Nehemiah 10:10
New International Version
and their associates: Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

New Living Translation
and their fellow Levites: Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

English Standard Version
and their brothers, Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

Berean Standard Bible
and their associates: Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

King James Bible
And their brethren, Shebaniah, Hodijah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

New King James Version
Their brethren: Shebaniah, Hodijah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

New American Standard Bible
also their brothers Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

NASB 1995
also their brothers Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

NASB 1977
also their brothers Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

Legacy Standard Bible
also their brothers Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

Amplified Bible
and their brothers: Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

Christian Standard Bible
and their brothers Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
and their brothers Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

American Standard Version
and their brethren, Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

Contemporary English Version
Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

English Revised Version
and their brethren, Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
and their relatives Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

International Standard Version
also their relatives Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

Majority Standard Bible
and their associates: Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

NET Bible
Their colleagues were as follows: Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

New Heart English Bible
and their brothers, Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

Webster's Bible Translation
And their brethren, Shebaniah, Hodijah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

World English Bible
and their brothers, Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and their brothers: Shebaniah, Hodijah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

Young's Literal Translation
and their brethren: Shebaniah, Hodijah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

Smith's Literal Translation
And their brethren, Shebaniah, Hodijah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And their brethren, Sebenia, Oduia, Celita, Phalaia, Hanan,

Catholic Public Domain Version
and their brothers, Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

New American Bible
and their kinsmen Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

New Revised Standard Version
and their associates, Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And their brethren: Shecaniah, Urijah, Kelatiah, Pelatiah, Hanan,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And their brothers: Shekania and Uriyah, Qeltiah, Pelatiah, Khanani.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and their brethren, Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and his brethren, Sabania, Oduia, Calitan, Phelia, Anan,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Signers of the Covenant
9The Levites: Jeshua son of Azaniah, Binnui of the sons of Henadad, Kadmiel, 10and their associates: Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan, 11Mica, Rehob, Hashabiah,…

Cross References
Exodus 29:9
Wrap the sashes around Aaron and his sons and tie headbands on them. The priesthood shall be theirs by a permanent statute. In this way you are to ordain Aaron and his sons.

Leviticus 8:30
Next, Moses took some of the anointing oil and some of the blood that was on the altar and sprinkled them on Aaron and his garments, and on his sons and their garments. So he consecrated Aaron and his garments, as well as Aaron’s sons and their garments.

Numbers 18:7
But only you and your sons shall attend to your priesthood for everything concerning the altar and what is inside the veil, and you are to perform that service. I am giving you the work of the priesthood as a gift, but any outsider who comes near the sanctuary must be put to death.”

1 Chronicles 23:13
The sons of Amram: Aaron and Moses. Aaron and his descendants were set apart forever to consecrate the most holy things, to burn incense before the LORD, to minister before Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name forever.

2 Chronicles 29:11
Now, my sons, do not be negligent, for the LORD has chosen you to stand before Him, to serve Him, to minister before Him, and to burn incense.”

Ezra 8:24-30
Then I set apart twelve of the leading priests, together with Sherebiah, Hashabiah, and ten of their brothers, / and I weighed out to them the contribution of silver and gold and the articles that the king, his counselors, his leaders, and all the Israelites there had offered for the house of our God. / I weighed out into their hands 650 talents of silver, articles of silver weighing 100 talents, 100 talents of gold, ...

Malachi 2:4-7
Then you will know that I have sent you this commandment so that My covenant with Levi may continue,” says the LORD of Hosts. / “My covenant with him was one of life and peace, which I gave to him; it called for reverence, and he revered Me and stood in awe of My name. / True instruction was in his mouth, and nothing false was found on his lips. He walked with Me in peace and uprightness, and he turned many from iniquity. ...

Hebrews 7:5
Now the law commands the sons of Levi who become priests to collect a tenth from the people—that is, from their brothers—though they too are descended from Abraham.

Hebrews 7:11
Now if perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood (for on this basis the people received the law), why was there still need for another priest to appear—one in the order of Melchizedek and not in the order of Aaron?

Hebrews 7:23-28
Now there have been many other priests, since death prevented them from continuing in office. / But because Jesus lives forever, He has a permanent priesthood. / Therefore He is able to save completely those who draw near to God through Him, since He always lives to intercede for them. ...

1 Peter 2:5
you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.

1 Peter 2:9
But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.

Revelation 1:6
who has made us to be a kingdom, priests to His God and Father—to Him be the glory and power forever and ever! Amen.

Revelation 5:10
You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to serve our God, and they will reign upon the earth.”

Deuteronomy 18:1-5
The Levitical priests—indeed the whole tribe of Levi—shall have no portion or inheritance with Israel. They are to eat the food offerings to the LORD; that is their inheritance. / Although they have no inheritance among their brothers, the LORD is their inheritance, as He promised them. / This shall be the priests’ share from the people who offer a sacrifice, whether a bull or a sheep: the priests are to be given the shoulder, the jowls, and the stomach. ...


Treasury of Scripture

And their brothers, Shebaniah, Hodijah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

Shebaniah.

Nehemiah 8:7
Also Jeshua, and Bani, and Sherebiah, Jamin, Akkub, Shabbethai, Hodijah, Maaseiah, Kelita, Azariah, Jozabad, Hanan, Pelaiah, and the Levites, caused the people to understand the law: and the people stood in their place.

Nehemiah 9:4,5
Then stood up upon the stairs, of the Levites, Jeshua, and Bani, Kadmiel, Shebaniah, Bunni, Sherebiah, Bani, and Chenani, and cried with a loud voice unto the LORD their God…

Ezra 10:23
Also of the Levites; Jozabad, and Shimei, and Kelaiah, (the same is Kelita,) Pethahiah, Judah, and Eliezer.

