole in its lid, and set it beside the altar on the right side as one enters the house of the LORD. There the priests who guarded the threshold put all the money brought into the house of the LORD. / Whenever they saw that there was a large amount of money in the chest, the royal scribe and the high priest would go up, count the money brought into the house of the LORD, and tie it up in bags. / Then they would put the counted money into the hands of those who supervised the work on the house of the LORD, who in turn would pay those doing the work—the carpenters, builders, ...
2 Chronicles 24:11-14Whenever the chest was brought by the Levites to the king’s overseers and they saw that there was a large amount of money, the royal scribe and the officer of the high priest would come and empty the chest and carry it back to its place. They did this daily and gathered the money in abundance. / Then the king and Jehoiada would give the money to those who supervised the labor on the house of the LORD to hire stonecutters and carpenters to restore the house of the LORD, as well as workers in iron and bronze to repair the house of the LORD. / So the workmen labored, and in their hands the repair work progressed. They restored the house of God according to its specifications, and they reinforced it. ...
2 Chronicles 31:12-19And they faithfully brought in the contributions, tithes, and dedicated gifts. Conaniah the Levite was the officer in charge of them, and his brother Shimei was second. / Jehiel, Azaziah, Nahath, Asahel, Jerimoth, Jozabad, Eliel, Ismachiah, Mahath, and Benaiah were overseers under the authority of Conaniah and his brother Shimei, by appointment of King Hezekiah and of Azariah the chief official of the house of God. / 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. ...
2 Chronicles 29:3-9In the first month of the first year of his reign, Hezekiah opened and repaired the doors of the house of the LORD. / Then he brought in the priests and Levites and gathered them in the square on the east side. / “Listen to me, O Levites,” he said. “Consecrate yourselves now and consecrate the house of the LORD, the God of your fathers. Remove from the Holy Place every impurity. ...
1 Chronicles 26:20-28Now their fellow Levites were in charge of the treasuries of the house of God and the treasuries of the dedicated things. / From the descendants of Ladan, who were Gershonites through Ladan and heads of the families of Ladan the Gershonite, were Jehieli, / the sons of Jehieli, Zetham, and his brother Joel. They were in charge of the treasuries of the house of the LORD. ...
1 Chronicles 29:6-9Then the leaders of the families, the officers of the tribes of Israel, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officials in charge of the king’s work gave willingly. / Toward the service of God’s house they gave 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, 10,000 talents of silver, 18,000 talents of bronze, and 100,000 talents of iron. / Whoever had precious stones gave them to the treasury of the house of the LORD, under the care of Jehiel the Gershonite. ...
Exodus 38:21-31This is the inventory for the tabernacle, the tabernacle of the Testimony, as recorded at Moses’ command by the Levites under the direction of Ithamar son of Aaron the priest. / Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah, made everything that the LORD had commanded Moses. / With him was Oholiab son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver, designer, and embroiderer in blue, purple, and scarlet yarn and fine linen. ...
Leviticus 6:2-5“If someone sins and acts unfaithfully against the LORD by deceiving his neighbor in regard to a deposit or security entrusted to him or stolen, or if he extorts his neighbor / or finds lost property and lies about it and swears falsely, or if he commits any such sin that a man might commit— / once he has sinned and becomes guilty, he must return what he has stolen or taken by extortion, or the deposit entrusted to him, or the lost property he found, ...
Numbers 7:10-88When the altar was anointed, the leaders approached with their offerings for its dedication and presented them before the altar. / And the LORD said to Moses, “Each day one leader is to present his offering for the dedication of the altar.” / On the first day Nahshon son of Amminadab from the tribe of Judah drew near with his offering. ...
Acts 6:1-6In those days when the disciples were increasing in number, the Grecian Jews among them began to grumble against the Hebraic Jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. / So the Twelve summoned all the disciples and said, “It is unacceptable for us to neglect the word of God in order to wait on tables. / Therefore, brothers, select from among you seven men confirmed to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will assign this responsibility to them ...
Acts 4:34-37There were no needy ones among them, because those who owned lands or houses would sell their property, bring the proceeds from the sales, / and lay them at the apostles’ feet for distribution to anyone as he had need. / Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (meaning Son of Encouragement), ...
Acts 5:1-11Now a man named Ananias, together with his wife Sapphira, also sold a piece of property. / With his wife’s full knowledge, he kept back some of the proceeds for himself, but brought a portion and laid it at the apostles’ feet. / Then Peter said, “Ananias, how is it that Satan has filled your heart to lie to the Holy Spirit and withhold some of the proceeds from the land? ...
