1 Chronicles 16:38
1 Chronicles 16:38 in Multiple Translations
along with Obed-edom and his sixty-eight relatives. Obed-edom son of Jeduthun, and also Hosah, were to be gatekeepers.
And Obed-edom with their brethren, threescore and eight; Obed-edom also the son of Jeduthun and Hosah to be porters:
and Obed-edom with their brethren, threescore and eight; Obed-edom also the son of Jeduthun and Hosah to be doorkeepers;
And Obed-edom, the son of Jeduthun, and Hosah, with their brothers, sixty-eight of them, to be door-keepers:
as well as Obed-edom and his sixty-eight relatives. Obed-edom, son of Jeduthun, and Hosah, were gatekeepers.
And Obed Edom and his brethren, three score and eight: and Obed Edom the sonne of Ieduthun, and Hosah were porters.
both Obed-Edom and their brethren, sixty and eight, and Obed-Edom son of Jeduthun, and Hosah for gatekeepers,
and Obed-Edom with their sixty-eight relatives; Obed-Edom also the son of Jeduthun and Hosah to be doorkeepers;
And Obed-edom with their brethren, sixty and eight; Obed-edom also the son of Jeduthun and Hosah to be porters:
And Obededom, with his brethren sixty-eight: and Obededom the son of Idithun, and Hosa he appointed to be porters.
David also left Obed-Edom and 68 other descendants of Levi to work with them. Hosah and Obed-Edom guarded the entrances of the Sacred Tent.
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1 Chronicles 16:38 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וְ/עֹבֵ֥ד
אֱדֹ֛ם
וַ/אֲחֵי/הֶ֖ם
שִׁשִּׁ֣ים
וּ/שְׁמוֹנָ֑ה
וְ/עֹבֵ֨ד
אֱדֹ֧ם
בֶּן
יְדִית֛וּן
וְ/חֹסָ֖ה
לְ/שֹׁעֲרִֽים
וְ/עֹבֵ֥ד
ʻÔbêd ʼĔdôwm
H5654
Obed-edom
Conj | N-proper
אֱדֹ֛ם
ʻÔbêd ʼĔdôwm
H5654
Obed-edom
N-proper
וַ/אֲחֵי/הֶ֖ם
ʼâch
H251
brother
Conj | N-mp | Suff
שִׁשִּׁ֣ים
shishshîym
H8346
sixty
Adj
וּ/שְׁמוֹנָ֑ה
shᵉmôneh
H8083
eight
Conj | Adj
וְ/עֹבֵ֨ד
ʻÔbêd ʼĔdôwm
H5654
Obed-edom
Conj | N-proper
אֱדֹ֧ם
ʻÔbêd ʼĔdôwm
H5654
Obed-edom
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
יְדִית֛וּן
Yᵉdûwthûwn
H3038
Jeduthun
N-proper
וְ/חֹסָ֖ה
Chôçâh
H2621
Hosah
Conj | N-proper
לְ/שֹׁעֲרִֽים
shôwʻêr
H7778
gatekeeper
Prep | N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 16:38
וְ/עֹבֵ֥ד
ʻÔbêd ʼĔdôwm
H5654
"Obed-edom"
Conj | N-proper
Obed-Edom was a Levite who lived during King David's time, first mentioned in 2 Samuel 6:10. He was a faithful servant of God and had several sons. His name means servant of Edom.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.6.10; son of: Jeduthun (H3038); brother of: Mattithiah (H4993H), Gedaliah (H1436I), Zeri (H6874), Jeshaiah (H3470H) and Hashabiah (H2811I); father of: Shemaiah (H8098I), Jehozabad (H3075H), Joah (H3098I), Sachar (H7940), Nethanel (H5417K), Ammiel (H5988I), Issachar (H3485H) and Peullethai (H6469) Also named: shim.i (שִׁמְעִי "Shimei" H8096X) § Obed-edom = "servant of Edom" 1) a Levite and a Gittite who kept the ark after Uzzah was slain by God for touching the ark while it was being taken to Jerusalem 2) a Merarite Levite and a singer and gatekeeper 2a) the family descended from him
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Obed-edom. See also: 2 Samuel 6:10; 1 Chronicles 15:24; 2 Chronicles 25:24.
