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Jehohanan was leader of the family of Amariah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/nehemiah/12.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/nehemiah/12.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/nehemiah/12.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/nehemiah/12.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/nehemiah/12.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/nehemiah/12.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/nehemiah/12.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/nehemiah/12.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/nehemiah/12.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/nehemiah/12.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Meshullam of Ezra, Jehohanan of Amariah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/nehemiah/12.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Meshullam of Ezra, Jehohanan of Amariah, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/nehemiah/12.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/nehemiah/12.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Meshullam of Ezra, Jehohanan of Amariah, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/nehemiah/12.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/nehemiah/12.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />from Ezra, Meshullam; from Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/nehemiah/12.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/nehemiah/12.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/nehemiah/12.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/nehemiah/12.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/nehemiah/12.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/nehemiah/12.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan; <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/nehemiah/12.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/nehemiah/12.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/nehemiah/12.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />To Ezra, Meshullam; to Amariah, Jehohan;<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/nehemiah/12.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Of Esdras, Mosollam: and of Amaria, Johanan: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/nehemiah/12.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/nehemiah/12.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />for Ezra, Meshullam; for Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/nehemiah/12.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/nehemiah/12.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Azariah, Meshellum, Amariah, Johanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/nehemiah/12.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Azarya, Mashlum, Amaria, Yokhanan<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/nehemiah/12.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/nehemiah/12.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />to Esdra, Mesulam; to Amaria, Joanan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/nehemiah/12-13.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=3484" 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/12.htm">The Priests and Levites who Returned</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">12</span>In the days of Joiakim, these were the heads of the priestly families: of the family of Seraiah, Meraiah; of Jeremiah, Hananiah; <span class="reftext">13</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/5830.htm" title="5830: lə·‘ez·rā (Prep-l:: N-proper-ms) -- Help, three Isr. A variation of ezrah; Ezra, an Israelite.">of Ezra,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4918.htm" title="4918: mə·šul·lām (N-proper-ms) -- The name of a number of Isr. From shalam; allied; Meshullam, the name of seventeen Israelites.">Meshullam;</a> <a href="/hebrew/568.htm" title="568: la·’ă·mar·yāh (Prep-l:: 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/3076.htm" title="3076: yə·hō·w·ḥā·nān (N-proper-ms) -- From Yhovah and chanan; Jehovah-favored; Jehochanan, the name of eight Israelites.">Jehohanan;</a> </span><span class="reftext">14</span>of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph;…<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/10-8.htm">Nehemiah 10:8</a></span><br />Maaziah, Bilgai, and Shemaiah. These were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-39.htm">Nehemiah 7:39-42</a></span><br />The priests: the descendants of Jedaiah (through the house of Jeshua), 973; / the descendants of Immer, 1,052; / the descendants of Pashhur, 1,247; ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezra/2-36.htm">Ezra 2:36-39</a></span><br />The priests: The descendants of Jedaiah (through the house of Jeshua), 973; / the descendants of Immer, 1,052; / the descendants of Pashhur, 1,247; ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/24-1.htm">1 Chronicles 24:1-19</a></span><br />These were the divisions of the descendants of Aaron. The sons of Aaron were Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. / But Nadab and Abihu died before their father did, and they had no sons; so Eleazar and Ithamar served as priests. / With the help of Eleazar’s descendant Zadok and Ithamar’s descendant Ahimelech, David divided them according to the offices of their service. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/9-10.htm">1 Chronicles 9:10-13</a></span><br />From the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, and Jachin; / Azariah son of Hilkiah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Zadok, the son of Meraioth, the son of Ahitub, the chief official of God’s temple; / Adaiah son of Jeroham, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malchijah; Maasai son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Meshillemith, the son of Immer; ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/31-15.htm">2 Chronicles 31:15</a></span><br />Under his authority, Eden, Miniamin, Jeshua, Shemaiah, Amariah, and Shecaniah faithfully distributed portions to their fellow priests in their cities, according to their divisions, old and young alike.