Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version of Bezai 323 New Living Translation The family of Bezai 323 English Standard Version The sons of Bezai, 323. Berean Standard Bible the descendants of Bezai, 323; Berean Literal Bible The sons of Bezai, three hundred twenty-three. King James Bible The children of Bezai, three hundred twenty and three. New King James Version the people of Bezai, three hundred and twenty-three; New American Standard Bible the sons of Bezai, 323; NASB 1995 the sons of Bezai, 323; NASB 1977 the sons of Bezai, 323; Legacy Standard Bible the sons of Bezai, 323; Amplified Bible the sons of Bezai, 323; Berean Annotated Bible the descendants of Bezai (conqueror), 323; Christian Standard Bible Bezai’s descendants 323 Holman Christian Standard Bible Bezai’s descendants 323 American Standard Version The children of Bezai, three hundred twenty and three. English Revised Version The children of Bezai, three hundred twenty and three. GOD'S WORD® Translation of Bezai 323 International Standard Version Descendants of Bezai: 323 NET Bible the descendants of Bezai: 323; New Heart English Bible The descendants of Bezai, three hundred twenty-three. Webster's Bible Translation The children of Bezai, three hundred twenty and three. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblethe descendants of Bezai, 323; World English Bible The children of Bezai, three hundred twenty-three. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionsons of Bezai, three hundred twenty-three; Berean Literal Bible The sons of Bezai, three hundred twenty-three. Young's Literal Translation Sons of Bezai, three hundred twenty and three. Smith's Literal Translation The sons of Bezel, three hundred twenty and three. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe children of Besai, three hundred and twenty-three. Catholic Public Domain Version The sons of Bezai, three hundred twenty-three. New American Bible descendants of Bezai, three hundred and twenty-three; New Revised Standard Version Of Bezai, three hundred twenty-three. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe descendants of Bezai, three hundred and twenty-three. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The children of Pazi, three hundred and twenty and three. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The children of Bezai, three hundred twenty and three. Brenton Septuagint Translation The children of Bassu, three hundred and twenty-three. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The List of Returning Exiles…16the descendants of Ater (through Hezekiah), 98; 17the descendants of Bezai, 323; 18the descendants of Jorah, 112;… Cross References the descendants of Bezai, Nehemiah 7:23 the descendants of Bezai, 324; Ezra 8:1 These are the family heads and genealogical records of those who returned with me from Babylon during the reign of King Artaxerxes: 1 Chronicles 9:1 So all Israel was recorded in the genealogies written in the Book of the Kings of Israel. But Judah was exiled to Babylon because of their unfaithfulness. 323; Ezra 8:5 from the descendants of Zattu, Shecaniah son of Jahaziel, and with him 300 men; Ezra 8:4 from the descendants of Pahath-Moab, Eliehoenai son of Zerahiah, and with him 200 men; Ezra 8:3 of the descendants of Shecaniah; from the descendants of Parosh, Zechariah, and with him were registered 150 men; Nehemiah 7:22 the descendants of Hashum, 328; 1 Chronicles 9:3-9 Some of the descendants of Judah, Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh lived in Jerusalem: / Uthai son of Ammihud, the son of Omri, the son of Imri, the son of Bani, a descendant of Perez son of Judah. / From the Shilonites: Asaiah the firstborn and his sons. … Nehemiah 11:4-6 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; / and Maaseiah son of Baruch, the son of Col-hozeh, the son of Hazaiah, the son of Adaiah, the son of Joiarib, the son of Zechariah, a descendant of Shelah. / The descendants of Perez who settled in Jerusalem totaled 468 men of valor. 