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These were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/nehemiah/10.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, and Shemaiah. These were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/nehemiah/10.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah; these are the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/nehemiah/10.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, and Shemaiah. These were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/nehemiah/10.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah: these <i>were</i> the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/nehemiah/10.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, <i>and</i> Shemaiah. These <i>were</i> the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/nehemiah/10.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, <i>and</i> Shemaiah. These <i>were</i> the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/nehemiah/10.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah. These were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/nehemiah/10.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah. These <i>were</i> the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/nehemiah/10.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah. These <i>were</i> the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/nehemiah/10.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah—these were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/nehemiah/10.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, and Shemaiah. These were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/nehemiah/10.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, and Shemaiah. These were the priests. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/nehemiah/10.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah; these were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/nehemiah/10.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah: these were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/nehemiah/10.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, and Shemaiah. These were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/nehemiah/10.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, and Shemaiah—these are the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/nehemiah/10.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, and Shemaiah. These were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/nehemiah/10.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, and Shemaiah. These were the priests. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/nehemiah/10.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah; these were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/nehemiah/10.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah: these were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/nehemiah/10.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, and Shemaiah. These were the priests. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/nehemiah/10.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah; these [are] the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/nehemiah/10.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah; these are the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/nehemiah/10.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah: these the priests.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/nehemiah/10.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Maazia, Belgia, Semeia: these were priests. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/nehemiah/10.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah; these were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/nehemiah/10.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah: these are the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/nehemiah/10.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah; these are the priests.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/nehemiah/10.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Maasiah, Bilgai, Shemaiah; these were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/nehemiah/10.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Maaziah, Belgi, Shemaiah: these are the Priests.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/nehemiah/10.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah. These were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/nehemiah/10.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Maazia, Belgai, Samaia; these <i>were</i> priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/nehemiah/10-8.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/ZsQrw7rBvgc?start=2817" 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/nehemiah/10.htm">Signers of the Covenant</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">7</span>Meshullam, Abijah, Mijamin, <span class="reftext">8</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/4590.htm" title="4590: ma·‘az·yāh (N-proper-ms) -- Two Isr. priests. Or Ma.azyahuw; probably from uwz and Yahh; rescue of Jah; Maazjah, the name of two Israelites.">Maaziah,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1084.htm" title="1084: ḇil·gay (N-proper-ms) -- An Israelite. From balag; desistant; Bilgai, An Israelite.">Bilgai,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8098.htm" title="8098: šə·ma‘·yāh (N-proper-ms) -- Or Shmamyahuw; from shama' and Yahh; Jah has heard; Shemajah, the name of twenty-five Israelites.">and Shemaiah.</a> <a href="/hebrew/428.htm" title="428: ’êl·leh (Pro-cp) -- These. Prolonged from 'el; these or those.">These were</a> <a href="/hebrew/3548.htm" title="3548: hak·kō·hă·nîm (Art:: N-mp) -- Priest. Active participle of kahan; literally, one officiating, a priest; also an acting priest.">the priests.</a> </span><span class="reftext">9</span>The Levites: Jeshua son of Azaniah, Binnui of the sons of Henadad, Kadmiel,…<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/9-38.htm">Nehemiah 9:38</a></span><br />In view of all this, we make a binding agreement, putting it in writing and sealing it with the names of our leaders, Levites, and priests.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/13-29.htm">Nehemiah 13:29</a></span><br />Remember them, O my God, because they have defiled the priesthood and the covenant of the priesthood and of the Levites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezra/10-3.htm">Ezra 10:3</a></span><br />So now let us make a covenant before our God to send away all the foreign wives and their children, according to the counsel of my lord and of those who tremble at the command of our God. Let it be done according to the Law.