Ezra 2:53
New International Version
Barkos, Sisera, Temah,

New Living Translation
Barkos, Sisera, Temah,

English Standard Version
the sons of Barkos, the sons of Sisera, the sons of Temah,

Berean Standard Bible
the descendants of Barkos, the descendants of Sisera, the descendants of Temah,

King James Bible
The children of Barkos, the children of Sisera, the children of Thamah,

New King James Version
the sons of Barkos, the sons of Sisera, the sons of Tamah,

New American Standard Bible
the sons of Barkos, the sons of Sisera, the sons of Temah,

NASB 1995
the sons of Barkos, the sons of Sisera, the sons of Temah,

NASB 1977
the sons of Barkos, the sons of Sisera, the sons of Temah,

Legacy Standard Bible
the sons of Barkos, the sons of Sisera, the sons of Temah,

Amplified Bible
the sons of Barkos, Sisera, Temah,

Christian Standard Bible
Barkos’s descendants, Sisera’s descendants, Temah’s descendants,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Barkos’s descendants, Sisera’s descendants, Temah’s descendants,

American Standard Version
the children of Barkos, the children of Sisera, the children of Temah,

English Revised Version
the children of Barkos, the children of Sisera, the children of Temah;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Barkos, Sisera, Temah,

International Standard Version
Descendants of Barkos, Sisera, and Temah.

Majority Standard Bible
the descendants of Barkos, the descendants of Sisera, the descendants of Temah,

NET Bible
the descendants of Barkos, the descendants of Sisera, the descendants of Temah,

New Heart English Bible
the descendants of Barkos, the descendants of Sisera, the descendants of Temah,

Webster's Bible Translation
The children of Barkos, the children of Sisera, the children of Thamah,

World English Bible
the children of Barkos, the children of Sisera, the children of Temah,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
sons of Barkos, sons of Sisera, sons of Thamah,

Young's Literal Translation
Sons of Barkos, sons of Sisera, sons of Thamah,

Smith's Literal Translation
The sons of Barkos, the sons of Sisera, the sons of Thamah,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The children of Bercos, the children of Sisara, the children of Thema,

Catholic Public Domain Version
the sons of Barkos, the sons of Sisera, the sons of Temah,

New American Bible
descendants of Barkos, descendants of Sisera, descendants of Temah,

New Revised Standard Version
Barkos, Sisera, Temah,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The descendants of Karkos, the descendants of Sisera, the descendants of Tamnah,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The children of Qarqus, the children of Sisra, the children of Tamna,
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
the children of Barkos, the children of Sisera, the children of Temah;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
the children of Barcos, the children of Sisara, the children of Thema,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The List of Returning Exiles
52the descendants of Bazluth, the descendants of Mehida, the descendants of Harsha, 53the descendants of Barkos, the descendants of Sisera, the descendants of Temah, 54the descendants of Neziah, and the descendants of Hatipha.…

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

Nehemiah 11:3
These are the heads of the provinces who settled in Jerusalem. (In the villages of Judah, however, each lived on his own property in their towns—the Israelites, priests, Levites, temple servants, and descendants of Solomon’s servants—

1 Chronicles 9:2
Now the first to resettle their own property in their cities were Israelites, priests, Levites, and temple servants.

Nehemiah 3:26
and the temple servants living on the hill of Ophel made repairs opposite the Water Gate toward the east and the tower that juts out.

Nehemiah 3:31
Next to him, Malchijah, one of the goldsmiths, made repairs as far as the house of the temple servants and the merchants, opposite the Inspection Gate, and as far as the upper room above the corner.

Nehemiah 11:21
The temple servants lived on the hill of Ophel, with Ziha and Gishpa over them.

Joshua 9:27
On that day he made them woodcutters and water carriers, as they are to this day for the congregation of the LORD and for the altar at the place He would choose.

1 Kings 9:21
their descendants who remained in the land, those whom the Israelites were unable to devote to destruction—Solomon conscripted these people to be forced laborers, as they are to this day.

2 Chronicles 8:7-8
As for all the people who remained of the Hittites, Amorites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites (these people were not Israelites)— / their descendants who remained in the land, those whom the Israelites had not destroyed—Solomon conscripted these people to be forced laborers, as they are to this day.

