Nehemiah 7:11
New International Version
of Pahath-Moab (through the line of Jeshua and Joab) 2,818

New Living Translation
The family of Pahath-moab (descendants of Jeshua and Joab) 2,818

English Standard Version
The sons of Pahath-moab, namely the sons of Jeshua and Joab, 2,818.

Berean Standard Bible
the descendants of Pahath-moab (through the line of Jeshua and Joab), 2,818;

King James Bible
The children of Pahathmoab, of the children of Jeshua and Joab, two thousand and eight hundred and eighteen.

New King James Version
the sons of Pahath-Moab, of the sons of Jeshua and Joab, two thousand eight hundred and eighteen;

New American Standard Bible
the sons of Pahath-moab of the sons of Jeshua and Joab, 2,818;

NASB 1995
the sons of Pahath-moab of the sons of Jeshua and Joab, 2,818;

NASB 1977
the sons of Pahath-moab of the sons of Jeshua and Joab, 2,818;

Legacy Standard Bible
the sons of Pahath-moab of the sons of Jeshua and Joab, 2,818;

Amplified Bible
the sons of Pahath-moab of the sons of Jeshua and Joab, 2,818;

Christian Standard Bible
Pahath-moab’s descendants: Jeshua’s and Joab’s descendants 2,818

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Pahath-moab’s descendants: Jeshua’s and Joab’s descendants 2,818

American Standard Version
The children of Pahath-moab, of the children of Jeshua and Joab, two thousand and eight hundred and eighteen.

English Revised Version
The children of Pahath-moab, of the children of Jeshua and Joab, two thousand and eight hundred and eighteen.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
of Pahath Moab, that is, of Jeshua and Joab 2,818

International Standard Version
Pahath-moab's descendants; that is, through Jeshua and Joab: 2,818

Majority Standard Bible
the descendants of Pahath-moab (through the line of Jeshua and Joab), 2,818;

NET Bible
the descendants of Pahath-Moab (from the line of Jeshua and Joab), 2,818;

New Heart English Bible
The descendants of Pahath-Moab, of the descendants of Jeshua and Joab, two thousand eight hundred eighteen.

Webster's Bible Translation
The children of Pahath-moab, of the children of Jeshua and Joab, two thousand and eight hundred and eighteen.

World English Bible
The children of Pahathmoab, of the children of Jeshua and Joab: two thousand eight hundred eighteen.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
sons of Pahath-Moab, of the sons of Jeshua and Joab, two thousand and eight hundred [and] eighteen;

Young's Literal Translation
Sons of Pahath-Moab, of the sons of Jeshua and Joab: two thousand and eight hundred and eighteen.

Smith's Literal Translation
The sons of Pahath-Moab to the sons of Joshua and Joab, two thousand and eight hundred and eighteen.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The children of Phahath Moab of the children of Josue and Joab, two thousand eight hundred eighteen.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The sons of Pahath-moab of the sons of Jeshua and of Joab, two thousand eight hundred eighteen.

New American Bible
descendants of Pahath-moab who were descendants of Jeshua and Joab, two thousand eight hundred and eighteen;

New Revised Standard Version
Of Pahath-moab, namely the descendants of Jeshua and Joab, two thousand eight hundred eighteen.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The descendants of Shultan-moab, of the descendants of Joshua and Joab, two thousand eight hundred and eighteen.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The children of Shultan: Moab of the children of Yeshua and Yuab, two thousand and eight hundred and eighteen.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
The children of Pahath-moab, of the children of Jeshua and Joab, two thousand and eight hundred and eighteen.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
The children of Phaath Moab, with the children of Jesus and Joab, two thousand six hundred and eighteen.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The List of Returning Exiles
10the descendants of Arah, 652; 11the descendants of Pahath-moab (through the line of Jeshua and Joab), 2,818; 12the descendants of Elam, 1,254;…

Cross References
Ezra 2:6
the descendants of Pahath-moab (through the line of Jeshua and Joab), 2,812;

Nehemiah 3:7
Next to them, repairs were made by Melatiah the Gibeonite, Jadon the Meronothite, and the men of Gibeon and Mizpah, who were under the authority of the governor of the region west of the Euphrates.

Nehemiah 11:4
while some of the descendants of Judah and Benjamin settled in Jerusalem.) From the descendants of Judah: Athaiah son of Uzziah, the son of Zechariah, the son of Amariah, the son of Shephatiah, the son of Mahalalel, a descendant of Perez;

1 Chronicles 9:3
Some of the descendants of Judah, Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh lived in Jerusalem:

1 Chronicles 9:4
Uthai son of Ammihud, the son of Omri, the son of Imri, the son of Bani, a descendant of Perez son of Judah.

Ezra 2:1-2
Now these are the people of the province who came up from the captivity of the exiles carried away to Babylon by Nebuchadnezzar its king. They returned to Jerusalem and Judah, each to his own town, / accompanied by Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Seraiah, Reelaiah, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispar, Bigvai, Rehum, and Baanah. This is the count of the men of Israel:

Nehemiah 12:1
Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra,

Nehemiah 12:7
Sallu, Amok, Hilkiah, and Jedaiah. These were the leaders of the priests and their associates in the days of Jeshua.

