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translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/nehemiah/10.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani and Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/nehemiah/10.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, and Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/nehemiah/10.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/nehemiah/10.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, and Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/nehemiah/10.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Hodijah, Bani, Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/nehemiah/10.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Hodijah, Bani, <i>and</i> Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/nehemiah/10.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, <i>and</i> Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/nehemiah/10.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/nehemiah/10.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/nehemiah/10.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/nehemiah/10.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/nehemiah/10.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, and Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/nehemiah/10.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, and Beninu. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/nehemiah/10.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/nehemiah/10.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, and Beninu. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/nehemiah/10.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/nehemiah/10.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, and Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/nehemiah/10.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, and Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/nehemiah/10.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, and Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/nehemiah/10.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, and Beninu. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/nehemiah/10.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/nehemiah/10.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Hodijah, Bani, Beninu,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/nehemiah/10.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, and Beninu. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/nehemiah/10.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Hodijah, Bani, Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/nehemiah/10.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Hodijah, Bani, Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/nehemiah/10.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Hodijah, the sons of Beninu.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/nehemiah/10.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Odaia, Bani, Baninu. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/nehemiah/10.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/nehemiah/10.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/nehemiah/10.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, Beninu.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/nehemiah/10.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Hodijah, the son of Bani.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/nehemiah/10.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Hudia, the sons of Bani.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/nehemiah/10.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Hodiah, Bani, Beninu.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/nehemiah/10.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Odum, the sons of Banuae.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/nehemiah/10-13.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=2842" 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">12</span>Zaccur, Sherebiah, Shebaniah, <span class="reftext">13</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1941.htm" title="1941: hō·w·ḏî·yāh (N-proper-ms) -- My splendor is Yah, the name of several Isr. A form of Howdavyah; Hodijah, the name of three Israelites.">Hodiah,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1137.htm" title="1137: ḇā·nî (N-proper-ms) -- The name of several Isr. From banah; built; Bani, the name of five Israelites.">Bani,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1148.htm" title="1148: bə·nî·nū (N-proper-ms) -- Perhaps our son, a Levite. Probably from ben with pron. Suff. our son; Beninu, an Israelite.">and Beninu.</a> </span><span class="reftext">14</span>And the leaders of the people: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,…<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="/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="/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="/jeremiah/34-8.htm">Jeremiah 34:8-10</a></span><br />After King Zedekiah had made a covenant with all the people in Jerusalem to proclaim liberty, the word came to Jeremiah from the LORD / that each man should free his Hebrew slaves, both male and female, and no one should hold his fellow Jew in bondage. / So all the officials and all the people who entered into this covenant agreed that they would free their menservants and maidservants and no longer hold them in bondage. They obeyed and released them,<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="/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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-1.htm">Romans 12:1-2</a></span><br />Therefore I urge you, brothers, on account of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. / Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Hodijah, Bani, Beninu.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/nehemiah/9-5.htm">Bani</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-10.htm">Hodiah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-10.htm">Hodi'ah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-10.htm">Hodijah</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/nehemiah/10-14.htm">Bani</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-18.htm">Hodiah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-18.htm">Hodi'ah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-18.htm">Hodijah</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>Hodiah</b><br>Hodiah is a name that appears in the context of the covenant renewal in Nehemiah. The name means "majesty of Yahweh" or "praise of Yahweh," reflecting a common practice of the Israelites to incorporate the name of God into personal names, signifying devotion and identity. In the context of Nehemiah, Hodiah is listed among the leaders who sealed the covenant, indicating a position of influence and responsibility. This act of sealing the covenant was a public declaration of commitment to follow God's laws, a significant step in the spiritual renewal of the community after the return from Babylonian exile. The inclusion of Hodiah in this list underscores the collective effort of the community leaders to guide the people back to faithfulness.