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Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/ezra/7.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />the son of Amariah, the son of Azariah, the son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/ezra/7.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />son of Amariah, son of Azariah, son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/ezra/7.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />son of Amariah, son of Azariah, son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/ezra/7.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />son of Amariah, son of Azariah, son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/ezra/7.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />son of Amariah, son of Azariah, son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/ezra/7.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />the son of Amariah, the son of Azariah, the son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/ezra/7.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Amariah’s son, Azariah’s son, Meraioth’s son,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/ezra/7.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Amariah&#8217s son, Azariah&#8217s son, Meraioth&#8217s son, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/ezra/7.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />the son of Amariah, the son of Azariah, the son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/ezra/7.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />the son of Amariah, the son of Azariah, the son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/ezra/7.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />who was the son of Amariah, who was the son of Azariah, who was the son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/ezra/7.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />son of Amariah, son of Azariah, son of Meraioth, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/ezra/7.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />son of Amariah, son of Azariah, son of Meraioth, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/ezra/7.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />the son of Amariah, the son of Azariah, the son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/ezra/7.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />who was the son of Amariah, who was the son of Azariah, who was the son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/ezra/7.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />the son of Amariah, the son of Azariah, the son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/ezra/7.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The son of Amariah, the son of Azariah, the son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/ezra/7.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />the son of Amariah, the son of Azariah, the son of Meraioth, <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/ezra/7.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />son of Amariah, son of Azariah, son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/ezra/7.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> son of Amariah, son of Azariah, son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/ezra/7.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Son of Amariah, son of Azariah, son of Meraioth,<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/ezra/7.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The son of Amarias, the son of Azarias, the son of Maraioth, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/ezra/7.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />the son of Amariah, the son of Azariah, the son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/ezra/7.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />son of Amariah, son of Azariah, son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/ezra/7.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />son of Amariah, son of Azariah, son of Meraioth,<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/ezra/7.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The son of Amariah, the son of Azariah, the son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/ezra/7.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Son of Amaryah, son of Azaryah, son of Maryuth,<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/ezra/7.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />the son of Amariah, the son of Azariah, the son of Meraioth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/ezra/7.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />the son of Samarias, the son of Esria, the son of Mareoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/ezra/7-3.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=1591" 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/7.htm">Ezra Goes Up to Jerusalem</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">2</span>the son of Shallum, the son of Zadok, the son of Ahitub, <span class="reftext">3</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ben- (N-msc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">the son</a> <a href="/hebrew/568.htm" title="568: ’ă·mar·yāh (N-proper-ms) -- Or prolonged tamaryahuw; from 'amar and Yahh; Jah has said; Amarjah, the name of nine Israelites.">of Amariah,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ḇen- (N-msc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">the son</a> <a href="/hebrew/5838.htm" title="5838: ‘ă·zar·yāh (N-proper-ms) -- Or mazaryahuw; from azar and Yahh; Jah has helped; Azarjah, the name of nineteen Israelites.">of Azariah,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ben- (N-msc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">the son</a> <a href="/hebrew/4812.htm" title="4812: mə·rā·yō·wṯ (N-proper-ms) -- Desc. of Aaron, also a priestly family. Plural of Mrayah; rebellious; Merajoth, the name of two Israelites.">of Meraioth,</a> </span><span class="reftext">4</span>the son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki,…<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/8-1.htm">Nehemiah 8:1-3</a></span><br />At that time all the people gathered together in the square before the Water Gate, and they asked Ezra the scribe to bring out the Book of the Law of Moses, which the LORD had commanded for Israel. / On the first day of the seventh month, Ezra the priest brought the Law before the assembly of men and women and all who could listen and understand. / So Ezra read it aloud from daybreak until noon as he faced the square before the Water Gate, in front of the men and women and those who could understand. And all the people listened attentively to the Book of the Law.