Nehemiah 10:28
Nehemiah 10:28 in Multiple Translations
“The rest of the people—the priests, Levites, gatekeepers, singers, temple servants, and all who had separated themselves from the people of the land to obey the Law of God—along with their wives and all their sons and daughters who are able to understand,
¶ And the rest of the people, the priests, the Levites, the porters, the singers, the Nethinims, and all they that had separated themselves from the people of the lands unto the law of God, their wives, their sons, and their daughters, every one having knowledge, and having understanding;
And the rest of the people, the priests, the Levites, the porters, the singers, the Nethinim, and all they that had separated themselves from the peoples of the lands unto the law of God, their wives, their sons, and their daughters, every one that had knowledge, and understanding;
And the rest of the people, the priests, the Levites, the door-keepers, the music-makers, the Nethinim, and all those who had made themselves separate from the peoples of the lands, to keep the law of God, their wives, their sons, and their daughters, everyone who had knowledge and wisdom;
The rest of the people, including the priests, Levites, gatekeepers, singers, and Temple servants, and everyone who had separated themselves from the people of the land to keep the Law of God, as well as their wives and all their sons and daughters who were old enough to understand,
And the rest of the people, the Priestes, the Leuites, the porters, the singers, the Nethinims, and all that were separated from the people of the landes vnto the Lawe of God, their wiues, their sonnes, and their daughters, all that coulde vnderstande.
And the rest of the people, the priests, the Levites, the gatekeepers, the singers, the Nethinim, and every one who hath been separated from the peoples of the lands unto the law of God, their wives, their sons, and their daughters, every knowing intelligent one,
The rest of the people, the priests, the Levites, the gatekeepers, the singers, the temple servants, and all those who had separated themselves from the peoples of the lands to the law of God, their wives, their sons, and their daughters—everyone who had knowledge and understanding—
And the rest of the people, the priests, the Levites, the porters, the singers, the Nethinims, and all they that had separated themselves from the people of the lands to the law of God, their wives, their sons, and their daughters, every one having knowledge, and having understanding;
And the rest of the people, priests, Levites, porters, and singing men, Nathinites, and all that had separated themselves from the people of the lands to the law of God, their wives, their sons, and their daughters.
Then the rest of the people also made a solemn agreement. The people who did it included priests, temple gatekeepers, singers, and temple workers. They also included all the men from other countries who had separated themselves from the other foreigners living in Israel. These men, along with their wives, their sons and daughters who were old enough to understand what they were doing, were people who wanted to obey God’s laws.
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Nehemiah 10:28 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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מַלּ֥וּךְ
חָרִ֖ם
בַּעֲנָֽה
מַלּ֥וּךְ
Mallûwk
H4409
Malluch
N-proper
חָרִ֖ם
Chârim
H2766
Harim
N-proper
בַּעֲנָֽה
Baʻănâh
H1196
Baanah
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 10:28
מַלּ֥וּךְ
Mallûwk
H4409
"Malluch"
N-proper
Malluch was a priest who returned to Jerusalem with Zerubbabel after the exile. He is mentioned in the books of Nehemiah. His name means 'counsellor'.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Neh.10.4; also called Mallichi (Qere, KJV: Melicu; NIV: Malluk) at Neh.12.14; Also named: me.li.khu (מְלִיכוּ "Mallichi" H4409B) § Malluch or Melicu = "counsellor" a priest who returned from exile with Zerubbabel
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Malluch, Melichu (from the margin). See also: 1 Chronicles 6:29; Nehemiah 10:5; Nehemiah 12:14.
חָרִ֖ם
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.
בַּעֲנָֽה
Baʻănâh
H1196
"Baanah"
N-proper
Baanah means in affliction and refers to several Israelites, including a Benjamite who murdered Ish-bosheth and was killed by David, and a Netophathite who was a father of one of David's warriors.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.10.27 § Baana or Baanah = "in affliction" 1) a Benjamite, son Rimmon, who with his brother Rechab murdered Ish-bosheth. For this, killed by David, mutilated bodies hung up over the pool at Hebron 2) a Netophathite, father of Heleb or Heled, one of David's mighty warriors 3) the head of a family of exiles returning with Zerubbabel 4) a chief of the people
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Baanah. See also: 2 Samuel 4:2; 2 Samuel 23:29; Nehemiah 10:28.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 10:28
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- Context
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- Nehemiah 10:28 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 10:28
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 10:28
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Nehemiah 10:28
- Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 10:28
- Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 10:28
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 10:28
- Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 10:28
- Whedon's Commentary on Nehemiah 10:28
- Sermons on Nehemiah 10:28
Context — The Vows of the Covenant
26Ahijah, Hanan, Anan,
27Malluch, Harim, and Baanah.