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/35-3.htm">2 Chronicles 35:3-5</a></span><br />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. / Prepare yourselves by families in your divisions, according to the instructions written by David king of Israel and Solomon his son. / Moreover, stand in the Holy Place by the divisions of the families of your kinsmen the lay people, and by the divisions of the families of the Levites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezra/10-18.htm">Ezra 10:18-22</a></span><br />Among the descendants of the priests who had married foreign women were found these descendants of Jeshua son of Jozadak and his brothers: Maaseiah, Eliezer, Jarib, and Gedaliah. / They pledged to send their wives away, and for their guilt they presented a ram from the flock as a guilt offering. / From the descendants of Immer: Hanani and Zebadiah. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/3-10.htm">Numbers 3:10</a></span><br />So you shall appoint Aaron and his sons to carry out the duties of the priesthood; but any outsider who approaches the tabernacle must be put to death.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/18-7.htm">Numbers 18:7</a></span><br />But only you and your sons shall attend to your priesthood for everything concerning the altar and what is inside the veil, and you are to perform that service. I am giving you the work of the priesthood as a gift, but any outsider who comes near the sanctuary must be put to death.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/8-4.htm">1 Kings 8:4</a></span><br />and they brought up the ark of the LORD and the Tent of Meeting with all its sacred furnishings. So the priests and Levites carried them up.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/23-4.htm">2 Kings 23:4</a></span><br />Then the king commanded Hilkiah the high priest, the priests second in rank, and the doorkeepers to remove from the temple of the LORD all the articles made for Baal, Asherah, and all the host of heaven. And he burned them outside Jerusalem in the fields of Kidron and carried their ashes to Bethel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/leviticus/8-6.htm">Leviticus 8:6-9</a></span><br />Then Moses presented Aaron and his sons and washed them with water. / He put the tunic on Aaron, tied the sash around him, clothed him with the robe, and put the ephod on him. He tied the woven band of the ephod around him and fastened it to him. / Then he put the breastpiece on him and placed the Urim and Thummim in the breastpiece. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/28-1.htm">Exodus 28:1-4</a></span><br />“Next, have your brother Aaron brought to you from among the Israelites, along with his sons Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar, to serve Me as priests. / Make holy garments for your brother Aaron, to give him glory and splendor. / You are to instruct all the skilled craftsmen, whom I have filled with a spirit of wisdom, to make garments for Aaron’s consecration, so that he may serve Me as priest. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-11.htm">Hebrews 7:11-17</a></span><br />Now if perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood (for on this basis the people received the law), why was there still need for another priest to appear—one in the order of Melchizedek and not in the order of Aaron? / For when the priesthood is changed, the law must be changed as well. / He of whom these things are said belonged to a different tribe, from which no one has ever served at the altar. ...</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/nehemiah/12-2.htm">Amariah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-2.htm">Amari'ah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-1.htm">Ezra</a> <a href="/nehemiah/6-18.htm">Jehohanan</a> <a href="/nehemiah/6-18.htm">Jehoha'nan</a> <a href="/nehemiah/11-11.htm">Meshullam</a> <a href="/nehemiah/11-11.htm">Meshul'lam</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/zephaniah/1-1.htm">Amariah</a> <a href="/zephaniah/1-1.htm">Amari'ah</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-26.htm">Ezra</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-42.htm">Jehohanan</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-42.htm">Jehoha'nan</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-16.htm">Meshullam</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-16.htm">Meshul'lam</a><div class="vheading2">Nehemiah 12</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/12-1.htm">The priests and the Levites which came up with Zerubbabel.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/12-10.htm">The succession of high priests.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/12-22.htm">Certain chief Levites.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">27. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/12-27.htm">The solemnity of the dedication of the walls.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">44. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/12-44.htm">The offices of priests and Levites appointed in the temple.</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/12.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/12.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>of Ezra, Meshullam;</b><br>Ezra is a significant figure in the post-exilic period of Israel's history, known for his role in the spiritual and religious restoration of the Jewish people after their return from Babylonian exile. The mention of "Meshullam" here refers to a priestly lineage, as the chapter lists the heads of the priestly families during the time of Joiakim. Meshullam is a common name in the Old Testament, often associated with those who returned from exile. This highlights the continuity of priestly service and the importance of maintaining genealogical records for the priesthood, as seen in other parts of the Bible, such as <a href="/1_chronicles/9-12.htm">1 Chronicles 9:12</a>.<p><b>of Amariah, Jehohanan;</b><br>Amariah is another priestly name, indicating the continuation of the priestly line. Jehohanan, meaning "Yahweh is gracious," is a name that reflects the religious devotion of the time. The listing of these names underscores the importance of the priestly role in maintaining the religious and cultural identity of the Jewish people. This continuity is crucial for understanding the religious reforms and the emphasis on the Law during this period, as seen in the broader narrative of Nehemiah and Ezra. The priestly lineage is essential for the fulfillment of the covenant promises, as the priests were responsible for teaching the Law and leading worship, which are central themes in the restoration efforts of Nehemiah and Ezra.