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/17-7.htm">2 Chronicles 17:7-9</a></span><br />In the third year of his reign, Jehoshaphat sent his officials Ben-hail, Obadiah, Zechariah, Nethanel, and Micaiah to teach in the cities of Judah, / accompanied by certain Levites—Shemaiah, Nethaniah, Zebadiah, Asahel, Shemiramoth, Jehonathan, Adonijah, Tobijah, and Tob-adonijah—along with the priests Elishama and Jehoram. / They taught throughout Judah, taking with them the Book of the Law of the LORD. They went throughout the towns of Judah and taught the people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/8-8.htm">Nehemiah 8:8</a></span><br />So they read from the Book of the Law of God, explaining it and giving insight, so that the people could understand what was being read.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/34-29.htm">2 Chronicles 34:29-33</a></span><br />Then the king summoned all the elders of Judah and Jerusalem. / And he went up to the house of the LORD with all the people of Judah and Jerusalem, as well as the priests and the Levites—all the people great and small—and in their hearing he read all the words of the Book of the Covenant that had been found in the house of the LORD. / So the king stood by the pillar and made a covenant before the LORD to follow the LORD and to keep His commandments, decrees, and statutes with all his heart and all his soul, and to carry out the words of the covenant that were written in this book. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/9-3.htm">Nehemiah 9:3</a></span><br />While they stood in their places, they read from the Book of the Law of the LORD their God for a quarter of the day, and they spent another quarter of the day in confession and worship of the LORD their God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/23-1.htm">2 Kings 23:1-3</a></span><br />Then the king summoned all the elders of Judah and Jerusalem. / And he went up to the house of the LORD with all the people of Judah and Jerusalem, as well as the priests and the prophets—all the people small and great—and in their hearing he read all the words of the Book of the Covenant that had been found in the house of the LORD. / So the king stood by the pillar and made a covenant before the LORD to follow the LORD and to keep His commandments, decrees, and statutes with all his heart and all his soul, and to carry out the words of the covenant that were written in this book. And all the people entered into the covenant.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/13-1.htm">Nehemiah 13:1-3</a></span><br />At that time the Book of Moses was read aloud in the hearing of the people, and in it they found the passage stating that no Ammonite or Moabite should ever enter the assembly of God, / because they had not met the Israelites with food and water, but had hired Balaam to call down a curse against them (although our God had turned the curse into a blessing). / As soon as the people heard this law, they excluded from Israel all of foreign descent.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/15-3.htm">2 Chronicles 15:3-4</a></span><br />For many years Israel has been without the true God, without a priest to instruct them, and without the law. / But in their distress they turned to the LORD, the God of Israel, and sought Him, and He was found by them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/8-18.htm">Nehemiah 8:18</a></span><br />Day after day, from the first day to the last, Ezra read from the Book of the Law of God. The Israelites kept the feast for seven days, and on the eighth day they held an assembly, according to the ordinance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/35-1.htm">2 Chronicles 35:1-6</a></span><br />Then Josiah kept the Passover to the LORD in Jerusalem, and the Passover lamb was slaughtered on the fourteenth day of the first month. / He appointed the priests to their duties and encouraged them in the service of the house of the LORD. / To the Levites who taught all Israel and were holy to the LORD, Josiah said: “Put the holy ark in the temple built by Solomon son of David king of Israel. It is not to be carried around on your shoulders. Now serve the LORD your God and His people Israel. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/15-21.htm">Acts 15:21</a></span><br />For Moses has been proclaimed in every city from ancient times and is read in the synagogues on every Sabbath.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/23-2.htm">Matthew 23:2-3</a></span><br />“The scribes and Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat. / So practice and observe everything they tell you. But do not do what they do, for they do not practice what they preach.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/15-4.htm">Romans 15:4</a></span><br />For everything that was written in the past was written for our instruction, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures, we might have hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/3-15.htm">2 Timothy 3:15-17</a></span><br />From infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. / All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, / so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/13-15.htm">Acts 13:15</a></span><br />After the reading from the Law and the Prophets, the synagogue leaders sent word to them: “Brothers, if you have a word of encouragement for the people, please speak.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The son of Amariah, the son of Azariah, the son of Meraioth,</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_chronicles/31-15.htm">Amariah</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/31-15.htm">Amari'ah</a> <a href="/ezra/7-1.htm">Azariah</a> <a href="/ezra/7-1.htm">Azari'ah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/9-11.htm">Meraioth</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/9-11.htm">Merai'oth</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/ezra/10-42.htm">Amariah</a> <a href="/ezra/10-42.htm">Amari'ah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-23.htm">Azariah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-23.htm">Azari'ah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/11-11.htm">Meraioth</a> <a href="/nehemiah/11-11.htm">Merai'oth</a><div class="vheading2">Ezra 7</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/ezra/7-1.htm">Ezra goes up to Jerusalem</a></span><br><span class="reftext">11. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/ezra/7-11.htm">The gracious commission of Artaxerxes to Ezra</a></span><br><span class="reftext">27. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/ezra/7-27.htm">Ezra blesses God for this favor</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 = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/ezra/7.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/7.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>the son of Amariah</b><br>Amariah is a name that appears multiple times in the Old Testament, often associated with priestly lineage. This particular Amariah is part of the genealogy of Ezra, a scribe and priest. The name means "Yahweh has promised" or "Yahweh speaks," reflecting the divine calling and promise associated with the priestly office. Amariah's inclusion in the genealogy underscores the continuity of the priestly line from Aaron, emphasizing the legitimacy and authority of Ezra's priestly role. This connection to the priesthood is significant in understanding Ezra's mission to restore the law and worship in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile.