Ezra 8:12
Ezra 8:12 in Multiple Translations
from the descendants of Azgad, Johanan son of Hakkatan, and with him 110 men;
And of the sons of Azgad; Johanan the son of Hakkatan, and with him an hundred and ten males.
And of the sons of Azgad, Johanan the son of Hakkatan; and with him a hundred and ten males.
And of the sons of Azgad, Johanan, the son of Hakkatan; and with him a hundred and ten males.
From the sons of Azgad, Johanan, son of Hakkatan, and with him 110 men.
And of the sonnes of Azgad, Iohanan the sonne of Hakkatan, and with him an hundreth and ten males.
And from the sons of Azgad: Johanan son of Hakkatan, and with him a hundred and ten who are males.
Of the sons of Azgad, Johanan the son of Hakkatan; and with him one hundred ten males.
And of the sons of Azgad; Johanan the son of Hakkatan, and with him a hundred and ten males.
Of the sons of Azgad, Joanan the son of Eccetan, and with him a hundred and ten men.
Johanan the son of Hakkatan and 110 other men from the clan descended from Azgad
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezra 8:12
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Ezra 8:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/מִ/בְּנֵ֣י
עַזְגָּ֔ד
יוֹחָנָ֖ן
בֶּן
הַ/קָּטָ֑ן
וְ/עִמּ֕/וֹ
מֵאָ֥ה
וַ/עֲשָׂרָ֖ה
הַ/זְּכָרִֽים
וּ/מִ/בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
Conj | Prep | N-mp
עַזְגָּ֔ד
ʻAzgâd
H5803
Azgad
N-proper
יוֹחָנָ֖ן
Yôwchânân
H3110
Johanan
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
הַ/קָּטָ֑ן
Qâṭân
H6997
Hakkatan
Art | N-proper
וְ/עִמּ֕/וֹ
ʻim
H5973
with
Conj | Prep | Suff
מֵאָ֥ה
mêʼâh
H3967
hundred
Adj
וַ/עֲשָׂרָ֖ה
ʻeser
H6235
ten
Conj | Adj
הַ/זְּכָרִֽים
zâkâr
H2145
male
Art | N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 8:12
וּ/מִ/בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
"son"
Conj | Prep | 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.
עַזְגָּ֔ד
ʻAzgâd
H5803
"Azgad"
N-proper
Azgad was an Israelite who lived during the Exile and Return, sealing a covenant with Nehemiah and ancestor of a family that returned with Zerubbabel.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.10.15 § Azgad = "Gad is mighty" 1) ancestor of a family of laymen who returned from exile with Zerubbabel 2) a man who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Azgad. See also: Ezra 2:12; Nehemiah 7:17; Nehemiah 10:16.
יוֹחָנָ֖ן
Yôwchânân
H3110
"Johanan"
N-proper
Johanan means 'Jehovah has graced' and refers to several Israelites, including a priest who returned with Zerubbabel and a captain mentioned in Nehemiah.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Neh.12.11; son of: Joiada (H3111H); brother of: son_of_Joiada (H3111I); father of: Jaddua (H3037H); also called Jonathan at Neh.12.11; Also named: yo.na.tan (יוֹנָתָן "Jonathan" H3129M) § Johanan = "Jehovah has graced" 1) a priest during the high priesthood of Joiakim who returned with Zerubbabel 2) a Jewish captain after the fall of Jerusalem 3) the eldest son of king Josiah 4) a post-exilic prince of the line of David 5) father of Azariah, priest in Solomon's time 6) a Benjamite, one of David's mighty warriors 7) a Gadite, one of David's mighty warriors 8) a returning exile
Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: Johanan. See also: 2 Kings 25:23; Jeremiah 40:16; Jeremiah 40:8.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
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.
הַ/קָּטָ֑ן
Qâṭân
H6997
"Hakkatan"
Art | N-proper
Hakkatan was an Israelite man who lived during the time of Exile and Return, and is mentioned in Ezra 8:12 as the father of Johanan. His name means 'the small one', and he was a key figure in the Bene-Azgad group that returned from exile with Ezra.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.8.12; father of: Johanan (H3110K) § Hakkatan = "the small" father of Johanan, the chief of the Bene-Azgad who returned from exile with Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Hakkatan (including the article). See also: Ezra 8:12.
וְ/עִמּ֕/וֹ
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Conj | Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
מֵאָ֥ה
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.
וַ/עֲשָׂרָ֖ה
ʻeser
H6235
"ten"
Conj | Adj
This Hebrew word means the number ten, often used in combination with other numbers to describe larger quantities, such as in the story of the ten commandments in Exodus 20. It is commonly translated as 'ten' in the KJV.
Definition: 1) ten 1a) ten 1b) with other numbers Aramaic equivalent: a.sar (עֲשַׂר "ten" H6236)
Usage: Occurs in 157 OT verses. KJV: ten, (fif-, seven-) teen. See also: Genesis 5:14; 1 Kings 6:3; Isaiah 5:10.
הַ/זְּכָרִֽים
zâkâr
H2145
"male"
Art | N-mp
This word means male, referring to men or male animals, emphasizing their importance. It is used in the Bible to distinguish between males and females. The word is often translated as 'him' or 'male' in English.
Definition: 1) male (of humans and animals) adj 2) male (of humans)
Usage: Occurs in 80 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] him, male, man(child, -kind). See also: Genesis 1:27; Numbers 3:22; Isaiah 66:7.
