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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 />Jaala, Darkon, Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/ezra/2.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Jaalah, Darkon, Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/ezra/2.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />the sons of Jaalah, the sons of Darkon, the sons of Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/ezra/2.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />the descendants of Jaala, the descendants of Darkon, the descendants of Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/ezra/2.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The children of Jaalah, the children of Darkon, the children of Giddel,<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 Jaala, the sons of Darkon, the sons of Giddel,<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 Jaalah, the sons of Darkon, the sons of Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/ezra/2.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />the sons of Jaalah, the sons of Darkon, the sons of Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/ezra/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />the sons of Jaalah, the sons of Darkon, the sons of Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/ezra/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />the sons of Jaalah, the sons of Darkon, the sons of Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/ezra/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />the sons of Jaalah, Darkon, Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/ezra/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Jaalah’s descendants, Darkon’s descendants, Giddel’s descendants,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/ezra/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Jaalah&#8217s descendants, Darkon&#8217s descendants, Giddel&#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 Jaalah, the children of Darkon, the children of Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/ezra/2.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />the children of Jaalah, the children of Darkon, the children of Giddel;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/ezra/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Jaalah, Darkon, Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/ezra/2.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Descendants of Jaalah, Darkon, and Giddel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/ezra/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />the descendants of Jaala, the descendants of Darkon, the descendants of Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/ezra/2.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />the descendants of Jaala, the descendants of Darkon, the descendants of Giddel,<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 Jaalah, the descendants of Darkon, the descendants of Giddel,<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 Jaalah, the children of Darkon, the children of Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/ezra/2.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />the children of Jaalah, the children of Darkon, the children of Giddel, <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 Jaalah, sons of Darkon, sons of Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/ezra/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Sons of Jaalah, sons of Darkon, sons of Giddel,<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 Jaalah, the sons of Darkon, the eons of Giddel,<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 Jala, the children of Dercon, the children of Geddel, <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 Jaalah, the sons of Darkon, the sons of Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/ezra/2.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />descendants of Jaalah, descendants of Darkon, descendants of Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/ezra/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Jaalah, Darkon, Giddel,<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 Jaalah, the children of Tarkon, the descendants of Giddel,<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 Ala, the children of Shephatyah, the children of Tarquun,<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 Jaalah, the children of Darkon, the children of Giddel;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/ezra/2.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />the children of Jeela, the children of Darcon, the children of Gedel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/ezra/2-56.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=439" 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">55</span>The descendants of the servants of Solomon: the descendants of Sotai, the descendants of Sophereth, the descendants of Peruda, <span class="reftext">56</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/3279.htm" title="3279: ya‘·lāh (N-proper-ms) -- An Israelite. Or Yaaalah; the same as ya'alah or direct from ya'al; Jaala or Jaalah, one of the Nethinim.">of Jaala,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ḇə·nê- (N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">the descendants</a> <a href="/hebrew/1874.htm" title="1874: ḏar·qō·wn (N-proper-ms) -- One of the Nethinim. Of uncertain derivation; Darkon, one of Solomon's servants.">of Darkon,</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/1435.htm" title="1435: ḡid·dêl (N-proper-ms) -- From gadal; stout; Giddel, the name of one of the Nethinim, also of one of Solomon's servants.">of Giddel,</a> </span><span class="reftext">57</span>the descendants of Shephatiah, the descendants of Hattil, the descendants of Pochereth-hazzebaim, and the descendants of Ami.…<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/7-58.htm">Nehemiah 7:58</a></span><br />the descendants of Jaala, the descendants of Darkon, the descendants of Giddel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/joshua/9-27.htm">Joshua 9:27</a></span><br />On that day he made them woodcutters and water carriers, as they are to this day for the congregation of the LORD and for the altar at the place He would choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/9-20.htm">1 Kings 9:20-21</a></span><br />As for all the people who remained of the Amorites, Hittites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites (the people who were not Israelites)— / their descendants who remained in the land, those whom the Israelites were unable to devote to destruction—Solomon conscripted these people to be forced laborers, as they are to this day.