Nehemiah 12:20
New International Version
of Sallu’s, Kallai; of Amok’s, Eber;

New Living Translation
Kallai was leader of the family of Sallu. Eber was leader of the family of Amok.

English Standard Version
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

Berean Standard Bible
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

King James Bible
Of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

New King James Version
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

New American Standard Bible
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

NASB 1995
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

NASB 1977
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

Legacy Standard Bible
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

Amplified Bible
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

Christian Standard Bible
Kallai of Sallai, Eber of Amok,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Kallai of Sallai, Eber of Amok,

American Standard Version
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

Contemporary English Version
Kallai of Sallai, Eber of Amok,

English Revised Version
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
from Sallai, Kallai; from Amok, Eber;

International Standard Version
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

Majority Standard Bible
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

NET Bible
of Sallu, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

New Heart English Bible
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

Webster's Bible Translation
Of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

World English Bible
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

Young's Literal Translation
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

Smith's Literal Translation
To Sallai, Kallai; to Amok, Eber;
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Of Sellai, Celai: of Amoc, Heber:

Catholic Public Domain Version
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

New American Bible
for Sallu, Kallai; for Amok, Eber;

New Revised Standard Version
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Sallai, Kallai, Amok, Ebid;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Seli, Qeli, Emuq, Ebid
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
to Salai, Callai; to Amec, Abed;

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Priests and Levites who Returned
19of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi; 20of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber; 21of Hilkiah, Hashabiah; and of Jedaiah, Nethanel.…

Cross References
Nehemiah 7:39-42
The priests: the descendants of Jedaiah (through the house of Jeshua), 973; / the descendants of Immer, 1,052; / the descendants of Pashhur, 1,247; ...

Nehemiah 10:1-8
Now these were the ones who sealed the document: Nehemiah the governor, son of Hacaliah, and also Zedekiah, / Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah, / Pashhur, Amariah, Malchijah, ...

Ezra 2:36-39
The priests: The descendants of Jedaiah (through the house of Jeshua), 973; / the descendants of Immer, 1,052; / the descendants of Pashhur, 1,247; ...

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. ...

1 Chronicles 9:10-13
From the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, and Jachin; / Azariah son of Hilkiah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Zadok, the son of Meraioth, the son of Ahitub, the chief official of God’s temple; / Adaiah son of Jeroham, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malchijah; Maasai son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Meshillemith, the son of Immer; ...

2 Chronicles 31:15-19
Under his authority, Eden, Miniamin, Jeshua, Shemaiah, Amariah, and Shecaniah faithfully distributed portions to their fellow priests in their cities, according to their divisions, old and young alike. / In addition, they distributed portions to the males registered by genealogy who were three years of age or older—to all who would enter the house of the LORD for their daily duties for service in the responsibilities of their divisions— / and to the priests enrolled according to their families in the genealogy, as well as to the Levites twenty years of age or older, according to their responsibilities and divisions. ...

Ezra 8:1-20
These are the family heads and genealogical records of those who returned with me from Babylon during the reign of King Artaxerxes: / from the descendants of Phinehas, Gershom; from the descendants of Ithamar, Daniel; from the descendants of David, Hattush / of the descendants of Shecaniah; from the descendants of Parosh, Zechariah, and with him were registered 150 men; ...

Numbers 3:5-10
Then the LORD said to Moses, / “Bring the tribe of Levi and present them to Aaron the priest to assist him. / They are to perform duties for him and for the whole congregation before the Tent of Meeting, attending to the service of the tabernacle. ...

Numbers 18:1-7
So the LORD said to Aaron, “You and your sons and your father’s house must bear the iniquity involving the sanctuary. And you and your sons alone must bear the iniquity involving your priesthood. / But bring with you also your brothers from the tribe of Levi, the tribe of your father, that they may join you and assist you and your sons before the Tent of the Testimony. / And they shall attend to your duties and to all the duties of the Tent; but they must not come near to the furnishings of the sanctuary or the altar, or both they and you will die. ...