1 Chronicles 3:19-24 The sons of Pedaiah: Zerubbabel and Shimei. The children of Zerubbabel: Meshullam and Hananiah, their sister Shelomith, / and five others: Hashubah, Ohel, Berechiah, Hasadiah, and Jushab-hesed. / The descendants of Hananiah: Pelatiah, Jeshaiah, and the sons of Rephaiah, of Arnan, of Obadiah, and of Shecaniah. … Nehemiah 12:1-26 Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra, / Amariah, Malluch, Hattush, / Shecaniah, Rehum, Meremoth, … 1 Chronicles 2:1-55 These were the sons of Israel: Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, Zebulun, / Dan, Joseph, Benjamin, Naphtali, Gad, and Asher. / The sons of Judah: Er, Onan, and Shelah. These three were born to him by Bath-shua the Canaanite. Er, Judah’s firstborn, was wicked in the sight of the LORD. So the LORD put him to death. … Nehemiah 3:1-32 At the Sheep Gate, Eliashib the high priest and his fellow priests began rebuilding. They dedicated it and installed its doors. After building as far as the Tower of the Hundred and the Tower of Hananel, they dedicated the wall. / The men of Jericho built next to Eliashib, and Zaccur son of Imri built next to them. / The Fish Gate was rebuilt by the sons of Hassenaah. They laid its beams and installed its doors, bolts, and bars. … Nehemiah 8:1-18 At that time all the people gathered together in the square before the Water Gate, and they asked Ezra the scribe to bring out the Book of the Law of Moses, which the LORD had commanded for Israel. / On the first day of the seventh month, Ezra the priest brought the Law before the assembly of men and women and all who could listen and understand. / So Ezra read it aloud from daybreak until noon as he faced the square before the Water Gate, in front of the men and women and those who could understand. And all the people listened attentively to the Book of the Law. … Nehemiah 10:1-27 Now these were the ones who sealed the document: Nehemiah the governor, son of Hacaliah, and also Zedekiah, / Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah, / Pashhur, Amariah, Malchijah, … Nehemiah 11:1-36 Now the leaders of the people settled in Jerusalem, and the rest of the people cast lots to bring one out of ten to live in the holy city of Jerusalem, while the remaining nine were to dwell in their own towns. / And the people blessed all the men who volunteered to live in Jerusalem. / These are the heads of the provinces who settled in Jerusalem. (In the villages of Judah, however, each lived on his own property in their towns—the Israelites, priests, Levites, temple servants, and descendants of Solomon’s servants— … Treasury of Scripture The children of Bezai, three hundred twenty and three. Bezai Nehemiah 7:23 The children of Bezai, three hundred twenty and four. Jump to Previous Bezai Be'zai Children Hundred Three Twenty Twenty-ThreeJump to Next Bezai Be'zai Children Hundred Three Twenty Twenty-ThreeEzra 2 1. The number that return of the people36. of the priests 40. of the Levites 43. of the Nethinims 55. of Solomon's servants 61. of the priests who could not show their pedigree 64. The whole number of them, with their substance 68. Their offerings the descendants of Bezai The mention of "the descendants of Bezai" refers to one of the families or clans that returned from the Babylonian exile to Jerusalem and Judah. Bezai is likely a family head or patriarch whose descendants are being counted. This listing is part of a larger genealogical record in Ezra 2, which serves to establish the continuity of the Israelite community post-exile. The inclusion of Bezai's descendants highlights the importance of family lineage and heritage in Jewish culture, emphasizing the restoration of the community as a fulfillment of God's promises to bring His people back to their land. This reflects the broader biblical theme of restoration and redemption. 323 Persons / Places / Events 1. BezaiA family head whose descendants returned from the Babylonian exile. The name "Bezai" is of Hebrew origin, possibly meaning "conqueror" or "strong." This family is listed among those who returned to Jerusalem to help rebuild the temple and restore the community. 2. The Return from Exile This event marks the return of the Jewish people from Babylonian captivity to Jerusalem, as decreed by King Cyrus of Persia. It was a significant moment of restoration and renewal for the Israelites. 3. The Census of Returnees Ezra 2 provides a detailed list of the families and individuals who returned to Jerusalem. This census underscores the importance of community and continuity in the Jewish faith and heritage. Teaching Points The Importance of Heritage and IdentityThe listing of names and numbers in Ezra 2, including the descendants of Bezai, highlights the importance of knowing one's heritage and identity in God's plan. It reminds us that each person and family has a role in the community of faith. God's Faithfulness in Restoration The return from exile is a testament to God's faithfulness in restoring His people. It encourages believers to trust in God's promises and His ability to bring renewal and hope, even after periods of hardship. Community and Collective Responsibility The collective return and rebuilding effort underscore the importance of community and working together for a common purpose. It challenges us to contribute to the spiritual and physical rebuilding of our communities. The Role of Leadership in God's Plan Leaders like Bezai played a crucial role in guiding their families and communities back to Jerusalem. This teaches us the importance of godly leadership and the impact it can have on fulfilling God's purposes. