Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Hanan, Giddel, Gahar, New Living Translation Hanan, Giddel, Gahar, English Standard Version the sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar, Berean Standard Bible the descendants of Hanan, the descendants of Giddel, the descendants of Gahar, King James Bible The children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar, New King James Version the sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar, New American Standard Bible the sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar, NASB 1995 the sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar, NASB 1977 the sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar, Legacy Standard Bible the sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar, Amplified Bible the sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar, Christian Standard Bible Hanan’s descendants, Giddel’s descendants, Gahar’s descendants, Holman Christian Standard Bible Hanan’s descendants, Giddel’s descendants, Gahar’s descendants, American Standard Version the children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar, English Revised Version the children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar; GOD'S WORD® Translation Hanan, Giddel, Gahar, International Standard Version Descendants of Hanan, Giddel, and Gahar. Majority Standard Bible the descendants of Hanan, the descendants of Giddel, the descendants of Gahar, NET Bible the descendants of Hanan, the descendants of Giddel, the descendants of Gahar, New Heart English Bible the descendants of Hanan, the descendants of Giddel, the descendants of Gahar, Webster's Bible Translation The children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar, World English Bible the children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionsons of Hanan, sons of Giddel, sons of Gahar, Young's Literal Translation sons of Hanan, sons of Giddel, sons of Gahar, Smith's Literal Translation The sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe children of Hanan, the children of Geddel, the children of Gaher, Catholic Public Domain Version the sons of Hanan, the sons of Giddel, the sons of Gahar, New American Bible descendants of Hanan, descendants of Giddel, descendants of Gahar, New Revised Standard Version of Hanan, of Giddel, of Gahar, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe descendants of Hanan, the descendants of Ada, the descendants of Hagar. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The children of Khanani, the children of Adda, the children of Khagar OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917the children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar; Brenton Septuagint Translation the children of Anan, the children of Gadel, the children of Gaar, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The List of Returning Exiles…48the descendants of Lebanah, the descendants of Hagabah, the descendants of Shalmai, 49the descendants of Hanan, the descendants of Giddel, the descendants of Gahar, 50the descendants of Reaiah, the descendants of Rezin, the descendants of Nekoda,… Cross References Ezra 2:42 The gatekeepers: the descendants of Shallum, the descendants of Ater, the descendants of Talmon, the descendants of Akkub, the descendants of Hatita, and the descendants of Shobai, 139 in all. Nehemiah 11:19 And the gatekeepers: Akkub, Talmon, and their associates, who kept watch at the gates—172 men. 1 Chronicles 9:17-18 These were the gatekeepers: Shallum, Akkub, Talmon, Ahiman, and their relatives. Shallum was their chief; / he was previously stationed at the King’s Gate on the east side. These were the gatekeepers from the camp of the Levites. 1 Chronicles 26:1-19 These were the divisions of the gatekeepers: From the Korahites: Meshelemiah son of Kore, one of the sons of Asaph. / Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, / Elam the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, and Eliehoenai the seventh. ... 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. 2 Chronicles 23:19 He stationed gatekeepers at the gates of the house of the LORD, so that no one who was in any way unclean could enter. 2 Chronicles 31:14 Kore son of Imnah the Levite, the keeper of the East Gate, was in charge of the freewill offerings given to God, distributing the contributions to the LORD and the consecrated gifts. 1 Chronicles 23:5 4,000 are to be gatekeepers, and 4,000 are to praise the LORD with the instruments I have made for giving praise.” 1 Chronicles 9:22-24 The number of those chosen to be gatekeepers at the thresholds was 212. They were registered by genealogy in their villages. David and Samuel the seer had appointed them to their positions of trust. / So they and their descendants were assigned to guard the gates of the house of the LORD—the house called the Tent. / The gatekeepers were stationed on the four sides: east, west, north, and south. 