Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version of Bigvai 2,067 New Living Translation The family of Bigvai 2,067 English Standard Version The sons of Bigvai, 2,067. Berean Standard Bible the descendants of Bigvai, 2,067; Berean Literal Bible the sons of Bigvai, two thousand sixty-seven; King James Bible The children of Bigvai, two thousand threescore and seven. New King James Version the sons of Bigvai, two thousand and sixty-seven; New American Standard Bible the sons of Bigvai, 2,067; NASB 1995 the sons of Bigvai, 2,067; NASB 1977 the sons of Bigvai, 2,067; Legacy Standard Bible the sons of Bigvai, 2,067; Amplified Bible the sons of Bigvai, 2,067; Berean Annotated Bible the descendants of Bigvai (in my bodies), 2,067; Christian Standard Bible Bigvai’s descendants 2,067 Holman Christian Standard Bible Bigvai’s descendants 2,067 American Standard Version The children of Bigvai, two thousand threescore and seven. English Revised Version The children of Bigvai, two thousand threescore and seven. GOD'S WORD® Translation of Bigvai 2,067 International Standard Version Bigvai's descendants: 2,067 NET Bible the descendants of Bigvai, 2,067; New Heart English Bible The descendants of Bigvai, two thousand sixty-seven. Webster's Bible Translation The children of Bigvai, two thousand and sixty seven. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblethe descendants of Bigvai, 2,067; World English Bible The children of Bigvai: two thousand sixty-seven. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionsons of Bigvai, two thousand sixty-seven; Berean Literal Bible the sons of Bigvai, two thousand sixty-seven; Young's Literal Translation Sons of Bigvai: two thousand sixty and seven. Smith's Literal Translation The sons of Bigvai, two thousand sixty and seven. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe children of Beguai, two thousand sixty-seven. Catholic Public Domain Version The sons of Bigvai, two thousand sixty-seven. New American Bible descendants of Bigvai, two thousand and sixty-seven; New Revised Standard Version Of Bigvai, two thousand sixty-seven. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe descendants of Bigvai, two thousand and sixty-seven. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The children of Bagway, two thousand and sixty and seven. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The children of Bigvai, two thousand threescore and seven. Brenton Septuagint Translation The children of Bagoi, two thousand and sixty-seven. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The List of Returning Exiles…18the descendants of Adonikam, 667; 19the descendants of Bigvai, 2,067; 20the descendants of Adin, 655;… Cross References the descendants of Bigvai, Ezra 2:14 the descendants of Bigvai, 2,056; Ezra 8:14 and from the descendants of Bigvai, both Uthai and Zaccur, and with them 70 men. Nehemiah 10:16 Adonijah, Bigvai, Adin, 2,067; Ezra 2:64 The whole assembly numbered 42,360, Ezra 8:1-14 These are the family heads and genealogical records of those who returned with me from Babylon during the reign of King Artaxerxes: / from the descendants of Phinehas, Gershom; from the descendants of Ithamar, Daniel; from the descendants of David, Hattush / of the descendants of Shecaniah; from the descendants of Parosh, Zechariah, and with him were registered 150 men; … 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. Ezra 2:21 the men of Bethlehem, 123; Nehemiah 11:25 As for the villages with their fields, some of the people of Judah lived in Kiriath-arba, Dibon, Jekabzeel, and their villages; Joshua 15:21-32 These were the southernmost cities of the tribe of Judah in the Negev toward the border of Edom: Kabzeel, Eder, Jagur, / Kinah, Dimonah, Adadah, / Kedesh, Hazor, Ithnan, … 1 Chronicles 4:28 They lived in Beersheba, Moladah, Hazar-shual, 1 Kings 4:25 Throughout the days of Solomon, Judah and Israel dwelt securely from Dan to Beersheba, each man under his own vine and his own fig tree. 2 Chronicles 11:5-10 Rehoboam lived in Jerusalem, and he built up cities for defense in Judah. / He built up Bethlehem, Etam, Tekoa, / Beth-zur, Soco, Adullam, … Jeremiah 32:44 Fields will be purchased with silver, and deeds will be signed, sealed, and witnessed in the land of Benjamin, in the areas surrounding Jerusalem, and in the cities of Judah—the cities of the hill country, the foothills, and the Negev—because I will restore them from captivity, declares the LORD.” Ezekiel 48:19 The workers of the city who cultivate it will come from all the tribes of Israel. Zechariah 7:7 Are these not the words that the LORD proclaimed through the earlier prophets, when Jerusalem and its surrounding towns were populous and prosperous, and the Negev and the foothills were inhabited?’” Matthew 1:1-17 This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: / Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. / Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. … Treasury of Scripture The children of Bigvai, two thousand three score and seven. Bigvai Ezra 2:14 The children of Bigvai, two thousand fifty and six. Jump to Previous Bigvai Bigva'i Children Seven Sixty Sixty-Seven Thousand ThreescoreJump to Next Bigvai Bigva'i Children Seven Sixty Sixty-Seven Thousand ThreescoreNehemiah 7 1. Nehemiah commits the charge of Jerusalem to Hanani and Hananiah5. 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 Bigvai, Bigvai is one of the leaders who returned with Zerubbabel from the Babylonian exile, as mentioned in Ezra 2:2. The name Bigvai appears in the lists of those who returned to Jerusalem, indicating a family or clan of significance. This reflects the importance of genealogical records in post-exilic Israel, as they were crucial for re-establishing tribal and familial identities. The mention of Bigvai's descendants highlights the continuity of God's people and their commitment to restoring their homeland and religious practices. 