Nehemiah 12:14
Nehemiah 12:14 in Multiple Translations
of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;
Of Melicu, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;
of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;
Of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;
of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;
Vnder Melicu, Ionathan, vnder Shebaniah, Ioseph,
of Melicu, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;
of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;
Of Melicu, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;
Of Milicho, Jonathan: of Sebenia, Joseph:
Jonathan, from the clan of Malluch; Joseph, from the clan of Shecaniah;
Berean Amplified Bible — Nehemiah 12:14
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Nehemiah 12:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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ל/מלוכי
לִ/מְלִ֨יכוּ֙
יֽוֹנָתָ֔ן
לִ/שְׁבַנְיָ֖ה
יוֹסֵֽף
ל/מלוכי
Mallûwk
H4409
Malluch
Prep | N-proper
לִ/מְלִ֨יכוּ֙
Mallûwk
H4409
Malluch
Prep | N-proper
יֽוֹנָתָ֔ן
Yôwnâthân
H3129
Jonathan
N-proper
לִ/שְׁבַנְיָ֖ה
Shᵉbanyâh
H7645
Shebaniah
Prep | N-proper
יוֹסֵֽף
Yôwçêph
H3130
Joseph
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 12:14
ל/מלוכי
Mallûwk
H4409
"Malluch"
Prep | 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.
לִ/מְלִ֨יכוּ֙
Mallûwk
H4409
"Malluch"
Prep | 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.
יֽוֹנָתָ֔ן
Yôwnâthân
H3129
"Jonathan"
N-proper
Jonathan means Jehovah has given, a name shared by several Israelites, including King Saul's son and a friend of David. He was a key figure in 1 Samuel and a brave warrior. Jonathan's story is told in the books of Samuel.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.23.32; son of: Shammah (H8048I) Another spelling of ye.ho.na.tan (יְהוֹנָתָן "Jonathan" H3083J) § Jonathan or Jehonathan = "Jehovah has given" 1) a son of king Saul and a friend of David 2) a son of the high priest Abiathar and the last descendant of Eli of whom we hear 3) one of David's mighty warriors 4) a Levite and father of Zechariah, a priest who blew the trumpet at the dedication of the wall 5) a son of Kareah and a brother of Johanan; a Judaite captain after the fall of Jerusalem 6) another Judaite 7) father of Ebed in the time of Ezra 8) son of Asahel in the time of Ezra 9) a priest of the family of Melicu in the time of Nehemiah 10) son of Joiada and his successor to the high priesthood in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 36 OT verses. KJV: Jonathan. See also: Judges 18:30; 1 Samuel 14:42; Jeremiah 40:8.
לִ/שְׁבַנְיָ֖ה
Shᵉbanyâh
H7645
"Shebaniah"
Prep | N-proper
Shebaniah was a Levite and priest who lived during the Exile and Return, and sealed a covenant with Nehemiah in Nehemiah 10:12.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.10.12 § Shebaniah = "increased by Jehovah" 1) a Levite who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah 2) a priest who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah 3) a 2nd Levite who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah 4) a priest appointed by David to blow with the trumpets before the ark of God
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Shebaniah. See also: 1 Chronicles 15:24; Nehemiah 10:5; Nehemiah 12:14.
יוֹסֵֽף
Yôwçêph
H3130
"Joseph"
N-proper
Joseph means Jehovah has added, a name given to several Israelites, including the son of Jacob and Rachel. Joseph was a significant figure in the book of Genesis and the story of his brothers. He became a leader in Egypt.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.14 § Joseph = "Jehovah has added" 1) the eldest son of Jacob by Rachel 2) father of Igal, who represented the tribe of Issachar among the spies 3) a son of Asaph 4) a man who took a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 5) a priest of the family of Shebaniah in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 193 OT verses. KJV: Joseph. Compare H3084 (יְהוֹסֵף). See also: Genesis 30:24; Genesis 47:5; Psalms 77:16.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 12:14
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Context — The Priests and Levites Who Returned
12In the days of Joiakim, these were the heads of the priestly families: of the family of Seraiah, Meraiah; of Jeremiah, Hananiah;
13of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;
14of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;
15of Harim, Adna; of Meraioth, Helkai; 16of Iddo, Zechariah; of Ginnethon, Meshullam;Nehemiah 12:14 Summary
[This verse lists the heads of two priestly families, Malluchi and Shebaniah, who were responsible for leading their families in worship and spiritual matters, much like the leaders in Exodus 18:13-27. The fact that each family had a designated head emphasizes the importance of organization and spiritual leadership in the community of faith. By looking at the examples of Jonathan and Joseph, we can see the value of having strong, godly leaders who guide us in our walk with God, as also seen in Matthew 20:25-28. Just as the Israelites relied on their priests for guidance, we can look to our own spiritual leaders for support and encouragement as we seek to follow God's will for our lives.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the lists of priests in Nehemiah 12:1-7 and Nehemiah 12:12-21?
These lists provide a historical record of the priestly families who served during the time of Joiakim and Nehemiah, highlighting their importance in the restoration of Israel after the exile, as seen in Nehemiah 12:1-7 and Ezra 2:36-39.
Who were Malluchi and Shebaniah, and why are they mentioned in this verse?
Malluchi and Shebaniah were likely leaders of priestly families, and their mention in Nehemiah 12:14 indicates their role in the spiritual leadership of Israel during the post-exilic period, similar to the role of other leaders like Ezra and Nehemiah in Ezra 7:1-5 and Nehemiah 8:1-8.
What can we learn from the fact that each priestly family had a designated head, like Jonathan and Joseph in this verse?
The designation of specific leaders for each priestly family emphasizes the importance of organization, accountability, and spiritual leadership in the community of faith, as also seen in Exodus 18:13-27 and Acts 6:1-7.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of Nehemiah's rebuilding of Jerusalem?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of Nehemiah's efforts to restore the city and its worship, demonstrating the attention to detail and the emphasis on proper spiritual leadership that characterized his work, as described in Nehemiah 11:1-12:26 and Nehemiah 13:1-31.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about the importance of spiritual leadership in our own communities of faith?
- How can we apply the principles of organization and accountability seen in this verse to our own lives and ministries?
- What role do you think Jonathan and Joseph played in the spiritual lives of their families and the broader community, and what can we learn from their examples?
- In what ways can we support and pray for our own spiritual leaders, just as the people of Israel relied on their priests for guidance and worship?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 12:14
[See comments on Ne 12:12].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 12:14
Of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan; No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 12:14
(14) Melicu is the “Malluch” of Nehemiah 12:2, and Hattush is omitted. Other anomalies of this kind may be noticed, of which no account can now be given.
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 12:14
14. Melicu] R.V. Malluchi. Marg. ‘Another reading is, Melicu’. The K’thib gives Malluchi; the Q’ri Melicu. The LXX. reads Μαλούχ, the Vulgate ‘Milico.’