1 Corinthians 16:1-4Now about the collection for the saints, you are to do as I directed the churches of Galatia: / On the first day of every week, each of you should set aside a portion of his income, saving it up, so that when I come no collections will be needed. / Then, on my arrival, I will send letters with those you recommend to carry your gift to Jerusalem. ...
2 Corinthians 8:16-21But thanks be to God, who put into the heart of Titus the same devotion I have for you. / For not only did he welcome our appeal, but he is eagerly coming to you of his own volition. / Along with Titus we are sending the brother who is praised by all the churches for his work in the gospel. ...
Treasury of Scripture 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 him was Eleazar the son of Phinehas; and with them was Jozabad the son of Jeshua, and Noadiah the son of Binnui, Levites; weighed Ezra 8:26,30 I even weighed unto their hand six hundred and fifty talents of silver, and silver vessels an hundred talents,and of gold an hundred talents; … 1 Chronicles 28:14-18He gave of gold by weight forthings of gold, for all instruments of all manner of service;silver also for all instruments of silver by weight, for all instruments of every kind of service: … 2 Corinthians 8:20,21 Avoiding this, that no man should blame us in this abundance which is administered by us: … Meremoth Nehemiah 10:5 Harim, Meremoth, Obadiah, Uriah Nehemiah 3:4 And next unto them repaired Meremoth the son of Urijah, the son of Koz. And next unto them repaired Meshullam the son of Berechiah, the son of Meshezabeel. And next unto them repaired Zadok the son of Baana. Urijah. Nehemiah 8:7 Also Jeshua, and Bani, and Sherebiah, Jamin, Akkub, Shabbethai, Hodijah, Maaseiah, Kelita, Azariah, Jozabad, Hanan, Pelaiah, and the Levites, caused the people to understand the law: and the peoplestood in their place. Binnui Nehemiah 10:9 And the Levites: both Jeshua the son of Azaniah, Binnui of the sons of Henadad, Kadmiel; Jump to Previous BinnuiEleazarFourthGoldHandHouseJeshuaJozabadLeviteMeremothNoadiahPhinehasPriestSilverUriahVesselsWeighedJump to Next BinnuiEleazarFourthGoldHandHouseJeshuaJozabadLeviteMeremothNoadiahPhinehasPriestSilverUriahVesselsWeighedEzra 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 deliveredOn the fourth dayThe phrase "on the fourth day" indicates a specific time frame after Ezra and his companions arrived in Jerusalem. This timing suggests a period of rest and preparation before the sacred task of weighing the treasures. The number four in biblical numerology often symbolizes completeness or universality, which may imply the thoroughness of their mission. in the house of our God
This refers to the temple in Jerusalem, the central place of worship for the Israelites. The temple was not only a religious center but also a symbol of God's presence among His people. The phrase underscores the sacredness of the activities being conducted, as they were performed in a holy place dedicated to God. we weighed out the silver and gold and sacred articles
The act of weighing the silver, gold, and sacred articles was a meticulous process to ensure accountability and integrity. These items were offerings for the temple, and their careful handling reflects the importance of stewardship in worship. The sacred articles likely included vessels and utensils used in temple services, emphasizing the reverence and care required in handling holy objects. into the hand of Meremoth son of Uriah, the priest
Meremoth, a priest, was entrusted with the responsibility of receiving the treasures. His lineage, being the son of Uriah, highlights the importance of priestly heritage and the trust placed in those who serve in the temple. Priests were mediators between God and the people, and their role in this context underscores the sacred nature of the task. Eleazar son of Phinehas was with him
Eleazar, another priestly figure, is mentioned alongside Meremoth. His lineage, being the son of Phinehas, connects him to a line of zealous and faithful priests, as Phinehas was known for his fervor for God's holiness (Numbers 25:11-13). This connection reinforces the theme of faithfulness and dedication in temple service. along with the Levites Jozabad son of Jeshua and Noadiah son of Binnui
The inclusion of Levites, Jozabad and Noadiah, highlights the collaborative effort in temple service. Levites were responsible for assisting the priests and maintaining the temple, and their involvement signifies the communal aspect of worship and service. The mention of their lineage emphasizes the continuity of service and the importance of family heritage in the religious life of Israel. Persons / Places / Events 1. Meremoth son of UriahA priest involved in the weighing and accounting of the sacred articles. His role signifies the importance of priestly oversight in matters of temple service. 2. Eleazar son of PhinehasAnother priest, highlighting the continuity of priestly duties from the lineage of Phinehas, known for his zeal for God's holiness. 3. Jozabad son of JeshuaA Levite, part of the tribe assigned to assist the priests and care for the temple, emphasizing the collaborative effort in temple service. 4. Noadiah son of BinnuiAnother Levite, reinforcing the role of the Levites in the religious and ceremonial life of Israel. 5. The House of our GodRefers to the temple in Jerusalem, the central place of worship and the focal point of Jewish religious life. Teaching Points Integrity in StewardshipThe careful weighing of the silver, gold, and sacred articles underscores the importance of integrity and accountability in handling resources dedicated to God. Collaborative MinistryThe involvement of multiple priests and Levites highlights the necessity of teamwork and shared responsibility in ministry. Faithfulness to God's CommandsThe meticulous attention to detail in temple service reflects a commitment to obeying God's instructions, a principle applicable to all areas of life. Continuity of God's WorkThe lineage of the priests and Levites shows the continuity of God's work through generations, encouraging believers to see their role in the ongoing account of faith. Sacredness of WorshipThe setting in the house of God reminds us of the sacredness of worship and the reverence due to God in all aspects of life. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of Ezra 8:33?
