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1 Chronicles 24:13

1 Chronicles 24:13 in Multiple Translations

the thirteenth to Huppah, the fourteenth to Jeshebeab,

The thirteenth to Huppah, the fourteenth to Jeshebeab,

the thirteenth to Huppah, the fourteenth to Jeshebeab,

The thirteenth Huppah, the fourteenth Jeshebeab,

The thirteenth to Huppah. The fourteenth to Jeshebeab.

The thirteenth to Huppa, the fouretenth to Ieshebeab,

for Huppah the thirteenth, for Jeshebeab the fourteenth,

the thirteenth to Huppah, the fourteenth to Jeshebeab,

The thirteenth to Huppah, the fourteenth to Jeshebeab,

The thirteenth to Hoppha, the fourteenth to Isbaab,

Next, Huppah was selected. Next, Jeshebeab was selected.

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1 Chronicles 24:13 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB לְ/חֻפָּה֙ שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה עָשָׂ֔ר לְ/יֶֽשֶׁבְאָ֖ב אַרְבָּעָ֥ה עָשָֽׂר
לְ/חֻפָּה֙ Chuppâh H2647 Huppah Prep | N-proper
שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה shâlôwsh H7969 three Adj
עָשָׂ֔ר ʻâsâr H6240 ten Adj
לְ/יֶֽשֶׁבְאָ֖ב Yeshebʼâb H3428 Jeshebeab Prep | N-proper
אַרְבָּעָ֥ה ʼarbaʻ H702 four Adj
עָשָֽׂר ʻâsâr H6240 ten Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 24:13

לְ/חֻפָּה֙ Chuppâh H2647 "Huppah" Prep | N-proper
This word refers to a person named Huppah, a priest who lived during King David's time, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 24:13. It can also mean a canopy or a covered area, symbolizing protection or divine care, as seen in Joel 2:16.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.24.13 § Huppah = "canopy" a priest of the 13th course in the time of David
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Huppah. See also: 1 Chronicles 24:13.
שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה shâlôwsh H7969 "three" Adj
This Hebrew word means three or thrice, and is used to describe quantities or repetitions in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including three, third, and thirteen.
Definition: 1) three, triad 1a) 3, 300, third Aramaic equivalent: te.lat (תְּלָת "three" H8532)
Usage: Occurs in 381 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] fork, [phrase] often(-times), third, thir(-teen, -teenth), three, [phrase] thrice. Compare H7991 (שָׁלִישׁ). See also: Genesis 5:22; Joshua 1:11; 2 Kings 9:32.
עָשָׂ֔ר ʻâsâr H6240 "ten" Adj
In Hebrew, this word means ten, and is used to form numbers like eleven or thirteen, as seen in Genesis 31:41. It is always used in combination with other numbers.
Definition: 1) ten, -teen (in combination with other numbers) 1a) used only in combination to make the numbers 11-19
Usage: Occurs in 292 OT verses. KJV: (eigh-, fif-, four-, nine-, seven-, six-, thir-) teen(-th), [phrase] eleven(-th), [phrase] sixscore thousand, [phrase] twelve(-th). See also: Genesis 5:8; Joshua 21:7; 1 Chronicles 25:27.
לְ/יֶֽשֶׁבְאָ֖ב Yeshebʼâb H3428 "Jeshebeab" Prep | N-proper
Jeshebeab was an Israelite who lived during the time of the divided kingdom. His name means 'dwelling of the father' and he was a Levite, a priest who served God.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.24.13 § Jeshebeab = "dwelling of the father" a Levite, head of the 14th course of the priests
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Jeshebeab. See also: 1 Chronicles 24:13.
אַרְבָּעָ֥ה ʼarbaʻ H702 "four" Adj
The number four is a simple counting number in Hebrew, used to describe quantities of things, such as people, objects, or groups.
Definition: four
Usage: Occurs in 277 OT verses. KJV: four. See also: Genesis 2:10; Judges 20:47; Esther 9:21.
עָשָֽׂר ʻâsâr H6240 "ten" Adj
In Hebrew, this word means ten, and is used to form numbers like eleven or thirteen, as seen in Genesis 31:41. It is always used in combination with other numbers.
Definition: 1) ten, -teen (in combination with other numbers) 1a) used only in combination to make the numbers 11-19
Usage: Occurs in 292 OT verses. KJV: (eigh-, fif-, four-, nine-, seven-, six-, thir-) teen(-th), [phrase] eleven(-th), [phrase] sixscore thousand, [phrase] twelve(-th). See also: Genesis 5:8; Joshua 21:7; 1 Chronicles 25:27.

Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 24:13

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1 Chronicles 24:13 Summary

This verse, 1 Chronicles 24:13, shows us how the priests were divided into groups to serve God. Huppah and Jeshebeab were assigned the thirteenth and fourteenth positions, which reminds us that everyone has a role to play in serving God, just like in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31, where the body of Christ is compared to a body with many parts. Each part, no matter how big or small, is important for the whole body to function well. This teaches us that our contributions, no matter how we might see them, are valued by God and necessary for the larger community, as seen in Matthew 25:40, where Jesus says that serving others is the same as serving Him.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the thirteenth and fourteenth positions in the priestly divisions?

The thirteenth and fourteenth positions, assigned to Huppah and Jeshebeab respectively, highlight the careful organization and distribution of priestly duties, as seen in 1 Chronicles 24:1-19, to ensure the Levites' responsibilities were shared and managed effectively, much like the delegation of tasks in Exodus 18:13-27.

Who were Huppah and Jeshebeab, and what can we learn from their inclusion in the priestly roster?

While specific details about Huppah and Jeshebeab are not provided in 1 Chronicles 24:13, their inclusion emphasizes the importance of every individual's role in serving God, as encouraged in 1 Peter 4:10-11, where believers are urged to use their unique gifts to serve one another.

How does this verse relate to the broader biblical theme of worship and service?

The assignment of the thirteenth and fourteenth positions to Huppah and Jeshebeab underscores the biblical emphasis on organized, collective worship and service, echoing the instructions for the tabernacle's setup and the Levites' duties in Numbers 3:6-10 and 8:5-26.

What does this verse teach us about God's attention to detail?

The specific mention of Huppah and Jeshebeab in 1 Chronicles 24:13 demonstrates God's concern for order and detail, reflecting His character as seen in Psalm 139:17-18, where the psalmist marvels at God's intricate knowledge and care for each individual.

Reflection Questions

  1. As I reflect on the roles assigned to Huppah and Jeshebeab, what is my own role in serving God and the community, and how can I fulfill it more faithfully?
  2. In what ways can I, like Huppah and Jeshebeab, humble myself to serve in the position God has assigned to me, whether visibly or behind the scenes?
  3. How might the organized distribution of tasks among the Levites inspire me to approach my own responsibilities and contributions to the body of Christ?
  4. What does the inclusion of every name in the priestly divisions, including Huppah and Jeshebeab, teach me about the value God places on each individual's participation in His work?

Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 24:13

[See comments on 2 Chronicles 24:7]

Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 24:13

(13) Huppah.—(Covering, canopy; Isaiah 4:5). Here only as a proper name; but comp. “Huppim” (1 Chronicles 7:12). Joshebeab.—Only here. It means, May the Father (i.e., God) cause to lead captive! But the LXX. reads Ιεσβααλ, or Ισβααλ : i.e., Eshbaal, “man of Baal.” So Vulg., “Isbaab.”

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