1 Chronicles 15:9
1 Chronicles 15:9 in Multiple Translations
from the Hebronites, Eliel the chief and 80 of his relatives;
Of the sons of Hebron; Eliel the chief, and his brethren fourscore:
of the sons of Hebron, Eliel the chief, and his brethren fourscore;
Of the sons of Hebron: Eliel the chief, and his brothers, eighty;
from the sons of Hebron, Eliel (chief), with 80 of his relatives;
Of the sonnes of Hebron, Eliel the chiefe, and his brethren fourescore.
Of sons of Hebron: Eliel the chief, and his brethren, eighty.
of the sons of Hebron, Eliel the chief, and his brothers eighty;
Of the sons of Hebron; Eliel the chief, and his brethren eighty:
Of the sons of Hebron, Eliel the chief: and his brethren eighty.
There were 80 people from Hebron’s clan who came, with Eliel their leader.
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1 Chronicles 15:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לִ/בְנֵ֖י
חֶבְר֑וֹן
אֱלִיאֵ֥ל
הַ/שָּׂ֖ר
וְ/אֶחָ֥י/ו
שְׁמוֹנִֽים
לִ/בְנֵ֖י
bên
H1121
son
Prep | N-mp
חֶבְר֑וֹן
Chebrôwn
H2275
Hebron (Valley)
N-proper
אֱלִיאֵ֥ל
ʼĔlîyʼêl
H447
Eliel
N-proper
הַ/שָּׂ֖ר
sar
H8269
ruler
Art | N-ms
וְ/אֶחָ֥י/ו
ʼâch
H251
brother
Conj | N-mp | Suff
שְׁמוֹנִֽים
shᵉmônîym
H8084
eighty
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 15:9
לִ/בְנֵ֖י
bên
H1121
"son"
Prep | N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
חֶבְר֑וֹן
Chebrôwn
H2275
"Hebron (Valley)"
N-proper
Hebron is a place in Palestine and also the name of two Israelites, one a descendant of Levi and the other of Caleb. It is first mentioned in the book of Genesis and is also referenced in 1 Chronicles.
Definition: Hebron = "association" Combined with e.meq (עֵ֫מֶק " Valley" H6010K)
Usage: Occurs in 66 OT verses. KJV: Hebron. See also: Genesis 13:18; 2 Samuel 3:19; 2 Chronicles 11:10.
אֱלִיאֵ֥ל
ʼĔlîyʼêl
H447
"Eliel"
N-proper
Eliel was a common name in ancient Israel, meaning 'my God is God'. Several men in the Bible bore this name, including a Levite and a chief in David's army. The name signifies a strong faith and devotion to God.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.1.1; son of: Tohu (H8459); father of: Jeroham (H3395); also called Eliab at 1Ch.6.27; Eliel at 1Ch.6.34; Another name of e.li.hu (אֱלִיהוּ "Elihu" H0453G) § Eliel = "my God is God" or "El is God" 1) an ancestor of Samuel 2) chief in David's army (might be two or three different men) 3) a Levite with David in moving the ark 4) a chief of Manasseh 5) two chiefs of Benjamin 6) a chief Kohathite 7) a Levite
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Eliel. See also: 1 Chronicles 5:24; 1 Chronicles 11:47; 2 Chronicles 31:13.
הַ/שָּׂ֖ר
sar
H8269
"ruler"
Art | N-ms
A leader or person in charge, like a prince or captain, as seen in the Bible with King David and other rulers.
Definition: 1) prince, ruler, leader, chief, chieftain, official, captain 1a) chieftain, leader 1b) vassal, noble, official (under king) 1c) captain, general, commander (military) 1d) chief, head, overseer (of other official classes) 1e) heads, princes (of religious office) 1f) elders (of representative leaders of people) 1g) merchant-princes (of rank and dignity) 1h) patron-angel 1i) Ruler of rulers (of God) 1j) warden
Usage: Occurs in 368 OT verses. KJV: captain (that had rule), chief (captain), general, governor, keeper, lord,(-task-)master, prince(-ipal), ruler, steward. See also: Genesis 12:15; 1 Kings 22:32; 2 Chronicles 32:21.
וְ/אֶחָ֥י/ו
ʼâch
H251
"brother"
Conj | N-mp | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a brother or male sibling, but it can also refer to a close relative, friend, or someone with a similar relationship. It is used to describe the bond between brothers, like the relationship between Cain and Abel in Genesis.
Definition: : male-sibling 1) brother 1a) brother of same parents 1b) half-brother (same father) 1c) relative, kinship, same tribe 1d) each to the other (reciprocal relationship) 1e) (fig.) of resemblance
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'. See also: Genesis 4:2; Genesis 42:13; Numbers 25:6.
שְׁמוֹנִֽים
shᵉmônîym
H8084
"eighty"
Adj
This Hebrew word means eighty or eightieth, used in numbers and counting. It appears in the Bible to describe quantities and ages. In Genesis and other books, it is used to count people, animals, and years.