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/8-7.htm">2 Chronicles 8:7-8</a></span><br />As for all the people who remained of the Hittites, Amorites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites (these people were not Israelites)— / their descendants who remained in the land, those whom the Israelites had not destroyed—Solomon conscripted these people to be forced laborers, as they are to this day.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/12-38.htm">Exodus 12:38</a></span><br />And a mixed multitude also went up with them, along with great droves of livestock, both flocks and herds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/29-11.htm">Deuteronomy 29:11</a></span><br />your children and wives, and the foreigners in your camps who cut your wood and draw your water—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/8-11.htm">1 Samuel 8:11-17</a></span><br />He said, “This will be the manner of the king who will reign over you: He will take your sons and appoint them to serve his own chariots and horses, and to run in front of his chariots. / He will appoint some for himself as commanders of thousands and of fifties, and others to plow his ground, to reap his harvest, and to make his weapons of war and equipment for his chariots. / And he will take your daughters to be perfumers, cooks, and bakers. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/21-2.htm">2 Samuel 21:2</a></span><br />At this, David summoned the Gibeonites and spoke to them. (Now the Gibeonites were not Israelites, but a remnant of the Amorites. The Israelites had taken an oath concerning them, but in his zeal for Israel and Judah, Saul had sought to kill them.)<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/leviticus/25-44.htm">Leviticus 25:44-46</a></span><br />Your menservants and maidservants shall come from the nations around you, from whom you may purchase them. / You may also purchase them from the foreigners residing among you or their clans living among you who are born in your land. These may become your property. / You may leave them to your sons after you to inherit as property; you can make them slaves for life. But as for your brothers, the Israelites, no man may rule harshly over his brother.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/9-25.htm">Genesis 9:25</a></span><br />he said, “Cursed be Canaan! A servant of servants shall he be to his brothers.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/56-3.htm">Isaiah 56:3-6</a></span><br />Let no foreigner who has joined himself to the LORD say, “The LORD will utterly exclude me from His people.” And let the eunuch not say, “I am but a dry tree.” / For this is what the LORD says: “To the eunuchs who keep My Sabbaths, who choose what pleases Me and hold fast to My covenant— / I will give them, in My house and within My walls, a memorial and a name better than that of sons and daughters. I will give them an everlasting name that will not be cut off. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/34-8.htm">Jeremiah 34:8-11</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="/ezekiel/44-7.htm">Ezekiel 44:7-9</a></span><br />In addition to all your other abominations, you brought in foreigners uncircumcised in both heart and flesh to occupy My sanctuary; you defiled My temple when you offered My food—the fat and the blood; you broke My covenant. / And you have not kept charge of My holy things, but have appointed others to keep charge of My sanctuary for you.’ / This is what the Lord GOD says: No foreigner uncircumcised in heart and flesh may enter My sanctuary—not even a foreigner who lives among the Israelites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/15-22.htm">Matthew 15:22-28</a></span><br />And a Canaanite woman from that region came to Him, crying out, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on me! My daughter is miserably possessed by a demon.” / But Jesus did not answer a word. So His disciples came and urged Him, “Send her away, for she keeps crying out after us.” / He answered, “I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/7-24.htm">Mark 7:24-30</a></span><br />Jesus left that place and went to the region of Tyre. Not wanting anyone to know He was there, He entered a house, but was unable to escape their notice. / Instead, a woman whose little daughter had an unclean spirit soon heard about Jesus, and she came and fell at His feet. / Now she was a Greek woman of Syrophoenician origin, and she kept asking Jesus to drive the demon out of her daughter. ...</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 Jaalah, the children of Darkon, the children of Giddel,</p><p class="hdg">Jaalah</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/nehemiah/7-58.htm">Nehemiah 7:58</a></b></br> The children of Jaala, the children of Darkon, the children of Giddel,</p><p class="hdg">Jaala </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/ezra/2-55.htm">Children</a> <a href="/nehemiah/7-58.htm">Darkon</a> <a href="/ezra/2-47.htm">Giddel</a> <a href="/nehemiah/7-58.htm">Jaala</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/ezra/2-57.htm">Children</a> <a href="/nehemiah/7-58.htm">Darkon</a> <a href="/nehemiah/7-49.htm">Giddel</a> <a href="/nehemiah/7-58.htm">Jaala</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 Jaala</b><br>The mention of the descendants of Jaala in <a href="/ezra/2-56.htm">Ezra 2:56</a> highlights the return of exiles to Jerusalem and Judah after the Babylonian captivity. Jaala is not a prominent figure elsewhere in the Bible, suggesting that this group may have been relatively small or less influential. The inclusion of such names underscores the comprehensive nature of the genealogical records, emphasizing the importance of every family in the restoration of Israel. This reflects the biblical theme of God's concern for all His people, regardless of their status. The return from exile is a fulfillment of God's promise to restore His people, as seen in prophecies like <a href="/jeremiah/29-10.htm">Jeremiah 29:10-14</a>.