1 Chronicles 15:18 and with them their brothers next in rank: Zechariah, Jaaziel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Unni, Eliab, Benaiah, Maaseiah, Mattithiah, Eliphelehu, Mikneiah, and the gatekeepers Obed-edom and Jeiel. 1 Chronicles 15:23-24 Berechiah and Elkanah were to be guardians of the ark. / Shebaniah, Joshaphat, Nethanel, Amasai, Zechariah, Benaiah, and Eliezer—the priests—were to blow the trumpets before the ark of God. Obed-edom and Jehiah were also to be guardians of the ark. 1 Chronicles 16:38 along with Obed-edom and his sixty-eight relatives. Obed-edom son of Jeduthun, and also Hosah, were to be gatekeepers. 1 Chronicles 26:12-19 These divisions of the gatekeepers, through their chief men, had duties for ministering in the house of the LORD, just as their relatives did. / They cast lots for each gate, according to their families, young and old alike. / The lot for the East Gate fell to Shelemiah. Then lots were cast for his son Zechariah, a wise counselor, and the lot for the North Gate fell to him. ... 2 Kings 25:18 The captain of the guard also took away Seraiah the chief priest, Zephaniah the priest of second rank, and the three doorkeepers. 2 Chronicles 35:15 The singers, the descendants of Asaph, were at their stations according to the command of David, Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun the king’s seer. And the gatekeepers at each gate did not need to leave their posts, because their fellow Levites made preparations for them. Treasury of Scripture The children of Hanan, the children of Giddel, the children of Gahar, Jump to Previous Children Gahar Giddel HananJump to Next Children Gahar Giddel HananNehemiah 7 1. Nehemiah commits the charge of Jerusalem to Hanani and Hananiah5. A register of the genealogy of them which came at the first out of Babylon 9. of the people 39. of the priests 43. of the Levites 46. of the Nethinims 57. of Solomon's servants 63. and of the priests which could not find their pedigree 66. The whole number of them, with their substance 70. Their offerings the descendants of Hanan The name "Hanan" appears multiple times in the Old Testament, often associated with individuals who served in various capacities within the community of Israel. In the context of Nehemiah 7, Hanan is listed among those who returned from the Babylonian exile. This reflects the restoration of the Jewish community in Jerusalem and the reestablishment of their identity. The name Hanan means "gracious" or "merciful," which may symbolize God's grace in allowing the return of His people. This return fulfills prophecies such as those found in Jeremiah 29:10, where God promises to bring His people back after 70 years of exile. the descendants of Giddel the descendants of Gahar Persons / Places / Events 1. HananA name meaning "gracious" or "merciful" in Hebrew. The descendants of Hanan were part of the group returning from Babylonian exile, indicating their role in the restoration of Jerusalem. 2. Giddel This name means "great" or "large" in Hebrew. The descendants of Giddel were also among those who returned to help rebuild the community and the temple. 3. Gahar The name Gahar is less common, but it signifies a family line that was part of the returning exiles, contributing to the re-establishment of Israel's identity and worship practices. Teaching Points Faithfulness in Small RolesThe mention of these families, though seemingly minor, underscores the importance of every individual's contribution to God's work. No role is too small in the Kingdom of God. Heritage and Identity Understanding our spiritual heritage can strengthen our identity in Christ. Just as these families were part of a larger account, so are we in God's redemptive plan. Community Restoration The collective effort of these families in rebuilding Jerusalem serves as a model for how the church can work together to restore and build up the community of faith. God's Faithfulness The return of these families from exile is a testament to God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises, encouraging us to trust in His plans for our lives. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew the descendantsבְּנֵי־ (bə·nê-) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son of Hanan, חָנָ֥ן (ḥā·nān) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2605: Hanan -- 'gracious', the name of several Israelites the descendants בְּנֵי־ (bə·nê-) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son of Giddel, גִדֵּ֖ל (ḡid·dêl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1435: Giddel -- 'very great', one of the Nethinim, also one of Solomon's servants the descendants בְּנֵי־ (bə·nê-) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son of Gahar, גָֽחַר׃ (ḡā·ḥar) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1515: Gahar -- 'lurker', an Israelite Links Nehemiah 7:49 NIVNehemiah 7:49 NLT Nehemiah 7:49 ESV Nehemiah 7:49 NASB Nehemiah 7:49 KJV Nehemiah 7:49 BibleApps.com Nehemiah 7:49 Biblia Paralela Nehemiah 7:49 Chinese Bible Nehemiah 7:49 French Bible Nehemiah 7:49 Catholic Bible OT History: Nehemiah 7:49 The children of Hanan the children (Neh Ne) |