28“The rest of the people—the priests, Levites, gatekeepers, singers, temple servants, and all who had separated themselves from the people of the land to obey the Law of God—along with their wives and all their sons and daughters who are able to understand,
29hereby join with their noble brothers and commit themselves with a sworn oath to follow the Law of God given through His servant Moses and to obey carefully all the commandments, ordinances, and statutes of the LORD our Lord. 30We will not give our daughters in marriage to the people of the land, and we will not take their daughters for our sons.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Nehemiah 9:2 | Those of Israelite descent separated themselves from all the foreigners, and they stood and confessed their sins and the iniquities of their fathers. |
| 2 | 2 Corinthians 6:14–17 | Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership can righteousness have with wickedness? Or what fellowship does light have with darkness? What harmony is there between Christ and Belial? Or what does a believer have in common with an unbeliever? What agreement can exist between the temple of God and idols? For we are the temple of the living God. As God has said: “I will dwell with them and walk among them, and I will be their God, and they will be My people.” “Therefore come out from among them and be separate, says the Lord. Touch no unclean thing, and I will receive you.” |
| 3 | Jeremiah 4:2 | and if you can swear, ‘As surely as the LORD lives,’ in truth, in justice, and in righteousness, then the nations will be blessed by Him, and in Him they will glory.” |
| 4 | Ezra 9:1–2 | After these things had been accomplished, the leaders approached me and said, “The people of Israel, including the priests and Levites, have not kept themselves separate from the surrounding peoples whose abominations are like those of the Canaanites, Hittites, Perizzites, Jebusites, Ammonites, Moabites, Egyptians, and Amorites. Indeed, the Israelites have taken some of their daughters as wives for themselves and their sons, so that the holy seed has been mixed with the people of the land. And the leaders and officials have taken the lead in this unfaithfulness!” |
| 5 | Nehemiah 8:2 | On the first day of the seventh month, Ezra the priest brought the Law before the assembly of men and women and all who could listen and understand. |
| 6 | Psalms 47:7 | For God is King of all the earth; sing profound praises to Him. |
| 7 | Ecclesiastes 5:2 | Do not be quick to speak, and do not be hasty in your heart to utter a word before God. After all, God is in heaven and you are on earth. So let your words be few. |
| 8 | Ezra 2:36–54 | The priests: The descendants of Jedaiah (through the house of Jeshua), 973; the descendants of Immer, 1,052; the descendants of Pashhur, 1,247; and the descendants of Harim, 1,017. The Levites: the descendants of Jeshua and Kadmiel (through the line of Hodaviah ), 74. The singers: the descendants of Asaph, 128. The gatekeepers: the descendants of Shallum, the descendants of Ater, the descendants of Talmon, the descendants of Akkub, the descendants of Hatita, and the descendants of Shobai, 139 in all. The temple servants: the descendants of Ziha, the descendants of Hasupha, the descendants of Tabbaoth, the descendants of Keros, the descendants of Siaha, the descendants of Padon, the descendants of Lebanah, the descendants of Hagabah, the descendants of Akkub, the descendants of Hagab, the descendants of Shalmai, the descendants of Hanan, the descendants of Giddel, the descendants of Gahar, the descendants of Reaiah, the descendants of Rezin, the descendants of Nekoda, the descendants of Gazzam, the descendants of Uzza, the descendants of Paseah, the descendants of Besai, the descendants of Asnah, the descendants of Meunim, the descendants of Nephusim, the descendants of Bakbuk, the descendants of Hakupha, the descendants of Harhur, the descendants of Bazluth, the descendants of Mehida, the descendants of Harsha, the descendants of Barkos, the descendants of Sisera, the descendants of Temah, the descendants of Neziah, and the descendants of Hatipha. |
| 9 | Nehemiah 13:3 | As soon as the people heard this law, they excluded from Israel all of foreign descent. |
| 10 | Ezra 2:70 | So the priests, the Levites, the singers, the gatekeepers, and the temple servants, along with some of the people, settled in their own towns; and the rest of the Israelites settled in their towns. |
Nehemiah 10:28 Summary
Nehemiah 10:28 is talking about a group of people who are committed to following God's laws and separating themselves from the sinful practices of the world around them. This includes not just the leaders and priests, but also their wives and children who are old enough to understand. As seen in Deuteronomy 6:4-9, this is an important part of being a follower of God, and it requires a commitment to teach our children about God's laws and covenant. By following God's laws and being separate from the world, we can show our love and commitment to Him, just like the Israelites did in Nehemiah 10:28-30.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the people mentioned in Nehemiah 10:28?
