Nehemiah 10:15
Nehemiah 10:15 in Multiple Translations
Bunni, Azgad, Bebai,
Bunni, Azgad, Bebai,
Bunni, Azgad, Bebai,
Bunni, Azgad, Bebai,
Bunni, Azgad, Bebai,
Bunni, Azgad, Bebai,
Bunni, Azgad, Bebai,
Bunni, Azgad, Bebai,
Bunni, Azgad, Bebai,
Bonni, Azgad, Bebai,
Bunni, Azgad, Bebai,
Berean Amplified Bible — Nehemiah 10:15
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Nehemiah 10:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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רָאשֵׁ֖י
הָ/עָ֑ם
פַּרְעֹשׁ֙
פַּחַ֣ת
מוֹאָ֔ב
עֵילָ֥ם
זַתּ֖וּא
בָּנִֽי
רָאשֵׁ֖י
rôʼsh
H7218
head
N-mp
הָ/עָ֑ם
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Art | N-ms
פַּרְעֹשׁ֙
Parʻôsh
H6551
Parosh
N-proper
פַּחַ֣ת
Pachath Môwʼâb
H6355
Pahath-moab
N-proper
מוֹאָ֔ב
Pachath Môwʼâb
H6355
Pahath-moab
N-proper
עֵילָ֥ם
ʻÊylâm
H5867
Elam
N-proper
זַתּ֖וּא
Zattûwʼ
H2240
Zattu
N-proper
בָּנִֽי
Bânîy
H1137
Bani
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 10:15
רָאשֵׁ֖י
rôʼsh
H7218
"head"
N-mp
This Hebrew word means chief or prince, and is used to describe leaders in the Bible, such as in the book of 1 Samuel. It signifies a position of authority and importance.
Definition: : head 1) head, top, summit, upper part, chief, total, sum, height, front, beginning 1a) head (of man, animals) 1b) top, tip (of mountain) 1c) height (of stars) 1d) chief, head (of man, city, nation, place, family, priest) 1e) head, front, beginning 1f) chief, choicest, best 1g) head, division, company, band 1h) sum
Usage: Occurs in 547 OT verses. KJV: band, beginning, captain, chapiter, chief(-est place, man, things), company, end, [idiom] every (man), excellent, first, forefront, (be-)head, height, (on) high(-est part, (priest)), [idiom] lead, [idiom] poor, principal, ruler, sum, top. See also: Genesis 2:10; Numbers 17:18; 2 Samuel 4:7.
הָ/עָ֑ם
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Art | N-ms
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
פַּרְעֹשׁ֙
Parʻôsh
H6551
"Parosh"
N-proper
Parosh was an Israelite who lived during the time of exile and return. He was an ancestor of a family who returned from exile with Zerubbabel and a leader who signed the covenant with Nehemiah. His name means flea.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.10.14 § Parosh or Pharosh = "flea" 1) ancestor of a family who returned from exile with Zerubbabel and a 2nd group who returned with Ezra 2) a leader of the people who signed the covenant with Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Parosh, Pharosh. See also: Ezra 2:3; Nehemiah 3:25; Nehemiah 10:15.
פַּחַ֣ת
Pachath Môwʼâb
H6355
"Pahath-moab"
N-proper
Pachath-moab was an Israelite who lived during the time of Exile and Return. His name means 'pit of Moab' and he is mentioned in Nehemiah 10:14 as a leader who signed a covenant.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.10.14 § Pahath-moab = "pit of Moab" 1) ancestor of one or two families of Israel who returned from exile in Babylon 2) a leader of the people, father of the wall rebuilder Hashub, and one who signed the covenant with Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Pahathmoab. See also: Ezra 2:6; Nehemiah 3:11; Nehemiah 10:15.
מוֹאָ֔ב
Pachath Môwʼâb
H6355
"Pahath-moab"
N-proper
Pachath-moab was an Israelite who lived during the time of Exile and Return. His name means 'pit of Moab' and he is mentioned in Nehemiah 10:14 as a leader who signed a covenant.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.10.14 § Pahath-moab = "pit of Moab" 1) ancestor of one or two families of Israel who returned from exile in Babylon 2) a leader of the people, father of the wall rebuilder Hashub, and one who signed the covenant with Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Pahathmoab. See also: Ezra 2:6; Nehemiah 3:11; Nehemiah 10:15.
עֵילָ֥ם
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.
זַתּ֖וּא
Zattûwʼ
H2240
"Zattu"
N-proper
Zattu was an Israelite who returned with Zerubbabel after the Exile, his family is listed in Nehemiah 10:14. His name means brightness of him.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.10.14 § Zattu = "brightness of him" a family of exiles who returned with Zerubbabel
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Zattu. See also: Ezra 2:8; Nehemiah 7:13; Nehemiah 10:15.
