King James Version
What Does Ezra 2:46 Mean?
“The children of Hagab, the children of Shalmai, the children of Hanan, Shalmai: or, Shamlai”
Context
44
The children of Keros, the children of Siaha, the children of Padon, Siaha: or, Sia
45
The children of Lebanah, the children of Hagabah, the children of Akkub,
46
The children of Hagab, the children of Shalmai, the children of Hanan, Shalmai: or, Shamlai
47
The children of Giddel, the children of Gahar, the children of Reaiah,
48
The children of Rezin, the children of Nekoda, the children of Gazzam,
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary**11. Then they brought out the king's son, and put upon him the crown, and gave him the testimony--**Some think that the original word rendered "testimony," as its derivation warrants, may signify here the regalia, especially the bracelet (2Sa 1:10); and this view they support on the ground that "gave him" being supplemented, the text properly runs thus, "put upon him the crown and testimony." At the same time, it seems equally pertinent to take "the testimony" in the usual acceptation of that term; and, accordingly, many are of opinion that a roll containing a copy of the law (De 17:18) was placed in the king's hands, which he held as a scepter or truncheon. Others, referring to a custom of Oriental people, who when receiving a letter or document from a highly respected quarter, lift it up to their heads before opening it, consider that Joash, besides the crown, had the book of the law laid upon his head (see Job 31:35, 36).
**God save the king--**literally, "Long live the king."
2Ch 23:12-15. Athaliah Slain.
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of Ezra. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
Ezra 2:46 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.