The children of Pashur, a thousand two hundred forty and seven.
Parallel translations
- WEB The children of Pashhur, one thousand two hundred forty-seven.
- BSB the descendants of Pashhur, 1,247;
- NKJV the sons of Pashhur, one thousand two hundred and forty-seven;
- NASB the sons of Pashhur, 1,247;
- NLT The family of Pashhur 1,247
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Quick answer
The priestly house of Pashhur numbered 1,247. Another priestly family is counted.
Overview
The descendants of Pashhur are registered among the returning priests. The substantial priestly numbers underscore the priority of restoring proper worship. These ministers were vital to reestablishing Israel's covenant relationship with God.
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Cross-references · 3
- 1 Chr 9:12And Adaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pashur, the son of Malchijah, and Maasiai the son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Meshillemith, the son of Immer;
- Neh 7:41The children of Pashur, a thousand two hundred forty and seven.
- Ezra 10:22And of the sons of Pashur; Elioenai, Maaseiah, Ishmael, Nethaneel, Jozabad, and Elasah.
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