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezra 2:17?2. How does Ezra 2:17 emphasize the importance of genealogies in biblical history? 3. What role do the "descendants of Bezai" play in the restoration of Israel? 4. How can we ensure our spiritual heritage aligns with biblical teachings today? 5. Why is it important to document and remember our spiritual lineage? 6. How does Ezra 2:17 connect to God's faithfulness in preserving His people? 7. What is the significance of the number of people listed in Ezra 2:17? 8. How does Ezra 2:17 contribute to understanding the historical context of the Jewish return from exile? 9. Why is the family of Azgad specifically mentioned in Ezra 2:17? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezra 2? 11. 2 Kings 17:34-39 - If God's covenant with Israel was everlasting, how does the text reconcile this with the assertion that He 'rejected all the descendants of Israel?' 12. 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) 13. Who was the father of Shealtiel? (Matthew 1:12 vs. 1 Chronicles 3:17) 14. How many were the children of Hashum? Two hundred and twenty-three (Ezra 2:19) Three hundred and twenty-eight (Nehemiah 7:22) What Does Ezra 2:17 Mean The descendants• Ezra is cataloging real families who actually made the journey from Babylon back to Judah (Ezra 2:1-2). • By calling them “descendants,” Scripture reminds us that God’s covenant promises flow through generations (Genesis 17:7; Psalm 105:8-10). • Genealogies also protected the purity of worship, since only true Israelites could serve in the rebuilt temple (Ezra 2:59-62; Numbers 1:18). • The personal roll call underlines how the Lord knows every household by name, echoing passages like Isaiah 49:16 and Luke 12:7. of Bezai • Bezai himself is otherwise obscure, yet his family is honored with a place in God’s record—an encouragement that even “smaller” saints matter (1 Corinthians 12:22; Hebrews 6:10). • Their inclusion proves that the return was not just for famous leaders such as Zerubbabel and Jeshua (Ezra 2:2) but for ordinary believers responding to God’s call (Jeremiah 29:10-14). • The clan’s mention again in Nehemiah 7:23 confirms the historical reliability of the list. • Every surname reinforces God’s faithfulness to restore the whole remnant, just as He promised through prophets like Isaiah 44:26 and Ezekiel 36:24. 323 • This specific number shows that Scripture is giving a straightforward census, not symbolism (Ezra 2:64-65). • Precise tallies echo earlier headcounts in Numbers 1 and Numbers 26, reminding Israel of God’s care in both wilderness and restoration. • The figure highlights that God measures His people not to reduce them to statistics but to demonstrate that none are overlooked (Revelation 20:12). • When set beside larger groups in the chapter, 323 may look modest, yet together they help form the 42,360 total returnees—proof that every person contributes to God’s unfolding plan (Ezra 2:64; Romans 12:4-5). summary Ezra 2:17 is a brief line—“the descendants of Bezai, 323;”—but it packs a reassuring message. It attests that God literally kept track of each family He brought home, fulfilling centuries-old promises. Though Bezai is little-known and his clan relatively small, their names and number are forever preserved in Scripture, illustrating the Lord’s personal care, covenant faithfulness, and delight in every willing heart that answers His call. Hebrew the descendantsבְּנֵ֣י (bə·nê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son of Bezai, בֵצָ֔י (ḇê·ṣāy) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1209: Bezai -- an Israelite name 323; שְׁלֹ֥שׁ (šə·lōš) Number - feminine singular construct Strong's 7969: Three, third, thrice Links Ezra 2:17 NIVEzra 2:17 NLT Ezra 2:17 ESV Ezra 2:17 NASB Ezra 2:17 KJV Ezra 2:17 BibleApps.com Ezra 2:17 Biblia Paralela Ezra 2:17 Chinese Bible Ezra 2:17 French Bible Ezra 2:17 Catholic Bible OT History: Ezra 2:17 The children of Bezai three hundred twenty-three (Ezr. Ez) |
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