Jump to Previous
Associates Hanan Hodiah Hodi'ah Hodijah Kelita Keli'ta Pelaiah Pelai'ah Shebaniah Shebani'ah
Jump to Next
Associates Hanan Hodiah Hodi'ah Hodijah Kelita Keli'ta Pelaiah Pelai'ah Shebaniah Shebani'ah
Nehemiah 10
1. The names of those who sealed the covenant.
29. The points of the covenant.














and their associates:
This phrase refers to the companions or fellow workers of the priests and Levites who were involved in the covenant renewal. In the context of Nehemiah, these associates were likely other leaders or influential figures within the community who supported the religious reforms. The term "associates" emphasizes the communal effort in reestablishing the covenant with God, highlighting the importance of unity and collective responsibility in spiritual renewal.

Shebaniah:
Shebaniah is one of the Levites mentioned in the book of Nehemiah. The name means "Yahweh has grown" or "Yahweh has increased." This reflects the common practice of naming individuals in a way that acknowledges God's sovereignty and blessing. Shebaniah's inclusion in this list underscores the role of the Levites in leading the people back to faithfulness and obedience to the Law.

Hodiah:
Hodiah, another Levite, has a name meaning "majesty of Yahweh" or "splendor of Yahweh." This name signifies the reverence and honor attributed to God by the Israelites. The presence of Hodiah in this list indicates his involvement in the spiritual leadership and the covenant renewal process, emphasizing the Levites' critical role in guiding the people in worship and adherence to God's commandments.

Kelita:
Kelita is a lesser-known figure, and his name means "dwarf" or "small." Despite the meaning of his name, Kelita's inclusion in the covenant renewal signifies that every individual, regardless of status or prominence, has a role in the community's spiritual life. This reflects the biblical theme that God values faithfulness and obedience over worldly stature or power.

Pelaiah:
Pelaiah, whose name means "Yahweh does wonders" or "Yahweh is distinguished," is another Levite involved in the covenant renewal. His name highlights the miraculous and awe-inspiring nature of God, reminding the Israelites of God's past deeds and His continued presence among them. Pelaiah's participation in this event underscores the importance of remembering and proclaiming God's mighty works as part of the community's spiritual heritage.

Hanan:
Hanan, meaning "gracious" or "merciful," is the final name in this list. This name reflects the character of God as compassionate and forgiving, qualities that are central to the covenant relationship between God and His people. Hanan's role in the covenant renewal process serves as a reminder of the grace and mercy that God extends to His people, encouraging them to live in accordance with His laws and to seek His forgiveness when they fall short.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Shebaniah
A Levite who is part of the group that sealed the covenant. His name means "Yahweh has grown" or "Yahweh has increased."

2. Hodiah
Another Levite involved in the covenant renewal. The name means "majesty of Yahweh" or "splendor of Yahweh."

3. Kelita
A Levite whose name means "crippled" or "dwarfed," indicating perhaps a humble or lowly status, yet he is part of this significant event.

4. Pelaiah
A Levite whose name means "Yahweh does wonders." He is part of the group affirming the covenant.

5. Hanan
Another Levite involved in the covenant. His name means "gracious" or "merciful."
Teaching Points
Commitment to God’s Covenant
The act of sealing the covenant is a powerful reminder of the importance of committing ourselves to God’s commands and promises. Just as the Israelites renewed their covenant, we too should regularly renew our commitment to God.

The Role of Community
The involvement of multiple individuals in the covenant renewal highlights the importance of community in spiritual growth and accountability. We are called to support and encourage one another in our faith journeys.

Significance of Names
The meanings of the names listed (e.g., "Yahweh has grown," "Yahweh does wonders") remind us of God's character and His work in our lives. Reflecting on the meaning of names can deepen our understanding of biblical accounts.

Humility and Service
Despite their potentially humble origins or meanings, each person listed played a crucial role in the covenant renewal. This teaches us that God values humility and service, and He can use anyone for His purposes.

Historical Continuity
The repetition of names and roles from earlier scriptures (like Ezra) shows the continuity of God's plan and the faithfulness of His people across generations. This encourages us to see our place in the ongoing account of God's work in the world.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
and their associates:
וַאֲחֵיהֶ֑ם (wa·’ă·ḥê·hem)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 251: A brother, )

Shebaniah,
שְׁבַנְיָ֧ה (šə·ḇan·yāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7645: Shebaniah -- the name of several Israelites

Hodiah,
הֽוֹדִיָּ֛ה (hō·w·ḏî·yāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1940: Hodiah -- Hodiah

Kelita,
קְלִיטָ֖א (qə·lî·ṭā)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7042: Kelita -- a Levite

Pelaiah,
פְּלָאיָ֥ה (pə·lā·yāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6411: Pelaiah -- a man of Judah

Hanan,
חָנָֽן׃ (ḥā·nān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2605: Hanan -- 'gracious', the name of several Israelites


Links
Nehemiah 10:10 NIV
Nehemiah 10:10 NLT
Nehemiah 10:10 ESV
Nehemiah 10:10 NASB
Nehemiah 10:10 KJV

Nehemiah 10:10 BibleApps.com
Nehemiah 10:10 Biblia Paralela
Nehemiah 10:10 Chinese Bible
Nehemiah 10:10 French Bible
Nehemiah 10:10 Catholic Bible

OT History: Nehemiah 10:10 And their brothers Shebaniah Hodiah Kelita Pelaiah (Neh Ne)
Nehemiah 10:9
Top of Page
Top of Page