Ezra 2:49
New International Version
Uzza, Paseah, Besai,

New Living Translation
Uzza, Paseah, Besai,

English Standard Version
the sons of Uzza, the sons of Paseah, the sons of Besai,

Berean Standard Bible
the descendants of Uzza, the descendants of Paseah, the descendants of Besai,

King James Bible
The children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai,

New King James Version
the sons of Uzza, the sons of Paseah, the sons of Besai,

New American Standard Bible
the sons of Uzza, the sons of Paseah, the sons of Besai,

NASB 1995
the sons of Uzza, the sons of Paseah, the sons of Besai,

NASB 1977
the sons of Uzza, the sons of Paseah, the sons of Besai,

Legacy Standard Bible
the sons of Uzza, the sons of Paseah, the sons of Besai,

Amplified Bible
the sons of Uzza, Paseah, Besai,

Christian Standard Bible
Uzza’s descendants, Paseah’s descendants, Besai’s descendants,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Uzza’s descendants, Paseah’s descendants, Besai’s descendants,

American Standard Version
the children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai,

English Revised Version
the children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Uzza, Paseah, Besai,

International Standard Version
Descendants of Uzza, Paseah, and Besai.

Majority Standard Bible
the descendants of Uzza, the descendants of Paseah, the descendants of Besai,

NET Bible
the descendants of Uzzah, the descendants of Paseah, the descendants of Besai,

New Heart English Bible
the descendants of Uzza, the descendants of Paseah, the descendants of Besai,

Webster's Bible Translation
The children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai,

World English Bible
the children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
sons of Uzza, sons of Paseah, sons of Besai,

Young's Literal Translation
Sons of Uzza, sons of Paseah, sons of Besai,

Smith's Literal Translation
The sons of Uzza, the sons of Paseah, the sons of Besai,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The children of Asa, the children of Phasea, the children of Besee,

Catholic Public Domain Version
the sons of Uzza, the sons of Paseah, the sons of Besai,

New American Bible
descendants of Uzza, descendants of Paseah, descendants of Besai,

New Revised Standard Version
Uzza, Paseah, Besai,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The descendants of Uzza, the descendants of Patah, the children of Basaz,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The children of Aza, the children of Patakh, the children of Basaz,
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
the children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
the children of Azo, the children of Phase, the children of Basi,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The List of Returning Exiles
48the descendants of Rezin, the descendants of Nekoda, the descendants of Gazzam, 49the descendants of Uzza, the descendants of Paseah, the descendants of Besai, 50the descendants of Asnah, the descendants of Meunim, the descendants of Nephusim,…

Cross References
Nehemiah 7:51
the descendants of Gazzam, the descendants of Uzza, the descendants of Paseah,

Nehemiah 7:52
the descendants of Besai, the descendants of Meunim, the descendants of Nephushesim,

Nehemiah 7:53
the descendants of Bakbuk, the descendants of Hakupha, the descendants of Harhur,

Nehemiah 7:54
the descendants of Bazlith, the descendants of Mehida, the descendants of Harsha,

Nehemiah 7:55
the descendants of Barkos, the descendants of Sisera, the descendants of Temah,

Nehemiah 7:56
the descendants of Neziah, and the descendants of Hatipha.

Nehemiah 7:57
The descendants of the servants of Solomon: the descendants of Sotai, the descendants of Sophereth, the descendants of Perida,

Nehemiah 7:58
the descendants of Jaala, the descendants of Darkon, the descendants of Giddel,

Nehemiah 7:59
the descendants of Shephatiah, the descendants of Hattil, the descendants of Pochereth-hazzebaim, and the descendants of Amon.

Nehemiah 7:60
The temple servants and descendants of the servants of Solomon numbered 392 in all.

Nehemiah 7:61
The following came up from Tel-melah, Tel-harsha, Cherub, Addon, and Immer, but they could not prove that their families were descended from Israel:

Nehemiah 7:62
the descendants of Delaiah, the descendants of Tobiah, and the descendants of Nekoda, 642 in all.

Nehemiah 7:63
And from among the priests: the descendants of Hobaiah, the descendants of Hakkoz, and the descendants of Barzillai (who had married a daughter of Barzillai the Gileadite and was called by their name).

Nehemiah 7:64
These men searched for their family records, but they could not find them and so were excluded from the priesthood as unclean.

Nehemiah 7:65
The governor ordered them not to eat the most holy things until there was a priest to consult the Urim and Thummim.


Treasury of Scripture

The children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai,

Paseah

Nehemiah 7:51
The children of Gazzam, the children of Uzza, the children of Phaseah,

Phaseah

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Ezra 2
1. The number that return of the people
36. of the priests
40. of the Levites
43. of the Nethinims
55. of Solomon's servants
61. of the priests who could not show their pedigree
64. The whole number of them, with their substance
68. Their offerings














the descendants of Uzza
The name "Uzza" is derived from the Hebrew root "עֹז" (oz), meaning "strength" or "might." This name reflects a characteristic valued in ancient Israelite culture, where strength was often associated with divine favor and protection. The mention of Uzza's descendants in this genealogical record underscores the importance of family lineage and heritage in the post-exilic community. It serves as a reminder of the continuity of God's people, even after the Babylonian exile, and the strength they found in their identity and faith.

the descendants of Paseah
"Paseah" comes from the Hebrew root "פסח" (pasach), which can mean "lame" or "limping." This name might suggest a physical characteristic or a metaphorical state of being. In the context of the return from exile, it could symbolize the struggles and challenges faced by the Israelites as they sought to rebuild their lives and their temple. The inclusion of Paseah's descendants highlights the inclusivity of God's covenant community, where even those who might be seen as weak or disadvantaged are integral to the collective identity and mission.

the descendants of Besai
The name "Besai" is less clear in its etymology, but it may be related to the Hebrew word "בָּסָא" (basa), meaning "to tread down" or "to trample." This could imply a history of oppression or hardship. The mention of Besai's descendants in the list of returnees is significant, as it reflects the restoration and redemption themes prevalent in the book of Ezra. It serves as a testament to God's faithfulness in bringing His people back to their land, regardless of their past difficulties, and His ability to transform their circumstances for His purposes.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
the descendants
בְּנֵי־ (bə·nê-)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Uzza,
עֻזָּ֥א (‘uz·zā)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5798: Uzza -- four Israelites

the descendants
בְנֵי־ (ḇə·nê-)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Paseah,
פָסֵ֖חַ (p̄ā·sê·aḥ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6454: Paseah -- 'limper', three Israelites

the descendants
בְּנֵ֥י (bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Besai,
בֵסָֽי׃ (ḇê·sāy)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1153: Besai -- one of the Nethinim


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