2.How does Ezra 8:33 demonstrate accountability in handling God's resources today?
3.What role does integrity play in Ezra 8:33's account of temple offerings?
4.How can we ensure transparency in church finances, as seen in Ezra 8:33?
5.Why is it important to have trustworthy leaders, as shown in Ezra 8:33?
6.How does Ezra 8:33 connect with New Testament teachings on stewardship?
7.How does Ezra 8:33 demonstrate the importance of accountability in spiritual leadership?
8.What does Ezra 8:33 reveal about the role of the Levites in temple service?
9.How does the careful inventory in Ezra 8:33 reflect on God's provision and faithfulness?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezra 8?
11.Could the lists in Ezra 8 and earlier genealogies in Ezra or Nehemiah present inconsistencies or errors regarding family names and numbers?
12.How did David consult the ephod for instant divine guidance in 1 Samuel 23:9-12 when similar direct communication is uncommon elsewhere in the Old Testament?
13.In Ezra 8:2-14, how can these genealogies be accurately verified given the long exile gap and sparse extrabiblical records?
14.In Ezra 8:25-27, do the large amounts of silver and gold conflict with known trade or economic data from that era?What Does Ezra 8:33 Mean On the fourth day•Ezra 8:32 says, “So we arrived in Jerusalem and rested there three days.” The narrative now picks up on the very next morning. • The pause underscores both physical recovery after a long, dangerous journey (cf.Acts 21:4-5) and the deliberate pace of godly stewardship—no rushed decisions with sacred resources. • Throughout Scripture, fourth-day timing often marks completion of preparation (e.g.,John 11:17). Here the community moves from travel to temple service.
in the house of our God• The silver and gold are handled inside the temple precincts, not in a civil office or private home (cf.1 Kings 7:51). • By bringing the treasures straight to God’s house, the exiles publicly affirm that everything they carry belongs first to the Lord (1 Chronicles 29:14). • This setting also places their actions under priestly oversight, reflecting the pattern ofNumbers 18:1-3, where Levites assist priests in guarding sacred things.
we weighed out the silver and gold and sacred articles• “Weighed out” shows exact accounting; nothing is assumed, nothing hidden (2 Kings 12:15). •Ezra 8:26-27 listed the totals; now those numbers are verified, modeling transparent stewardship (2 Corinthians 8:20-21). • Calling the items “sacred” reminds readers that material objects can be devoted for holy purposes (Leviticus 27:28), elevating everyday metal into worship.
into the hand of Meremoth son of Uriah, the priest• Meremoth, previously noted inEzra 8:33 and later inNehemiah 3:4, represents priestly authority. • “Into the hand” is covenant language for entrusting responsibility (Genesis 39:4). • As a son of Uriah—a name linked to earlier temple service (Isaiah 8:2)—Meremoth stands in a lineage of faithfulness, anchoring this moment in generational continuity.
