Nehemiah 12:7
Nehemiah 12:7 in Multiple Translations
Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, and Jedaiah. These were the leaders of the priests and their associates in the days of Jeshua.
Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, Jedaiah. These were the chief of the priests and of their brethren in the days of Jeshua.
Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, Jedaiah. These were the chiefs of the priests and of their brethren in the days of Jeshua.
Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, Jedaiah. These were the chiefs of the priests and of their brothers in the days of Jeshua.
Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, and Jedaiah. These were the leaders of the priests and their relatives in Jeshua's time.
Sallu, Amok, Hilkiiah, Iedaiah: these were the chiefe of the Priests, and of their brethren in the dayes of Ieshua.
Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, Jedaiah; these [are] heads of the priests and of their brethren in the days of Jeshua.
Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, and Jedaiah. These were the chiefs of the priests and of their brothers in the days of Jeshua.
Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, Jedaiah. These were the chief of the priests and of their brethren in the days of Jeshua.
Idaia. These were the chief of the priests, and of their brethren in the days of Josue.
Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, and Jedaiah. All those men were leaders of the priests during the time that Jeshua was the Supreme Priest.
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Nehemiah 12:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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סַלּ֣וּ
עָמ֔וֹק
חִלְקִיָּ֖ה
יְדַֽעְיָ֑ה
אֵ֣לֶּה
רָאשֵׁ֧י
הַ/כֹּהֲנִ֛ים
וַ/אֲחֵי/הֶ֖ם
בִּ/ימֵ֥י
יֵשֽׁוּעַ
סַלּ֣וּ
Çallûw
H5543
`valor`
N-proper
עָמ֔וֹק
ʻÂmôwq
H5987
Amok
N-proper
חִלְקִיָּ֖ה
Chilqîyâh
H2518
Hilkiah
N-proper
יְדַֽעְיָ֑ה
Yᵉdaʻyâh
H3048
Jedaiah
N-proper
אֵ֣לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
these
Pron
רָאשֵׁ֧י
rôʼsh
H7218
head
N-mp
הַ/כֹּהֲנִ֛ים
kôhên
H3548
priest
Art | N-mp
וַ/אֲחֵי/הֶ֖ם
ʼâch
H251
brother
Conj | N-mp | Suff
בִּ/ימֵ֥י
yôwm
H3117
day
Prep | N-mp
יֵשֽׁוּעַ
Yêshûwaʻ
H3442
Jeshua
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 12:7
סַלּ֣וּ
Çallûw
H5543
"`valor`"
N-proper
Sallu was a man who lived during the time of the Israelites' return from exile, mentioned in Nehemiah 11:7 as the son of Meshullam. His name means 'weighed' and he was a Benjamite, part of the tribe of Benjamin.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.11.8; also translated "valor"; § Sallu or Salu or Sallai = "weighed" a Benjamite
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Sallai, Sallu, Salu. See also: Numbers 25:14; Nehemiah 11:8; Nehemiah 12:20.
עָמ֔וֹק
ʻÂmôwq
H5987
"Amok"
N-proper
Amok was a priest who returned to Jerusalem with Zerubbabel after the exile. He is mentioned in the book of Nehemiah as part of the group that helped restore the city and its worship.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Neh.12.7 § Amok = "to be deep" a priest who returned with Zerubbabel
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Amok. See also: Nehemiah 12:7; Nehemiah 12:20.
חִלְקִיָּ֖ה
Chilqîyâh
H2518
"Hilkiah"
N-proper
Hilkiah was a significant Israelite with several roles, including high priest during Josiah's reign and father of Jeremiah. His name means my portion is Jehovah, reflecting his devotion to God.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Jer.1.1; brother of: Shallum (H7967R); father of: Jeremiah (H3414L) § Hilkiah = "my portion is Jehovah" 1) father of Eliakim, an officer of Hezekiah 2) high priest in the reign of Josiah 3) a Merarite Levite, son of Amzi 4) another Merarite Levite, 2nd son of Hosah 5) one of those who stood on the right of Ezra when he read the law and probably a Levite and a priest 6) a priest of Anathoth, father of the prophet Jeremiah 7) father of Gemariah who was one of Zedekiah's envoys to Babylon
Usage: Occurs in 31 OT verses. KJV: Hillkiah. See also: 2 Kings 18:18; 2 Chronicles 34:14; Isaiah 22:20.
יְדַֽעְיָ֑ה
Yᵉdaʻyâh
H3048
"Jedaiah"
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.
אֵ֣לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
"these"
Pron
This Hebrew word is used to point out specific people or things, like saying 'these' or 'those'. It appears in the book of Genesis, where God says 'let there be light' and separates the light from the darkness.
Definition: 1) these 1a) used before antecedent 1b) used following antecedent Aramaic equivalent: el.leh (אֵלֶּה "these" H0429)
Usage: Occurs in 697 OT verses. KJV: an-(the) other; one sort, so, some, such, them, these (same), they, this, those, thus, which, who(-m). See also: Genesis 2:4; Exodus 35:1; Deuteronomy 1:35.
