1 Chronicles 25:20
1 Chronicles 25:20 in Multiple Translations
the thirteenth to Shubael, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
The thirteenth to Shubael, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:
for the thirteenth, Shubael, his sons and his brethren, twelve:
The thirteenth Shubael, with his sons and his brothers, twelve;
The thirteenth fell to Shubael, his sons and his brothers, 12 in total.
The thirteenth, to Shubael, he, his sonnes and his brethren twelue.
at the thirteenth [to] Shubael, his sons and his brethren, twelve;
for the thirteenth, Shubael, his sons and his brothers, twelve;
The thirteenth to Shubael, he , his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:
The thirteenth to Subael, to his sons and his brethren twelve.
Next, Shubael and 12 of his sons and relatives were selected.
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1 Chronicles 25:20 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לִ/שְׁלֹשָׁ֤ה
עָשָׂר֙
שֽׁוּבָאֵ֔ל
בָּנָ֥י/ו
וְ/אֶחָ֖י/ו
שְׁנֵ֥ים
עָשָֽׂר
לִ/שְׁלֹשָׁ֤ה
shâlôwsh
H7969
three
Prep | Adj
עָשָׂר֙
ʻâsâr
H6240
ten
Adj
שֽׁוּבָאֵ֔ל
Shᵉbûwʼêl
H7619
Shebuel
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 25:20
לִ/שְׁלֹשָׁ֤ה
shâlôwsh
H7969
"three"
Prep | 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.
עָשָׂר֙
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.
שֽׁוּבָאֵ֔ל
Shᵉbûwʼêl
H7619
"Shebuel"
N-proper
Shebuel was a man from the tribe of Levi, living during the time of the Divided Monarchy. He is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 25:4 as the son of Heman and brother of several other notable Israelites, including Bukkiah and Mattaniah.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.25.4; son of: Heman (H1968I); brother of: Bukkiah (H1232), Mattaniah (H4983H), Uzziel (H5816J), Jerimoth (H3406L), Hananiah (H2608P), Hanani (H2607H), Eliathah (H0448), Giddalti (H1437), Romamti-ezer (H7320), Joshbekashah (H3436), Mallothi (H4413), Hothir (H1956) and Mahazioth (H4238); also called Shubael at 1Ch.25.20; § Shebuel or Shubael = "captive of God" 1) son of Gershom and grandson of Moses 2) one of the 14 sons of Heman the musician
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Shebuel, Shubael. See also: 1 Chronicles 23:16; 1 Chronicles 25:4; 1 Chronicles 26:24.
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 25:20
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Context — Twenty-Four Divisions of Musicians
18the eleventh to Azarel, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
19the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
20the thirteenth to Shubael, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
21the fourteenth to Mattithiah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; 22the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;1 Chronicles 25:20 Summary
This verse tells us about a man named Shubael who was in charge of a group of musicians in the temple. He, along with his sons and brothers, was responsible for leading worship and music, similar to the role of other musicians in the Bible, such as those mentioned in 2 Chronicles 5:12-13. The fact that there were 12 people in each division, including Shubael's, may symbolize completeness or perfection, as seen in other parts of the Bible, like Genesis 49:28. This verse reminds us that worship is an important part of our relationship with God, and that we should strive to use our talents and abilities to serve Him, as encouraged in Psalm 100:1-5 and Colossians 3:16-17.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the number 12 in 1 Chronicles 25:20?
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 Shubael and what was his role in the biblical context?
Shubael was a Levite who was assigned the 13th division of musicians in the temple, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 25:20, and his role was to lead his sons and brothers in worship and music, similar to the role of other Levites in 1 Chronicles 6:31-48.
Why did the biblical authors include such detailed information about the divisions of musicians?
The biblical authors included these details to emphasize the importance of worship and the organization of the temple services, as seen in 1 Chronicles 25:1-31 and 2 Chronicles 5:12-13, and to highlight the role of the Levites in leading the people in worship.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of worship in the Bible?
This verse is part of a larger narrative about the organization of worship in the temple, which is rooted in the commands of God in Leviticus 1:1-7:38 and emphasized throughout the Bible, including in Psalms 100:1-5 and Ephesians 5:19-20.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about the importance of organization and planning in worship, and how can we apply this principle in our own worship services?
- How does the assignment of specific duties to Shubael and his family relate to the concept of spiritual gifts and callings in 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 and Romans 12:3-8?
- In what ways can we, like Shubael and his family, use our talents and abilities to serve God and lead others in worship, as encouraged in Psalm 96:1-3 and Hebrews 13:15-16?
- What can we learn from the fact that Shubael's division was the 13th, and how does this relate to the biblical theme of God's sovereignty and timing, as seen in Galatians 4:4-5 and Psalm 31:15?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 25:20
Ver. 20 [See comments on 1 Chronicles 25:9]
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:20
(20) The thirteenth to Shubael.—The Hebrew is, to thirteenth, Shubael, his sons and his brethren, twelve; and so in the next verse. The meaning seems to be: as to, or as regards, the thirteenth. Shubael (Shebuel) has occurred before (1 Chronicles 23:16; 1 Chronicles 24:20).
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 25:20
20. Shubael] Called Shebuel, 1 Chronicles 25:4.