בָּנִֽי
Bânîy
H1137
"Bani"
N-proper
Bani, meaning built, was the name of several Israelites, including a Gadite warrior, a Levite, and a man from Judah. One Bani returned from captivity with Zerubbabel, as noted in Ezra 2:10.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.10; also called Binnui at Neh.7.15; Also named: bin.nuy (בִּנּוּי "Binnui" H1131) § Bani = "built" 1) a Gadite, one of David's mighty warriors 2) a Levite of the line of Merari, and forefather to Ethan 3) a man of Judah of the line of Pharez 4) "children of Bani" returned from captivity with Zerubbabel 5) one or up to three Levites in Nehemiah's time
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: Bani. See also: 2 Samuel 23:36; Nehemiah 3:17; Nehemiah 11:22.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 10:15
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Context — Signers of the Covenant
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Nehemiah 7:16–17 | the descendants of Bebai, 628; the descendants of Azgad, 2,322; |
| 2 | Ezra 8:11–12 | from the descendants of Bebai, Zechariah son of Bebai, and with him 28 men; from the descendants of Azgad, Johanan son of Hakkatan, and with him 110 men; |
| 3 | Ezra 10:28 | From the descendants of Bebai: Jehohanan, Hananiah, Zabbai, and Athlai. |
| 4 | Ezra 2:11–12 | the descendants of Bebai, 623; the descendants of Azgad, 1,222; |
Nehemiah 10:15 Summary
Nehemiah 10:15 lists the names of some of the leaders who signed a covenant to obey God's laws. This covenant was a promise to follow God and live according to His commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 29:10-15. By including these names in the Bible, God is reminding us of the importance of making a commitment to follow Him and living a life of faith and obedience, as encouraged in Matthew 22:37-40. Just like the leaders in this verse, we can make a choice to follow God and live according to His will, with the support and accountability of our community, as seen in Hebrews 10:24-25.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the names listed in Nehemiah 10:15?
The names listed in Nehemiah 10:15, such as Bunni, Azgad, and Bebai, represent the leaders of the people who signed the covenant to obey God's laws, as seen in Nehemiah 10:1-27, similar to the covenant made in Exodus 24:7-8 and Deuteronomy 29:10-15.
Why are these specific names included in the Bible?
These names are included to provide a historical record of those who made a commitment to follow God, as seen in Nehemiah 10:28-39, and to serve as a reminder of the importance of accountability and community in the Christian life, as emphasized in Hebrews 10:24-25.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of Nehemiah?
This verse is part of a larger list of names in Nehemiah 10:1-27, which highlights the unity and cooperation among the Israelites as they work to rebuild Jerusalem and restore their covenant with God, as commanded in Nehemiah 1:3 and Ezra 1:1-4.
What can we learn from the example of these leaders in Nehemiah 10:15?
We can learn the importance of leadership, accountability, and community in the Christian life, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 and Ephesians 4:1-16, and strive to follow their example by making a commitment to obey God's laws and live a life of faith and obedience, as encouraged in Matthew 22:37-40 and Romans 12:1-2.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to make a covenant with God, and how can I apply this concept to my own life?
- How can I, like the leaders in Nehemiah 10:15, demonstrate my commitment to following God's laws and living a life of faith and obedience?
- What role does community and accountability play in my spiritual growth, and how can I cultivate these elements in my own life?
- In what ways can I, like the Israelites in Nehemiah, work together with others to build up the body of Christ and advance God's kingdom?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 10:15
[See comments on Ne 10:1].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 10:15
Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 10:15
3–8, Priests: 9–13, Levites: 14–28, Chiefs of the peopleThe 21 names here given are those of the priestly houses. The list of Neh 12:1-3 agrees with it in 16 names. The number 21 is peculiar; in chap. 12 the number is larger by one. In Ezra 2, Nehemiah 7, only four priestly houses are recorded, viz. Jedaiah, Immer, Pashur and Harim, as having returned with Zerubbabel. Pashur is mentioned in Nehemiah 10:3; Harim in Nehemiah 10:5. The other priestly families had either developed themselves out of these first four, or had arrived from time to time from Babylon. That 21 and not 24 are recorded, is noteworthy. Various conjectures have been hazarded, e.g. that names have dropped out from the text, or that three of the priestly tribes refused to sign the document, or that the complete list of priestly houses has not yet been reorganised. Seraiah’s name is given first.
To his family belonged both Eliashib the high-priest and Ezra the scribe. The absence of their names does not therefore deserve the importance which some commentators have given to it. A single signature for the whole house may have been affixed by Eliashib or by Ezra or by some other distinguished person of the same house. We have no reason to look for the names of individual priests among the names of the priestly houses.
Sermons on Nehemiah 10:15
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The Coming Revival of Truth by Timothy Williams | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal testimony of falling in love with the Lord and His Word after being born again. He emphasizes the importance of guarding this passion |