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/29-12.htm">Deuteronomy 29:12-15</a></span><br />so that you may enter into the covenant of the LORD your God, which He is making with you today, and into His oath, / and so that He may establish you today as His people, and He may be your God as He promised you and as He swore to your fathers, to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. / I am making this covenant and this oath not only with you, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/23-3.htm">2 Kings 23:3</a></span><br />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="/2_chronicles/29-10.htm">2 Chronicles 29:10</a></span><br />Now it is in my heart to make a covenant with the LORD, the God of Israel, so that His fierce anger will turn away from us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/34-31.htm">2 Chronicles 34:31</a></span><br />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="/joshua/24-25.htm">Joshua 24:25</a></span><br />On that day Joshua made a covenant for the people, and there at Shechem he established for them a statute and ordinance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/24-3.htm">Exodus 24:3-8</a></span><br />When Moses came and told the people all the words and ordinances of the LORD, they all responded with one voice: “All the words that the LORD has spoken, we will do.” / And Moses wrote down all the words of the LORD. Early the next morning he got up and built an altar at the base of the mountain, along with twelve pillars for the twelve tribes of Israel. / Then he sent out some young men of Israel, and they offered burnt offerings and sacrificed young bulls as peace offerings to the LORD. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/34-15.htm">Jeremiah 34:15</a></span><br />Recently you repented and did what pleased Me; each of you proclaimed freedom for his neighbor. You made a covenant before Me in the house that bears My Name.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-106.htm">Psalm 119:106</a></span><br />I have sworn and confirmed that I will keep Your righteous judgments.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/44-5.htm">Isaiah 44:5</a></span><br />One will say, ‘I belong to the LORD,’ another will call himself by the name of Jacob, and still another will write on his hand, ‘The LORD’s,’ and will take the name of Israel.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/50-5.htm">Jeremiah 50:5</a></span><br />They will ask the way to Zion and turn their faces toward it. They will come and join themselves to the LORD in an everlasting covenant that will never be forgotten.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/26-28.htm">Matthew 26:28</a></span><br />This is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/22-20.htm">Luke 22:20</a></span><br />In the same way, after supper He took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in My blood, which is poured out for you.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah: these were the priests.</p><p class="hdg">Bilgai.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/nehemiah/12-5.htm">Nehemiah 12:5</a></b></br> Miamin, Maadiah, Bilgah,</p><p class="hdg">Bilgah.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/nehemiah/3-29.htm">Nehemiah 3:29</a></b></br> After them repaired Zadok the son of Immer over against his house. After him repaired also Shemaiah the son of Shechaniah, the keeper of the east gate.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/nehemiah/12-6.htm">Nehemiah 12:6,18,42</a></b></br> Shemaiah, and Joiarib, Jedaiah, … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/ezra/10-21.htm">Ezra 10:21</a></b></br> And of the sons of Harim; Maaseiah, and Elijah, and Shemaiah, and Jehiel, and Uzziah.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_chronicles/24-18.htm">Maaziah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/24-18.htm">Ma-Azi'ah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/9-38.htm">Priests</a> <a href="/nehemiah/6-10.htm">Shemaiah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-29.htm">Shemai'ah</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_chronicles/24-18.htm">Maaziah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/24-18.htm">Ma-Azi'ah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-28.htm">Priests</a> <a href="/nehemiah/11-15.htm">Shemaiah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/11-15.htm">Shemai'ah</a><div class="vheading2">Nehemiah 10</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/10-1.htm">The names of those who sealed the covenant.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">29. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/10-29.htm">The points of the covenant.</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/nehemiah/10.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/nehemiah/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/nehemiah/10.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Maaziah</b><br>Maaziah is one of the priests listed in the covenant renewal led by Nehemiah. The name Maaziah means "Yahweh is a refuge," reflecting the priestly role of providing spiritual guidance and refuge for the people. This name appears in other priestly contexts, such as in <a href="/1_chronicles/24-18.htm">1 Chronicles 24:18</a>, where Maaziah is listed as one of the priestly divisions established by King David. This connection underscores the continuity of priestly service from the time of David to the post-exilic period of Nehemiah. The role of priests was crucial in maintaining the religious and cultural identity of the Israelites, especially after the Babylonian exile.<p><b>Bilgai</b><br>Bilgai is another priest mentioned in this passage. The name Bilgai is less common, and its meaning is not entirely clear, but it may be related to the Hebrew root meaning "to be happy" or "to rejoice." This could symbolize the joy and dedication of the priests in serving God and leading the people in worship. The inclusion of Bilgai in the covenant renewal signifies the collective commitment of the priesthood to uphold the laws and commandments of God. This reflects the broader theme of restoration and renewal found throughout the book of Nehemiah, as the community seeks to reestablish their covenant relationship with God.<p><b>Shemaiah</b><br>Shemaiah, meaning "heard by Yahweh," is a name that appears frequently in the Old Testament, often associated with prophetic or priestly figures. In the context of <a href="/nehemiah/10-8.htm">Nehemiah 10:8</a>, Shemaiah represents the priestly lineage that played a vital role in the spiritual leadership of the community. The name emphasizes the importance of being attentive to God's voice and guidance, a key aspect of the priestly function. This connection to divine communication is echoed in other parts of scripture, such as in the prophetic ministry of Shemaiah in <a href="/1_kings/12-22.htm">1 Kings 12:22-24</a>, where he delivers God's message to King Rehoboam.<p><b>These were the priests.