Ezra 10:34
New International Version
From the descendants of Bani: Maadai, Amram, Uel,

New Living Translation
From the family of Bani: Maadai, Amram, Uel,

English Standard Version
Of the sons of Bani: Maadai, Amram, Uel,

Berean Standard Bible
From the descendants of Bani: Maadai, Amram, Uel,

Berean Literal Bible
Of the sons of Bani: Maadai, Amram, and Uel,

King James Bible
Of the sons of Bani; Maadai, Amram, and Uel,

New King James Version
of the sons of Bani: Maadai, Amram, Uel,

New American Standard Bible
of the sons of Bani: Maadai, Amram, Uel,

NASB 1995
of the sons of Bani: Maadai, Amram, Uel,

NASB 1977
of the sons of Bani: Maadai, Amram, Uel,

Legacy Standard Bible
of the sons of Bani: Maadai, Amram, Uel,

Amplified Bible
of the sons of Bani: Maadai, Amram, Uel,

Berean Annotated Bible
From the descendants of Bani (built): Maadai (ornament of YHWH), Amram (exalted people), Uel (wish / will of God),

Christian Standard Bible
Bani’s descendants: Maadai, Amram, Uel,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Bani’s descendants: Maadai, Amram, Uel,

American Standard Version
Of the sons of Bani: Maadai, Amram, and Uel,

English Revised Version
Of the sons of Bani; Maadai, Amram, and Uel;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
From the descendants of Bani: Maadai, Amram, Uel,

International Standard Version
From Bani's descendants: Maadai, Amram, Uel,

NET Bible
From the descendants of Bani: Maadai, Amram, Uel,

New Heart English Bible
Of the sons of Bani: Maadai, Amram, and Uel,

Webster's Bible Translation
Of the sons of Bani; Maadai, Amram, and Uel,
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
From the descendants of Bani: Maadai, Amram, Uel,

World English Bible
Of the sons of Bani: Maadai, Amram, Uel,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Of the sons of Bani: Maadai, Amram, and Uel,

Berean Literal Bible
Of the sons of Bani: Maadai, Amram, and Uel,

Young's Literal Translation
Of the sons of Bani: Maadai, Amram, and Uel,

Smith's Literal Translation
From the sons of Bani: Maadai, Amram and Uel,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Of the sons of Bani, Maaddi, Amran, and Uel,

Catholic Public Domain Version
From the sons of Bani, Maadai, Amram, and Uel,

New American Bible
of the descendants of Begui: Maadai, Amram, Uel,

New Revised Standard Version
Of the descendants of Bani: Maadai, Amram, Uel,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Of the sons of Bachi, Maadai, Amram, Joel,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Of the sons of Baki: Mudai, Amram and Yuyel.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Of the sons of Bani: Maadai, Amram, and Uel;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And of the sons of Bani; Moodia, Amram, Uel,

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Audio Bible



Context
Those Guilty of Intermarriage
33From the descendants of Hashum: Mattenai, Mattattah, Zabad, Eliphelet, Jeremai, Manasseh, and Shimei. 34From the descendants of Bani: Maadai, Amram, Uel, 35Benaiah, Bedeiah, Cheluhi,…

Cross References
From the descendants of Bani:

Nehemiah 7:15
the descendants of Binnui, 648;

Ezra 2:10
the descendants of Bani, 642;

Nehemiah 10:14
And the leaders of the people: Parosh, Pahath-moab, Elam, Zattu, Bani,
Maadai,

Deuteronomy 7:3-4
Do not intermarry with them. Do not give your daughters to their sons or take their daughters for your sons, / because they will turn your sons away from following Me to serve other gods. Then the anger of the LORD will burn against you, and He will swiftly destroy you.

Exodus 34:15-16
Do not make a covenant with the inhabitants of the land, for when they prostitute themselves to their gods and sacrifice to them, they will invite you, and you will eat their sacrifices. / And when you take some of their daughters as brides for your sons, their daughters will prostitute themselves to their gods and cause your sons to do the same.

1 Kings 11:1-2
King Solomon, however, loved many foreign women along with the daughter of Pharaoh—women of Moab, Ammon, Edom, and Sidon, as well as Hittite women. / These women were from the nations about which the LORD had told the Israelites, “You must not intermarry with them, for surely they will turn your hearts after their gods.” Yet Solomon clung to these women in love.
Amram,

Exodus 6:20
And Amram married his father’s sister Jochebed, and she bore him Aaron and Moses. Amram lived 137 years.

Numbers 26:58-59
These were the families of the Levites: The Libnite clan, the Hebronite clan, the Mahlite clan, the Mushite clan, and the Korahite clan. Now Kohath was the father of Amram, / and Amram’s wife was named Jochebed. She was also a daughter of Levi, born to Levi in Egypt. To Amram she bore Aaron, Moses, and their sister Miriam.

