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
Sallai is a name that appears in the genealogical records of the Levites. The Levites were a tribe set apart for religious duties and temple service in Israel. This mention highlights the importance of maintaining a record of those who served in the temple, ensuring the continuity of worship and adherence to the Law. The name Sallai may be linked to the Hebrew root meaning "to lift up," which could symbolize the role of the Levites in elevating the spiritual life of the community.

Kallai
Kallai is another Levite mentioned in the genealogical records. The inclusion of such names underscores the meticulous nature of the chronicling of priestly and Levitical lines, which was crucial for maintaining the purity and legitimacy of temple service. This reflects the broader biblical theme of God's concern for order and holiness in worship. The name Kallai may be derived from a root meaning "swift" or "light," possibly indicating the zeal expected of those serving in the temple.

of Amok
Amok is listed among the priestly divisions. The division of priests into courses was established by King David and continued through the post-exilic period, as seen in Nehemiah. This system ensured that the temple was always staffed by qualified individuals, reflecting the organized and communal nature of worship in Israel. The name Amok might be related to a root meaning "deep" or "profound," suggesting the depth of commitment required for those in priestly service.

Eber
Eber is another name in the list of Levites. The mention of Eber, like the others, serves to affirm the continuity of the Levitical line and the fulfillment of God's promises to maintain a priesthood. Eber is also a name associated with the ancestors of the Hebrew people, linking the post-exilic community to their patriarchal heritage. This connection emphasizes the faithfulness of God in preserving His people and their worship practices throughout history.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Sallai
A priestly family mentioned in the context of the priestly divisions. The name Sallai is associated with the priestly lineage and duties in the temple.

2. Kallai
Another priestly family or individual, possibly a leader or head of a priestly division. The name signifies the continuation of the priestly service and heritage.

3. Amok
A priestly family or individual, indicating the structured organization of the priesthood during Nehemiah's time.

4. Eber
A priestly family or individual, representing the dedication to maintaining the religious and spiritual practices of the Israelites.

5. Priestly Divisions
The context of this verse is the listing of priestly divisions, which were essential for the orderly conduct of temple services and religious observances in Jerusalem.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Order in Worship
The structured divisions of priests emphasize the importance of order and organization in worship. This reflects God's nature as a God of order and not chaos.

Continuity of Faithful Service
The mention of specific priestly families underscores the continuity of faithful service across generations. It encourages believers to maintain their spiritual heritage and pass it on to future generations.

Role of Leadership in Spiritual Life
The leaders of these priestly families played crucial roles in guiding the spiritual life of the community. This highlights the importance of godly leadership in the church today.

Commitment to God's Work
The dedication of these families to their priestly duties serves as a model for believers to commit wholeheartedly to the work God has called them to do.

Community and Collective Worship
The collective effort of these priestly families in worship and service illustrates the importance of community in the life of faith. Believers are encouraged to engage actively in their faith communities.

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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