1 Chronicles 2:7
1 Chronicles 2:7 in Multiple Translations
The son of Carmi: Achar, who brought trouble upon Israel by violating the ban on devoted things.
And the sons of Carmi; Achar, the troubler of Israel, who transgressed in the thing accursed.
And the sons of Carmi: Achar, the troubler of Israel, who committed a trespass in the devoted thing.
And the sons of Carmi: Achan, the troubler of Israel, who did wrong about the cursed thing.
The son of Carmi: Achar, who caused trouble for Israel by being unfaithful in taking what was consecrated to the Lord.
And the sonne of Carmi, Achar that troubled Israel, transgressing in the thing excommunicate.
And sons of Carmi: Achar, troubler of Israel, who trespassed in the devoted thing.
The son of Carmi: Achar, the troubler of Israel, who committed a trespass in the devoted thing.
And the sons of Carmi; Achar, the troubler of Israel, who transgressed in the thing accursed.
And the sons of a Charmi: Achar, who troubled Israel, and sinned by the theft of the anathema.
One of the sons of Zimri was Carmi. Carmi’s son Achan (OR, Achar) caused the people of Israel to experience much trouble, because he stole some of the things that had been devoted to Yahweh to be destroyed.
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1 Chronicles 2:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/בְנֵ֖י
כַּרְמִ֑י
עָכָר֙
עוֹכֵ֣ר
יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
מָעַ֖ל
בַּ/חֵֽרֶם
וּ/בְנֵ֖י
bên
H1121
son
Conj | N-mp
כַּרְמִ֑י
Karmîy
H3756
Carmi
N-proper
עָכָר֙
ʻÂkâr
H5917
Achan
N-proper
עוֹכֵ֣ר
ʻâkar
H5916
to trouble
V-Qal
יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
Israel
N-proper
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
מָעַ֖ל
mâʻal
H4603
be unfaithful
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
בַּ/חֵֽרֶם
chêrem
H2764
devoted thing
Prep | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 2:7
וּ/בְנֵ֖י
bên
H1121
"son"
Conj | 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.
כַּרְמִ֑י
Karmîy
H3756
"Carmi"
N-proper
Karmi was an Israelite, a descendant of Judah, and the father of several children, including Hur and Jesher, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 2. He had multiple wives, including Azubah and Ephrathah.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at 1Ch.2.9; son of: Hezron (H2696H); brother of: Ram (H7410), Jerahmeel (H3396), Segub (H7687H) and Ashhur (H0806); married to Azubah (H5806H), Jerioth (H3408), Ephrathah (H0672), Ephah (H5891H) and Maacah (H4601L); father of: Hur (H2354), Jesher (H3475), Shobab (H7727H), Ardon (H0715), Mareshah@1Ch.2.42 (H4337), Haran (H2771B), Moza (H4162), Gazez (H1495), Jahdai (H3056), Sheber (H7669), Tirhanah (H8647), Shaaph (H8174H), Sheva (H7724) and Achsah (H5915H); also called Carmi (NIV: Karmi) at 1Ch.4.1(?); Chelubai at 1Ch.2.9; Another name of ka.lev (כָּלֵב "Caleb" H3612H) § Carmi = "my vineyard" 1) the 4th son of Reuben and progenitor of the Carmites 2) a Judaite, father of Achan, the 'troubler of Israel' in the time of Joshua
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Carmi. See also: Genesis 46:9; Joshua 7:18; 1 Chronicles 5:3.
עָכָר֙
ʻÂkâr
H5917
"Achan"
N-proper
Achan was an Israelite from the tribe of Judah who disobeyed God by taking loot from Jericho. His name means troubler and he was punished for his actions, as told in Joshua 7:1.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living before Israel's Monarchy, first mentioned at Jos.7.1; son of: Carmi (H3756H) Another spelling of a.khan (עָכָן "Achan" H5912) § Achar = "troubler" 1) a Judaite who violated God's specific ban on taking any loot from the captured city of Jericho and was stoned to death along with his family for this violation 1a) alternate spelling for 'Achan'
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Achar. Compare H5912 (עָכָן). See also: 1 Chronicles 2:7.