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/e/ezra.htm">Ezra</a></b><br>A priest and scribe who played a significant role in the spiritual and religious restoration of Israel after the Babylonian exile. He is known for his dedication to the Law of Moses and his leadership in rebuilding the community's faith.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/m/meshullam.htm">Meshullam</a></b><br>A priestly figure mentioned in the context of the genealogies and priestly divisions. His name means "friend" or "ally," indicating a role of support and cooperation within the priestly duties.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/a/amariah.htm">Amariah</a></b><br>Another priestly figure, whose name means "Yahweh has promised." He is part of the lineage that served in the temple, emphasizing the continuity of priestly service.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/j/jehohanan.htm">Jehohanan</a></b><br>A priest whose name means "Yahweh is gracious." His inclusion in the genealogical record highlights the importance of maintaining a faithful lineage in service to God.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/n/nehemiah.htm">Nehemiah</a></b><br>The governor of Judah who led the efforts to rebuild Jerusalem's walls and restore the community's covenant relationship with God. His leadership is marked by prayer, perseverance, and dedication to God's purposes.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_spiritual_leadership.htm">The Importance of Spiritual Leadership</a></b><br>Spiritual leaders like Ezra and Nehemiah play crucial roles in guiding communities back to God. We should pray for and support our spiritual leaders today.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_across_generations.htm">Faithfulness Across Generations</a></b><br>The genealogies remind us of the importance of passing down faith and values to future generations. We should be intentional in teaching our children and grandchildren about God's faithfulness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_graciousness_and_promises.htm">God's Graciousness and Promises</a></b><br>Names like Jehohanan and Amariah remind us of God's graciousness and promises. We can trust in God's character and His faithfulness to fulfill His promises.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_and_cooperation.htm">Community and Cooperation</a></b><br>The mention of individuals like Meshullam highlights the need for cooperation and support within the community of faith. We should seek to be allies and friends to one another in our spiritual journeys.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_prayer_and_perseverance.htm">The Role of Prayer and Perseverance</a></b><br>Nehemiah's leadership was marked by prayer and perseverance. In our own lives, we should prioritize prayer and remain steadfast in our commitments to God's work.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_nehemiah_12.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Nehemiah 12</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/are_nehemiah_12_1-7_priests_verified.htm">In Nehemiah 12:1-7, are there any historical or archaeological records confirming the specific priests and Levites named here?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/azgad's_children__1,222_or_2,322.htm">How many were the children of Azgad? One thousand two hundred and twenty-two (Ezra 2:12) Two thousand three hundred and twenty-two (Nehemiah 7:17)</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/evidence_priests_corrupted_covenant.htm">Malachi 2:7-8 - Where is the historical or archaeological support that the priests actually corrupted God's covenant in this manner?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_judah_israel_bless_amid_strife.htm">Zechariah 8:13: How could the house of Judah and Israel become blessings to other nations in light of ongoing regional strife?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/nehemiah/12-13.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">of Ezra,</span><br /><span class="heb">לְעֶזְרָ֣א</span> <span class="translit">(lə·‘ez·rā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5830.htm">Strong's 5830: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ezra -- 'help', three Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Meshullam;</span><br /><span class="heb">מְשֻׁלָּ֔ם</span> <span class="translit">(mə·šul·lām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4918.htm">Strong's 4918: </a> </span><span class="str2">Meshullam -- the name of a number of Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Amariah,</span><br /><span class="heb">לַאֲמַרְיָ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(la·’ă·mar·yāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | 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">Jehohanan;</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוֹחָנָֽן׃</span> <span class="translit">(yə·hō·w·ḥā·nān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3076.htm">Strong's 3076: </a> </span><span class="str2">Johanan -- 'the LORD has been gracious', the name of a number of Israelites</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/nehemiah/12-13.htm">Nehemiah 12:13 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/nehemiah/12-13.htm">Nehemiah 12:13 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/nehemiah/12-13.htm">Nehemiah 12:13 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/nehemiah/12-13.htm">Nehemiah 12:13 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/nehemiah/12-13.htm">Nehemiah 12:13 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/nehemiah/12-13.htm">Nehemiah 12:13 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/nehemiah/12-13.htm">Nehemiah 12:13 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/nehemiah/12-13.htm">Nehemiah 12:13 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/nehemiah/12-13.htm">Nehemiah 12:13 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/nehemiah/12-13.htm">Nehemiah 12:13 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/nehemiah/12-13.htm">OT History: Nehemiah 12:13 Of Ezra Meshullam (Neh Ne) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/nehemiah/12-12.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Nehemiah 12:12"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 12:12" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/nehemiah/12-14.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Nehemiah 12:14"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 12:14" /></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>