1 Chronicles 25:24
1 Chronicles 25:24 in Multiple Translations
the seventeenth to Joshbekashah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
The seventeenth to Joshbekashah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:
for the seventeenth to Joshbekashah, his sons and his brethren, twelve:
The seventeenth Joshbekashah, with his sons and his brothers, twelve;
The seventeenth fell to Joshbekashah, his sons and his brothers, 12 in total.
The seuenteenth, to Ioshbekashah, he, his sonnes and his brethren twelue.
at the seventeenth [to] Joshbekashah, his sons and his brethren, twelve;
for the seventeenth to Joshbekashah, his sons and his brothers, twelve;
The seventeenth to Joshbekashah, he , his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:
The seventeenth to Jesbacassa, to his sons and his brethren twelve.
Next, Joshbekashah and 12 of his sons and relatives were selected.
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1 Chronicles 25:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לְ/שִׁבְעָ֤ה
עָשָׂר֙
לְ/יָשְׁבְּקָ֔שָׁה
בָּנָ֥י/ו
וְ/אֶחָ֖י/ו
שְׁנֵ֥ים
עָשָֽׂר
לְ/שִׁבְעָ֤ה
shebaʻ
H7651
seven
Prep | Adj
עָשָׂר֙
ʻâsâr
H6240
ten
Adj
לְ/יָשְׁבְּקָ֔שָׁה
Yoshbᵉqâshâh
H3436
Joshbekashah
Prep | 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 25:24
לְ/שִׁבְעָ֤ה
shebaʻ
H7651
"seven"
Prep | Adj
This word means the number seven, which was considered a special or sacred number. It can also mean seven times or a week, and is used in the Bible to describe completeness or perfection. The KJV translates it as seven or sevenfold.
Definition: 1) seven (cardinal number) 1a) as ordinal number 1b) in combination-17, 700 etc Aramaic equivalent: shiv.ah (שִׁבְעָה "seven" H7655)
Usage: Occurs in 344 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] by) seven(-fold),-s, (-teen, -teenth), -th, times). Compare H7658 (שִׁבְעָנָה). See also: Genesis 4:24; Leviticus 23:15; 2 Samuel 21:6.
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.
לְ/יָשְׁבְּקָ֔שָׁה
Yoshbᵉqâshâh
H3436
"Joshbekashah"
Prep | N-proper
Joshbekashah was a Levite and the son of Heman, living during the Divided Monarchy. He is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 25:4, and his name means 'seated in harmony'.
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), Shebuel (H7619H), Jerimoth (H3406L), Hananiah (H2608P), Hanani (H2607H), Eliathah (H0448), Giddalti (H1437), Romamti-ezer (H7320), Mallothi (H4413), Hothir (H1956), Mahazioth (H4238) § Joshbekashah = "seated in hardness" son of Heman and the leader of the 17th course of musicians
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Joshbekashah. See also: 1 Chronicles 25:4; 1 Chronicles 25:24.
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 25:24
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Context — Twenty-Four Divisions of Musicians
22the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
23the sixteenth to Hananiah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
24the seventeenth to Joshbekashah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
25the eighteenth to Hanani, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; 26the nineteenth to Mallothi, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;1 Chronicles 25:24 Summary
This verse, 1 Chronicles 25:24, is talking about a man named Joshbekashah and his family, who were chosen to serve God in a special way. They were part of a larger group of Levites, who were set apart to lead in worship and music, as seen in 1 Chronicles 6:31-48. Just like Joshbekashah and his brothers, we are all called to serve God and use our talents for His glory, as stated in Romans 12:6-8. By serving together and using our gifts, we can bring joy and honor to God, just like the Levites in this verse.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the number 12 in this verse?
The number 12 in 1 Chronicles 25:24 likely represents a complete unit or a full group, 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 Joshbekashah and why is he mentioned in this verse?
Joshbekashah is listed as a leader of a group of Levites in 1 Chronicles 25:24, but little is known about him outside of this context, highlighting the importance of every individual's role in serving God, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:22.
Why does the Bible include such detailed lists of names and numbers?
The detailed lists in 1 Chronicles 25, including verse 24, demonstrate God's attention to detail and His care for each individual, as expressed in Matthew 10:30, where it says that even the hairs on our heads are numbered.
How can we apply the organizational structure described in this verse to our own lives?
The organizational structure in 1 Chronicles 25:24, where leaders are assigned to specific groups, can be applied to our own lives by recognizing the importance of leadership, teamwork, and serving one another, as encouraged in Ephesians 4:16 and Romans 12:4-5.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's desire for order and organization in our lives?
- How can I apply the principle of serving with a team, as seen in this verse, to my own ministry or service to others?
- In what ways can I trust God's sovereignty, even when I feel like just a small part of a larger group, like Joshbekashah and his brothers?
- What does this verse teach me about the value of every individual's contribution to the body of Christ?
- How can I use my own gifts and talents to serve God and others, just like the leaders and their brothers in this verse?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 25:24
Ver. 24 [See comments on 1 Chronicles 25:9]