Of the sons of Hashum; Mattenai, Mattathah, Zabad, Eliphelet, Jeremai, Manasseh, and Shimei.

EZRA 10:33KJV
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Ezra 10:33 (KJV)

What does Ezra 10:33 mean?

Ezra 10:33 lists the names of seven men who were descendants of Hashum: Mattenai, Mattathah, Zabad, Eliphelet, Jeremai, Manasseh, and Shimei. This verse is part of a larger record identifying specific individuals involved in the events described in Ezra chapter 10.

In the context of the book of Ezra, these names are being recorded as part of a list of Israelites who had married foreign women, which was a significant issue for the community returning from exile. The writer is carefully documenting who was involved, showing the seriousness with which the community handled the matter and their commitment to restoring their religious identity.

Why Ezra 10:33 matters

  • This verse helps clarify that the reforms in Ezra were not just general statements but involved specific families and individuals, emphasizing accountability within the community.
  • By naming the sons of Hashum, Ezra 10:33 connects this family to the broader narrative of repentance and restoration, showing that even prominent families were included in the call to return to covenant faithfulness.
  • The careful listing of names throughout Ezra 10 highlights the historical and communal nature of the events, grounding the story in real people and families rather than abstract ideas.

Where else these words appear

“Mattenai” Hebrew H4982 · used in 3 verses

“Hashum” Hebrew H2828 · used in 5 verses

  • Ezra 2:19 The children of Hashum, two hundred twenty and three.
  • Nehemiah 7:22 The children of Hashum, three hundred twenty and eight.
  • Nehemiah 8:4 And Ezra the scribe stood upon a pulpit of wood, which they had made for the purpose; and beside him stood Mattithiah, and Shema, and Anaiah, and Urijah, and Hilkiah, and Maaseiah, on his right hand; and on his left hand, Pedaiah, and Mishael, and Malchiah, and Hashum, and Hashbadana, Zechariah, and Meshullam.

“Zabad” Hebrew H2066 · used in 8 verses

  • 1 Chronicles 2:36 And Attai begat Nathan, and Nathan begat Zabad,
  • 1 Chronicles 7:21 And Zabad his son, and Shuthelah his son, and Ezer, and Elead, whom the men of Gath that were born in that land slew, because they came down to take away their cattle.
  • 2 Chronicles 24:26 And these are they that conspired against him; Zabad the son of Shimeath an Ammonitess, and Jehozabad the son of Shimrith a Moabitess.

“Eliphelet” Hebrew H467 · used in 9 verses