Nehemiah 12:19
Nehemiah 12:19 in Multiple Translations
of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;
And of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;
and of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;
And of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;
of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;
Vnder Ioiarib, Mattenai, vnder Iedaiah, Vzzi,
and of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;
of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;
And of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;
Of Joiarib, Mathanai: of Jodaia, Azzi:
Mattenai, from the clan of Joiarib; Uzzi, from the clan of Jedaiah;
Berean Amplified Bible — Nehemiah 12:19
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Nehemiah 12:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/לְ/יוֹיָרִ֣יב
מַתְּנַ֔י
לִֽ/ידַֽעְיָ֖ה
עֻזִּֽי
וּ/לְ/יוֹיָרִ֣יב
Yôwyârîyb
H3114
Joiarib
Conj | Prep | N-proper
מַתְּנַ֔י
Mattᵉnay
H4982
Mattenai
N-proper
לִֽ/ידַֽעְיָ֖ה
Yᵉdaʻyâh
H3048
Jedaiah
Prep | N-proper
עֻזִּֽי
ʻUzzîy
H5813
Uzzi
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 12:19
וּ/לְ/יוֹיָרִ֣יב
Yôwyârîyb
H3114
"Joiarib"
Conj | Prep | N-proper
Joiarib means 'Jehovah contends' and was the name of several Israelites, including a priest and a teacher in the time of Ezra and Nehemiah.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.11.5; son of: Zechariah (H2148W); father of: Adaiah (H5718M) § Joiarib = "Jehovah contends" 1) the head of the 1st of the 24 courses of priests in David's time 2) a teacher in the time of Ezra 3) a Judaite in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Joiarib. See also: Ezra 8:16; Nehemiah 11:10; Nehemiah 12:19.
מַתְּנַ֔י
Mattᵉnay
H4982
"Mattenai"
N-proper
Mattenai was the name of three Israelites, including a priest and two men who had foreign wives during the time of Ezra. The name Mattenai means gift of Jehovah, and these men are mentioned in Nehemiah 12:19 and Ezra.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.19 § Mattenai = "gift of Jehovah" 1) a priest, son of Joiarib, in the time of Joiakim 2) an Israelite who had and put away his foreign wife in the time of Ezra 3) another Israelite who had and put away his foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Mattenai. See also: Ezra 10:33; Ezra 10:37; Nehemiah 12:19.
לִֽ/ידַֽעְיָ֖ה
Yᵉdaʻyâh
H3048
"Jedaiah"
Prep | N-proper
Jedaiah means Jehovah has known, referring to several Israelites, including a priest and a ruler, in the Bible, such as in Zechariah 6:10. Jedaiah lived during the Exile and Return. He is mentioned as a post-exilic priest and a man who returned with Zerubbabel.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Zec.6.10 § Jedaiah = "Jehovah has known" 1) a priest in Jerusalem 2) a man who returned with Zerubbabel 3) a ruler of the priests in the days of Jeshua 4) a post exilic priest 5) one honoured by Jehovah, perhaps one of the above
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: Jedaiah. See also: 1 Chronicles 9:10; Nehemiah 12:6; Zechariah 6:14.
עֻזִּֽי
ʻUzzîy
H5813
"Uzzi"
N-proper
Uzzi was a Levite and son of Bukki, mentioned in Nehemiah 12:42. His name means strong, and he was part of the high priest line but never held the position himself.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.42 § Uzzi = "strong" 1) a Levite, son of Bukki and father of Zerahiah in the line of the high priest although apparently never high priest himself 2) son of Tola and grandson of Issachar 3) a Benjamite, son of Bela and head of a family of Benjamin 4) son of Michri and father of Elah and an ancestor of a family of returned exiles settling in Jerusalem. Maybe same as 3 5) a Levite, son of Bani, and an overseer of the Levites in Jerusalem in the time of Nehemiah 6) a priest, chief of the father's house of Jedaiah, in the time of Joiakim the high priest 7) one of the priests who helped Ezra in the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem. Maybe same as 6
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: Uzzi. See also: 1 Chronicles 5:31; 1 Chronicles 7:7; Nehemiah 12:42.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 12:19
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Context — The Priests and Levites Who Returned
Nehemiah 12:19 Summary
[This verse lists the names of some priests and leaders who served during the time of Nehemiah, including Mattenai and Uzzi. These men were part of a larger group of leaders who were responsible for various tasks and divisions within the temple, as seen in Nehemiah 12:1-7 and 1 Chronicles 24:1-19. Just like these leaders, we can serve God and His people with faithfulness and integrity, as seen in Proverbs 10:9 and 2 Corinthians 1:12. By following their example, we can demonstrate our love and commitment to God, as seen in Deuteronomy 6:5 and Matthew 22:37.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the names listed in Nehemiah 12:19?
The names listed in Nehemiah 12:19, such as Mattenai and Uzzi, are likely priests or leaders who were responsible for various tasks or divisions within the temple, as seen in Nehemiah 12:1-7 and 1 Chronicles 24:1-19.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter?
Nehemiah 12:19 is part of a larger list of names and divisions in Nehemiah 12:1-26, which highlights the organization and leadership of the priests and Levites during the time of Nehemiah, similar to the lists found in Numbers 3:1-10 and 1 Chronicles 6:1-15.
What can we learn from the specific pairing of Joiarib and Mattenai, or Jedaiah and Uzzi?
The pairing of these names may indicate a specific role or responsibility, such as a father-son relationship or a partnership in ministry, as seen in 2 Timothy 2:2, where Paul mentors Timothy and other leaders.
Why are these specific names included in the Bible?
These names are included in the Bible to provide a historical record of the priests and leaders who served during the time of Nehemiah, and to demonstrate God's faithfulness to His people, as seen in Psalm 106:1 and Malachi 3:16-17.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's attention to detail and care for His people?
- How do the names and divisions listed in this verse reflect the importance of community and teamwork in ministry?
- In what ways can I, like Mattenai and Uzzi, serve God and His people with faithfulness and integrity, as seen in Proverbs 10:9 and 2 Corinthians 1:12?
- What can I learn from the example of Joiarib and Jedaiah about leadership and partnership in ministry, as seen in Exodus 18:13-27 and Acts 13:1-3?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 12:19
[See comments on Ne 12:12].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 12:19
Of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan; No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 12:19
(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).