Nehemiah 12:15
Nehemiah 12:15 in Multiple Translations
of Harim, Adna; of Meraioth, Helkai;
Of Harim, Adna; of Meraioth, Helkai;
of Harim, Adna; of Meraioth, Helkai;
Of Harim, Adna; of Meraioth, Helkai;
of Harim, Adna; of Meraioth, Helkai;
Vnder Harim, Adna, vnder Maraioth, Helkai,
of Harim, Adna; of Meraioth, Helkai;
of Harim, Adna; of Meraioth, Helkai;
Of Harim, Adna; of Meraioth, Helkai;
Of Haram, Edna: of Maraioth, Helci:
Adna, from the clan of Harim; Helkai, from the clan of Meremoth/Maraioth;
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Nehemiah 12:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לְ/חָרִ֣ם
עַדְנָ֔א
לִ/מְרָי֖וֹת
חֶלְקָֽי
לְ/חָרִ֣ם
Chârim
H2766
Harim
Prep | N-proper
עַדְנָ֔א
ʻAdnâʼ
H5733
Adna
N-proper
לִ/מְרָי֖וֹת
Mᵉrâyôwth
H4812
Meraioth
Prep | N-proper
חֶלְקָֽי
Chelqay
H2517
Helkai
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 12:15
לְ/חָרִ֣ם
Chârim
H2766
"Harim"
Prep | 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.
עַדְנָ֔א
ʻAdnâʼ
H5733
"Adna"
N-proper
Adna is the name of two Israelites, one who returned with Ezra and another who was a priest. The name means rest or pleasure, and these men lived during the time of Exile and Return.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.15 § Adna = "rest" or "pleasure" 1) one of the family of Pahath-moab who returned with Ezra and married a foreign wife 2) a priest, descendant of Harim in the days of Joiakim, the son of Jeshua
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Adna. See also: Ezra 10:30; Nehemiah 12:15.
לִ/מְרָי֖וֹת
Mᵉrâyôwth
H4812
"Meraioth"
Prep | N-proper
Meraioth means rebellious and refers to two Israelites, one the grandfather of Ahitub and another the son of Ahitub and father of Zadok. Both are descendants of Eleazar, son of Aaron. Meraioth is also an alternate name for Meremoth. They lived during the time of Exile and Return.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.8.33; son of: Uriah (H0223H); also called Meraioth at Neh.12.15; Another name of me.re.mot (מְרֵמוֹת "Meremoth" H4822G) § Meraioth = "rebellious" 1) grandfather of Ahitub, descendant of Eleazar the son of Aaron, and the head of a priestly house 2) son of Ahitub, father of Zadok, descendant of Eleazar the son of Aaron, and the head of a priestly house 3) head of a family of priests represented by Helkai in the time of Joiakim, the son of Jeshua
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Meraioth. See also: 1 Chronicles 5:32; 1 Chronicles 9:11; Nehemiah 12:15.
חֶלְקָֽי
Chelqay
H2517
"Helkai"
N-proper
Helkai was an Israelite living during the Exile and Return, mentioned in Nehemiah 12:15 as a chief of a priestly family. His name means my portion is Jehovah. He was a leader in the time of Joiakim.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.15 § Helkai = "my portion is Jehovah" chief of Meremoth's priestly family in the time of Joiakim
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Helkai. See also: Nehemiah 12:15.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 12:15
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Context — The Priests and Levites Who Returned
Nehemiah 12:15 Summary
Nehemiah 12:15 lists the names of several leaders, including Adna and Helkai, who were likely involved in the restoration of Jerusalem. This verse reminds us that God values individual lives and contributions, as seen in Psalm 139:17-18, and that we all have a role to play in the kingdom of God. Just as these leaders dedicated themselves to the service of God and His people, we can also dedicate ourselves to serving others and living for God's glory, as encouraged in Matthew 22:37-40 and 1 Corinthians 10:31. By recognizing the importance of our own roles, we can live with purpose and meaning, knowing that our contributions are valued by God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the names listed in Nehemiah 12:15?
The names listed in Nehemiah 12:15, such as Adna and Helkai, are likely priests or leaders who played a role in the restoration of Jerusalem, as seen in Nehemiah 12:1-7, and their inclusion here may indicate their involvement in the dedication of the wall, as mentioned in Nehemiah 12:27-43, which is reminiscent of the dedication of the temple in 1 Kings 8:1-66.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of Nehemiah?
Nehemiah 12:15 is part of a larger list of names in Nehemiah 12:1-26, which serves as a reminder of the importance of community and leadership in the reconstruction of Jerusalem, as emphasized in Nehemiah 2:17-18 and Nehemiah 4:6.
What can we learn from the fact that these names are recorded in Scripture?
The inclusion of these names in Scripture, as seen in Nehemiah 12:15, highlights the value that God places on individual lives and contributions, as noted in Psalm 139:17-18 and Matthew 10:30, and encourages us to recognize the importance of our own roles in the kingdom of God.
How does this verse reflect the themes of restoration and renewal in Nehemiah?
The listing of names in Nehemiah 12:15, including Adna and Helkai, contributes to the overall theme of restoration and renewal in the book of Nehemiah, as seen in Nehemiah 2:17-18 and Nehemiah 12:27-43, which is also reflected in other biblical accounts of restoration, such as Isaiah 61:4 and Ezekiel 36:33-36.
Reflection Questions
- What does the inclusion of these names in Scripture reveal about God's heart for His people, and how can I apply this to my own life?
- How can I, like Adna and Helkai, contribute to the restoration and renewal of my community, and what role can I play in the kingdom of God?
- What does the fact that these names are recorded in Scripture say about the value of my own life and contributions, and how can I live in light of this truth?
- In what ways can I, like the leaders listed in Nehemiah 12:15, dedicate myself to the service of God and His people, and what sacrifices might I need to make to do so?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 12:15
[See comments on Ne 12:12].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 12:15
Of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan; No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 12:15
(12-26) List of representatives of Zerubbabel’s priests in the days of Joiakim; to which is added an account of the Levites in his day. Between these there is an interpolation (Nehemiah 12:22-23).