Eleazar son of Phinehas was with him• Two priests together mirror the “two witnesses” principle for accountability (Deuteronomy 17:6). • Eleazar’s father Phinehas is famed for zeal (Numbers 25:10-13), hinting that integrity runs in this family line. • Their joint presence guards against solitary control of God’s wealth (Proverbs 11:14).
along with the Levites Jozabad son of Jeshua and Noadiah son of Binnui• Including Levites fulfillsNumbers 4:15, where Levites handle sacred objects under priestly supervision. • The pairing of priestly and Levitical personnel mirrors the earlier transport team (Ezra 8:18-19), showing consistent checks and balances. • Naming each man personalizes accountability; if anything were missing, responsibility would be traceable (1 Chronicles 26:20-22).
summaryEzra 8:33 records a careful, transparent handover of temple treasures on the morning after the exiles’ three-day rest. Conducted inside the temple, the process involves named priests and Levites who weigh every item, demonstrating scrupulous stewardship before God and people. The verse highlights principles of accountability, shared responsibility, and reverence for gifts devoted to the Lord, modeling how believers today should handle all resources entrusted to them. (33) Meremoth the son of Uriah. . .--These names of priests and Levites, who had officially received the treasures, occur again in Nehemiah. Verse 33. - Meremoth the son of Uriah, or Urijah, was one of the heads of the priestly order, both under Ezra and under Nehemiah. He is mentioned as repairing two pieces of the wall of Jerusalem when Nehemiah was governor ( Nehemiah 3:4, 21), and also as one of those who set their seal to the covenant with God which the whole people entered into, under Ezra's and Nehemiah's guidance, shortly after the completion of the wall, in B.C. 444. Eleazar the son of Phinehas is perhaps the Eleazar mentioned as taking part in the dedication of the wall ( Nehemiah 12:42). Like Meremoth, he was a priest. Jozabad and Noadiah, chief Levites, occur again in ch. 10:23, and Nehemiah 8:7; Nehemiah 10:9; and Nehemiah 12:3.
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Hebrew On the fourthהָרְבִיעִ֡י(hā·rə·ḇî·‘î)Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular
Strong's 7243:Fourth, a fourthday,וּבַיּ֣וֹם(ū·ḇay·yō·wm)Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3117:A dayin the houseבְּבֵ֣ית(bə·ḇêṯ)Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1004:A houseof our God,אֱלֹהֵ֗ינוּ(’ĕ·lō·hê·nū)Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common plural
Strong's 430:gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlativewe weighed outנִשְׁקַ֣ל(niš·qal)Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 8254:To suspend, poisethe silverהַכֶּסֶף֩(hak·ke·sep̄)Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3701:Silver, moneyand goldוְהַזָּהָ֨ב(wə·haz·zā·hāḇ)Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2091:Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear skyand sacred articlesוְהַכֵּלִ֜ים(wə·hak·kê·lîm)Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3627:Something prepared, any apparatusintoעַ֠ל(‘al)Preposition
Strong's 5921:Above, over, upon, againstthe handיַד־(yaḏ-)Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3027:A handof Meremothמְרֵמ֤וֹת(mə·rê·mō·wṯ)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4822:Meremoth -- two Israelites priests, also an Israelitesonבֶּן־(ben-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121:A sonof Uriah,אֽוּרִיָּה֙(’ū·rî·yāh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 223:Uriah -- 'flame of Yah', the name of a Hittite and of two Israelitesthe priest.הַכֹּהֵ֔ן(hak·kō·hên)Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3548:PriestEleazarאֶלְעָזָ֣ר(’el·‘ā·zār)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 499:Eleazar -- 'God has helped', six Israelitessonבֶּן־(ben-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121:A sonof Phinehasפִּֽינְחָ֑ס(pî·nə·ḥās)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6372:Phinehas -- three Israeliteswas with him,וְעִמּ֖וֹ(wə·‘im·mōw)Conjunctive waw | Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5973:With, equally withalong withוְעִמָּהֶ֞ם(wə·‘im·mā·hem)Conjunctive waw | Preposition | third person masculine plural
Strong's 5973:With, equally withthe Levitesהַלְוִיִּֽם׃(hal·wî·yim)Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural
Strong's 3881:Levites -- descendant of LeviJozabadיוֹזָבָ֧ד(yō·w·zā·ḇāḏ)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3107:Jozabadsonבֶּן־(ben-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121:A sonof Jeshuaיֵשׁ֛וּעַ(yê·šū·a‘)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3442:Jeshuaand Noadiahוְנֽוֹעַדְיָ֥ה(wə·nō·w·‘aḏ·yāh)Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5129:Noadiah -- 'meeting with Yah', a Levite, also a prophetesssonבֶן־(ḇen-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121:A sonof Binnui.בִּנּ֖וּי(bin·nui)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1131:Binnui -- 'his son', an Israelite
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OT History: Ezra 8:33 On the fourth day the silver (Ezr. Ez) |
