The children of Pashhur, one thousand two hundred forty-seven.
Parallel translations
- KJV The children of Pashur, a thousand two hundred forty and 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 priests of Pashhur returned, numbering 1,247. Another large priestly clan rejoined the temple service.
Overview
Pashhur's house added significantly to the priestly ranks available for ministry in restored Jerusalem. The strong return of priests shows God's care to reestablish proper worship at the heart of the community. Such restored worship anticipated and prepared for the worship now offered through Christ in spirit and truth (John 4:23-24).
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 4
- 1 Chr 9:12and Adaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malchijah, and Maasai the son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Meshillemith, the son of Immer;
- Ezra 10:22Of the sons of Pashhur: Elioenai, Maaseiah, Ishmael, Nethanel, Jozabad, and Elasah.
- Ezra 2:38The children of Pashhur, one thousand two hundred forty-seven.
- 1 Chr 24:9the fifth to Malchijah, the sixth to Mijamin,
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