Nehemiah 12:12
In the days of Joiakim, these were the heads of the priestly families: of the family of Seraiah, Meraiah; of Jeremiah, Hananiah;

Nehemiah 12:26
They served in the days of Joiakim son of Jeshua, the son of Jozadak, and in the days of Nehemiah the governor and Ezra the priest and scribe.

Matthew 1:12-13
After the exile to Babylon: Jeconiah was the father of Shealtiel, Shealtiel the father of Zerubbabel, / Zerubbabel the father of Abiud, Abiud the father of Eliakim, and Eliakim the father of Azor.

Luke 3:27
the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri,

Acts 2:5
Now there were dwelling in Jerusalem God-fearing Jews from every nation under heaven.

Romans 11:1
I ask then, did God reject His people? Certainly not! I am an Israelite myself, a descendant of Abraham, from the tribe of Benjamin.

Philippians 3:5
circumcised on the eighth day, of the people of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin; a Hebrew of Hebrews; as to the law, a Pharisee;


Treasury of Scripture

The children of Pahathmoab, of the children of Jeshua and Joab, two thousand and eight hundred and eighteen.

Pahath-moab

Nehemiah 10:14
The chief of the people; Parosh, Pahathmoab, Elam, Zatthu, Bani,

Ezra 2:6
The children of Pahathmoab, of the children of Jeshua and Joab, two thousand eight hundred and twelve.

Ezra 8:4
Of the sons of Pahathmoab; Elihoenai the son of Zerahiah, and with him two hundred males.

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Nehemiah 7
1. Nehemiah commits the charge of Jerusalem to Hanani and Hananiah
5. A register of the genealogy of them which came at the first out of Babylon
9. of the people
39. of the priests
43. of the Levites
46. of the Nethinims
57. of Solomon's servants
63. and of the priests which could not find their pedigree
66. The whole number of them, with their substance
70. Their offerings














the descendants of Pahath-moab
Pahath-moab is one of the families that returned from the Babylonian exile. The name means "governor of Moab," suggesting a historical connection to the region of Moab, east of the Dead Sea. This family is mentioned in Ezra 2:6, indicating their significance in the post-exilic community. The Moabites were historically enemies of Israel, yet here we see integration and restoration, reflecting God's inclusive plan for His people.

(through the line of Jeshua and Joab)
Jeshua, also known as Joshua, was a common name in Israel, meaning "The Lord is salvation." This Jeshua is not the high priest but likely a leader within the family. Joab, meaning "Yahweh is father," suggests a lineage that maintained faithfulness to God. The mention of these names highlights the importance of family lineage and leadership in the restoration of Jerusalem. It also underscores the continuity of God's covenant people through specific family lines.

2818
This number represents the descendants of Pahath-moab who returned to Jerusalem. The precision of the number underscores the importance of each individual in the rebuilding effort. It reflects the organized and communal nature of the return, as well as the fulfillment of God's promise to restore His people. The large number also indicates the significant role this family played in the restoration of the Jewish community and the rebuilding of the temple and city walls.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Pahath-moab
A family or clan within the tribe of Judah. The name means "governor of Moab," indicating a possible historical connection or leadership role over Moabite territory.

2. Jeshua
Likely referring to a leader or ancestor within the lineage of Pahath-moab. The name Jeshua is a variant of Joshua, meaning "The LORD is salvation."

3. Joab
Another leader or ancestor in the lineage. The name Joab means "Yahweh is father," indicating a strong connection to the faith and heritage of Israel.

4. 2,818
The number of descendants from the line of Pahath-moab, Jeshua, and Joab who returned from exile. This reflects the restoration and rebuilding of the community in Jerusalem.

5. Nehemiah
The governor of Judah who led the efforts to rebuild Jerusalem's walls and restore the community after the Babylonian exile.
Teaching Points
Heritage and Identity
Understanding our spiritual heritage can strengthen our identity in Christ. Just as the descendants of Pahath-moab were identified by their lineage, Christians are identified by their relationship with Christ.

Community Restoration
The return of the exiles and their participation in rebuilding reflects the importance of community in God's plan. We are called to actively participate in the restoration and building up of our faith communities.

Faithfulness Across Generations
The mention of specific lineages highlights the faithfulness of God across generations. We are encouraged to be faithful in our time, impacting future generations.

Role of Leadership
Leaders like Nehemiah, Jeshua, and Joab played crucial roles in guiding and organizing the people. Effective leadership is vital in achieving God's purposes.

Numerical Significance
The specific number of returnees emphasizes the importance of each individual in God's plan. Every person has a role and purpose in the body of Christ.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
the descendants
בְּנֵֽי־ (bə·nê-)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of
פַחַ֥ת (p̄a·ḥaṯ)
0
Strong's Hebrew

Pahath-moab
מוֹאָ֛ב (mō·w·’āḇ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6355: Pahath-moab -- a postexilic name

(through the line
לִבְנֵ֥י (liḇ·nê)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Jeshua
יֵשׁ֖וּעַ (yê·šū·a‘)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3442: Jeshua

and Joab),
וְיוֹאָ֑ב (wə·yō·w·’āḇ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3097: Joab -- 'the LORD is father', three Israelites

2,818;
אַלְפַּ֕יִם (’al·pa·yim)
Number - md
Strong's 505: A thousand


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