Nehemiah 10:6
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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

NASB 1995
Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

NASB 1977
Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch;

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

Young's Literal Translation
Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,
Catholic Translations
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Daniel, Genthon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

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Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Daniel, Gebiton, Baruch,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Daniel, Gebithun, Baruk
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Daniel, Gannathon, Baruch,

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Context
Signers of the Covenant
5Harim, Meremoth, Obadiah, 6Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch, 7Meshullam, Abijah, Mijamin,…

Cross References
Ezra 2:2
accompanied by Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Seraiah, Reelaiah, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispar, Bigvai, Rehum, and Baanah. This is the count of the men of Israel:

Nehemiah 7:7
accompanied by Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, and Baanah. This is the count of the men of Israel:

Nehemiah 12:1
Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra,

Nehemiah 12:12
In the days of Joiakim, these were the heads of the priestly families: of the family of Seraiah, Meraiah; of Jeremiah, Hananiah;

Nehemiah 12:26
They served in the days of Joiakim son of Jeshua, the son of Jozadak, and in the days of Nehemiah the governor and Ezra the priest and scribe.

Ezra 10:18-19
Among the descendants of the priests who had married foreign women were found these descendants of Jeshua son of Jozadak and his brothers: Maaseiah, Eliezer, Jarib, and Gedaliah. / They pledged to send their wives away, and for their guilt they presented a ram from the flock as a guilt offering.

1 Chronicles 9:1-2
So all Israel was recorded in the genealogies written in the Book of the Kings of Israel. But Judah was exiled to Babylon because of their unfaithfulness. / Now the first to resettle their own property in their cities were Israelites, priests, Levites, and temple servants.

1 Chronicles 24:1-19
These were the divisions of the descendants of Aaron. The sons of Aaron were Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. / But Nadab and Abihu died before their father did, and they had no sons; so Eleazar and Ithamar served as priests. / With the help of Eleazar’s descendant Zadok and Ithamar’s descendant Ahimelech, David divided them according to the offices of their service. ...

2 Chronicles 31:19
As for the priests, the descendants of Aaron, who lived on the farmlands around each of their cities or in any other city, men were designated by name to distribute a portion to every male among the priests and to every Levite listed by the genealogies.

2 Chronicles 35:4
Prepare yourselves by families in your divisions, according to the instructions written by David king of Israel and Solomon his son.

Matthew 1:12-16
After the exile to Babylon: Jeconiah was the father of Shealtiel, Shealtiel the father of Zerubbabel, / Zerubbabel the father of Abiud, Abiud the father of Eliakim, and Eliakim the father of Azor. / Azor was the father of Zadok, Zadok the father of Achim, and Achim the father of Eliud. ...

Luke 3:27
the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri,

Acts 6:7
So the word of God continued to spread. The number of disciples in Jerusalem grew rapidly, and a great number of priests became obedient to the faith.

Romans 11:1-5
I ask then, did God reject His people? Certainly not! I am an Israelite myself, a descendant of Abraham, from the tribe of Benjamin. / God did not reject His people, whom He foreknew. Do you not know what the Scripture says about Elijah, how he appealed to God against Israel: / “Lord, they have killed Your prophets and torn down Your altars. I am the only one left, and they are seeking my life as well”? ...

1 Corinthians 9:13-14
Do you not know that those who work in the temple eat of its food, and those who serve at the altar partake of its offerings? / In the same way, the Lord has prescribed that those who preach the gospel should receive their living from the gospel.


Treasury of Scripture

Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch,

Ginnethon.

Nehemiah 12:4
Iddo, Ginnetho, Abijah,

Ginnetho.

Nehemiah 3:20
After him Baruch the son of Zabbai earnestly repaired the other piece, from the turning of the wall unto the door of the house of Eliashib the high priest.

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Nehemiah 10
1. The names of those who sealed the covenant.
29. The points of the covenant.














Daniel
Daniel is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "God is my judge." It is a common name in the Old Testament, most notably associated with the prophet Daniel, who was taken into Babylonian captivity. The mention of Daniel here in Nehemiah 10:6 is likely a different individual, possibly a priest or leader during the time of Nehemiah. This reflects the continuity of Jewish leadership and the importance of maintaining religious and cultural identity during the post-exilic period.

Ginnethon
Ginnethon is a name that appears in the context of the priestly families. It is likely that Ginnethon was a priest or a Levite, as the list in Nehemiah 10 includes many such individuals who were part of the covenant renewal. This highlights the role of the priesthood in guiding the spiritual and communal life of the Israelites, especially during the rebuilding of Jerusalem and the re-establishment of the Law.

Baruch
Baruch, meaning "blessed" in Hebrew, is a name associated with several biblical figures. The most notable Baruch is the scribe and companion of the prophet Jeremiah. In Nehemiah 10, Baruch is likely a leader or influential figure involved in the covenant renewal. This reflects the importance of scribes and scholars in preserving and teaching the Law, ensuring that the community remained faithful to God's commandments. The presence of such figures underscores the emphasis on education and adherence to the Torah during the post-exilic restoration.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Daniel
While this name is common, it is not the same Daniel as the prophet known for his time in the lion's den. This Daniel is one of the leaders who sealed the covenant in Nehemiah's time, committing to follow God's law.

2. Ginnethon
Another leader who signed the covenant. Not much is known about him outside of this context, but his inclusion signifies his role in the community's spiritual renewal.

3. Baruch
Like Daniel and Ginnethon, Baruch is a leader who signed the covenant. This Baruch is not to be confused with Baruch, the scribe of Jeremiah. His presence here indicates his commitment to the covenant and the community's dedication to God's law.
Teaching Points
Commitment to God's Law
The leaders' signing of the covenant represents a public commitment to follow God's law. As believers, we are called to make a personal and communal commitment to live according to God's Word.

Leadership in Spiritual Renewal
The involvement of leaders like Daniel, Ginnethon, and Baruch highlights the importance of leadership in guiding spiritual renewal. Leaders in the church today should model and encourage a return to biblical principles.

Community Accountability
The covenant was a communal act, showing the importance of accountability within the body of believers. We should support and hold each other accountable in our walk with Christ.

Historical Continuity of God's Covenant
The renewal of the covenant in Nehemiah's time is part of the larger biblical account of God's faithfulness and the people's need to return to Him. This reminds us of the continuity of God's promises and our need for continual renewal.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Daniel,
דָּנִיֵּ֥אל (dā·nî·yêl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1840: Daniel -- 'God is my judge', the name of several Israelites

Ginnethon,
גִּנְּת֖וֹן (gin·nə·ṯō·wn)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1599: Ginnethon -- an Israelite priest

Baruch,
בָּרֽוּךְ׃ (bā·rūḵ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1263: Baruch -- 'blessed', three Israelites


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