אֱדֹ֛ם
ʻÔbêd ʼĔdôwm
H5654
"Obed-edom"
N-proper
Obed-Edom was a Levite who lived during King David's time, first mentioned in 2 Samuel 6:10. He was a faithful servant of God and had several sons. His name means servant of Edom.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.6.10; son of: Jeduthun (H3038); brother of: Mattithiah (H4993H), Gedaliah (H1436I), Zeri (H6874), Jeshaiah (H3470H) and Hashabiah (H2811I); father of: Shemaiah (H8098I), Jehozabad (H3075H), Joah (H3098I), Sachar (H7940), Nethanel (H5417K), Ammiel (H5988I), Issachar (H3485H) and Peullethai (H6469) Also named: shim.i (שִׁמְעִי "Shimei" H8096X) § Obed-edom = "servant of Edom" 1) a Levite and a Gittite who kept the ark after Uzzah was slain by God for touching the ark while it was being taken to Jerusalem 2) a Merarite Levite and a singer and gatekeeper 2a) the family descended from him
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Obed-edom. See also: 2 Samuel 6:10; 1 Chronicles 15:24; 2 Chronicles 25:24.
וַ/אֲחֵי/הֶ֖ם
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.
שִׁשִּׁ֣ים
shishshîym
H8346
"sixty"
Adj
This Hebrew word represents the number sixty, often used to describe large quantities, like the sixty warriors who guarded King Solomon. It is also translated as three score, as seen in Psalm 90:10.
Definition: sixty, three score Aramaic equivalent: shit.tin (שִׁתִּין "sixty" H8361)
Usage: Occurs in 56 OT verses. KJV: sixty, three score. See also: Genesis 5:15; 1 Chronicles 2:21; Isaiah 7:8.
וּ/שְׁמוֹנָ֑ה
shᵉmôneh
H8083
"eight"
Conj | Adj
The Hebrew word for the number eight, which was considered a special number in biblical times. It is used to describe quantities, such as eight days or eight years, and also appears in ordinal forms, like eighth or eighth day.
Definition: 1) eight, eighth 1a) eight (as cardinal number) 1b) eighth (as ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers
Usage: Occurs in 105 OT verses. KJV: eight(-een, -eenth), eighth. See also: Genesis 5:4; 1 Chronicles 16:38; Jeremiah 32:1.
וְ/עֹבֵ֨ד
ʻÔbêd ʼĔdôwm
H5654
"Obed-edom"
Conj | N-proper
Obed-Edom was a Levite who lived during King David's time, first mentioned in 2 Samuel 6:10. He was a faithful servant of God and had several sons. His name means servant of Edom.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.6.10; son of: Jeduthun (H3038); brother of: Mattithiah (H4993H), Gedaliah (H1436I), Zeri (H6874), Jeshaiah (H3470H) and Hashabiah (H2811I); father of: Shemaiah (H8098I), Jehozabad (H3075H), Joah (H3098I), Sachar (H7940), Nethanel (H5417K), Ammiel (H5988I), Issachar (H3485H) and Peullethai (H6469) Also named: shim.i (שִׁמְעִי "Shimei" H8096X) § Obed-edom = "servant of Edom" 1) a Levite and a Gittite who kept the ark after Uzzah was slain by God for touching the ark while it was being taken to Jerusalem 2) a Merarite Levite and a singer and gatekeeper 2a) the family descended from him
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Obed-edom. See also: 2 Samuel 6:10; 1 Chronicles 15:24; 2 Chronicles 25:24.
