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class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/ezra/2.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Uzza, Paseah, Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/ezra/2.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Uzza, Paseah, Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/ezra/2.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />the sons of Uzza, the sons of Paseah, the sons of Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/ezra/2.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />the descendants of Uzza, the descendants of Paseah, the descendants of Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/ezra/2.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/ezra/2.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />the sons of Uzza, the sons of Paseah, the sons of Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/ezra/2.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />the sons of Uzza, the sons of Paseah, the sons of Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/ezra/2.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />the sons of Uzza, the sons of Paseah, the sons of Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/ezra/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />the sons of Uzza, the sons of Paseah, the sons of Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/ezra/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />the sons of Uzza, the sons of Paseah, the sons of Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/ezra/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />the sons of Uzza, Paseah, Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/ezra/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Uzza’s descendants, Paseah’s descendants, Besai’s descendants,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/ezra/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Uzza&#8217s descendants, Paseah&#8217s descendants, Besai&#8217s descendants, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/ezra/2.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />the children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/ezra/2.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />the children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/ezra/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Uzza, Paseah, Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/ezra/2.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Descendants of Uzza, Paseah, and Besai.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/ezra/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />the descendants of Uzza, the descendants of Paseah, the descendants of Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/ezra/2.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />the descendants of Uzzah, the descendants of Paseah, the descendants of Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/ezra/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />the descendants of Uzza, the descendants of Paseah, the descendants of Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/ezra/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/ezra/2.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />the children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai, <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/ezra/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />sons of Uzza, sons of Paseah, sons of Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/ezra/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Sons of Uzza, sons of Paseah, sons of Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/ezra/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />The sons of Uzza, the sons of Paseah, the sons of Besai,<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/ezra/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The children of Asa, the children of Phasea, the children of Besee, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/ezra/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />the sons of Uzza, the sons of Paseah, the sons of Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/ezra/2.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />descendants of Uzza, descendants of Paseah, descendants of Besai,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/ezra/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Uzza, Paseah, Besai,<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/ezra/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The descendants of Uzza, the descendants of Patah, the children of Basaz,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/ezra/2.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The children of Aza, the children of Patakh, the children of Basaz,<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/ezra/2.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />the children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/ezra/2.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />the children of Azo, the children of Phase, the children of Basi,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/ezra/2-49.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/sh6ec6iQe9M?start=395" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/ezra/2.htm">The List of Returning Exiles</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">48</span>the descendants of Rezin, the descendants of Nekoda, the descendants of Gazzam, <span class="reftext">49</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: bə·nê- (N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">the descendants</a> <a href="/hebrew/5798.htm" title="5798: ‘uz·zā (N-proper-ms) -- Uzza -- four Israelites">of Uzza,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ḇə·nê- (N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">the descendants</a> <a href="/hebrew/6454.htm" title="6454: p̄ā·sê·aḥ (N-proper-ms) -- Limper, three Isr. From pacach; limping; Paseach, the name of two Israelites.">of Paseah,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: bə·nê (N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">the descendants</a> <a href="/hebrew/1153.htm" title="1153: ḇê·sāy (N-proper-ms) -- One of the Nethinim. From buwc; domineering; Besai, one of the Nethinim.">of