</b><br>The phrase "These were the priests" highlights the collective responsibility and authority of the priesthood in the covenant renewal process. The priests were central to the religious life of Israel, serving as mediators between God and the people. Their role included offering sacrifices, teaching the law, and leading worship. In the context of Nehemiah, the priests' participation in the covenant renewal signifies their commitment to restoring the spiritual and communal life of the Israelites after the exile. This renewal is a precursor to the ultimate fulfillment of God's promises through Jesus Christ, who is described in the New Testament as the great high priest (<a href="/hebrews/4-14.htm">Hebrews 4:14-16</a>), offering a perfect and eternal sacrifice for the sins of humanity.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/m/maaziah.htm">Maaziah</a></b><br>- One of the priests who sealed the covenant. His name means "consolation of Yahweh," indicating a role of comfort and support within the community.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/b/bilgai.htm">Bilgai</a></b><br>- Another priest who signed the covenant. His name is less clear in meaning but is associated with the priestly lineage.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/shemaiah.htm">Shemaiah</a></b><br>- A priestly figure who also sealed the covenant. His name means "Yahweh has heard," suggesting a role of intercession and communication with God.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_covenant.htm">The Covenant</a></b><br>- The agreement made by the Israelites to follow God's laws, as renewed in Nehemiah's time. This was a significant event in the restoration of the Jewish community post-exile.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a></b><br>- The central place where these events occurred, representing the heart of Jewish worship and community life.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/c/commitment_to_god's_word.htm">Commitment to God's Word</a></b><br>The sealing of the covenant by the priests signifies a deep commitment to God's laws. As believers, we are called to uphold and live by the teachings of Scripture in our daily lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/role_of_leadership_in_spiritual_renewal.htm">Role of Leadership in Spiritual Renewal</a></b><br>The involvement of priests like Maaziah, Bilgai, and Shemaiah highlights the importance of spiritual leaders in guiding and supporting community faithfulness. Leaders today should inspire and lead by example in spiritual matters.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_accountability.htm">Community Accountability</a></b><br>The collective agreement to the covenant underscores the importance of community accountability in spiritual growth. Believers should encourage and hold each other accountable in their walk with God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/historical_continuity_of_faith.htm">Historical Continuity of Faith</a></b><br>The renewal of the covenant in Nehemiah's time connects to past covenants, showing the continuity of faith and God's unchanging nature. This reminds us of the importance of understanding our faith's history and its implications for today.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_nehemiah_10.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Nehemiah 10</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/do_i_discipline_my_body_and_control_it.htm">What does 'The joy of the Lord is your strength' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_brings_you_the_joy_of_the_lord.htm">What brings you the joy of the Lord?</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><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_do_bible_verses_say_on_abundance.htm">How can we find joy in the Lord always?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/nehemiah/10.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(8) <span class= "bld">These were the priests.</span>--That is, the names of the priestly families. (Comp. <a href="/context/nehemiah/12-1.htm" title="Now these are the priests and the Levites that went up with Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, and Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra,">Nehemiah 12:1-6</a>.)<p><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/nehemiah/10-8.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">Maaziah,</span><br /><span class="heb">מַֽעַזְיָ֥ה</span> <span class="translit">(ma·‘az·yāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4590.htm">Strong's 4590: </a> </span><span class="str2">Maaziah -- two Israelites priests</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Bilgai,</span><br /><span class="heb">בִלְגַּ֖י</span> <span class="translit">(ḇil·gay)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1084.htm">Strong's 1084: </a> </span><span class="str2">Bilgai -- an Israelite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and Shemaiah.</span><br /><span class="heb">שְׁמַֽעְיָ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(šə·ma‘·yāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8098.htm">Strong's 8098: </a> </span><span class="str2">Shemaiah -- 'Yah hears', the name of a number of Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">These [were]</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵ֖לֶּה</span> <span class="translit">(’êl·leh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_428.htm">Strong's 428: </a> </span><span class="str2">These, those</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the priests.</span><br /><span class="heb">הַכֹּהֲנִֽים׃</span> <span class="translit">(hak·kō·hă·nîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3548.htm">Strong's 3548: </a> </span><span class="str2">Priest</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/nehemiah/10-8.htm">Nehemiah 10:8 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/nehemiah/10-8.htm">Nehemiah 10:8 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/nehemiah/10-8.htm">Nehemiah 10:8 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/nehemiah/10-8.htm">Nehemiah 10:8 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/nehemiah/10-8.htm">Nehemiah 10:8 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/nehemiah/10-8.htm">Nehemiah 10:8 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/nehemiah/10-8.htm">Nehemiah 10:8 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/nehemiah/10-8.htm">Nehemiah 10:8 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/nehemiah/10-8.htm">Nehemiah 10:8 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/nehemiah/10-8.htm">Nehemiah 10:8 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/nehemiah/10-8.htm">OT History: Nehemiah 10:8 Maaziah Bilgai Shemaiah (Neh Ne) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/nehemiah/10-7.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Nehemiah 10:7"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 10:7" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/nehemiah/10-9.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Nehemiah 10:9"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 10:9" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>