2,067; Persons / Places / Events 1. NehemiahA Jewish leader who played a crucial role in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. He was a cupbearer to the Persian king Artaxerxes and was appointed as governor of Judah. 2. Bigvai An ancestor of a group of returnees from the Babylonian exile. The descendants of Bigvai are listed among those who returned to Jerusalem and Judah. 3. Jerusalem The central city of Jewish worship and identity, which had been destroyed by the Babylonians and was in the process of being rebuilt during Nehemiah's time. 4. The Return from Exile A significant event in Jewish history where the Israelites returned to their homeland after being exiled in Babylon. This return was facilitated by the decree of Cyrus, the Persian king. 5. The Census Nehemiah 7 records a census of the people who returned from exile, which was important for re-establishing the community and ensuring proper worship and governance. Teaching Points Faithfulness in Small DetailsThe listing of names and numbers, such as the descendants of Bigvai, underscores the importance of each individual in God's plan. Every person matters in the community of faith. The Importance of Community The census highlights the collective effort required to rebuild and restore. In the church today, every member has a role to play in the body of Christ. God's Sovereignty in History The return from exile and the rebuilding of Jerusalem demonstrate God's control over historical events and His faithfulness to His promises. Leadership and Accountability Nehemiah's role in organizing the census reflects the need for godly leadership and accountability in the church and community. Restoration and Renewal Just as the Israelites returned to rebuild their city, believers are called to participate in the restoration and renewal of their communities through the gospel. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Nehemiah 7:19?2. How does Nehemiah 7:19 emphasize the importance of accurate genealogical records? 3. Why is maintaining family lineage significant in the context of Nehemiah 7:19? 4. How does Nehemiah 7:19 connect to God's covenant with Israel? 5. What can we learn about stewardship from Nehemiah 7:19's focus on records? 6. How can we apply the principle of accountability from Nehemiah 7:19 today? 7. What is the significance of Nehemiah 7:19 in the context of the entire chapter? 8. How does Nehemiah 7:19 contribute to understanding the historical accuracy of the Bible? 9. What theological themes are highlighted in Nehemiah 7:19? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Nehemiah 7? 11. How many were the children of Hashum? Two hundred and twenty-three (Ezra 2:19) Three hundred and twenty-eight (Nehemiah 7:22) 12. How many children of Pahrath-Moab were freed from Babylonian captivity? 2,812 (Ezra 2:6) or 2,818 (Nehemiah 7:11)? 13. 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) 14. How many were the children of Adin? Four hundred and fifty-four (Ezra 2:15) Six hundred and fifty-five (Nehemiah 7:20) What Does Nehemiah 7:19 Mean The descendants- Nehemiah is recounting the families who returned from exile, underscoring that God preserved real, traceable bloodlines. - Genealogies prove continuity between the pre-exile people and the restored community, fulfilling promises such as Jeremiah 29:10 and Isaiah 10:20-22. - “Descendants” shows each family carried covenant responsibilities; compare Numbers 1:18, where Israel “declared their pedigrees,” and Ezra 2:59-63, which highlights the seriousness of verified lineage for temple service. - Their inclusion reminds us God values ordinary families as much as leaders (cf. 1 Corinthians 12:22). of Bigvai - Bigvai is mentioned in Ezra 2:14; 8:14 and Nehemiah 10:16, indicating a clan committed across generations. - In Ezra 8, Bigvai’s descendants supplied recruits for the second return led by Ezra, suggesting zeal for God’s house (Psalm 122:1). - Signing the covenant in Nehemiah 10 shows spiritual reliability; they pledged to obey the Law alongside priests and nobles (Deuteronomy 29:10-13). - Their repeated appearance highlights God’s faithfulness to remember names (Malachi 3:16). 2,067 - The precise number stresses historical accuracy; Nehemiah isn’t offering symbolism but a census (Nehemiah 7:5). - God tracks individuals, not crowds—echoing Luke 12:7, “Even the hairs of your head are all numbered.” - Large enough to contribute meaningfully to Jerusalem’s repopulation (Nehemiah 11:1-2), yet small compared with Judah’s former glory, keeping hopes fixed on future fulfillment (Haggai 2:3-9). - The figure also testifies that exile did not annihilate God’s people; a remnant survived just as promised in Isaiah 10:21. summary Nehemiah 7:19 may look like a simple registry line, yet it proclaims that God faithfully safeguarded families, recorded their names, and restored them to covenant life. The descendants of Bigvai—exactly 2,067 souls—stand as evidence that the Lord keeps His promises, values every household, and directs history with meticulous care. Hebrew the descendantsבְּנֵ֣י (bə·nê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son of Bigvai, בִגְוָ֔י (ḇiḡ·wāy) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 902: Bigvai -- perhaps 'happy', an Israelite name 2,067; אַלְפַּ֖יִם (’al·pa·yim) Number - md Strong's 505: A thousand Links Nehemiah 7:19 NIVNehemiah 7:19 NLT Nehemiah 7:19 ESV Nehemiah 7:19 NASB Nehemiah 7:19 KJV Nehemiah 7:19 BibleApps.com Nehemiah 7:19 Biblia Paralela Nehemiah 7:19 Chinese Bible Nehemiah 7:19 French Bible Nehemiah 7:19 Catholic Bible OT History: Nehemiah 7:19 The children of Bigvai two thousand sixty-seven (Neh Ne) |
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