<p><b>the son of Azariah</b><br>Azariah, meaning "Yahweh has helped," is another name frequently found in the priestly genealogies. This name highlights the divine assistance and favor that the priestly line has received throughout Israel's history. Azariah's presence in the genealogy serves to reinforce the idea of divine support and guidance in the restoration efforts led by Ezra. The name also connects to other notable figures in the Bible, such as Azariah, the son of Ahimaaz, who served as a priest during King Solomon's reign, indicating a long-standing tradition of faithful service to God.<p><b>the son of Meraioth</b><br>Meraioth, meaning "rebellious" or "bitter," is less frequently mentioned but is still part of the priestly lineage. His inclusion in the genealogy of Ezra highlights the continuity of the priestly line despite the challenges and rebellions faced by Israel throughout its history. The name may also serve as a reminder of the struggles and hardships endured by the priestly families, yet God's faithfulness in preserving the line. This continuity is crucial for establishing Ezra's authority and the legitimacy of his reforms, as he seeks to reestablish the covenantal relationship between God and His people.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/a/amariah.htm">Amariah</a></b><br>A priestly ancestor of Ezra, Amariah's name means "Yahweh has promised." He is part of the lineage that establishes Ezra's authority and credibility as a scribe and leader in Israel.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/a/azariah.htm">Azariah</a></b><br>Another priestly ancestor, Azariah's name means "Yahweh has helped." His inclusion in the genealogy highlights the divine assistance and favor that has been part of Ezra's heritage.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/m/meraioth.htm">Meraioth</a></b><br>A lesser-known figure in the priestly line, Meraioth's name means "rebellious." His presence in the genealogy may serve as a reminder of the complex history of Israel's priesthood, which includes both faithfulness and rebellion.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_heritage.htm">The Importance of Heritage</a></b><br>Understanding our spiritual heritage can provide a sense of identity and purpose. Just as Ezra's lineage affirmed his role, believers can find strength in their spiritual lineage through Christ.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_faithfulness_across_generations.htm">God's Faithfulness Across Generations</a></b><br>The genealogy in <a href="/ezra/7-3.htm">Ezra 7:3</a> reminds us of God's faithfulness to His promises across generations. We can trust that God is working through our lives and the lives of those who came before us.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_leadership_in_spiritual_renewal.htm">The Role of Leadership in Spiritual Renewal</a></b><br>Ezra's priestly lineage equipped him for leadership in Israel's spiritual renewal. Believers are called to lead by example, using their God-given gifts and heritage to guide others toward God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_complexity_of_our_spiritual_journey.htm">The Complexity of Our Spiritual Journey</a></b><br>The inclusion of names like Meraioth, meaning "rebellious," highlights that our spiritual journey can be complex. God can use both our strengths and weaknesses for His purposes.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_ezra_7.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Ezra 7</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_a_spirit_animal.htm">How does Azariah express faith and repentance in prayer?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_ezra_7_1-5_genealogy.htm">In Ezra 7:1-5, how do we reconcile the seemingly abbreviated genealogy of Ezra with other Old Testament genealogical records that appear longer or contradictory?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/could_they_get_cedar_from_lebanon.htm">(Ezra 3:7) Could a newly returned, resource-strapped community realistically acquire and transport large quantities of cedar from Lebanon?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/are_nehemiah_10_1-27_names_accurate.htm">Is the extensive list of names in Nehemiah 10:1-27 historically consistent with known genealogical records, or are there discrepancies?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/ezra/7-3.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 son</span><br /><span class="heb">בֶּן־</span> <span class="translit">(ben-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular 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 Amariah,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲמַרְיָ֥ה</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·mar·yāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_568.htm">Strong's 568: </a> </span><span class="str2">Amariah -- 'Yah has promised', the name of several Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the son</span><br /><span class="heb">בֶן־</span> <span class="translit">(ḇen-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular 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 Azariah,</span><br /><span class="heb">עֲזַרְיָ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(‘ă·zar·yāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5838.htm">Strong's 5838: </a> </span><span class="str2">Azariah -- 'Yah has helped', the name of a number of Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the son</span><br /><span class="heb">בֶּן־</span> <span class="translit">(ben-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular 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 Meraioth,</span><br /><span class="heb">מְרָיֽוֹת׃</span> <span class="translit">(mə·rā·yō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4812.htm">Strong's 4812: </a> </span><span class="str2">Meraioth -- descendant of Aaron, also a priestly family</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/ezra/7-3.htm">Ezra 7:3 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/ezra/7-3.htm">Ezra 7:3 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/ezra/7-3.htm">Ezra 7:3 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/ezra/7-3.htm">Ezra 7:3 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/ezra/7-3.htm">Ezra 7:3 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/ezra/7-3.htm">Ezra 7:3 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/ezra/7-3.htm">Ezra 7:3 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/ezra/7-3.htm">Ezra 7:3 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/ezra/7-3.htm">Ezra 7:3 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/ezra/7-3.htm">Ezra 7:3 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/ezra/7-3.htm">OT History: Ezra 7:3 The son of Amariah the son (Ezr. 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