Nehemiah 10:28
“The rest of the people—the priests, Levites, gatekeepers, singers, temple servants, and all who had separated themselves from the people of the land to obey the Law of God—along with their wives and all their sons and daughters who are able to understand,

Nehemiah 12:44
And on that same day men were appointed over the rooms that housed the supplies, contributions, firstfruits, and tithes. The portions specified by the Law for the priests and Levites were gathered into these storerooms from the fields of the villages, because Judah rejoiced over the priests and Levites who were serving.

Nehemiah 13:5
and had prepared for Tobiah a large room where they had previously stored the grain offerings, the frankincense, the temple articles, and the tithes of grain, new wine, and oil prescribed for the Levites, singers, and gatekeepers, along with the contributions for the priests.

Nehemiah 13:10
I also learned that because the portions for the Levites had not been given to them, all the Levites and singers responsible for performing the service had gone back to their own fields.

Nehemiah 13:22
Then I instructed the Levites to purify themselves and guard the gates in order to keep the Sabbath day holy. Remember me for this as well, O my God, and show me mercy according to Your abundant loving devotion.

Nehemiah 13:30
Thus I purified the priests and Levites from everything foreign, and I assigned specific duties to each of the priests and Levites.


Treasury of Scripture

The children of Barkos, the children of Sisera, the children of Thamah,

Thamah

Nehemiah 7:55
The children of Barkos, the children of Sisera, the children of Tamah,

Tamah

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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 Barkos
The mention of "the descendants of Barkos" in Ezra 2:53 is part of a larger genealogical list detailing those who returned from the Babylonian exile. Barkos is not a widely known figure in the Bible, and there is little direct information about him or his descendants. However, the inclusion of his name signifies the importance of every family and individual in the restoration of Israel. This reflects the biblical theme that God values each person and their role in His plan, as seen in other genealogies throughout Scripture, such as in Genesis and Chronicles. The name Barkos may have been associated with a specific trade or skill, as many of the returning exiles were organized by their professions, particularly those related to temple service.

the descendants of Sisera
The name Sisera is more famously associated with the Canaanite commander defeated by Deborah and Barak in Judges 4. However, the Sisera mentioned here is likely a different individual, as the context is post-exilic. The descendants of Sisera in this passage are part of the Nethinim, a group of temple servants. This connection to temple service highlights the transformation and redemption theme, where even those with names associated with Israel's enemies can be integrated into the community of God's people. It underscores the inclusivity of God's covenant, as seen in Isaiah 56:6-7, where foreigners who join themselves to the Lord are welcomed.

the descendants of Temah
The descendants of Temah are also listed among the Nethinim, the temple servants. The name Temah means "south" or "desert," which might indicate a geographical origin or characteristic of the family. The Nethinim were likely descendants of the Gibeonites, who were assigned to assist the Levites in temple duties (Joshua 9). This reflects the theme of servanthood and dedication to God's house, which is a recurring motif in the Bible. The role of the Nethinim is a precursor to the New Testament concept of servanthood in the church, as seen in passages like Mark 10:43-45, where Jesus teaches that greatness comes through serving others.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Barkos
A name listed among the temple servants who returned from the Babylonian exile. The descendants of Barkos were part of a group dedicated to assisting the Levites in temple duties.

2. Sisera
Another name among the temple servants. This should not be confused with the Canaanite commander defeated by Deborah and Barak in Judges. The descendants of Sisera here are likely a different lineage, serving in the temple.

3. Temah
Also listed among the temple servants. The descendants of Temah were part of the group that returned to Jerusalem to help reestablish worship practices.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Service
The descendants of Barkos, Sisera, and Temah remind us of the vital role of service in the community of faith. Every role, no matter how seemingly small, contributes to the greater purpose of worship and community life.

Faithfulness Across Generations
These families maintained their dedication to temple service across generations, illustrating the importance of passing down faith and commitment to future generations.

Inclusion in God's Plan
The temple servants, possibly including non-Israelites, show that God's plan includes a diverse group of people working together for His glory. This encourages us to embrace diversity within the church.

Restoration and Renewal
The return of these families to Jerusalem symbolizes spiritual renewal and the restoration of worship. It challenges us to consider how we can contribute to the renewal of our own communities.

Parallel Commentaries ...


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

of Barkos,
בַרְק֥וֹס (ḇar·qō·ws)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1302: Barkos -- one of the Nethinim

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

of Sisera,
סִֽיסְרָ֖א (sî·sə·rā)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5516: Sisera -- a general of the king of Hazor, also the father of some returning exiles

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

of Tamah,
תָֽמַח׃ (ṯā·maḥ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8547: Temach


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