<p><b>the descendants of Darkon</b><br>Darkon, like Jaala, is not widely mentioned outside of this genealogical context. The listing of the descendants of Darkon serves to authenticate the historical record of those who returned from exile. It also highlights the diversity of the returning community, which included various families and clans. This diversity is a testament to the unity and collective effort required to rebuild the temple and the city of Jerusalem. The returnees' commitment to their heritage and faith is a recurring theme in the post-exilic books, such as Nehemiah and Haggai, where the focus is on rebuilding both the physical and spiritual life of the nation.<p><b>the descendants of Giddel</b><br>The descendants of Giddel are similarly noted in the genealogical records of the returning exiles. The name Giddel appears in other post-exilic lists, such as <a href="/nehemiah/7-58.htm">Nehemiah 7:58</a>, indicating consistency in the records. This consistency is crucial for establishing the legitimacy of the claims to land and heritage among the returning exiles. The careful documentation of these families underscores the importance of identity and continuity for the Jewish people. It also reflects the broader biblical narrative of God's faithfulness in preserving a remnant, as seen in passages like <a href="/isaiah/10-20.htm">Isaiah 10:20-22</a>, where the remnant theme is prominent. The return from exile is a type of the ultimate restoration and redemption found in Jesus Christ, who brings spiritual restoration to all who believe.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/jaalah.htm">Jaalah</a></b><br>A name listed among the descendants returning from Babylonian exile. The name is of Hebrew origin, possibly meaning "ascending" or "wild goat."<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/d/darkon.htm">Darkon</a></b><br>Another name in the list of returnees. The name may mean "scatterer" or "bearer of light" in Hebrew, indicating a possible role or characteristic of the family.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/g/giddel.htm">Giddel</a></b><br>A family name among the exiles. The name could mean "great" or "fortunate" in Hebrew, suggesting a notable or blessed lineage.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_lineage_and_identity.htm">The Importance of Lineage and Identity</a></b><br>The listing of names in <a href="/ezra/2-56.htm">Ezra 2:56</a> underscores the significance of family heritage and identity in God's plan. It reminds us that each person and family has a role in God's redemptive history.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_faithfulness_in_restoration.htm">God's Faithfulness in Restoration</a></b><br>The return of these families from exile is a testament to God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises. It encourages believers to trust in God's timing and His ability to restore and renew.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_the_remnant.htm">The Role of the Remnant</a></b><br>These families represent the remnant of Israel, a concept that highlights God's preservation of a faithful group through whom He accomplishes His purposes. This teaches us about the importance of remaining faithful amidst challenges.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_and_belonging.htm">Community and Belonging</a></b><br>The detailed genealogies reflect the importance of community and belonging in the faith journey. It challenges us to value our spiritual family and contribute to its growth and health.<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/how_do_scholars_reconcile_isaiah_56.htm">How do scholars address potential inconsistencies between Isaiah 56 and post-exilic practices that seemingly excluded certain groups from Jewish worship?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_ezra_2_21-35_names.htm">How do we reconcile varying family names in Ezra 2:21-35 with their supposed lineage elsewhere in Scripture?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/do_psalm_126_and_nehemiah_4_conflict.htm">Do the joyful descriptions in Psalm 126:2, 5-6 conflict with other biblical accounts (e.g., Nehemiah 4) that depict the return from exile as difficult and fraught with opposition?</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><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/ezra/2-56.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 Jaala,</span><br /><span class="heb">יַעְלָ֥ה</span> <span class="translit">(ya‘·lāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3279.htm">Strong's 3279: </a> </span><span class="str2">Jaala -- an Israelite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the descendants</span><br /><span class="heb">בְנֵי־</span> <span class="translit">(ḇə·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 Darkon,</span><br /><span class="heb">דַרְק֖וֹן</span> <span class="translit">(ḏar·qō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1874.htm">Strong's 1874: </a> </span><span class="str2">Darkon -- one of the Nethinim</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 Giddel,</span><br /><span class="heb">גִדֵּֽל׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḡid·dêl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1435.htm">Strong's 1435: </a> </span><span class="str2">Giddel -- 'very great', one of the Nethinim, also one of Solomon's servants</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/ezra/2-56.htm">Ezra 2:56 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/ezra/2-56.htm">Ezra 2:56 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/ezra/2-56.htm">Ezra 2:56 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/ezra/2-56.htm">Ezra 2:56 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/ezra/2-56.htm">Ezra 2:56 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/ezra/2-56.htm">Ezra 2:56 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/ezra/2-56.htm">Ezra 2:56 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/ezra/2-56.htm">Ezra 2:56 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/ezra/2-56.htm">Ezra 2:56 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/ezra/2-56.htm">Ezra 2:56 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/ezra/2-56.htm">OT History: Ezra 2:56 The children of Jaalah the children (Ezr. 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