Nehemiah 7:24
Nehemiah 7:24 in Multiple Translations
the descendants of Hariph, 112;
The children of Hariph, an hundred and twelve.
The children of Hariph, a hundred and twelve.
The children of Hariph, a hundred and twelve.
the sons of Hariph, 112;
The sonnes of Hariph, an hundreth and twelue.
Sons of Hariph: a hundred [and] twelve.
The children of Hariph: one hundred twelve.
The children of Hariph, a hundred and twelve.
The children of Hareph, a hundred and twelve.
112 men from the clan of Hariph, whose other name is Jorah;
Berean Amplified Bible — Nehemiah 7:24
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Nehemiah 7:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּנֵ֣י
חָרִ֔יף
מֵאָ֖ה
שְׁנֵ֥ים
עָשָֽׂר
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
חָרִ֔יף
Chârîyph
H2756
Hariph
N-proper
מֵאָ֖ה
mêʼâh
H3967
hundred
Adj
שְׁנֵ֥ים
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj
עָשָֽׂר
ʻâsâr
H6240
ten
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 7:24
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
חָרִ֔יף
Chârîyph
H2756
"Hariph"
N-proper
Hariph was an Israelite who lived during the Exile and Return, mentioned in Ezra 2:18 and Nehemiah 7:24. He was a head of a family of exiles returning with Zerubbabel. Hariph means a plucking off.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.18; also called Hariph at Neh.7.24; Another name of yo.rah (יוֹרָה "Jorah" H3139) § Hariph = "a plucking off" 1) head of a family of exiles returning with Zerubbabel 2) a head of the people who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Hariph. See also: Nehemiah 7:24; Nehemiah 10:20.
מֵאָ֖ה
mêʼâh
H3967
"hundred"
Adj
Means a hundred, used as a simple number or part of a larger number in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including fractions like one one-hundredth. Found in books like Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: 1) hundred 1a) as simple number 1b) as part of larger number 1c) as a fraction-one one-hundredth (1/100) Aramaic equivalent: me.ah (מְאָה "hundred" H3969)
Usage: Occurs in 511 OT verses. KJV: hundred((-fold), -th), [phrase] sixscore. See also: Genesis 5:3; Numbers 2:6; Judges 18:17.
שְׁנֵ֥ים
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
עָשָֽׂר
ʻâsâr
H6240
"ten"
Adj
In Hebrew, this word means ten, and is used to form numbers like eleven or thirteen, as seen in Genesis 31:41. It is always used in combination with other numbers.
Definition: 1) ten, -teen (in combination with other numbers) 1a) used only in combination to make the numbers 11-19
Usage: Occurs in 292 OT verses. KJV: (eigh-, fif-, four-, nine-, seven-, six-, thir-) teen(-th), [phrase] eleven(-th), [phrase] sixscore thousand, [phrase] twelve(-th). See also: Genesis 5:8; Joshua 21:7; 1 Chronicles 25:27.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 7:24
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Context — The List of Returning Exiles
22the descendants of Hashum, 328;
23the descendants of Bezai, 324;
24the descendants of Hariph, 112;
25the descendants of Gibeon, 95; 26the men of Bethlehem and Netophah, 188;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ezra 2:18 | the descendants of Jorah, 112; |
Nehemiah 7:24 Summary
Nehemiah 7:24 tells us about a group of people called the descendants of Hariph, who were part of the Israelites returning to Jerusalem after being in exile. There were 112 of them, and they were important to God's plan to rebuild the Temple and restore the community, just like we are important to God's plan today (1 Corinthians 12:12-27). This verse reminds us that God cares about each person and family, and we all have a role to play in His bigger story, as seen in the way He guided the Israelites in Exodus 18:13-27. By being part of a community and working together, we can accomplish great things for God's kingdom, as Jesus taught in Matthew 18:19-20.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the descendants of Hariph in Nehemiah 7:24?
The descendants of Hariph are listed among the Israelites who returned from exile in Babylon, as recorded in Nehemiah 7:24, indicating their commitment to rebuilding the Temple and restoring their community, in line with God's promise in Ezekiel 37:21-22.
How does the number 112 relate to the larger context of Nehemiah 7?
The number 112, representing the descendants of Hariph, is one of many specific counts of Israelite families in Nehemiah 7, demonstrating the meticulousness of the census and the importance of accurate records, as seen in other biblical accounts like Numbers 1:1-4.
What can we learn from the listing of specific families in Nehemiah 7:24?
The listing of specific families, including the descendants of Hariph, highlights the value God places on each individual and family, emphasizing their unique role in the broader community, as taught in 1 Corinthians 12:12-27.
How does Nehemiah 7:24 relate to the overall theme of restoration in the book of Nehemiah?
Nehemiah 7:24 contributes to the book's theme of restoration by showcasing the return of God's people to Jerusalem, their ancestral homeland, in fulfillment of God's promises, such as those found in Deuteronomy 30:1-10.
Reflection Questions
- What does the specific mention of the descendants of Hariph in Nehemiah 7:24 teach me about God's attention to detail in my own life?
- How can I, like the descendants of Hariph, demonstrate faithfulness and commitment to my community, as encouraged in Hebrews 10:24-25?
- In what ways can I apply the principle of being part of a larger community, as seen in Nehemiah 7:24, to my relationships with fellow believers, as described in Acts 2:42-47?
- What role do I play in the 'family' of God, and how can I contribute to the building up of the body of Christ, as taught in Ephesians 4:11-16?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 7:24
[See comments on Ne 7:6].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 7:24
These are the children of the province, that went up out of the captivity, of those that had been carried away, whom Nebuchadnezzar the king of Babylon had carried away, and came again to Jerusalem
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 7:24
(5-73) The genealogical reckoning of the people, as the first step towards increasing the population of the metropolis, is determined on, not without express Divine suggestion; the allusion to this inspiration from God, is, as in Nehemiah 2:12, very emphatic. The original register of Zerubbabelis found and copied. The express language of both Ezra and Nehemiah makes it plain that this is no other than the list of those who came up with Zerubbabel and Joshua after the decree of Cyrus, in B.C. 538. Nehemiah’s own census follows, in Nehemiah 11. The exposition, especially as compared with Ezra 2, has been given on that chapter.