Nehemiah 10:6
Nehemiah 10:6 in Multiple Translations
Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,
Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,
Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,
Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,
Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,
Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,
Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,
Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,
Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,
Daniel, Genthon, Baruch,
Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,
Berean Amplified Bible — Nehemiah 10:6
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Nehemiah 10:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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חָרִ֥ם
מְרֵמ֖וֹת
עֹֽבַדְיָֽה
חָרִ֥ם
Chârim
H2766
Harim
N-proper
מְרֵמ֖וֹת
Mᵉrêmôwth
H4822
Meremoth
N-proper
עֹֽבַדְיָֽה
ʻÔbadyâh
H5662
Obadiah
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 10:6
חָרִ֥ם
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.
מְרֵמ֖וֹת
Mᵉrêmôwth
H4822
"Meremoth"
N-proper
Meremoth was a priest who helped rebuild Jerusalem's wall and served in the temple during the time of Ezra and Nehemiah. His name means 'elevations' and he is mentioned in Ezra 10:36.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.36 § Meremoth = "elevations" 1) a priest, son of Uriah of the family of Koz active in rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem and in the 7th course of temple service in the time of Ezra and Nehemiah 2) a priest in the time of Zerubbabel 3) a returning exile of the family of Bani who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Meremoth. See also: Ezra 8:33; Nehemiah 3:21; Nehemiah 12:3.
עֹֽבַדְיָֽה
ʻÔbadyâh
H5662
"Obadiah"
N-proper
Obadiah was a prophet who wrote one of the minor prophetic books, prophesying against Edom during the time of Exile and Return. His name means servant of Jehovah, and he is also the name of several other Israelites.
Definition: A prophet living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Oba.1.1 § Obadiah = "servant of Jehovah" 1) the 4th of the 12 minor prophets; nothing personal is known of him but it is probable that he was contemporary with Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Daniel 1a) the prophetic book by him; prophesies against Edom 2) father of Ishmaiah, one of the chiefs of Zebulun in the time of David 3) a Merarite Levite overseer of the work of restoring the temple in the time of king Josiah of Judah 4) chief of the household of king Ahab of Israel; an devout worshipper of Jehovah who at risk to his own life hid over 100 prophets during the persecution of Jezebel 5) a descendant of David 6) a chief of the tribe of Issachar 7) a Benjamite, one of the 6 sons of Azel and a descendant of king Saul 8) a Levite, son of Shemaiah and a descendant of Jeduthun 9) a Gadite chief, the 2nd of the lion-faced Gadites who joined David at Ziklag 10) a prince of Judah in the time of king Jehoshaphat of Judah 11) a priest, son of Jehiel of the sons of Joab who returned from exile with Ezra 12) a gatekeeper in the time of Nehemiah 13) one of the men who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah 13a) perhaps the same as 12
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: Obadiah. See also: 1 Kings 18:3; 1 Chronicles 9:16; Obadiah 1:1.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 10:6
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Context — Signers of the Covenant
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nehemiah 12:4 | Iddo, Ginnethon, Abijah, |
| 2 | Nehemiah 3:20 | Next to him, Baruch son of Zabbai diligently repaired another section, from the angle to the doorway of the house of Eliashib the high priest. |
Nehemiah 10:6 Summary
Nehemiah 10:6 lists the names of Daniel, Ginnethon, and Baruch, who were likely priests or leaders in the community. They publicly declared their commitment to follow God's laws, just like the Israelites did in Deuteronomy 29:10-15. This verse reminds us that our faith should be visible and public, as Jesus taught in Matthew 10:32-33. By following their example, we can demonstrate our devotion to God and live according to His will, as seen in Psalm 119:30-32.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were Daniel, Ginnethon, and Baruch in Nehemiah 10:6?
Daniel, Ginnethon, and Baruch were likely priests or leaders in the community who signed the covenant to obey God's laws, as mentioned in Nehemiah 10:1-39, similar to the leaders who signed the covenant in Nehemiah 9:38.
What is the significance of listing names in Nehemiah 10:6?
The listing of names in Nehemiah 10:6 serves as a public declaration of commitment to follow God's laws, as seen in Deuteronomy 29:10-15, where the Israelites also made a public covenant with God.
How does Nehemiah 10:6 relate to the rest of the chapter?
Nehemiah 10:6 is part of a larger list of names in Nehemiah 10:1-27, which records the leaders who signed the covenant to obey God's laws and separate themselves from foreign influences, as commanded in Ezra 10:11 and Nehemiah 9:2.
What can we learn from the examples of Daniel, Ginnethon, and Baruch?
We can learn from their example of publicly declaring their commitment to follow God's laws, as seen in Matthew 10:32-33, where Jesus teaches that confessing Him before men is essential for our faith.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to publicly declare our commitment to follow God's laws, and how can we apply this principle in our own lives?
- How can we, like Daniel, Ginnethon, and Baruch, demonstrate our devotion to God through our actions and decisions?
- What are some ways we can separate ourselves from worldly influences and focus on our relationship with God, as seen in Nehemiah 10:28-39?
- How can we, as a community, support one another in our commitment to follow God's laws and live according to His will?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 10:6
[See comments on Ne 10:1].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 10:6
Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 10:6
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.