1 Chronicles 23:1-6
When David was old and full of years, he installed his son Solomon as king over Israel. / Then he gathered all the leaders of Israel, as well as the priests and Levites. / The Levites thirty years of age or older were counted, and the total number of men was 38,000. ...

1 Chronicles 6:1-15
The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. / The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. / The children of Amram: Aaron, Moses, and Miriam. The sons of Aaron: Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. ...

2 Chronicles 8:14
In keeping with the ordinances of his father David, Solomon appointed the divisions of the priests over their service, and the Levites for their duties to offer praise and to minister before the priests according to the daily requirement. He also appointed gatekeepers by their divisions at each gate, for this had been the command of David, the man of God.

Matthew 1:1-17
This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: / Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. / Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. ...

Luke 3:23-38
Jesus Himself was about thirty years old when He began His ministry. He was regarded as the son of Joseph, the son of Heli, / the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the son of Joseph, / the son of Mattathias, the son of Amos, the son of Nahum, the son of Esli, the son of Naggai, ...

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.


Treasury of Scripture

Of Sallai, Kallai; of Amok, Eber;

Sallai.

Nehemiah 12:7
Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, Jedaiah. These were the chief of the priests and of their brethren in the days of Jeshua.

Sallu.

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Nehemiah 12
1. The priests and the Levites which came up with Zerubbabel.
10. The succession of high priests.
22. Certain chief Levites.
27. The solemnity of the dedication of the walls.
44. The offices of priests and Levites appointed in the temple.














of Sallai
The name "Sallai" is derived from the Hebrew root "סַלַּי" (Sallay), which means "basket-maker" or "weaver." This name is significant as it reflects the occupational or familial heritage of the individual. In the context of Nehemiah, Sallai represents one of the priestly families that returned from the Babylonian exile. The mention of Sallai underscores the importance of lineage and the restoration of religious order in Jerusalem. It highlights the continuity of faith and tradition, emphasizing the role of each family in the spiritual rebuilding of the community.

Kallai
"Kallai" is a name that appears only in this context, and its exact meaning is uncertain. However, it is likely derived from a root that suggests "swift" or "light." The inclusion of Kallai in this list of priests signifies the diversity and richness of the priestly lineage. It serves as a reminder of the varied gifts and talents within the body of believers, each contributing uniquely to the worship and service of God. This diversity is a testament to the unity and strength found in the collective dedication to God's work.

of Amok
The name "Amok" comes from the Hebrew "עָמוֹק" (Amowq), meaning "deep" or "profound." This name may symbolize the depth of commitment and understanding required of those in spiritual leadership. Amok's mention in the priestly lineage highlights the depth of faith and the profound responsibility carried by the priests in guiding the people. It serves as an inspiration for believers to seek a deeper relationship with God, rooted in wisdom and understanding.

Eber
"Eber" is a name that means "the region beyond" or "one who crosses over," derived from the Hebrew "עֵבֶר" (Eber). This name is historically significant, as it is associated with the ancestors of the Hebrew people, emphasizing the theme of transition and crossing into new phases of life. In the context of Nehemiah, Eber represents the continuation of the priestly line and the crossing over from exile to restoration. It symbolizes hope and the fulfillment of God's promises, encouraging believers to trust in God's faithfulness as they journey through life's transitions.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
of Sallu,
לְסַלַּ֥י (lə·sal·lay)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5543: Sallai -- an Israelite priest

Kallai;
קַלָּ֖י (qal·lāy)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7040: Kallai -- an Israelite priest

of Amok,
לְעָמ֥וֹק (lə·‘ā·mō·wq)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5987: Amok -- 'deep', an Israelite priest

Eber;
עֵֽבֶר׃ (‘ê·ḇer)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5677: Eber -- 'region beyond', a descendant of Shem, also the name of several Israelites


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