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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 />Rezin, Nekoda, Gazzam,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/ezra/2.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Rezin, Nekoda, Gazzam,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/ezra/2.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />the sons of Rezin, the sons of Nekoda, the sons of Gazzam,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/ezra/2.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />the descendants of Rezin, the descendants of Nekoda, the descendants of Gazzam,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/ezra/2.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The children of Rezin, the children of Nekoda, the children of Gazzam,<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 Rezin, the sons of Nekoda, the sons of Gazzam,<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 Rezin, the sons of Nekoda, the sons of Gazzam,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/ezra/2.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />the sons of Rezin, the sons of Nekoda, the sons of Gazzam,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/ezra/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />the sons of Rezin, the sons of Nekoda, the sons of Gazzam,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/ezra/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />the sons of Rezin, the sons of Nekoda, the sons of Gazzam,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/ezra/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />the sons of Rezin, Nekoda, Gazzam,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/ezra/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Rezin’s descendants, Nekoda’s descendants, Gazzam’s descendants,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/ezra/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Rezin&#8217s descendants, Nekoda&#8217s descendants, Gazzam&#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 Rezin, the children of Nekoda, the children of Gazzam,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/ezra/2.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />the children of Rezin, the children of Nekoda, the children of Gazzam;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/ezra/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Rezin, Nekoda, Gazzam,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/ezra/2.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Descendants of Rezin, Nekoda, and Gazzam.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/ezra/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />the descendants of Rezin, the descendants of Nekoda, the descendants of Gazzam,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/ezra/2.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />the descendants of Rezin, the descendants of Nekoda, the descendants of Gazzam,<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 Rezin, the descendants of Nekoda, the descendants of Gazzam,<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 Rezin, the children of Nekoda, the children of Gazzam,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/ezra/2.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />the children of Rezin, the children of Nekoda, the children of Gazzam, <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 Rezin, sons of Nekoda, sons of Gazzam,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/ezra/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Sons of Rezin, sons of Nekoda, sons of Gazzam,<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 Rezin, the sons of Nekoda, the sons of Gazztam,<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 Basin, the children of Necoda, the children of Gazam, <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 Rezin, the sons of Nekoda, the sons of Gazzam,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/ezra/2.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />descendants of Rezin, descendants of Nekoda, descendants of Gazzam,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/ezra/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Rezin, Nekoda, Gazzam,<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 Dizon the descendants of Deborah, the descendants of Gazam,<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 Daytsun, the children of Deburah, the children of Gazam,<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 Rezin, the children of Nekoda, the children of Gazzam;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/ezra/2.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />the children of Rason, the children of Necoda, the children of Gazem,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/ezra/2-48.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=389" 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">47</span>the descendants of Giddel, the descendants of Gahar, the descendants of Reaiah, <span class="reftext">48</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/7526.htm" title="7526: rə·ṣîn (N-proper-ms) -- A king of Aram (Syria), also an Isr. Probably for ratsown; Retsin, the name of a Syrian and of an Israelite.">of Rezin,</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/5353.htm" title="5353: nə·qō·w·ḏā (N-proper-ms) -- Head of a family of Nethinim. Feminine of naqod; distinction; Nekoda, a Temple-servant.">of Nekoda,</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/1502.htm" title="1502: ḡaz·zām (N-proper-ms) -- Devourer, an Isr. From the same as gazam; devourer.">of Gazzam,</a> </span><span class="reftext">49</span>the descendants of Uzza, the descendants of Paseah, the descendants of Besai,…<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/7-50.htm">Nehemiah 7:50</a></span><br />the descendants of Reaiah, the descendants of Rezin, the descendants of Nekoda,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/11-3.htm">Nehemiah 11:3-4</a></span><br />These are the heads of the provinces who settled in Jerusalem. (In the villages of Judah, however, each lived on his own property in their towns—the Israelites, priests, Levites, temple servants, and descendants of Solomon’s servants— / while some of the descendants of Judah and Benjamin settled in Jerusalem.) From the descendants of Judah: Athaiah son of Uzziah, the son of Zechariah, the son of Amariah, the son of Shephatiah, the son of Mahalalel, a descendant of Perez;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/9-2.htm">1 Chronicles 9:2-3</a></span><br />Now the first to resettle their own property in their cities were Israelites, priests, Levites, and temple servants. / Some of the descendants of Judah, Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh lived in Jerusalem:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/3-26.htm">Nehemiah 3:26</a></span><br />and the temple servants living on the hill of Ophel made repairs opposite the Water Gate toward the east and the tower that juts out.