עוֹכֵ֣ר
ʻâkar
H5916
"to trouble"
V-Qal
This Hebrew word means to trouble or disturb, like stirring up water. It is used to describe causing problems or affliction, as seen in various KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to trouble, stir up, disturb, make (someone) taboo 1a) (Qal) to disturb, trouble 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be disturbed, be stirred up 1b2) disturbance, calamity (participle)
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: trouble, stir. See also: Genesis 34:30; 1 Kings 18:18; Psalms 39:3.
יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
"Israel"
N-proper
Israel is the symbolic name of Jacob, also referring to his descendants. Jacob, son of Isaac and Rebekah, had 12 sons who became the tribes of Israel, as told in Genesis 25:26. His story is crucial to the Bible's narrative.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.25.26; son of: Isaac (H3327) and Rebekah (H7259); brother of: Esau (H6215); married to Rachel (H7354), Leah (H3812), Zilpah (H2153) and Bilhah (H1090A); father of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); also called Jacob frequently § Israel = "God prevails" 1) the second name for Jacob given to him by God after his wrestling with the angel at Peniel 2) the name of the descendants and the nation of the descendants of Jacob 2a) the name of the nation until the death of Solomon and the split 2b) the name used and given to the northern kingdom consisting of the 10 tribes under Jeroboam; the southern kingdom was known as Judah 2c) the name of the nation after the return from exile
Usage: Occurs in 2231 OT verses. KJV: Israel. See also: Genesis 32:29; Exodus 13:18; Exodus 40:38.
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
מָעַ֖ל
mâʻal
H4603
"be unfaithful"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to be unfaithful or act treacherously, covering up or acting secretly against someone. It's used to describe actions against people or God, such as committing a trespass or transgressing. The Bible translates it as 'transgress' or 'trespass'.
Definition: 1) to act unfaithfully, act treacherously, transgress, commit a trespass 1a) (Qal) to act unfaithfully or treacherously 1a1) against man 1a2) against God 1a3) against devoted thing 1a4) against husband
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: transgress, (commit, do a) trespass(-ing). See also: Leviticus 5:15; 2 Chronicles 28:19; Proverbs 16:10.
בַּ/חֵֽרֶם
chêrem
H2764
"devoted thing"
Prep | N-ms
A net or doomed object, like the cursed things the Israelites were warned against in Joshua 6:18.
Definition: 1) a thing devoted, thing dedicated, ban, devotion 2) have been utterly destroyed, (appointed to) utter destruction
Usage: Occurs in 31 OT verses. KJV: (ac-) curse(-d, -d thing), dedicated thing, things which should have been utterly destroyed, (appointed to) utter destruction, devoted (thing), net. See also: Leviticus 27:21; 1 Kings 20:42; Isaiah 34:5.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 2:7
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- Context
- Cross References
- 1 Chronicles 2:7 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 2:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 2:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 2:7
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 2:7
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 2:7
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 2:7
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Chronicles 2:7
- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 2:7
Context — The Sons of Israel
5The sons of Perez: Hezron and Hamul.
6The sons of Zerah: Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara —five in all.
7The son of Carmi: Achar, who brought trouble upon Israel by violating the ban on devoted things.
