Nehemiah 7:28
Nehemiah 7:28 in Multiple Translations
the men of Beth-azmaveth, 42;
The men of Beth-azmaveth, forty and two.
The men of Beth-azmaveth, forty and two.
The men of Beth-azmaveth, forty-two.
the people from Beth-azmaveth 42;
The me of Beth-azmaueth, two and fourty.
Men of Beth-Azmaveth: forty and two.
The men of Beth Azmaveth: forty-two.
The men of Beth-azmaveth, forty two.
The men of Bethazmoth, forty-two.
42 men from Beth-Azmaveth
Berean Amplified Bible — Nehemiah 7:28
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Nehemiah 7:28 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אַנְשֵׁ֥י
בֵית
עַזְמָ֖וֶת
אַרְבָּעִ֥ים
וּ/שְׁנָֽיִם
אַנְשֵׁ֥י
ʼîysh
H376
man
N-mp
בֵית
Bêyth ʻAzmâveth
H1041
Beth-azmaveth
N-proper
עַזְמָ֖וֶת
Bêyth ʻAzmâveth
H1041
Beth-azmaveth
N-proper
אַרְבָּעִ֥ים
ʼarbâʻîym
H705
forty
Adj
וּ/שְׁנָֽיִם
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Conj | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 7:28
אַנְשֵׁ֥י
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
בֵית
Bêyth ʻAzmâveth
H1041
"Beth-azmaveth"
N-proper
Beth-azmaveth means house of the strength of death, a place near Jerusalem. It is named after Azmaveth, a person in the Bible. The name has a strong and somber tone.
Definition: Beth-azmaveth = "house of the strength of death" a place near Jerusalem Also named: az.ma.vet (עַזְמָ֫וֶת "Azmaveth" H5820K)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Bethaz-maveth. Compare H5820 (עַזְמָוֶת). See also: Nehemiah 7:28.
עַזְמָ֖וֶת
Bêyth ʻAzmâveth
H1041
"Beth-azmaveth"
N-proper
Beth-azmaveth means house of the strength of death, a place near Jerusalem. It is named after Azmaveth, a person in the Bible. The name has a strong and somber tone.
Definition: Beth-azmaveth = "house of the strength of death" a place near Jerusalem Also named: az.ma.vet (עַזְמָ֫וֶת "Azmaveth" H5820K)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Bethaz-maveth. Compare H5820 (עַזְמָוֶת). See also: Nehemiah 7:28.
אַרְבָּעִ֥ים
ʼarbâʻîym
H705
"forty"
Adj
The number forty is what this Hebrew word represents, often used in the Bible to mark significant periods of time, like the 40 days of rain in Genesis or the 40 years of Israel's wilderness journey.
Definition: forty
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: -forty. See also: Genesis 5:13; Judges 13:1; Psalms 95:10.
וּ/שְׁנָֽיִם
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Conj | 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.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 7:28
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Context — The List of Returning Exiles
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ezra 2:24 | the descendants of Azmaveth, 42; |
Nehemiah 7:28 Summary
Nehemiah 7:28 tells us about a group of 42 men from a place called Beth-azmaveth who returned to Jerusalem after being in exile. This verse reminds us that every person and every community is important to God, no matter how small they may seem. Just like the men of Beth-azmaveth, we can all play a role in God's plan, as seen in (1 Corinthians 12:12-27), where every part of the body of Christ is valued and necessary. By trusting in God and working together, we can accomplish great things for His glory, just as the returned exiles did in rebuilding Jerusalem, as described in (Nehemiah 2:17-20).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the men of Beth-azmaveth in Nehemiah 7:28?
The men of Beth-azmaveth are listed among the returned exiles in Nehemiah 7, indicating their participation in the repopulation of Jerusalem, as part of God's plan to restore His people, similar to what is described in Ezra 2:70 and Nehemiah 7:6.
How many men were from Beth-azmaveth?
According to Nehemiah 7:28, there were 42 men from Beth-azmaveth who returned to Jerusalem, a relatively small group compared to others listed in the surrounding verses, such as the men of Kiriath-jearim, Chephirah, and Beeroth, who numbered 743.
What can we learn from the small number of men from Beth-azmaveth?
The small number of men from Beth-azmaveth reminds us that every individual and every community, no matter how small, plays a vital role in God's plan, as seen in Jesus' parable of the talents in Matthew 25:14-30, where even the smallest amount is valued and expected to be used for God's glory.
Is Beth-azmaveth mentioned elsewhere in the Bible?
Beth-azmaveth is only mentioned in Nehemiah 7:28 and Ezra 2:24, highlighting the importance of these two books in understanding the restoration of Jerusalem and the return of the exiles, as prophesied in Isaiah 44:26-28 and fulfilled in part through the efforts of Nehemiah and the returned exiles.
Reflection Questions
- What does the listing of the men of Beth-azmaveth teach me about God's attention to detail and care for every individual and community?
- How can I, like the men of Beth-azmaveth, contribute to the larger work of God's kingdom, even if my role seems small or insignificant?
- What are some ways I can support and encourage others in their service to God, just as the men of Beth-azmaveth were part of the larger community of returned exiles working together to rebuild Jerusalem?
- In what ways can I trust God to use me and my community for His glory, even when our numbers or resources seem limited, as seen in the story of Gideon in Judges 7:1-25?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 7:28
[See comments on Ne 7:6].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 7:28
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 7:28
(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.