Definition: 1) eighty, fourscore 1a) eighty (as cardinal number) 1b) eightieth (as ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: eighty(-ieth), fourscore. See also: Genesis 5:25; 2 Kings 19:35; Psalms 90:10.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 15:9
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Context — Preparing to Move the Ark
7from the Gershomites, Joel the chief and 130 of his relatives;
8from the Elizaphanites, Shemaiah the chief and 200 of his relatives;
9from the Hebronites, Eliel the chief and 80 of his relatives;
10and from the Uzzielites, Amminadab the chief and 112 of his relatives. 11David summoned the priests Zadok and Abiathar and the Levites Uriel, Asaiah, Joel, Shemaiah, Eliel, and Amminadab.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exodus 6:18 | The sons of Kohath were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. Kohath lived 133 years. |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 23:19 | The sons of Hebron: Jeriah was the first, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, and Jekameam the fourth. |
| 3 | 1 Chronicles 26:30–31 | From the Hebronites, Hashabiah and his relatives, 1,700 capable men, had charge of the affairs of Israel west of the Jordan for all the work of the LORD and for the service of the king. As for the Hebronites, Jerijah was the chief of the Hebronites, according to the genealogies of his ancestors. In the fortieth year of David’s reign the records were searched, and strong, capable men were found among the Hebronites at Jazer in Gilead. |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 23:12 | The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel—four in all. |
| 5 | 1 Chronicles 26:23 | From the Amramites, the Izharites, the Hebronites, and the Uzzielites: |
| 6 | Numbers 26:58 | These were the families of the Levites: The Libnite clan, the Hebronite clan, the Mahlite clan, the Mushite clan, and the Korahite clan. Now Kohath was the father of Amram, |
| 7 | 1 Chronicles 6:2 | The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. |
1 Chronicles 15:9 Summary
In 1 Chronicles 15:9, we see that Eliel, the chief of the Hebronites, and 80 of his relatives were part of the group of Levites who helped move the ark of the covenant to Jerusalem. This shows us that everyone has a role to play in serving God, no matter how big or small, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31. Just like the Hebronites, we can use our unique gifts and abilities to contribute to the community of faith, as emphasized in Romans 12:3-8. By working together and using our different skills, we can accomplish great things for God, just as the Levites did in transporting the ark, as described in 1 Chronicles 15:1-15.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were the Hebronites mentioned in 1 Chronicles 15:9?
The Hebronites were a clan of Levites who were descended from Aaron, as mentioned in Exodus 6:18 and Numbers 3:27, and were set apart for special service in the tabernacle and later the temple.
What role did Eliel and his 80 relatives play in the context of 1 Chronicles 15:9?
Eliel and his 80 relatives were part of the group of Levites who helped transport the ark of the covenant to Jerusalem, as seen in 1 Chronicles 15:1-15, with their specific role likely involving the handling and transportation of the ark or other sacred objects.
How does the number of Hebronites in 1 Chronicles 15:9 compare to other clans mentioned in the surrounding verses?
The number of Hebronites, 80, is fewer than the Elizaphanites, 200, and the Gershomites, 130, but still significant, highlighting the diversity and breadth of the Levitical families involved in the service of God, as seen in Numbers 3:6-10 and 1 Chronicles 6:1-48.
What can we learn from the organization and leadership of the Levites in 1 Chronicles 15:9?
The organization and leadership of the Levites demonstrate the importance of order, structure, and delegation in the service of God, as emphasized in 1 Corinthians 14:40 and Exodus 18:13-27, and highlight the value of recognizing and utilizing the unique gifts and abilities of each individual within the community of faith.
Reflection Questions
- What does the involvement of Eliel and his relatives in the transport of the ark reveal about their commitment to serving God and their role in the community of faith?
- How can we, like the Hebronites, use our unique gifts and abilities to serve God and contribute to the broader community of believers, as seen in Romans 12:3-8 and 1 Peter 4:10-11?
- In what ways can we learn from the example of the Levites in 1 Chronicles 15:9 to better organize and structure our own service to God, whether individually or as part of a community, and what principles from Scripture can guide us in this effort, such as those found in Matthew 25:14-30 and 1 Corinthians 12:4-11?
- What does the mention of specific names and numbers in 1 Chronicles 15:9 teach us about the value and importance of individual people in the eyes of God, as seen in Psalm 139:13-16 and Luke 12:6-7?
- How can we balance the need for structure and organization in our service to God with the importance of flexibility and adaptability, as seen in the examples of the early church in Acts 2:42-47 and 6:1-7?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 15:9
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 15:4].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 15:9
Of the sons of Kohath; Uriel the chief, and his brethren an hundred and twenty: No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 15:9
(9) Of the sons of Hebron.—Hebron was third son of Kohath (Exodus 6:18). (Comp. 1 Chronicles 6:2, above.)