Besai,</a> </span><span class="reftext">50</span>the descendants of Asnah, the descendants of Meunim, the descendants of Nephusim,…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-51.htm">Nehemiah 7:51</a></span><br />the descendants of Gazzam, the descendants of Uzza, the descendants of Paseah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-52.htm">Nehemiah 7:52</a></span><br />the descendants of Besai, the descendants of Meunim, the descendants of Nephushesim,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-53.htm">Nehemiah 7:53</a></span><br />the descendants of Bakbuk, the descendants of Hakupha, the descendants of Harhur,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-54.htm">Nehemiah 7:54</a></span><br />the descendants of Bazlith, the descendants of Mehida, the descendants of Harsha,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-55.htm">Nehemiah 7:55</a></span><br />the descendants of Barkos, the descendants of Sisera, the descendants of Temah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-56.htm">Nehemiah 7:56</a></span><br />the descendants of Neziah, and the descendants of Hatipha.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-57.htm">Nehemiah 7:57</a></span><br />The descendants of the servants of Solomon: the descendants of Sotai, the descendants of Sophereth, the descendants of Perida,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-58.htm">Nehemiah 7:58</a></span><br />the descendants of Jaala, the descendants of Darkon, the descendants of Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-59.htm">Nehemiah 7:59</a></span><br />the descendants of Shephatiah, the descendants of Hattil, the descendants of Pochereth-hazzebaim, and the descendants of Amon.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-60.htm">Nehemiah 7:60</a></span><br />The temple servants and descendants of the servants of Solomon numbered 392 in all.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-61.htm">Nehemiah 7:61</a></span><br />The following came up from Tel-melah, Tel-harsha, Cherub, Addon, and Immer, but they could not prove that their families were descended from Israel:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-62.htm">Nehemiah 7:62</a></span><br />the descendants of Delaiah, the descendants of Tobiah, and the descendants of Nekoda, 642 in all.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-63.htm">Nehemiah 7:63</a></span><br />And from among the priests: the descendants of Hobaiah, the descendants of Hakkoz, and the descendants of Barzillai (who had married a daughter of Barzillai the Gileadite and was called by their name).<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-64.htm">Nehemiah 7:64</a></span><br />These men searched for their family records, but they could not find them and so were excluded from the priesthood as unclean.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-65.htm">Nehemiah 7:65</a></span><br />The governor ordered them not to eat the most holy things until there was a priest to consult the Urim and Thummim.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai,</p><p class="hdg">Paseah</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/nehemiah/7-51.htm">Nehemiah 7:51</a></b></br> The children of Gazzam, the children of Uzza, the children of Phaseah,</p><p class="hdg">Phaseah </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/nehemiah/7-52.htm">Besai</a> <a href="/ezra/2-48.htm">Children</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/4-12.htm">Paseah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/4-12.htm">Pase'ah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/7-51.htm">Phaseah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/13-11.htm">Uzza</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/nehemiah/7-52.htm">Besai</a> <a href="/ezra/2-50.htm">Children</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-6.htm">Paseah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-6.htm">Pase'ah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/7-51.htm">Phaseah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/7-51.htm">Uzza</a><div class="vheading2">Ezra 2</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/ezra/2-1.htm">The number that return of the people</a></span><br><span class="reftext">36. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/ezra/2-36.htm">of the priests</a></span><br><span class="reftext">40. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/ezra/2-40.htm">of the Levites</a></span><br><span class="reftext">43. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/ezra/2-43.htm">of the Nethinims</a></span><br><span class="reftext">55. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/ezra/2-55.htm">of Solomon's servants</a></span><br><span class="reftext">61. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/ezra/2-61.htm">of the priests who could not show their pedigree</a></span><br><span class="reftext">64. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/ezra/2-64.htm">The whole number of them, with their substance</a></span><br><span class="reftext">68. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/ezra/2-68.htm">Their offerings</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 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class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/ezra/2.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/ezra/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/ezra/2.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>the descendants of Uzza</b><br>The name "Uzza" is associated with several individuals in the Old Testament, but here it refers to a family group returning from Babylonian exile. The name means "strength" or "power," which may reflect the character or aspirations of this family. In the context of the return from exile, the descendants of Uzza were part of the larger group of Israelites who were re-establishing their identity and religious practices in Jerusalem. This return was a fulfillment of God's promise to restore His people after the Babylonian captivity, as prophesied in <a href="/jeremiah/29-10.htm">Jeremiah 29:10-14</a>. The inclusion of Uzza's descendants highlights the diverse makeup of the returning exiles, emphasizing that God's covenant community was being reconstituted with a variety of families and tribes.