רָאשֵׁ֧י
rôʼsh
H7218
"head"
N-mp
This Hebrew word means chief or prince, and is used to describe leaders in the Bible, such as in the book of 1 Samuel. It signifies a position of authority and importance.
Definition: : head 1) head, top, summit, upper part, chief, total, sum, height, front, beginning 1a) head (of man, animals) 1b) top, tip (of mountain) 1c) height (of stars) 1d) chief, head (of man, city, nation, place, family, priest) 1e) head, front, beginning 1f) chief, choicest, best 1g) head, division, company, band 1h) sum
Usage: Occurs in 547 OT verses. KJV: band, beginning, captain, chapiter, chief(-est place, man, things), company, end, [idiom] every (man), excellent, first, forefront, (be-)head, height, (on) high(-est part, (priest)), [idiom] lead, [idiom] poor, principal, ruler, sum, top. See also: Genesis 2:10; Numbers 17:18; 2 Samuel 4:7.
הַ/כֹּהֲנִ֛ים
kôhên
H3548
"priest"
Art | N-mp
In the Bible, a priest is a person who serves God and leads others in worship, like the Levitical priests in Exodus. They were responsible for making sacrifices and following God's laws. This term is also used to describe Jesus as a priest-king.
Definition: 1) priest, principal officer or chief ruler 1a) priest-king (Melchizedek, Messiah) 1b) pagan priests 1c) priests of Jehovah 1d) Levitical priests 1e) Zadokite priests 1f) Aaronic priests 1g) the high priest Aramaic equivalent: ka.hen (כָּהֵן "priest" H3549)
Usage: Occurs in 653 OT verses. KJV: chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer. See also: Genesis 14:18; Leviticus 13:33; Numbers 17:2.
וַ/אֲחֵי/הֶ֖ם
ʼâch
H251
"brother"
Conj | N-mp | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a brother or male sibling, but it can also refer to a close relative, friend, or someone with a similar relationship. It is used to describe the bond between brothers, like the relationship between Cain and Abel in Genesis.
Definition: : male-sibling 1) brother 1a) brother of same parents 1b) half-brother (same father) 1c) relative, kinship, same tribe 1d) each to the other (reciprocal relationship) 1e) (fig.) of resemblance
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'. See also: Genesis 4:2; Genesis 42:13; Numbers 25:6.
בִּ/ימֵ֥י
yôwm
H3117
"day"
Prep | N-mp
The Hebrew word 'yom' refers to a day, which can be a literal 24-hour period or a figurative space of time. It is used in the Bible to describe a wide range of time periods, from a single day to a year or a lifetime. The word 'yom' is used in many different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : day/when/time/period 1) day, time, year 1a) day (as opposed to night) 1b) day (24 hour period) 1b1) as defined by evening and morning in Genesis 1 1b2) as a division of time 1b2a) a working day, a day's journey 1c) days, lifetime (pl.) 1d) time, period (general) 1e) year 1f) temporal references 1f1) today 1f2) yesterday 1f3) tomorrow
Usage: Occurs in 1930 OT verses. KJV: age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 33:13; Exodus 23:15.
יֵשֽׁוּעַ
Yêshûwaʻ
H3442
"Jeshua"
N-proper
Jeshua was a common name in the Bible, given to several men, including a leader who helped the Israelites return from exile. He is mentioned in the book of Ezra, where he is called a son of Jehozadak and a father of Joiakim.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.2; son of: Jehozadak (H3087); father of: Joiakim (H3113); also called Jeshua at Ezr.2.2; 3.2,8; 4.3; 5.2; 1x12.1,7,10,26; Another name of ye.ho.shu.a (יְהוֹשׁוּעַ "Joshua" H3091J) § Jeshua = "he is saved" 1) son of Nun of the tribe of Ephraim and successor to Moses as the leader of the children of Israel; led the conquest of Canaan 2) son of Jehozadak and high priest after the restoration 3) a priest in the time of David who had charge of the 9th course 4) a Levite in the reign of Hezekiah 5) head of a Levitical house which returned from captivity in Babylon 6) father of a builder of the wall of Jerusalem in the time of Nehemiah 7) a town in southern Judah reinhabited by the people of Judah after the return from captivity
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: Jeshua. See also: 1 Chronicles 24:11; Nehemiah 7:11; Nehemiah 12:26.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 12:7
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- Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 12:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 12:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Nehemiah 12:7
- Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 12:7
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 12:7
- Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 12:7
- Sermons on Nehemiah 12:7
Context — The Priests and Levites Who Returned
5Mijamin, Maadiah, Bilgah,
6Shemaiah, Joiarib, Jedaiah,
7Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, and Jedaiah. These were the leaders of the priests and their associates in the days of Jeshua.
