1 Chronicles 25:12
1 Chronicles 25:12 in Multiple Translations
the fifth to Nethaniah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
The fifth to Nethaniah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:
the fifth to Nethaniah, his sons and his brethren, twelve:
The fifth Nethaniah, with his sons and his brothers, twelve;
The fifth to Nethaniah, his sons and his brothers, 12 in total.
The fift, to Nethaniah, he, his sonnes and his brethren twelue.
the fifth [to] Nethaniah, his sons and his brethren, twelve;
the fifth to Nethaniah, his sons and his brothers, twelve;
The fifth to Nethaniah, he , his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:
The fifth to Nathania, to his sons and his brethren twelve.
Next, Nethaniah and 12 of his sons and relatives were selected.
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1 Chronicles 25:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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הַ/חֲמִישִׁ֣י
נְתַנְיָ֔הוּ
בָּנָ֥י/ו
וְ/אֶחָ֖י/ו
שְׁנֵ֥ים
עָשָֽׂר
הַ/חֲמִישִׁ֣י
chămîyshîy
H2549
fifth
Art | Adj
נְתַנְיָ֔הוּ
Nᵉthanyâh
H5418
Nethaniah
N-proper
בָּנָ֥י/ו
bên
H1121
son
N-mp | Suff
וְ/אֶחָ֖י/ו
ʼâch
H251
brother
Conj | N-mp | Suff
שְׁנֵ֥ים
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj
עָשָֽׂר
ʻâsâr
H6240
ten
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 25:12
הַ/חֲמִישִׁ֣י
chămîyshîy
H2549
"fifth"
Art | Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means fifth, referring to something in the fifth position. It appears in Exodus 20:12, where honoring parents is the fifth commandment. This word is used to show order and sequence.
Definition: ordinal number, 5th
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: fifth (part). See also: Genesis 1:23; 1 Chronicles 2:14; Jeremiah 1:3.
נְתַנְיָ֔הוּ
Nᵉthanyâh
H5418
"Nethaniah"
N-proper
Nethaniah was a Levite and his name means 'given of Jehovah', and is mentioned in the book of Jeremiah as the father of Jehudi.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Jer.36.14; son of: Shelemiah (H8018K); father of: Jehudi (H3065) § Nethaniah = "given of Jehovah" 1) son of Elishama of the royal family of Judah and father of Ishmael who murdered Gedaliah 2) father of Jehudi 3) a Levite, one of the 4 sons of Asaph the minstrel 4) a Levite in the reign of king Jehoshaphat of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: Nethaniah. See also: 2 Kings 25:23; Jeremiah 41:2; Jeremiah 36:14.
בָּנָ֥י/ו
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp | Suff
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.
וְ/אֶחָ֖י/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.
שְׁנֵ֥ים
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
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 25:12
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Context — Twenty-Four Divisions of Musicians
10the third to Zaccur, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
11the fourth to Izri, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
12the fifth to Nethaniah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
13the sixth to Bukkiah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; 14the seventh to Jesarelah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;1 Chronicles 25:12 Summary
This verse is talking about a man named Nethaniah, who was a leader of a group of musicians in the tabernacle. He had 11 other family members who helped him lead worship, making a total of 12. This shows us that worship is not just about one person, but about a community coming together to praise God (as seen in Psalms 100:2). Just like Nethaniah and his family, we can use our talents and gifts to serve God and lead others in worship, and we should strive to do so in an orderly and structured way, just like the musicians in 1 Chronicles 25.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the number 12 in this verse?
The number 12 may symbolize completeness or perfection, as seen in other biblical contexts, such as the 12 tribes of Israel in Genesis 49:28 or the 12 apostles of Jesus Christ in Matthew 10:2-4.
Who was Nethaniah and why is he mentioned in this verse?
Nethaniah was a Levite and a leader of worship in the tabernacle, as indicated by his inclusion in the list of musicians in 1 Chronicles 25, and his role is similar to that of other worship leaders like Asaph in 1 Chronicles 6:39.
What can we learn from the organization of the musicians in 1 Chronicles 25?
The organization of the musicians into 24 divisions, with 12 members in each division, demonstrates the importance of order and structure in worship, as emphasized in other passages like Psalms 100:2 and Colossians 3:16.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of worship in the Bible?
This verse highlights the role of music and worship in the life of the Israelites, which is a theme that continues throughout the Bible, including in the Psalms and in the New Testament, where believers are called to worship God in spirit and truth, as seen in John 4:24.
Reflection Questions
- What role does music play in my personal worship and how can I use it to deepen my relationship with God?
- How can I, like Nethaniah, use my gifts and talents to serve God and lead others in worship?
- What does the structure and organization of the musicians in 1 Chronicles 25 teach me about the importance of community and teamwork in worship?
- In what ways can I apply the principles of order and structure seen in this verse to my own life and worship?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 25:12
Ver. 12 [See comments on 1 Chronicles 25:9]
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:12
Verse 12. The fifth to Nethaniah] The third son of Asaph. Thus we find the lot did not run in any particular kind of order.