אֱדֹ֧ם
ʻÔbêd ʼĔdôwm
H5654
"Obed-edom"
N-proper
Obed-Edom was a Levite who lived during King David's time, first mentioned in 2 Samuel 6:10. He was a faithful servant of God and had several sons. His name means servant of Edom.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.6.10; son of: Jeduthun (H3038); brother of: Mattithiah (H4993H), Gedaliah (H1436I), Zeri (H6874), Jeshaiah (H3470H) and Hashabiah (H2811I); father of: Shemaiah (H8098I), Jehozabad (H3075H), Joah (H3098I), Sachar (H7940), Nethanel (H5417K), Ammiel (H5988I), Issachar (H3485H) and Peullethai (H6469) Also named: shim.i (שִׁמְעִי "Shimei" H8096X) § Obed-edom = "servant of Edom" 1) a Levite and a Gittite who kept the ark after Uzzah was slain by God for touching the ark while it was being taken to Jerusalem 2) a Merarite Levite and a singer and gatekeeper 2a) the family descended from him
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Obed-edom. See also: 2 Samuel 6:10; 1 Chronicles 15:24; 2 Chronicles 25:24.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
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.
יְדִית֛וּן
Yᵉdûwthûwn
H3038
"Jeduthun"
N-proper
Jeduthun was a Levite and the chief of a temple choir, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 9:16 and Psalms 39, 62, and 77. His name means 'praising' and his descendants formed a perpetual temple choir.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at 1Ch.9.16; father of: Galal (H1559H) § Jeduthun = "praising" a Levite of the family of Merari and the chief of one of the 3 choirs of the temple whose descendants also formed one of the perpetual temple choirs; he is named at the beginning of 3 Psalms (Ps 39:1; 62:1; 77: either as the composer or the recipient of those Psalms but most likely as the leader of the choir by which those Psalms were to be sung
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: Jeduthun. See also: 1 Chronicles 9:16; 2 Chronicles 5:12; Psalms 39:1.
וְ/חֹסָ֖ה
Chôçâh
H2621
"Hosah"
Conj | N-proper
Hosah was a person and a place in the Bible, mentioned in 1 Chronicles as a Levitical doorkeeper. The name means refuge, and Hosah was the father of several sons. He lived during the Divided Monarchy period.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.16.38; father of: Shimri (H8113I), Hilkiah (H2518J), Tebaliah (H2882), Zechariah (H2148F) § Hosah = "refuge" 1) a Levitical doorkeeper of the temple 2) a place in Asher
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Hosah. See also: Joshua 19:29; 1 Chronicles 26:10; 1 Chronicles 26:16.
לְ/שֹׁעֲרִֽים
shôwʻêr
H7778
"gatekeeper"
Prep | N-mp
A gatekeeper or porter was a person responsible for guarding and maintaining a gate or door. This word is used to describe someone who controls access to a building or area. In the Bible, it is translated as doorkeeper or porter.
Definition: gatekeeper, porter
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: doorkeeper, porter. See also: 2 Samuel 18:26; 2 Chronicles 23:4; Nehemiah 13:5.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 16:38
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- 1 Chronicles 16:38 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 16:38
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 16:38
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:38
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:38
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:38
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 16:38
Context — Worship before the Ark
36Blessed be the LORD, the God of Israel, from everlasting to everlasting.” Then all the people said, “Amen!” and “Praise the LORD!”
37So David left Asaph and his associates there before the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to minister there regularly according to the daily requirements,
38along with Obed-edom and his sixty-eight relatives. Obed-edom son of Jeduthun, and also Hosah, were to be gatekeepers.