The people mentioned in Nehemiah 10:28 include the priests, Levites, gatekeepers, singers, temple servants, and all who had separated themselves from the people of the land to obey the Law of God, along with their wives and children who are able to understand, as seen in the context of Nehemiah 10:28 and supported by Ezra 10:5 and Nehemiah 9:2.
What does it mean to 'separate themselves from the people of the land'?
To separate themselves from the people of the land means to set themselves apart from the worldly and sinful practices of the people around them, and to commit to following the Law of God, as seen in Ezra 6:21 and Nehemiah 13:3.
Why is it important that the sons and daughters are able to understand?
It is important that the sons and daughters are able to understand because it implies that they are old enough to comprehend the covenant and commit to it, much like in Deuteronomy 29:10-13 where the whole community, including children, are included in the covenant.
How does this relate to the concept of family in the Bible?
This verse highlights the importance of family in the Bible, as seen in Psalm 78:4-7, where parents are responsible for teaching their children about God's laws and covenant, and the whole family is involved in the covenant and commitment to follow God.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can 'separate myself from the people of the land' in my own life, and how can I commit to following God's laws?
- How can I, like the priests and Levites, use my role and position to serve God and His people?
- What are some ways that I can teach my own children about God's laws and covenant, and how can I ensure that they understand and commit to following Him?
- In what ways can I, like the temple servants, use my daily life and work to serve God and His people?
- How can I balance my commitment to God with my relationships with those who do not share my faith, as seen in 1 Corinthians 5:9-10?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 10:28
And the rest of the people,.... That did not sign and seal: the priests, the Levites, the porters, the singers, the Nethinims; the porters and singers were Levites; but those so called were such as
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 10:28
And the rest of the people, the priests, the Levites, the porters, the singers, the Nethinims, and all they that had separated themselves from the people of the lands unto the law of God, their
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Nehemiah 10:28
The rest of the people; those who did not write and seal with their own hands, but only by their deputies above-mentioned.
Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 10:28
Nehemiah 10:28 And the rest of the people, the priests, the Levites, the porters, the singers, the Nethinims, and all they that had separated themselves from the people of the lands unto the law of God, their wives, their sons, and their daughters, every one having knowledge, and having understanding;Ver. 28. That had separated themselves] In St Paul’ s sense, 2 Corinthians 6:17, "Come out from among them, and be ye separate," &c., from such stand off; stand up from the dead; save yourselves from this untoward generation, shun their sins, lest ye share in their plagues. These holy separates, or proselytes, sealed the covenant, and became free denizens of the commonwealth of Israel; having right to all God’ s ordinances, Exodus 12:48. Such were Araunah, the Jebusite, 2 Samuel 24:18-25; Jether, the Ishmaelite, 1 Chronicles 7:17, with 2 Samuel 17:25; those, Acts 2:10; the Jews called them Advenas Iustitiae. Newcomers of justice. Diodati interpreteth this text of such Jews as were come again out of Babylon, to serve the Lord, according to his law. Others of such as had separated themselves from their heathen wives and children. Their wives, their sons, and their daughters] These also were then, and still may be, covenanters, as partakers of the benefit, 1 Timothy 6:2 and heirs together of the grace of life, 1 Peter 3:7. Every one having knowledge] Of their own misery by sin, and of the great mystery of godliness.
