Ezra 2:24
Ezra 2:24 in Multiple Translations
the descendants of Azmaveth, 42;
The children of Azmaveth, forty and two.
The children of Azmaveth, forty and two.
The children of Azmaveth, forty-two.
the people from Beth-azmaveth, 42;
The sonnes of Azmaueth, two and fourtie:
Sons of Azmaveth, forty and two.
The children of Azmaveth, forty-two.
The children of Azmaveth, forty and two.
The children of Azmaveth, forty-two.
42from Azmaveth
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Ezra 2:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּנֵ֥י
עַזְמָ֖וֶת
אַרְבָּעִ֥ים
וּ/שְׁנָֽיִם
בְּנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
עַזְמָ֖וֶת
ʻAzmâveth
H5820
Azmaveth
N-proper
אַרְבָּעִ֥ים
ʼarbâʻîym
H705
forty
Adj
וּ/שְׁנָֽיִם
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Conj | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 2:24
בְּנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
עַזְמָ֖וֶת
ʻAzmâveth
H5820
"Azmaveth"
N-proper
Azmaveth means strong unto death and is the name of three Israelites and a place in Palestine, also known as Beth-azmaveth. It appears in the book of Numbers and is associated with the tribe of Benjamin. This name signifies strength and endurance.
Definition: Azmaveth = "strong unto death" a place in Benjamin; Another name of bet az.ma.vet (בֵּית־עַזְמָ֫וֶת "Beth-azmaveth" H1041)
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Azmaveth. See also H1041 (בֵּית עַזְמָוֶת). See also: 2 Samuel 23:31; 1 Chronicles 12:3; Nehemiah 12:29.
אַרְבָּעִ֥ים
ʼarbâʻîym
H705
"forty"
Adj
The number forty is what this Hebrew word represents, often used in the Bible to mark significant periods of time, like the 40 days of rain in Genesis or the 40 years of Israel's wilderness journey.
Definition: forty
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: -forty. See also: Genesis 5:13; Judges 13:1; Psalms 95:10.
וּ/שְׁנָֽיִם
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Conj | Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
Study Notes — Ezra 2:24
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Context — The List of Returning Exiles
22the men of Netophah, 56;
23the men of Anathoth, 128;
24the descendants of Azmaveth, 42;
25the men of Kiriath-jearim, Chephirah, and Beeroth, 743; 26the men of Ramah and Geba, 621;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nehemiah 7:28 | the men of Beth-azmaveth, 42; |
Ezra 2:24 Summary
This verse tells us about a group of people called the descendants of Azmaveth, who were part of the larger group of Israelites who returned from exile in Babylon, as recorded in Ezra 2:24. There were 42 of them, and they were counted as part of the total number of Israelites who returned to Jerusalem, which was a fulfillment of God's promise to restore His people, as seen in Deuteronomy 30:3. This verse reminds us that God is concerned with the details of individual lives and families, and that He is faithful to keep His promises, as seen in Jeremiah 29:14. Just as the descendants of Azmaveth were part of a larger story of redemption, we too can trust in God's faithfulness and be part of His larger story of salvation, as seen in Romans 8:28.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were the descendants of Azmaveth?
The descendants of Azmaveth were a group of Israelites who returned from exile in Babylon, as recorded in Ezra 2:24, and their ancestry can be traced back to the tribe of Benjamin, as seen in Nehemiah 12:29, which mentions the people of Azmaveth in the context of the return from exile.
What is the significance of the number 42 in this verse?
The number 42 represents the number of descendants of Azmaveth who returned from exile, as recorded in Ezra 2:24, and while the Bible does not provide a specific spiritual significance for this number, it is a part of the larger census of the Israelites who returned to Jerusalem, as seen in Ezra 2:1-64, which includes other numbers and groups of people.
How does this verse relate to the broader story of the Israelites' return from exile?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of the Israelites' return from exile in Babylon, as recorded in the book of Ezra, and it highlights the faithfulness of God in restoring His people to their homeland, as promised in Deuteronomy 30:3 and Jeremiah 29:14.
What can we learn from the fact that the descendants of Azmaveth are mentioned by name in this verse?
The fact that the descendants of Azmaveth are mentioned by name in Ezra 2:24 suggests that God is concerned with the details of individual lives and families, as seen in Psalm 37:23, which says that the steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and in Matthew 10:30, which says that even the hairs on our head are numbered by God.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for me to be part of a larger community of believers, and how can I contribute to the well-being of that community, just as the descendants of Azmaveth contributed to the return from exile?
- How can I trust in God's faithfulness, just as the Israelites did when they returned from exile, and what promises from Scripture can I hold onto in times of uncertainty?
- What are some ways that I can show gratitude for the ways in which God has restored and redeemed me, just as the Israelites gave thanks for their return to Jerusalem, as seen in Ezra 3:11-13?
- How can I balance my individual identity with my role as part of a larger group, just as the descendants of Azmaveth were part of the larger group of Israelites who returned from exile?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 2:24
[See comments on Ezra 2:3].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 2:24
The children of Azmaveth, forty and two. The children of Azmaveth - [Septuagint, Azmooth] - a town of Benjamin, near Anathoth.
Cambridge Bible on Ezra 2:24
24. Azmaveth] Cf. Nehemiah 12:29 : called Beth-Azmaveth Nehemiah 7:28; has been conjecturally identified with El-Hizmeh, a height N. of Anathoth. The name of Azmaveth occurs in the register of the tribe of Benjamin (1 Chronicles 8:36).