Ezra 10:21

And of the sons of Harim; Maaseiah, and Elijah, and Shemaiah, and Jehiel, and Uzziah.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וּמִבְּנֵ֖י

H1121

And of the sons

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

חָרִ֑ם

H2766

of Harim

charim, an israelite

מַֽעֲשֵׂיָ֤ה

H4641

Maaseiah

maasejah, the name of sixteen israelites

וְאֵֽלִיָּה֙

H452

and Elijah

elijah, the name of the famous prophet and of two other israelites

וּֽשְׁמַֽעְיָ֔ה

H8098

and Shemaiah

shemajah, the name of twenty-five israelites

וִֽיחִיאֵ֖ל

H3171

and Jehiel

jechiel (or jechavel), the name of eight israelites

וְעֻזִיָּֽה׃

H5818

and Uzziah

uzzijah, the name of five israelites

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine revelation contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
How does this verse's literary context within Ezra chapter 10 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?