65 Beside their servants and their maids, of whom there were seven thousand three hundred thirty and seven: and there were among them two hundred singing men and singing women.
65 besides their 7,337 male and female slaves; and they also had 200 male and female singers.
65 besides their male and female servants, of whom there were 7,337, and they had 200 male and female singers.
65 That did not include the male and female slaves, which numbered 7,337. There were also 200 male and female singers,
65 besides their male and female servants, of whom there were seven thousand three hundred and thirty-seven; and they had two hundred men and women singers.
65 in addition to 7,337 servants and 200Â singers, both men and women.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Ezra 2:65
Commentary on Ezra 2:64-70
(Read Ezra 2:64-70)
Let none complain of the needful expenses of their religion. Seek first the kingdom of God, his favour and his glory, then will all other things be added unto them. Their offerings were nothing, compared with the offerings of the princes in David's time; yet, being according to their ability, were as acceptable to God. The Lord will carry us through all undertakings entered on according to his will, with an aim to his glory, and dependence on his assistance. Those who, at the call of the gospel, renounce sin and return to the Lord, shall be guarded and guided through all perils of the way, and arrive safely at the mansions provided in the holy city of God.