Ezra 10:39
What does Ezra 10:39 mean?
A plain-English look at Ezra 10:39 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
What Ezra 10:39 means
The list moves on with Shelemiah, Nathan, and Adaiah among the sons of Bani. These names, like the others, are preserved without commentary, keeping the focus on the integrity of the record. The community is not airing stories; it is establishing truth and accountability. The progression of names also communicates that the commission did not stop at prominent figures but reached into the ordinary layers of society. Obedience to God’s law demanded comprehensive attention, and the people submitted to that demand in a structured, transparent way.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000and Shelemiah, and Nathan, and Adaiah,
KJV
King James Version · 1611And Shelemiah, and Nathan, and Adaiah,
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901and Shelemiah, and Nathan, and Adaiah,
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949And Shelemiah and Nathan and Adaiah,
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862and Shelemiah, and Nathan, and Adaiah,
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752And Salmias, and Nathan, and Adaias,
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890and Shelemiah, and Nathan, and Adaiah,
Context
Within the extended sons of Bani section, this verse contributes another small cluster of names. More will follow as the catalog works toward its conclusion. The cumulative effect of these entries underscores the methodical and impartial nature of the reform, qualities that were proposed earlier at the rainy assembly and are now seen in execution.