1 Chronicles 23:13
The sons of Amram: Aaron and Moses. Aaron and his descendants were set apart forever to consecrate the most holy things, to burn incense before the LORD, to minister before Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name forever.
Uel,

Ezra 9:1-2
After these things had been accomplished, the leaders approached me and said, “The people of Israel, including the priests and Levites, have not kept themselves separate from the surrounding peoples whose abominations are like those of the Canaanites, Hittites, Perizzites, Jebusites, Ammonites, Moabites, Egyptians, and Amorites. / Indeed, the Israelites have taken some of their daughters as wives for themselves and their sons, so that the holy seed has been mixed with the people of the land. And the leaders and officials have taken the lead in this unfaithfulness!”

Nehemiah 13:23-27
In those days I also saw Jews who had married women from Ashdod, Ammon, and Moab. / Half of their children spoke the language of Ashdod or of the other peoples, but could not speak the language of Judah. / I rebuked them and called down curses on them. I beat some of these men and pulled out their hair. Then I made them take an oath before God and said, “You must not give your daughters in marriage to their sons or take their daughters as wives for your sons or for yourselves! …

Malachi 2:11-12
Judah has broken faith; an abomination has been committed in Israel and in Jerusalem. For Judah has profaned the LORD’s beloved sanctuary by marrying the daughter of a foreign god. / As for the man who does this, may the LORD cut off from the tents of Jacob everyone who is awake and aware—even if he brings an offering to the LORD of Hosts.
2 Corinthians 6:14-17
Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership can righteousness have with wickedness? Or what fellowship does light have with darkness? / What harmony is there between Christ and Belial? Or what does a believer have in common with an unbeliever? / What agreement can exist between the temple of God and idols? For we are the temple of the living God. As God has said: “I will dwell with them and walk among them, and I will be their God, and they will be My people.” …

Joshua 23:12-13
For if you turn away and cling to the rest of these nations that remain among you, and if you intermarry and associate with them, / know for sure that the LORD your God will no longer drive out these nations before you. Instead, they will become for you a snare and a trap, a scourge in your sides and thorns in your eyes, until you perish from this good land that the LORD your God has given you.

1 Corinthians 5:9-11
I wrote you in my letter not to associate with sexually immoral people. / I was not including the sexually immoral of this world, or the greedy and swindlers, or idolaters. In that case you would have to leave this world. / But now I am writing you not to associate with anyone who claims to be a brother but is sexually immoral or greedy, an idolater or a verbal abuser, a drunkard or a swindler. With such a man do not even eat.

Judges 3:5-6
Thus the Israelites continued to live among the Canaanites, Hittites, Amorites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites. / And they took the daughters of these people in marriage, gave their own daughters to their sons, and served their gods.


Treasury of Scripture

Of the sons of Bani; Maadai, Amram, and Uel,

Bani

Ezra 10:29
And of the sons of Bani; Meshullam, Malluch, and Adaiah, Jashub, and Sheal, and Ramoth.

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Ezra 10
1. Ezra encouraged to reform the strange marriages
6. Ezra assembles the people
9. The people repent, and promise amendment
15. The care to perform it
18. The names of them which had married strange wives












From the descendants of Bani:
The mention of Bani's descendants highlights the importance of genealogies in the post-exilic community. Bani is a name that appears multiple times in the lists of returnees from Babylonian exile, indicating a family that was significant in the restoration of Israel. This reflects the emphasis on re-establishing the covenant community and maintaining purity among the Israelites, as seen in Ezra's reforms.

Maadai:
Maadai is one of the individuals listed among those who had taken foreign wives, which was against the Mosaic Law. This reflects the broader issue of intermarriage with surrounding nations, which was seen as a threat to the religious and cultural identity of the Israelites. The call to separate from foreign influences was a recurring theme in the post-exilic period, emphasizing the need for holiness and adherence to God's commandments.

Amram:
The name Amram is significant in Israelite history, as it is also the name of Moses' father. While this Amram is not the same individual, the repetition of the name may suggest a connection to the Levitical or priestly lines, which were particularly concerned with issues of purity and covenant faithfulness. This highlights the ongoing struggle to maintain a distinct identity as God's chosen people.

Uel:
Uel is another individual among the descendants of Bani who had taken a foreign wife. The inclusion of specific names in this list underscores the personal responsibility and accountability of each member of the community in upholding the covenant. It also serves as a reminder of the collective effort required to restore and maintain the integrity of the Israelite nation after the exile.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Bani
A family or clan within the Israelite community. The descendants of Bani were among those who had taken foreign wives, which was against the Mosaic Law.

2. Maadai, Amram, Uel
Individuals listed as descendants of Bani. They are specifically mentioned in the context of the community's repentance and the reform led by Ezra to address intermarriage with foreign women.

3. Ezra
A scribe and priest who led the return of the Jewish exiles from Babylon to Jerusalem. He was instrumental in the religious and social reforms, including addressing the issue of intermarriage.

4. Intermarriage Crisis
The event where many Israelites, including priests and Levites, had married foreign women, which was contrary to the Law of Moses. This led to a communal repentance and a covenant renewal under Ezra's leadership.