39And David left Zadok the priest and his fellow priests before the tabernacle of the LORD at the high place in Gibeon 40to regularly present burnt offerings to the LORD on the altar of burnt offerings, morning and evening, according to all that was written in the Law of the LORD, which He had commanded Israel to keep.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 26:10 | Hosah the Merarite also had sons: Shimri the first (although he was not the firstborn, his father had appointed him as the first), |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 13:14 | Thus the ark of God remained with the family of Obed-edom in his house for three months, and the LORD blessed his household and everything he owned. |
| 3 | 1 Chronicles 25:3 | From the sons of Jeduthun: Gedaliah, Zeri, Jeshaiah, Shimei, Hashabiah, and Mattithiah—six in all—under the direction of their father Jeduthun, who prophesied with the harp, giving thanks and praise to the LORD. |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 26:4–8 | And Obed-edom also had sons: Shemaiah the firstborn, Jehozabad the second, Joah the third, Sachar the fourth, Nethanel the fifth, Ammiel the sixth, Issachar the seventh, and Peullethai the eighth. For God had blessed Obed-edom. Also to his son Shemaiah were born sons who ruled over their families because they were strong, capable men. Shemaiah’s sons were Othni, Rephael, Obed, and Elzabad; his brothers were Elihu and Semachiah, also capable men. All these were descendants of Obed-edom; they and their sons and brothers were capable men with strength to do the work—62 in all from Obed-edom. |
1 Chronicles 16:38 Summary
In 1 Chronicles 16:38, we see Obed-edom and his sixty-eight relatives serving the Lord as gatekeepers and ministers. This verse teaches us that serving the Lord is not just an individual task, but can also involve our families and communities, as seen in Acts 2:42-47. Just like the gatekeepers guarded the tabernacle, we can guard our hearts and minds by being faithful and dedicated to the Lord, as taught in Proverbs 4:23. By serving the Lord together and using our talents and abilities, we can build each other up and bring glory to God, as mentioned in Ephesians 4:11-12 and other verses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Obed-edom and why is he mentioned in 1 Chronicles 16:38?
Obed-edom was a Levite who was appointed as a gatekeeper, and his family was also involved in the ministry, as seen in 1 Chronicles 16:38, and also in 1 Chronicles 15:18 and 1 Chronicles 15:24, where he is mentioned as one of the musicians and gatekeepers.
What was the role of the gatekeepers in the context of 1 Chronicles 16:38?
The gatekeepers, including Obed-edom and Hosah, were responsible for guarding the entrance to the tabernacle and ensuring that only authorized people entered, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 9:17-27 and other verses.
How many relatives of Obed-edom were involved in the ministry according to 1 Chronicles 16:38?
According to 1 Chronicles 16:38, Obed-edom had sixty-eight relatives who were involved in the ministry, highlighting the importance of family involvement in serving the Lord, as also seen in Numbers 3:6-10 and other verses.
What can we learn from the example of Obed-edom and his family in 1 Chronicles 16:38?
We can learn the importance of family ministry and serving the Lord together, as well as the value of faithfulness and dedication, as seen in the example of Obed-edom and his family, and also in Psalm 101:2 and other verses.
Reflection Questions
- What role can I play in serving the Lord, and how can I involve my family in ministry?
- How can I demonstrate faithfulness and dedication in my own life, just like Obed-edom and his family?
- What are some ways that I can guard my heart and mind, just like the gatekeepers guarded the tabernacle, and what scripture can guide me, such as Proverbs 4:23?
- How can I use my talents and abilities to serve the Lord, just like the musicians and gatekeepers in 1 Chronicles 16:38, and what does Ephesians 4:11-12 teach about this?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 16:38
Ver. 38 And Obededom, with their brethren, threescore and eight,.... The Levites, the brethren of Asaph and Obededom, these were left before the ark to minister there: Obededom also the son of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 16:38
And Obededom with their brethren, threescore and eight; Obededom also the son of Jeduthun and Hosah to be porters: Obed-edom with their brethren - Hossah, mentioned at the close of the verse, and a
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:38
Or, door-keepers, as the same Hebrew word is rendered, ,24; of which see the note on .
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:38
1 Chronicles 16:38 And Obededom with their brethren, threescore and eight; Obededom also the son of Jeduthun and Hosah [to be] porters:Ver. 38. And Obededom.] That is, Obededom and Hosan.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:38
(4-42) THE OF A FOR THE ARK. THE ODE SUNG ON THE DAY OF . This entire section is peculiar to the Chronicle. 1 Chronicles 16:43 is almost identical with 2 Samuel 6:19-20. Compared, then, with the older text, this relation of the chronicler’s looks like a parenthesis interpolated from another source into the history, as narrated in 2 Samuel 6:12-20.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 16:38
38. Obed-edom with their brethren] Probably one or more names are missing after Obed-edom. LXX. however has καὶοἱἀδελφοὶαὐτοῦ, i.e. and his brethren. porters] R.V. doorkeepers. See the notes on 1 Chronicles 9:17.