Ezra 2:7
Ezra 2:7 in Multiple Translations
the descendants of Elam, 1,254;
The children of Elam, a thousand two hundred fifty and four.
The children of Elam, a thousand two hundred fifty and four.
The children of Elam, a thousand, two hundred and fifty-four.
the sons of Elam, 1,254;
The sonnes of Elam, a thousande, two hundreth and foure and fiftie:
Sons of Elam, a thousand two hundred fifty and four.
The children of Elam, one thousand two hundred fifty-four.
The children of Elam, a thousand two hundred fifty and four.
The children of Elam, a thousand two hundred fifty-four.
1,254descendants of Elam
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezra 2:7
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Ezra 2:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּנֵ֣י
עֵילָ֔ם
אֶ֕לֶף
מָאתַ֖יִם
חֲמִשִּׁ֥ים
וְ/אַרְבָּעָֽה
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
עֵילָ֔ם
ʻÊylâm
H5867
Elam
N-proper
אֶ֕לֶף
ʼeleph
H505
thousand
Adj
מָאתַ֖יִם
mêʼâh
H3967
hundred
Adj
חֲמִשִּׁ֥ים
chămishshîym
H2572
fifty
Adj
וְ/אַרְבָּעָֽה
ʼarbaʻ
H702
four
Conj | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 2:7
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.
עֵילָ֔ם
ʻÊylâm
H5867
"Elam"
N-proper
Elam refers to a son of Shem and his descendants, as well as a region, first mentioned in Genesis 10:22. The name means eternity. Elam is also the name of several Israelites, including one mentioned in Nehemiah 12:42.
Definition: § Elam = "eternity" a province east of Babylon and northeast of the lower Tigris
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: Elam. See also: Genesis 10:22; Nehemiah 10:15; Isaiah 11:11.
אֶ֕לֶף
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.
מָאתַ֖יִם
mêʼâh
H3967
"hundred"
Adj
Means a hundred, used as a simple number or part of a larger number in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including fractions like one one-hundredth. Found in books like Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: 1) hundred 1a) as simple number 1b) as part of larger number 1c) as a fraction-one one-hundredth (1/100) Aramaic equivalent: me.ah (מְאָה "hundred" H3969)
Usage: Occurs in 511 OT verses. KJV: hundred((-fold), -th), [phrase] sixscore. See also: Genesis 5:3; Numbers 2:6; Judges 18:17.
חֲמִשִּׁ֥ים
chămishshîym
H2572
"fifty"
Adj
This Hebrew word simply means the number fifty, used in various biblical contexts like measurements and quantities. It appears in Leviticus and Numbers.
Definition: 1) fifty 1a) fifty (cardinal number) 1b) a multiple of fifty (with other numbers) 1c) fiftieth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 141 OT verses. KJV: fifty. See also: Genesis 6:15; 1 Kings 7:2; Isaiah 3:3.
וְ/אַרְבָּעָֽה
ʼarbaʻ
H702
"four"
Conj | Adj
The number four is a simple counting number in Hebrew, used to describe quantities of things, such as people, objects, or groups.
Definition: four
Usage: Occurs in 277 OT verses. KJV: four. See also: Genesis 2:10; Judges 20:47; Esther 9:21.
Study Notes — Ezra 2:7
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Context — The List of Returning Exiles
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ezra 10:26 | From the descendants of Elam: Mattaniah, Zechariah, Jehiel, Abdi, Jeremoth, and Elijah. |
| 2 | Ezra 2:31 | the descendants of the other Elam, 1,254; |
| 3 | Nehemiah 7:12 | the descendants of Elam, 1,254; |
| 4 | Ezra 8:7 | from the descendants of Elam, Jeshaiah son of Athaliah, and with him 70 men; |
Ezra 2:7 Summary
The descendants of Elam, numbering 1,254, were part of the group of Israelites who returned from exile in Babylon to rebuild the Temple and restore Jerusalem, as seen in Ezra 1:1-4. This verse shows us that God is faithful to His people and keeps His promises, as seen in Deuteronomy 30:3 and Ezekiel 37:21. Just like the descendants of Elam, we are all part of God's larger family and have a role to play in His plan to restore and redeem His people, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 and Ephesians 4:11-16. As we reflect on this verse, we can be encouraged by God's faithfulness and mercy, and seek to be part of His plan to bring hope and redemption to all nations, as seen in Revelation 7:9-10.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the number of descendants of Elam in Ezra 2:7?
The number of descendants of Elam, 1,254, signifies the faithfulness of God in preserving a remnant of His people, as promised in Deuteronomy 30:3 and Ezekiel 37:21.
Who were the descendants of Elam and what was their role in the returning exiles?
The descendants of Elam were part of the Israelites who returned from exile in Babylon, as recorded in Ezra 2:1-64, and were likely involved in the rebuilding of the Temple and the restoration of Jerusalem, as seen in Ezra 3:8-13 and Nehemiah 7:73-8:18.
How does this verse relate to the larger narrative of the Old Testament?
This verse is part of the post-exilic narrative, which shows God's faithfulness to His people, as seen in Ezekiel 36:24 and Isaiah 11:11-12, and sets the stage for the coming of Jesus Christ, as prophesied in Isaiah 40:3-5 and Malachi 3:1.
What can we learn about God's character from this verse?
From this verse, we can learn about God's faithfulness and mercy in preserving a remnant of His people, as seen in Romans 11:5 and 1 Kings 19:18, and His desire to restore and redeem His people, as seen in Psalm 107:2-3 and Isaiah 44:21-22.
Reflection Questions
- What does the specific number of descendants of Elam reveal about God's sovereign plan and provision?
- How does the inclusion of the descendants of Elam in the list of returning exiles demonstrate God's heart for all nations and peoples, as seen in Revelation 7:9?
- In what ways can we, like the descendants of Elam, be part of God's plan to restore and rebuild His people and His city, as seen in Isaiah 61:4 and Amos 9:14?
- What does this verse teach us about the importance of community and corporate identity in the life of God's people, as seen in Acts 2:42-47 and Hebrews 10:24-25?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 2:7
[See comments on Ezra 2:3].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 2:7
The children of Elam, a thousand two hundred fifty and four. The children of Elam - [Septuagint, Ailam].
Cambridge Bible on Ezra 2:7
7. Elam] Some would identify with the Elam mentioned 1 Chronicles 8:24—a Benjamite.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezra 2:7
7. Children of Elam — Whether Elam is here the name of a place or person is uncertain.