8The son of Ethan: Azariah. 9The sons who were born to Hezron: Jerahmeel, Ram, and Caleb.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Joshua 6:18 | But keep away from the things devoted to destruction, lest you yourself be set apart for destruction. If you take any of these, you will set apart the camp of Israel for destruction and bring disaster upon it. |
| 2 | Deuteronomy 7:26 | And you must not bring any detestable thing into your house, or you, like it, will be set apart for destruction. You are to utterly detest and abhor it, because it is set apart for destruction. |
| 3 | Joshua 7:25 | “Why have you brought this trouble upon us?” said Joshua. “Today the LORD will bring trouble upon you!” And all Israel stoned him to death. Then they stoned the others and burned their bodies. |
| 4 | Joshua 7:1–5 | The Israelites, however, acted unfaithfully regarding the things devoted to destruction. Achan son of Carmi, the son of Zabdi, the son of Zerah, of the tribe of Judah, took some of what was set apart. So the anger of the LORD burned against the Israelites. Meanwhile, Joshua sent men from Jericho to Ai, which is near Beth-aven to the east of Bethel, and told them, “Go up and spy out the land.” So the men went up and spied out Ai. On returning to Joshua, they reported, “There is no need to send all the people; two or three thousand men are enough to go up and attack Ai. Since the people of Ai are so few, you need not wear out all our people there.” So about three thousand men went up, but they fled before the men of Ai. And the men of Ai struck down about thirty-six of them, chasing them from the gate as far as the quarries and striking them down on the slopes. So the hearts of the people melted and became like water. |
| 5 | Joshua 22:20 | Was not Achan son of Zerah unfaithful regarding what was set apart for destruction, bringing wrath upon the whole congregation of Israel? Yet it was not only Achan who perished because of his sin!’” |
| 6 | Joshua 7:11–15 | Israel has sinned; they have transgressed My covenant that I commanded them, and they have taken some of what was devoted to destruction. Indeed, they have stolen and lied, and they have put these things with their own possessions. This is why the Israelites cannot stand against their enemies. They will turn their backs and run from their enemies, because they themselves have been set apart for destruction. I will no longer be with you unless you remove from among you whatever is devoted to destruction. Get up and consecrate the people, saying, ‘Consecrate yourselves for tomorrow, for this is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: Among you, O Israel, there are things devoted to destruction. You cannot stand against your enemies until you remove them. In the morning you must present yourselves tribe by tribe. The tribe that the LORD selects shall come forward clan by clan, and the clan that the LORD selects shall come forward family by family, and the family that the LORD selects shall come forward man by man. The one who is caught with the things devoted to destruction must be burned, along with all that belongs to him, because he has transgressed the covenant of the LORD and committed an outrage in Israel.’” |
| 7 | Deuteronomy 13:17 | Nothing devoted to destruction shall cling to your hands, so that the LORD will turn from His fierce anger, grant you mercy, show you compassion, and multiply you as He swore to your fathers, |
| 8 | 1 Chronicles 4:1 | The descendants of Judah: Perez, Hezron, Carmi, Hur, and Shobal. |
1 Chronicles 2:7 Summary
This verse tells us about a man named Achar, who did something very wrong by taking things that belonged to God. He disobeyed God's commands and it caused big problems for the people of Israel, as we see in Joshua 7:1-26. We can learn from Achar's mistake by being careful to obey God's commands and seeking forgiveness when we sin, as seen in 1 John 1:9. By doing so, we can avoid the kind of trouble that Achar brought upon Israel and live in obedience to God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to violate the ban on devoted things?
Violating the ban on devoted things refers to taking for oneself something that has been dedicated to God, as seen in Joshua 6:18-19, where Achan took items from Jericho that were supposed to be destroyed, leading to trouble for Israel.
Who was Achar and why is he mentioned in this verse?
Achar, also known as Achan, was a son of Carmi and is mentioned in this verse because his actions had significant consequences for the nation of Israel, as recorded in Joshua 7:1-26.
What kind of trouble did Achar bring upon Israel?
Achar's actions led to the defeat of Israel at the hands of the people of Ai, as well as the death of thirty-six Israelite soldiers, as recorded in Joshua 7:1-5, and it was not until Achar's sin was dealt with that Israel was able to experience victory again.
What can we learn from Achar's mistake?
We can learn from Achar's mistake the importance of obedience to God's commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 28:1-2, and the seriousness of sin, as seen in Romans 6:23, and the need for repentance and forgiveness, as seen in 1 John 1:9.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I may be 'violating the ban' in my own life by taking for myself what belongs to God?