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/11-21.htm">Nehemiah 11:21</a></span><br />The temple servants lived on the hill of Ophel, with Ziha and Gishpa over them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/9-14.htm">1 Chronicles 9:14-16</a></span><br />From the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, a descendant of Merari; / Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph; / Obadiah son of Shemaiah, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun; and Berechiah son of Asa, the son of Elkanah, who lived in the villages of the Netophathites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/12-44.htm">Nehemiah 12:44-47</a></span><br />And on that same day men were appointed over the rooms that housed the supplies, contributions, firstfruits, and tithes. The portions specified by the Law for the priests and Levites were gathered into these storerooms from the fields of the villages, because Judah rejoiced over the priests and Levites who were serving. / They performed the service of their God and the service of purification, along with the singers and gatekeepers, as David and his son Solomon had prescribed. / For long ago, in the days of David and Asaph, there were directors for the singers and for the songs of praise and thanksgiving to God. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/13-10.htm">Nehemiah 13:10-14</a></span><br />I also learned that because the portions for the Levites had not been given to them, all the Levites and singers responsible for performing the service had gone back to their own fields. / So I rebuked the officials and asked, “Why has the house of God been neglected?” Then I gathered the Levites and singers together and stationed them at their posts, / and all Judah brought a tenth of the grain, new wine, and oil into the storerooms. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/23-28.htm">1 Chronicles 23:28-32</a></span><br />but their duty was to assist the descendants of Aaron with the service of the house of the LORD, being responsible for the courts and chambers, the purification of all the holy things, and the work of the service of the house of God, / as well as for the rows of the showbread, the fine flour for the grain offering, the wafers of unleavened bread, the baking, the mixing, and all measurements of quantity and size. / They were also to stand every morning to give thanks and praise to the LORD, and likewise in the evening. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/8-7.htm">Nehemiah 8:7-8</a></span><br />The Levites—Jeshua, Bani, Sherebiah, Jamin, Akkub, Shabbethai, Hodiah, Maaseiah, Kelita, Azariah, Jozabad, Hanan, and Pelaiah—instructed the people in the Law as they stood in their places. / 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="/nehemiah/9-4.htm">Nehemiah 9:4-5</a></span><br />And the Levites—Jeshua, Bani, Kadmiel, Shebaniah, Bunni, Sherebiah, Bani, and Chenani—stood on the raised platform and cried out in a loud voice to the LORD their God. / Then the Levites—Jeshua, Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabneiah, Sherebiah, Hodiah, Shebaniah, and Pethahiah—said, “Stand up and bless the LORD your God from everlasting to everlasting: Blessed be Your glorious name, and may it be exalted above all blessing and praise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/10-28.htm">Nehemiah 10:28-29</a></span><br />“The rest of the people—the priests, Levites, gatekeepers, singers, temple servants, and all who had separated themselves from the people of the land to obey the Law of God—along with their wives and all their sons and daughters who are able to understand, / hereby join with their noble brothers and commit themselves with a sworn oath to follow the Law of God given through His servant Moses and to obey carefully all the commandments, ordinances, and statutes of the LORD our Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/12-1.htm">Nehemiah 12:1-9</a></span><br />Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra, / Amariah, Malluch, Hattush, / Shecaniah, Rehum, Meremoth, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/13-22.htm">Nehemiah 13:22</a></span><br />Then I instructed the Levites to purify themselves and guard the gates in order to keep the Sabbath day holy. Remember me for this as well, O my God, and show me mercy according to Your abundant loving devotion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/23-1.htm">Matthew 23:1-3</a></span><br />Then Jesus spoke to the crowds and to His disciples: / “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.</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 Rezin, the children of Nekoda, the children of Gazzam,</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/ezra/2-47.htm">Children</a> <a href="/nehemiah/7-51.htm">Gazzam</a> <a href="/nehemiah/7-62.htm">Nekoda</a> <a href="/nehemiah/7-62.htm">Neko'da</a> <a href="/2_kings/16-9.htm">Rezin</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/ezra/2-49.htm">Children</a> <a href="/nehemiah/7-51.htm">Gazzam</a> <a href="/ezra/2-60.htm">Nekoda</a> <a href="/ezra/2-60.htm">Neko'da</a> <a href="/nehemiah/7-50.htm">Rezin</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 = '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/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 Rezin</b><br>The name "Rezin" is associated with a king of Aram who opposed Israel during the reign of King Ahaz (<a href="/2_kings/16-5.htm">2 Kings 16:5-9</a>). However, the Rezin mentioned here is likely unrelated, as this list in <a href="/ezra/2.htm">Ezra 2</a> pertains to those returning from Babylonian exile. The descendants of Rezin were part of the Nethinim, temple servants who assisted the Levites. This role highlights the importance of service and support in worship, reflecting the New Testament principle of serving one another in love (<a href="/galatians/5-13.htm">Galatians 5:13</a>).