<p><b>the descendants of Paseah</b><br>The name "Paseah" means "limping" or "lame," which might have been a descriptive name or a family characteristic. This family is also mentioned in <a href="/nehemiah/3-6.htm">Nehemiah 3:6</a>, where a member of the Paseah family is involved in the repair of the Old Gate during the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls. This connection underscores the active role that the descendants of Paseah played in the physical and spiritual restoration of Jerusalem. Their participation in the rebuilding efforts reflects the broader theme of renewal and redemption that runs throughout the post-exilic period. The return from exile and the rebuilding of the city and temple were seen as acts of faithfulness to God's covenant, and the descendants of Paseah contributed to this significant period in Israel's history.<p><b>the descendants of Besai</b><br>The name "Besai" is less common, and its meaning is uncertain, though it may be related to the word for "egg" or "swelling." The descendants of Besai are listed among the temple servants in <a href="/ezra/2-43.htm">Ezra 2:43-54</a>, indicating their role in supporting the religious functions of the temple. This group, known as the Nethinim, was responsible for various tasks related to temple worship and maintenance. Their inclusion in the list of returnees highlights the importance of worship and the centrality of the temple in the life of the post-exilic community. The descendants of Besai, like other temple servants, played a crucial role in re-establishing the sacrificial system and religious practices that were central to Israel's identity as God's chosen people. This reflects the broader biblical theme of service and dedication to God's purposes, which is exemplified in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ, who came not to be served but to serve (<a href="/mark/10-45.htm">Mark 10:45</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/u/uzza.htm">Uzza</a></b><br>A name that appears in the genealogical records of the returning exiles. The name "Uzza" is derived from the Hebrew root (oz), meaning "strength" or "might." This could symbolize the strength of the people in maintaining their identity and faith during the exile.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/p/paseah.htm">Paseah</a></b><br>Another family listed among the returning exiles. The name "Paseah" comes from the Hebrew root (pasach), which can mean "lame" or "limping." This might reflect a humble or weakened state, yet they are part of the restoration process.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/b/besai.htm">Besai</a></b><br>A family group mentioned in the list of exiles. The name "Besai" is less clear in its meaning but is part of the collective memory and identity of the returning community.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_heritage.htm">The Importance of Heritage</a></b><br>The genealogies in Ezra remind us of the importance of knowing our spiritual heritage. Just as the Israelites valued their lineage, Christians are encouraged to understand their spiritual ancestry in Christ.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_faithfulness_in_restoration.htm">God's Faithfulness in Restoration</a></b><br>The return of the exiles is a testament to God's faithfulness. Despite their past, God restores His people, which is a powerful reminder of His grace and mercy in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/strength_in_weakness.htm">Strength in Weakness</a></b><br>The names listed, such as Paseah, remind us that God often uses those who are weak or humble to accomplish His purposes. Our limitations can be opportunities for God's strength to be displayed.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_and_identity.htm">Community and Identity</a></b><br>The collective return of these families highlights the importance of community in the journey of faith. We are called to support and encourage one another as we walk with God.<a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/ezra/2-49.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">the descendants</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּנֵי־</span> <span class="translit">(bə·nê-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Uzza,</span><br /><span class="heb">עֻזָּ֥א</span> <span class="translit">(‘uz·zā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5798.htm">Strong's 5798: </a> </span><span class="str2">Uzza -- four Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the descendants</span><br /><span class="heb">בְנֵי־</span> <span class="translit">(ḇə·nê-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Paseah,</span><br /><span class="heb">פָסֵ֖חַ</span> <span class="translit">(p̄ā·sê·aḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6454.htm">Strong's 6454: </a> </span><span class="str2">Paseah -- 'limper', three Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the descendants</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּנֵ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(bə·nê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Besai,</span><br /><span class="heb">בֵסָֽי׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḇê·sāy)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1153.htm">Strong's 1153: </a> </span><span class="str2">Besai -- one of the Nethinim</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/ezra/2-49.htm">Ezra 2:49 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/ezra/2-49.htm">Ezra 2:49 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/ezra/2-49.htm">Ezra 2:49 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/ezra/2-49.htm">Ezra 2:49 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/ezra/2-49.htm">Ezra 2:49 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/ezra/2-49.htm">Ezra 2:49 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/ezra/2-49.htm">Ezra 2:49 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/ezra/2-49.htm">Ezra 2:49 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/ezra/2-49.htm">Ezra 2:49 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/ezra/2-49.htm">Ezra 2:49 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/ezra/2-49.htm">OT History: Ezra 2:49 The children of Uzza the children (Ezr. 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