5. Jerusalem
The central place of worship and the location where these reforms and the public assembly took place.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Obedience to God's Law
The Israelites' intermarriage with foreign women was a direct violation of God's commandments. This highlights the importance of adhering to God's Word in all aspects of life.

Repentance and Reform
The listing of names, including those from the family of Bani, signifies personal accountability and the community's collective commitment to repentance and reform.

Leadership in Spiritual Renewal
Ezra's role as a leader in addressing sin within the community underscores the importance of godly leadership in guiding others back to righteousness.

The Impact of Personal Choices on Community
The actions of individuals, such as those from the family of Bani, had broader implications for the entire community, reminding us that personal choices can affect the spiritual health of the community.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ezra 10:34?

2. How does Ezra 10:34 emphasize the importance of repentance in our lives today?

3. What lessons from Ezra 10:34 can guide us in addressing sin within communities?

4. How does Ezra 10:34 connect with New Testament teachings on repentance and restoration?

5. In what ways can Ezra 10:34 inspire personal accountability and spiritual growth?

6. How can Ezra 10:34 encourage us to seek God's guidance in difficult situations?

7. What historical evidence supports the events described in Ezra 10:34?

8. How does Ezra 10:34 reflect the theme of repentance in the Bible?

9. What theological implications arise from the actions taken in Ezra 10:34?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezra 10?

11. Should Ezra have ordered abandoning foreign wives and children?

12. Ezra 10:10 - How is this command to divorce reconcileable with other biblical teachings that appear to disapprove of divorce?

13. Ezra 10:44 - How can a just God require separating from wives and children if some may have converted to the faith?

14. Ezra 10:15 - Why are only a few individuals mentioned as opposing this course of action, despite its obvious moral and social implications?
What Does Ezra 10:34 Mean
From the descendants of Bani

Ezra 10:34 continues the roster of men who “had married foreign women” (Ezra 10:44) and who publicly repented.

• The family of Bani appears repeatedly in Ezra and Nehemiah as part of the returned remnant (Ezra 2:10; Nehemiah 10:14). Their inclusion here underscores that even respected clans can drift, yet God calls every generation back to covenant faithfulness (Deuteronomy 7:3-4; 1 Peter 1:15-16).

• By introducing this trio with the phrase “From the descendants of Bani,” Scripture affirms both corporate accountability and individual responsibility. God knows not only tribes and families but also every single heart (Psalm 33:13-15; Revelation 2:23).

• The surrounding verses show a process of confession, agreement with God’s Word, and concrete steps of obedience (Ezra 10:11-12). True repentance still follows the same pattern today (Acts 3:19).


Maadai

• Maadai is the first individual named in verse 34. His personal decision to stand with the repentant contrasts with earlier disobedience, illustrating that grace meets us when we turn (Isaiah 55:7; 1 John 1:9).

• His inclusion also highlights that repentance is public and traceable. Just as Paul later urges believers to “prove their repentance by their deeds” (Acts 26:20), Maadai’s name is forever linked to a community-wide course correction.

• Notice how God records ordinary believers, not just leaders. This echoes Jesus’ teaching that our Father “sees what is done in secret” (Matthew 6:4) and will one day acknowledge faithful service (Romans 2:6-7).


Amram

• Amram follows on the list, reminding us that repentance is neither generational nor positional—it is personal. Like the Amram who fathered Moses centuries earlier (Exodus 6:20), this man’s name testifies that family heritage cannot replace present obedience (Philippians 3:4-9).

• His willingness to be counted among the repentant aligns with the call in James 4:8: “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.”

• By standing up in a moment of spiritual renewal, Amram models how God’s people should respond whenever Scripture exposes sin (Hebrews 4:12-13).


Uel

• Uel completes the trio. Though little else is recorded about him, his name in this verse shows that no act of repentance is too small to register in heaven’s ledger (Luke 15:7).

• His example fits the broader biblical pattern: when confronted with sin, believers must separate from whatever competes with wholehearted devotion (2 Corinthians 6:17-18).

• Uel joined Maadai and Amram in submitting to the leaders’ directive (Ezra 10:16-17), illustrating Ecclesiastes 4:9-10—strength is found in shared obedience.


summary

Ezra 10:34 is more than a brief genealogical note; it captures three men—Maadai, Amram, and Uel—who, along with their larger family, owned their sin and acted to restore covenant faithfulness. The verse reminds us that God records individual responses, expects real repentance, and welcomes every heart that turns to Him.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
From the descendants
מִבְּנֵ֣י (mib·bə·nê)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Bani:
בָנִ֔י (ḇā·nî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1137: Bani -- the name of several Israelites

Maadai,
מַעֲדַ֥י (ma·‘ă·ḏay)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4572: Maadai -- an Israelite

Amram,
עַמְרָ֖ם (‘am·rām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6019: Amram -- the father of Moses, also an Israelite

Uel,
וְאוּאֵֽל׃ (wə·’ū·’êl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 177: Uel -- desire


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