- How can I ensure that I am being obedient to God's commands and avoiding the kind of trouble that Achar brought upon Israel?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be experiencing 'defeat' or struggle, and how can I seek God's help and guidance to overcome them?
- How can I apply the lesson of Achar's mistake to my own relationships and community, and work towards building each other up in love and obedience to God?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 2:7
And the sons of Carmi,.... The Targum adds, this is Zimri; but in Joshua 7:1 Carmi is said to be the son of Zabdi, who seems to be the same with Zimri; and some supply the word here, and read (o) the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 2:7
And the sons of Carmi; Achar, the troubler of Israel, who transgressed in the thing accursed. The sons of Carmi - he was the son of Zimri, or Zabdi, as he is called, Joshua 7:1. Achar - or Achan (Joshua 7:1).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 2:7
Carmi is here mentioned, because he was the son of Zimri, who is also called Zabdi, . Achar; called Achan, , and here Achar, with a little variation for greater significancy; for Achar signifies a troubler.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 2:7
1 Chronicles 2:7 And the sons of Carmi; Achar, the troubler of Israel, who transgressed in the thing accursed.Ver. 7. Achar.] Alias Achan, per paranomasiam.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 2:7
(7) The sons of Carmi.—See Note on 1 Chronicles 1:41.Achar, the troubler of Israel.—See Joshua 7:1, where the man is called “Achan, son of Carmi, son of Zabdi, son of Zerah, of the tribe of Judah.” The family of Carmi, therefore, were Zarhites. Joshua 7:24 calls him “Achan, the son of Zerah,” an expression which shows, if other proof were wanting, that we must be cautious of interpreting such phrases literally in all instances. Achar . . . troubler of Israel.—There is a play on the man’s name in the Hebrew, which is, “Achar ’ocher Yisrael.” So in Joshua 7:25 Joshua asks, “Why hast thou troubled us?” (‘achartânu), and in 1 Chronicles 2:26 the place of Achar’s doom is called “the valley of Achor” (trouble). Probably Achan is an old error for Achar.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 2:7
7. the sons of Carmi] Carmi is probably to be taken as the son of Zimri (= Zabdi, Joshua 7:1). Targ. however has “Carmi who is Zimri.” See note on Zimri 1 Chronicles 2:6. Achar] This form of the name (instead of “Achan” Joshua 7:1) is used by the Chronicler to bring out better the play on the Heb. word for “troubler.” The Heb. runs, “Achar ocher Israel.”
Barnes' Notes on 1 Chronicles 2:7
“Achan” Joshua 7:1 seems to have become “Achar,” in order to assimilate the word more closely to the Hebrew term for “troubler,” which was from the time of Achan’s sin regarded as the true meaning of his name Joshua 7:25-26.
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 2:7
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Who Are You Serving God or Money? by Brother Jaco | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the concept of financial freedom and challenges the idea that wealth and riches equate to godliness. He emphasizes that serving both God and m |
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The Accursed City Builder by Ian Paisley | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the unshakable truth and fulfillment of God's word. Despite the mockery and disbelief of the world, the prophecies recorded in the Bible wil |
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Lessons From Losing by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having a strong relationship and fellowship with God. He explains that sin in our lives can hinder our victory and success |
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Confession: Giving Glory to God by David Guzik | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of Achan and the defeat of the Israelites at the battle of AI. He highlights how Achan's sin not only led to their defeat but also c |
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Habakkuk - Part 2 by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the book of Habakkuk and specifically looks at the phrase "revive thy work in the midst of the years." The speaker explains that this phrase |
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Get Up! Why Are You Lying on Your Face? by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman emphasizes the need for men to rise up from their struggles and failures, drawing from Joshua 7 to illustrate how unconfessed sin can lead to defeat. He encourages me |
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We Also Will Be With Thee: Be of Good by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the importance of courage and collective support in the face of challenges, drawing parallels to the story of Achan and the need for confession before communi |