1 Chronicles 24:14
1 Chronicles 24:14 in Multiple Translations
the fifteenth to Bilgah, the sixteenth to Immer,
The fifteenth to Bilgah, the sixteenth to Immer,
the fifteenth to Bilgah, the sixteenth to Immer,
The fifteenth Bilgah, the sixteenth Immer,
The fifteenth to Bilgah. The sixteenth to Immer.
The fiftenth to Bilgah, the sixtenth to Immer,
for Bilgah the fifteenth, for Immer the sixteenth,
the fifteenth to Bilgah, the sixteenth to Immer,
The fifteenth to Bilgah, the sixteenth to Immer,
The fifteenth to Belga, the sixteenth to Emmer,
Next, Bilgah was selected. Next, Immer was selected.
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1 Chronicles 24:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לְ/בִלְגָּה֙
חֲמִשָּׁ֣ה
עָשָׂ֔ר
לְ/אִמֵּ֖ר
שִׁשָּׁ֥ה
עָשָֽׂר
לְ/בִלְגָּה֙
Bilgah
H1083
Bilgah
Prep | N-proper
חֲמִשָּׁ֣ה
châmêsh
H2568
five
Adj
עָשָׂ֔ר
ʻâsâr
H6240
ten
Adj
לְ/אִמֵּ֖ר
ʼImmêr
H564
Immer
Prep | N-proper
שִׁשָּׁ֥ה
shêsh
H8337
six
Adj
עָשָֽׂר
ʻâsâr
H6240
ten
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 24:14
לְ/בִלְגָּה֙
Bilgah
H1083
"Bilgah"
Prep | N-proper
Bilgah was an Israelite priest who lived during the time of David and Zerubbabel, and is mentioned in Nehemiah 10:8. His name means cheerfulness, reflecting a positive and joyful attitude.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Neh.10.8; also called Bilgai at Neh.10.8; Also named: bil.gay (בִּלְגַּי "Bilgai" H1084) § Bilgah = "cheerfulness" 1) a priest of the 15th course, in David's time 2) a priest accompanying Zerubbabel
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Bilgah. See also: 1 Chronicles 24:14; Nehemiah 12:5; Nehemiah 12:18.
חֲמִשָּׁ֣ה
châmêsh
H2568
"five"
Adj
This Hebrew word simply means the number five. It is used throughout the Bible to describe quantities of five, such as five loaves of bread in Matthew 14:17. It can also mean a multiple of five.
Definition: 1) five 1a) five (cardinal number) 1b) a multiple of five (with another number) 1c) fifth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 272 OT verses. KJV: fif(-teen), fifth, five ([idiom] apiece). See also: Genesis 5:6; Numbers 31:45; Ezra 2:66.
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/אִמֵּ֖ר
ʼImmêr
H564
"Immer"
Prep | N-proper
Immer was the name of several Israelites, including a priest during David's time and the father of a priest named Zadok, as mentioned in the Bible.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.3.29; father of: Zadok (H6659K) § Immer = "he hath said" 1) a priest in David's time 2) a priest in Jeremiah's time 3) the father of Zadok the priest 4) an ancestor of a priest
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Immer. See also: 1 Chronicles 9:12; Nehemiah 3:29; Jeremiah 20:1.
שִׁשָּׁ֥ה
shêsh
H8337
"six"
Adj
This Hebrew word means the number six, and is often used in the Bible to describe measurements, like the six days of creation in Genesis 1.
Definition: 1) six 1a) six (cardinal number) 1b) sixth (ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers Aramaic equivalent: shet (שֵׁת "six" H8353)
Usage: Occurs in 202 OT verses. KJV: six(-teen, -teenth), sixth. See also: Genesis 7:6; 1 Kings 6:6; Proverbs 6:16.
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 24:14
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Context — Twenty-Four Divisions of Priests
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nehemiah 7:40 | the descendants of Immer, 1,052; |
| 2 | Ezra 2:37 | the descendants of Immer, 1,052; |
| 3 | Ezra 10:20 | From the descendants of Immer: Hanani and Zebadiah. |
1 Chronicles 24:14 Summary
This verse is talking about how the priests were divided into groups to serve in the temple. It's like how we have different jobs and responsibilities in our own lives, and we need to work together as a team to get things done, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31. Just like the priests had to be faithful and obedient in their duties, we too can seek to serve God with all our hearts, as encouraged in Deuteronomy 10:12-13 and Matthew 22:37-40. By following God's commands and working together, we can accomplish great things for His kingdom, as stated in 1 Corinthians 3:5-9 and Philippians 1:3-5.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the priests being divided into groups in 1 Chronicles 24:14?
The priests are being divided into groups for the purpose of organizing their service in the temple, as commanded by God through David, as seen in 1 Chronicles 24:1-5 and supported by the example of Exodus 28:1, where God instructs Moses on the consecration of priests.
What is the significance of the names mentioned in 1 Chronicles 24:14, such as Bilgah and Immer?
The names mentioned in 1 Chronicles 24:14, including Bilgah and Immer, are likely the names of the heads of the priestly families, as seen in 1 Chronicles 24:7-18, and serve as a record of the organizational structure of the priesthood, much like the genealogies in 1 Chronicles 1-9.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of a larger section in 1 Chronicles 23-27 that deals with the organization of the temple and its personnel, including the priests, Levites, and other officials, as seen in 1 Chronicles 23:1-32, and serves as a demonstration of David's obedience to God's commands, as stated in 2 Samuel 7:1-17 and 1 Chronicles 22:1-19.
What can we learn from the way the priests are assigned their duties in 1 Chronicles 24:14?
We can learn about the importance of organization, responsibility, and faithfulness in our own service to God, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 and Ephesians 4:11-12, where the apostle Paul discusses the different gifts and roles within the church.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's desire for order and organization in our lives, and how can we apply this to our own responsibilities and duties?
- How does the assignment of specific tasks and duties to the priests in 1 Chronicles 24:14 relate to our own callings and vocations, as discussed in 1 Peter 4:10-11 and Romans 12:3-8?
- In what ways can we, like the priests in this verse, seek to serve God faithfully and obediently in our own lives, as encouraged in Hebrews 12:1-3 and Colossians 3:23-24?
- What does this verse teach us about the importance of teamwork and cooperation in our service to God, as seen in 1 Corinthians 3:5-9 and Philippians 1:3-5?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 24:14
[See comments on 2 Chronicles 24:7]
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 24:14
(14) Immer.—1 Chronicles 9:10; Jeremiah 20:1 (perhaps a lamb).Bilgah.—Nehemiah 10:9 (“Bilgai”), 12:5 (smiling; comp. Isaac, the laugher).
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 24:14
14. Bilgah] “Bilgah” (Nehemiah 12:5) appears as a priest or priestly family in the time of the Return, and (under the form “Bilgai,” Nehemiah 10:8) in the time of Nehemiah. Immer] Cp. 1 Chronicles 9:12; Ezra 2:37; Jeremiah 20:1.