8The Levites were Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, who, with his associates, led the songs of thanksgiving. 9Bakbukiah and Unni, their associates, stood across from them in the services.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Chronicles 24:18 | the twenty-third to Delaiah, and the twenty-fourth to Maaziah. |
| 2 | Zechariah 3:1 | Then the angel showed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the LORD, with Satan standing at his right hand to accuse him. |
| 3 | Ezra 3:2 | Then Jeshua son of Jozadak and his fellow priests, along with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and his associates, began to build the altar of the God of Israel to sacrifice burnt offerings on it, as it is written in the Law of Moses the man of God. |
| 4 | Nehemiah 12:1 | Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra, |
| 5 | Haggai 1:1 | In the second year of the reign of Darius, on the first day of the sixth month, the word of the LORD came through Haggai the prophet to Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and to Joshua son of Jehozadak, the high priest, stating |
Nehemiah 12:7 Summary
Nehemiah 12:7 talks about the leaders of the priests, including Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, and Jedaiah, who served during the time of Jeshua. These leaders played important roles in guiding the people spiritually, similar to the leaders mentioned in Exodus 18:21-22. Just like these leaders, we can work together with others to build strong, supportive communities, as seen in Nehemiah 12:7 and encouraged in Romans 12:4-5. By following their example, we can provide spiritual guidance and support to those around us, as encouraged in Galatians 6:2 and Hebrews 10:24-25.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were the leaders of the priests mentioned in Nehemiah 12:7?
The leaders of the priests mentioned in Nehemiah 12:7 were Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, and Jedaiah, who served in the days of Jeshua, as referenced in Nehemiah 12:7. These individuals played important roles in the spiritual leadership of the community, similar to the leaders mentioned in Exodus 18:21-22.
What was the significance of Jeshua in the context of Nehemiah 12:7?
Jeshua was a high priest during the time of the restoration of Jerusalem, as mentioned in Nehemiah 12:7 and Haggai 1:1. He, along with other leaders like Zerubbabel, played a crucial role in the spiritual and physical rebuilding of the city, as seen in Ezra 5:2 and Nehemiah 7:7.
How did the priests and their associates contribute to the community in Nehemiah 12:7?
The priests and their associates, led by individuals like Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, and Jedaiah, contributed to the community by providing spiritual guidance and leadership, as seen in Nehemiah 12:7. They worked together with other leaders, such as the Levites mentioned in Nehemiah 12:8-9, to maintain the spiritual well-being of the people, similar to the role of priests in Deuteronomy 33:10.
What can we learn from the example of the priests and leaders in Nehemiah 12:7?
The example of the priests and leaders in Nehemiah 12:7 teaches us about the importance of teamwork, leadership, and spiritual guidance in our own communities, as emphasized in Romans 12:4-5 and 1 Corinthians 12:12-14. We can learn from their dedication to serving God and the people, as seen in Nehemiah 12:7 and Matthew 20:26-28.
Reflection Questions
- What does Nehemiah 12:7 reveal about the importance of leadership in our communities, and how can we apply this to our own lives?
- How did the priests and their associates in Nehemiah 12:7 work together to achieve their goals, and what can we learn from their example?
- What role do you think Jeshua played in the lives of the priests and their associates mentioned in Nehemiah 12:7, and how can we follow his example in our own leadership roles?
- In what ways can we, like the leaders in Nehemiah 12:7, provide spiritual guidance and support to those around us, as encouraged in Galatians 6:2 and Hebrews 10:24-25?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 12:7
[See comments on Ne 12:2]
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 12:7
Miamin, Maadiah, Bilgah, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Nehemiah 12:7
Of their brethren, i.e. of the priests, who were their brethren.
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 12:7
(7) These were the chief.—Genealogically, but not according to the courses, which are in none of the lists complete.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 12:7
Verse 7. The chief of the priests] They were twenty-four orders or courses in number, all subordinate to each other; as established by David, 1 Chronicles 24:18. And these orders or courses were continued till the destruction of Jerusalem by the Romans. See Calmet.
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 12:7
7. chief] R.V. chiefs.in the days of Jeshua] Cf. Ezra 2:2; Ezra 3:2.
Sermons on Nehemiah 12:7
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(Through the Bible) Zechariah 1-5 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the second vision of the prophet Zachariah. The vision begins with Zachariah seeing a man with a measuring line in his hand, who is tasked wit |
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Ezra #4: Reasons for an Incomplete Temple, Part 2 by Ed Miller | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the importance of not giving up and quitting in the face of challenges. He emphasizes that God's answer to difficulties is not through human |
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A Merciful Attitude by Sandeep & Zac Poonen by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of mercy and being advocates for one another, highlighting the need to be honest about our struggles and to seek God's mercy in our lives. It |
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Recovery Through the Prophets: Isaiah by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon on Zechariah chapter 4, the speaker emphasizes the importance of relying on the Holy Spirit rather than human might or power in building the house of God and maintai |
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Mid South Conference 1978-10 Zechariah's Visions by Bob Clark | In this sermon, the speaker discusses a vision from the book of Zechariah. The vision is divided into three sections: the problem faced by Zechariah and the Lord, the purging that |
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The Firebrand Priest in the Filthy Clothes by Ian Paisley | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the concept of grace and its transformative power. He describes how every person is like a burning brand, destined for destruction, but thro |
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(Through the Bible) Zechariah by Zac Poonen | This sermon delves into the visions and messages received by the prophet Zechariah, emphasizing the importance of teamwork, the new covenant fellowship, the need for young and old |