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 10:28
(28-39) The points of the covenant.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 10:28
Verse 28. And the rest of the people] All had, in one or other of the classes which sealed, their representatives; and by their sealing they considered themselves bound.
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 10:28
28. And the rest of the people] This may be understood in two different ways: (a) according to some it denotes the mass of the laity, as distinguished from their princes and elders, like ‘the people’ (Nehemiah 10:35), ‘the residue of Israel’ (Nehemiah 11:20), and ‘Israel’ (1 Chronicles 9:2); (b) according to others under this head are included the various classes of the community mentioned in the present verse, but distinct from the representative names which have occupied the previous lists. It is not another group, but stands at the head of the verse in apposition to the groups to be mentioned. ‘The priests’ are the individual members of the great houses whose representatives had taken part ‘in the sealing.’ So also the subordinate religious orders, who are here divided into their classes of (a) Levites proper, (b) porters, (c) singers, (d) Nethinim. With the last name we should also probably associate ‘the servants of Solomon,’ Nehemiah 7:57; Ezra 2:43-54. Nethinims] R.V. Nethinim.all they that had separated themselves] See note on Ezra 6:21. By this class are probably intended Jews who had not gone into exile, but, having either in foreign lands or in Palestine been faithless to their religion, had since separated themselves from idolatry. Another explanation, which has some support from the words ‘from the peoples of the lands,’ understands by this expression ‘proselytes who had attached themselves to the Jewish faith.’ from the people (R.V. peoples) of the lands unto the law of God] The antithesis is striking. Not ‘from the peoples of the lands to the people of Israel,’ but ‘from the peoples of the land,’ who were identified with abomination and filthiness (Ezra 6:21), to ‘the law of God,’ which was the one standard of the claim to be a true Israelite. having knowledge, and having understanding] R.V. that had knowledge and understanding. See note on Nehemiah 8:2-3; i.e. all of age and intelligence to know and understand the law.
Vulg. ‘omnes qui poterant sapere.’ their brethren, their nobles] i.e. the representatives of the great families who subscribed to the sealing of the Covenant. The people warmly supported them. a curse … an oath] The ‘curse’ is the penalty which they invoked if they were faithless to the Covenant; the ‘oath’ is the solemn obligation of a duty which they vowed to perform. For the phrase ‘enter into an oath,’ cf. Deuteronomy 29:12 ‘that thou shouldest enter into the Covenant of the Lord thy God and into his oath.’ to walk in God’s law, &c.] Compare the similar terms of the Covenant in Josiah’s reign, 2 Kings 23:3. the Lord our Lord] i.e. Jahveh (= Jehovah) our Lord.
Whedon's Commentary on Nehemiah 10:28
OATH OF THE PEOPLE TO KEEP THE LAW, Nehemiah 10:28-31. 28. The rest of the people — Those represented by the heads of the nation who had sealed the covenant.
Sermons on Nehemiah 10:28
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Greenwood Hills Conference 1989-04 Nehemiah 6 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of confessing our sins as a road to revival. He encourages the audience to approach their ministries with renewed zeal and de |
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The Law of Separation by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the pastor shares a personal experience of God speaking to him on a boat in Florida, promising to supply everything the church and his family would need if they led |
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Nehemiah 9 by Robert F. Adcock | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the importance of preparing one's heart to receive God's word. The speaker emphasizes the need for gratitude and acknowledges the ingratitud |
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The Seed of Israel Separated Themselves. by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the necessity of separation in the life of believers, drawing parallels from the creation story where God distinguished light from darkness and land from sea. |
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Do Not Be Content With the Ordinary by Derek Melton | Derek Melton preaches about the urgent need for the Church to separate itself from worldly influences and confess its sins before God, following the example of the Israelites in Ne |
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Evidence of Revival by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes that true revival is evidenced by a deep desire to hear and obey God's Word, as demonstrated by the people in Nehemiah's time who eagerly listened to Ezr |
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The Best, Not the Good by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of making choices in life between the bad, the good, and the best. He highlights the danger of settling for the good when we c |