<p><b>the descendants of Nekoda</b><br>The name "Nekoda" appears in both <a href="/ezra/2.htm">Ezra 2</a> and <a href="/nehemiah/7.htm">Nehemiah 7</a>, indicating a family line that returned from exile. The repetition of these names in both books underscores the careful record-keeping and the importance of lineage in post-exilic Jewish society. This attention to genealogical detail reflects the broader biblical theme of God's faithfulness to His covenant people, preserving their identity and heritage through generations, as seen in the genealogies of Jesus in <a href="/matthew/1.htm">Matthew 1</a> and <a href="/luke/3.htm">Luke 3</a>.<p><b>the descendants of Gazzam</b><br>Gazzam is another family listed among the Nethinim. The Nethinim's role as temple servants is significant, as it demonstrates the inclusivity of God's plan, where even those not of priestly lineage could serve in the temple. This foreshadows the New Testament teaching that all believers are a "royal priesthood" (<a href="/1_peter/2-9.htm">1 Peter 2:9</a>), emphasizing that service to God is not limited by heritage but is open to all who are called. The mention of Gazzam and other Nethinim families highlights the restoration of worship practices and the reestablishment of the temple's function after the exile.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/l/lebanah.htm">Lebanah</a></b><br>A name listed among the Nethinim, a group of temple servants who returned from Babylonian exile with Zerubbabel. The name "Lebanah" may be derived from a root meaning "white" or "frankincense," indicating a possible connection to purity or service.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/h/hagabah.htm">Hagabah</a></b><br>Another name among the Nethinim. The root of "Hagabah" can mean "locust," which might symbolize smallness or insignificance, yet they were part of the essential service to the temple.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/shalmai.htm">Shalmai</a></b><br>Also listed among the Nethinim. The name "Shalmai" could be related to "peace" or "recompense," suggesting a role in the restoration and peace of the community.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_service.htm">The Value of Service</a></b><br>The Nethinim, though not as prominent as priests or Levites, played a crucial role in the functioning of the temple. This teaches us that every role in the body of Christ is valuable, no matter how small it may seem.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_in_small_things.htm">Faithfulness in Small Things</a></b><br>The descendants of Lebanah, Hagabah, and Shalmai remind us of the importance of faithfulness in seemingly minor tasks. God honors those who serve diligently, regardless of their position.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/restoration_and_rebuilding.htm">Restoration and Rebuilding</a></b><br>Just as these groups were part of the restoration of the temple, we are called to be part of God's work in restoring and rebuilding lives and communities through our service.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/heritage_of_service.htm">Heritage of Service</a></b><br>The mention of these names underscores the importance of a heritage of service. We are encouraged to pass on a legacy of faithfulness and dedication to future generations.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_ezra_2.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Ezra 2</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_is_ezekiel's_temple_layout_unique.htm">Why does Ezekiel 48 envision a temple layout vastly different from historical records of Solomon's and Zerubbabel's temples?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_archaeology_confirm_ezra_2_1-70.htm">Is there archaeological evidence to confirm or refute the specific clans and numbers listed in Ezra 2:1-70?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_ezekiel_46_and_other_texts_align.htm">Ezekiel 46:4-8 prescribes animal sacrifices long after the exile; how does this align with other texts that emphasize altered religious practices or question the necessity of sacrifices?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_little_evidence_links_isaiah_48_to_cyrus.htm">If Isaiah 48:14-15 is referring to Cyrus as God's instrument, why is there scant archaeological evidence linking this prophecy directly to him?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/ezra/2-48.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 Rezin,</span><br /><span class="heb">רְצִ֥ין</span> <span class="translit">(rə·ṣîn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7526.htm">Strong's 7526: </a> </span><span class="str2">Rezin -- a king of Aram (Syria), also an Israelite</span><br /><br /><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 Nekoda,</span><br /><span class="heb">נְקוֹדָ֖א</span> <span class="translit">(nə·qō·w·ḏā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5353.htm">Strong's 5353: </a> </span><span class="str2">Nekoda</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 Gazzam,</span><br /><span class="heb">גַזָּֽם׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḡaz·zām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1502.htm">Strong's 1502: </a> </span><span class="str2">Gazzam -- 'devourer', an Israelite</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/ezra/2-48.htm">Ezra 2:48 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/ezra/2-48.htm">Ezra 2:48 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/ezra/2-48.htm">Ezra 2:48 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/ezra/2-48.htm">Ezra 2:48 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/ezra/2-48.htm">Ezra 2:48 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/ezra/2-48.htm">Ezra 2:48 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/ezra/2-48.htm">Ezra 2:48 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/ezra/2-48.htm">Ezra 2:48 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/ezra/2-48.htm">Ezra 2:48 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/ezra/2-48.htm">Ezra 2:48 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/ezra/2-48.htm">OT History: Ezra 2:48 The children of Rezin the children (Ezr. 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