Study Notes — Ezra 8:12
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Context — The Exiles Who Returned with Ezra
10from the descendants of Bani, Shelomith son of Josiphiah, and with him 160 men;
11from the descendants of Bebai, Zechariah son of Bebai, and with him 28 men;
12from the descendants of Azgad, Johanan son of Hakkatan, and with him 110 men;
13from the later descendants of Adonikam, these were their names: Eliphelet, Jeiel, and Shemaiah, and with them 60 men; 14and from the descendants of Bigvai, both Uthai and Zaccur, and with them 70 men.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ezra 2:12 | the descendants of Azgad, 1,222; |
| 2 | Nehemiah 7:17 | the descendants of Azgad, 2,322; |
Ezra 8:12 Summary
Ezra 8:12 tells us about Johanan son of Hakkatan, who led 110 men from the descendants of Azgad in the return to Jerusalem after the exile. This verse shows us that God is faithful to His people and cares about each individual and family, as seen in other verses like Psalm 87:6 and Jeremiah 29:11. Just like the Israelites were returning to Jerusalem to rebuild and restore their city, we can also experience God's restoration in our own lives when we turn to Him, as promised in Jeremiah 29:14 and 2 Corinthians 5:17. By looking at this verse, we can see God's love and care for His people and be inspired to follow Him and participate in His work of restoration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Johanan son of Hakkatan?
The Bible does not provide extensive information about Johanan son of Hakkatan, but we know he was a descendant of Azgad and led 110 men in the return to Jerusalem, as recorded in Ezra 8:12, demonstrating his leadership role in the community, similar to other leaders mentioned in Ezra 8:10-14.
What was the significance of the descendants of Azgad in the return to Jerusalem?
The descendants of Azgad, led by Johanan son of Hakkatan, were part of the larger group of Israelites returning to Jerusalem after the exile, as seen in Ezra 8:1-14, and their participation was a testament to God's faithfulness in restoring His people, as promised in Deuteronomy 30:3 and Jeremiah 29:14.
How does this verse relate to the broader narrative of the Bible?
Ezra 8:12 is part of the post-exilic narrative, which highlights God's covenant faithfulness and the rebuilding of Jerusalem, echoing themes found in Ezra 1:1-5 and Haggai 1:1-15, and ultimately pointing to the redemption and restoration that would come through Jesus Christ, as prophesied in Isaiah 40:1-11 and fulfilled in the New Testament, such as in Luke 4:16-21.
What can we learn from the specific number of men mentioned in this verse?
The mention of 110 men in Ezra 8:12, along with other specific numbers in Ezra 8:10-14, underscores the meticulous record-keeping and attention to detail in the biblical account, reflecting the importance of each individual and family in the return to Jerusalem, much like the detailed genealogies found in 1 Chronicles 1-9, which also emphasize God's sovereign care over His people, as seen in Psalm 87:6 and Matthew 1:1-17.
Reflection Questions
- How does the leadership of Johanan son of Hakkatan inspire me to step into my own roles of leadership and service?
- What does the mention of specific families and numbers in Ezra 8:10-14 teach me about God's attention to detail and care for His people?
- In what ways can I apply the principles of faithfulness and restoration seen in Ezra 8:12 to my own life and relationships?
- How does the post-exilic narrative, including Ezra 8:12, point me to the ultimate redemption and restoration found in Jesus Christ?
- What role do I play in the larger story of God's people, and how can I participate in His work of restoration and redemption?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 8:12
[See comments on Ezra 7:3].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 8:12
Of the sons of Phinehas; Gershom: of the sons of Ithamar; Daniel: of the sons of David; Hattush. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezra 8:12
Ezra 8:12 And of the sons of Azgad; Johanan the son of Hakkatan, and with him an hundred and ten males.Ver. 12. And the sons of Azgad] See Ezra 8:9.
Cambridge Bible on Ezra 8:12
3–14. The register of the laity or “the men of the people of Israel” as in Ezra 2:2. The names of these houses with the exception of Shechaniah (Ezra 8:5) and Shelomith (Ezra 8:10) appear also in chap. 2 and Nehemiah 7. But it is most probable that the text has in the case of both these exceptions suffered (see notes on the verses), and that the houses of Zattu and Bani (Ezra 2:8; Ezra 2:10) are represented by Shechaniah and Shelomith. Twelve households are represented by their chiefs and the number of their males given. The number ‘twelve’ was perhaps designedly taken to symbolize the united Israel. The parallel list in 1 Esdras does not contain many variations. The following table places them side by side. Ezra1Es 8:30 ff. Of the sons of Parosh, Zechariah, 150 Of the sons of Pahath-Moab, Eliehoenai, the son of Zerahiah, 200 Of the sons of Shechaniah, the son of Jahaziel, 300 Of the sons of Zathoe, Sechenias, the son of Jezelus, 300 Of the sons of Adin, Ebed, the son of Jonathan, 50 Of the sons of Adin, Obeth, the son of Jonathan, 250 Of the sons of Elam, Jeshaiah the son of Athalian, 70 Of the sons of Elam, Josias, the son of Gotholias, 70 Of the sons of Shephatiah, Zebadiah, the son of Michael, 80 Of the sons of Saphatias, Zaraias, son of Michael, 70 Of the sons of Joab, Obadiah, the son of Jehiel, 218 Of the sons of Joab, Abadias, the son of Jezelus, 212 Of the sons of Shelomith, the son of Josiphiah, 160 Of the sons of Banid, Assalimoth, the son of Josaphias, 160 Of the sons of Bebai, Zechariah, the son of Bebai, 28 Of the sons of Astath, Johannes, the son of Acatan, 110 Of the sons of Azgad, Jonathan, the son of Hakkatan, 110 Of the sons of Adonikam, Eliphelet, Jeuel, Shemaiah, 60 Of the sons of Adonicam the last, … Eliphalet, Jeuel and Samaias, 70 Of the sons of Bigvai, Uthai and Zabbud, 70 Of the sons of Bago, Uthi, the son of Istalcurus, 70 The total numbers given in the Hebrew text are 1496, in 1 Esdr. 1690.