<p><b>Bani</b><br>Bani is another name mentioned in the covenant renewal process. The name Bani means "built" or "builder," which is fitting given the context of Nehemiah, where the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls is a central theme. Bani's presence in the list of signatories highlights the importance of leadership in the physical and spiritual restoration of the nation. The rebuilding of the walls was not just a physical task but also a symbolic act of re-establishing the identity and security of the Jewish people. Bani's role in this process reflects the broader biblical theme of restoration and renewal, which is echoed in other parts of Scripture, such as the prophetic promises of restoration found in Isaiah and Jeremiah.<p><b>Beninu</b><br>Beninu is a less commonly mentioned name, and its meaning is not as clear as some others. However, its inclusion in the list of covenant signatories indicates a role in the leadership and governance of the community. The act of signing the covenant was a serious commitment, reflecting a desire to adhere to the laws given by God through Moses. This covenant renewal was crucial for the post-exilic community as they sought to re-establish their identity and relationship with God. The presence of Beninu, along with other leaders, signifies the collective responsibility and unity required to uphold the covenant. This unity is a recurring theme in Scripture, emphasizing the importance of community and shared commitment in the life of faith.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/h/hodiah.htm">Hodiah</a></b><br>A name mentioned in the context of the covenant renewal in Nehemiah. The name means "majesty of Yahweh" or "praise of Yahweh" in Hebrew, reflecting a commitment to God's glory.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/b/bani.htm">Bani</a></b><br>Another signatory of the covenant. The name Bani is derived from the Hebrew root "banah," meaning "to build," symbolizing the rebuilding efforts and spiritual renewal of the people.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/b/beninu.htm">Beninu</a></b><br>A lesser-known figure, but his inclusion signifies the collective commitment of the community. The name may be related to "ben," meaning "son," indicating a familial or tribal connection.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/c/commitment_to_community.htm">Commitment to Community</a></b><br>The inclusion of individual names in the covenant renewal underscores the importance of personal commitment within the community of faith. Each believer's dedication contributes to the spiritual health of the whole body.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_names.htm">The Power of Names</a></b><br>Names in the Bible often carry significant meanings and reflect the character or mission of individuals. Understanding the meaning of names can deepen our appreciation of biblical accounts and God's purposes.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/covenant_renewal.htm">Covenant Renewal</a></b><br>Regular renewal of our commitment to God is essential. Just as the Israelites renewed their covenant, Christians are called to continually reaffirm their faith and obedience to God's Word.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/collective_responsibility.htm">Collective Responsibility</a></b><br>The list of names in <a href="/bsb/nehemiah/10.htm">Nehemiah 10</a> highlights the collective responsibility of God's people. Each member of the community plays a role in upholding and advancing the faith.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/historical_continuity.htm">Historical Continuity</a></b><br>The events in Nehemiah connect to a broader biblical account of covenant and renewal, reminding us of the enduring nature of God's promises and our call to faithfulness.<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/how_does_esther_10_align_with_other_ot_texts.htm">Esther 10 (entire) - How can the brief mention of King Ahasuerus's acts reconcile with other Old Testament texts depicting Persian rule differently?</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's_the_basis_for_angels_stopped_in_dan._10_13.htm">What historical or scientific basis supports the idea of angelic beings physically stopped by the 'prince of Persia' in Daniel 10:13?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_ezra_10_10_align_with_anti-divorce.htm">Ezra 10:10 - How is this command to divorce reconcileable with other biblical teachings that appear to disapprove of divorce?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/nehemiah/10-13.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">Hodiah,</span><br /><span class="heb">הוֹדִיָּ֥ה</span> <span class="translit">(hō·w·ḏî·yāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1940.htm">Strong's 1940: </a> </span><span class="str2">Hodiah -- Hodiah </span><br /><br /><span class="word">Bani,</span><br /><span class="heb">בָנִ֖י</span> <span class="translit">(ḇā·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1137.htm">Strong's 1137: </a> </span><span class="str2">Bani -- the name of several Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and Beninu.</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּנִֽינוּ׃</span> <span class="translit">(bə·nî·nū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1148.htm">Strong's 1148: </a> </span><span class="str2">Beninu -- perhaps 'our son', a Levite</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/nehemiah/10-13.htm">Nehemiah 10:13 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/nehemiah/10-13.htm">Nehemiah 10:13 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/nehemiah/10-13.htm">Nehemiah 10:13 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/nehemiah/10-13.htm">Nehemiah 10:13 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/nehemiah/10-13.htm">Nehemiah 10:13 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/nehemiah/10-13.htm">Nehemiah 10:13 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/nehemiah/10-13.htm">Nehemiah 10:13 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/nehemiah/10-13.htm">Nehemiah 10:13 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/nehemiah/10-13.htm">Nehemiah 10:13 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/nehemiah/10-13.htm">Nehemiah 10:13 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/nehemiah/10-13.htm">OT History: Nehemiah 10:13 Hodiah Bani Beninu (Neh Ne) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/nehemiah/10-12.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Nehemiah 10:12"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 10:12" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/nehemiah/10-14.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Nehemiah 10:14"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 10:14" /></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>