Ezra 2:39
Ezra 2:39 in Multiple Translations
and the descendants of Harim, 1,017.
The children of Harim, a thousand and seventeen.
The children of Harim, a thousand and seventeen.
The children of Harim, a thousand and seventeen.
the sons of Harim, 1,017.
The sonnes of Harim, a thousande and seuenteene.
Sons of Harim, a thousand and seventeen.
The children of Harim, one thousand seventeen.
The children of Harim, a thousand and seventeen.
The children of Harim, a thousand and seventeen.
1,017descendants of Harim. The ones from the rest of the tribe of Levi who returned were:
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Ezra 2:39 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּנֵ֣י
חָרִ֔ם
אֶ֖לֶף
וְ/שִׁבְעָ֥ה
עָשָֽׂר
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
חָרִ֔ם
Chârim
H2766
Harim
N-proper
אֶ֖לֶף
ʼeleph
H505
thousand
Adj
וְ/שִׁבְעָ֥ה
shebaʻ
H7651
seven
Conj | Adj
עָשָֽׂר
ʻâsâr
H6240
ten
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 2:39
בְּנֵ֣י
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.
חָרִ֔ם
Chârim
H2766
"Harim"
N-proper
Harim means dedicated and refers to a priest or a family head who returned with Zerubbabel from exile. He is mentioned in Ezra and Nehemiah as a key figure in the post-exile community.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.2; also called Harim at Neh.10.5; 12.15; Nehum at Neh.7.7; Another name of re.chum (רְחוּם "Rehum" H7348A) § Harim = "dedicated" 1) a priest in the time of David who had charge of the 3rd course 2) head of a family of exiles totalling 1017 who returned with Zerubbabel 3) another head of a family of exiles totalling 320 who returned with Zerubbabel 4) a priest in the time of Nehemiah 5) a ruler of the people under Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: Harim. See also: 1 Chronicles 24:8; Nehemiah 3:11; Nehemiah 12:15.
אֶ֖לֶף
ʼeleph
H505
"thousand"
Adj
A thousand, as in Exodus 20:6 where God shows love to thousands of people. It represents a large number or a company of people under one leader, like an army or a group of soldiers.
Definition: : thousand 1) a thousand 1a) as numeral 2) a thousand, company 2a) as a company of men under one leader, troops
Usage: Occurs in 390 OT verses. KJV: thousand. See also: Genesis 20:16; Joshua 3:4; 2 Kings 18:23.
וְ/שִׁבְעָ֥ה
shebaʻ
H7651
"seven"
Conj | Adj
This word means the number seven, which was considered a special or sacred number. It can also mean seven times or a week, and is used in the Bible to describe completeness or perfection. The KJV translates it as seven or sevenfold.
Definition: 1) seven (cardinal number) 1a) as ordinal number 1b) in combination-17, 700 etc Aramaic equivalent: shiv.ah (שִׁבְעָה "seven" H7655)
Usage: Occurs in 344 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] by) seven(-fold),-s, (-teen, -teenth), -th, times). Compare H7658 (שִׁבְעָנָה). See also: Genesis 4:24; Leviticus 23:15; 2 Samuel 21:6.
עָשָֽׂר
ʻâsâr
H6240
"ten"
Adj
In Hebrew, this word means ten, and is used to form numbers like eleven or thirteen, as seen in Genesis 31:41. It is always used in combination with other numbers.
Definition: 1) ten, -teen (in combination with other numbers) 1a) used only in combination to make the numbers 11-19
Usage: Occurs in 292 OT verses. KJV: (eigh-, fif-, four-, nine-, seven-, six-, thir-) teen(-th), [phrase] eleven(-th), [phrase] sixscore thousand, [phrase] twelve(-th). See also: Genesis 5:8; Joshua 21:7; 1 Chronicles 25:27.
Study Notes — Ezra 2:39
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Context — The List of Returning Exiles
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 24:8 | the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim, |
| 2 | Ezra 10:21 | From the descendants of Harim: Maaseiah, Elijah, Shemaiah, Jehiel, and Uzziah. |
| 3 | Nehemiah 7:42 | and the descendants of Harim, 1,017. |
Ezra 2:39 Summary
[Ezra 2:39 tells us about the descendants of Harim, who were part of the group of Israelites that returned to Jerusalem after being in exile. This verse shows us that God is faithful and cares about every person and family, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11. The number of Harim's descendants, 1,017, is a reminder that God is in control of all the details of our lives. As we read about the return of the Israelites, we can be encouraged by God's promise to restore and care for His people, just like He did for the descendants of Harim.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Harim and why are his descendants mentioned in Ezra 2:39?
Harim is not mentioned elsewhere in the Bible, but his descendants are listed among the priests who returned to Jerusalem after the exile, as seen in Ezra 2:39 and also in Nehemiah 7:42, indicating their importance in the restoration of Israel's priestly lineage.
What is the significance of the number 1,017 in Ezra 2:39?
The number 1,017 represents the number of descendants of Harim who returned to Jerusalem, which, like the numbers in Ezra 2:37 and Ezra 2:38, emphasizes God's faithfulness in restoring His people, as promised in Deuteronomy 30:3-5.
How does Ezra 2:39 relate to the broader context of the book of Ezra?
Ezra 2:39 is part of a list of Israelites who returned from exile, highlighting God's fulfillment of His promise to restore His people, as seen in Ezekiel 37:21-22, and preparing the stage for the rebuilding of the Temple in Ezra 3:8-13.
What can we learn about God's character from Ezra 2:39?
Ezra 2:39 demonstrates God's attention to detail and care for His people, as seen in Psalm 138:8, where David praises God for His faithfulness and love, and in Jeremiah 29:11, where God promises a future and a hope for His people.
Reflection Questions
- What does the listing of specific families and their numbers in Ezra 2:39 reveal about God's heart for His people?
- How does the return of the descendants of Harim, as mentioned in Ezra 2:39, reflect the fulfillment of God's covenant promises to Israel?
- In what ways can I apply the principle of God's faithfulness, as seen in Ezra 2:39, to my own life and circumstances?
- What role do you think the descendants of Harim played in the rebuilding of Jerusalem and the Temple, and what can we learn from their example?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 2:39
[See comments on Ezra 2:36].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 2:39
The children of Harim, a thousand and seventeen. The children of Harim. He was the head of the third division of the priests (1 Chronicles 24:8).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezra 2:39
The head of one of the twenty-four courses which David appointed, ; of all which courses, some observe, here are not above four or five that returned. There is another Harim mentioned above, , but that was no priest as this was, .
Cambridge Bible on Ezra 2:39
39. Harim] The name of Harim appears in 1 Chronicles 24:8 as that of the third priestly house.