1 Chronicles 25:5
1 Chronicles 25:5 in Multiple Translations
All these sons of Heman the king’s seer were given him through the promises of God to exalt him, for God had given Heman fourteen sons and three daughters.
All these were the sons of Heman the king’s seer in the words of God, to lift up the horn. And God gave to Heman fourteen sons and three daughters.
All these were the sons of Heman the king’s seer in the words of God, to lift up the horn. And God gave to Heman fourteen sons and three daughters.
All these were sons of Heman, the king's seer in the words of God. And to make great his power God gave Heman fourteen sons and three daughters.
All these sons of Heman, the king's seer, were given to him through the promises of God to honor him, for God gave Heman fourteen sons and three daughters.
All these were the sonnes of Heman, the Kings Seer in the wordes of God to lift vp the horne: and God gaue to Heman fourtene sonnes and three daughters.
all these [are] sons of Heman — seer of the king in the things of God — to lift up a horn; and God giveth to Heman fourteen sons and three daughters.
All these were the sons of Heman the king’s seer in the words of God, to lift up the horn. God gave to Heman fourteen sons and three daughters.
All these were the sons of Heman the king's seer in the words of God, to lift up the horn. And God gave to Heman fourteen sons and three daughters.
All these were the sons of Heman the seer of the king in the words of God, to lift up the horn: and God gave to Heman fourteen sons and three daughters.
God promised to cause Heman to be strong, so altogether, God have him 14 sons and three daughters.
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1 Chronicles 25:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כָּל
אֵ֨לֶּה
בָנִ֜ים
לְ/הֵימָ֗ן
חֹזֵ֥ה
הַ/מֶּ֛לֶךְ
בְּ/דִבְרֵ֥י
הָ/אֱלֹהִ֖ים
לְ/הָרִ֣ים
קָ֑רֶן
וַ/יִּתֵּ֨ן
הָ/אֱלֹהִ֜ים
לְ/הֵימָ֗ן
בָּנִ֛ים
אַרְבָּעָ֥ה
עָשָׂ֖ר
וּ/בָנ֥וֹת
שָׁלֽוֹשׁ
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
אֵ֨לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
these
Pron
בָנִ֜ים
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
לְ/הֵימָ֗ן
Hêymân
H1968
Heman
Prep | N-proper
חֹזֵ֥ה
chôzeh
H2374
seer
N-ms
הַ/מֶּ֛לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
Art | N-ms
בְּ/דִבְרֵ֥י
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
Prep | N-mp
הָ/אֱלֹהִ֖ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
Art | N-mp
לְ/הָרִ֣ים
rûwm
H7311
to exalt
Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
קָ֑רֶן
qeren
H7161
horn
N-cs
וַ/יִּתֵּ֨ן
nâthan
H5414
to give
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
הָ/אֱלֹהִ֜ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
Art | N-mp
לְ/הֵימָ֗ן
Hêymân
H1968
Heman
Prep | N-proper
בָּנִ֛ים
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
אַרְבָּעָ֥ה
ʼarbaʻ
H702
four
Adj
עָשָׂ֖ר
ʻâsâr
H6240
ten
Adj
וּ/בָנ֥וֹת
bath
H1323
Bath (Shua)
Conj | N-fp
שָׁלֽוֹשׁ
shâlôwsh
H7969
three
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 25:5
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
אֵ֨לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
"these"
Pron
This Hebrew word is used to point out specific people or things, like saying 'these' or 'those'. It appears in the book of Genesis, where God says 'let there be light' and separates the light from the darkness.
Definition: 1) these 1a) used before antecedent 1b) used following antecedent Aramaic equivalent: el.leh (אֵלֶּה "these" H0429)
Usage: Occurs in 697 OT verses. KJV: an-(the) other; one sort, so, some, such, them, these (same), they, this, those, thus, which, who(-m). See also: Genesis 2:4; Exodus 35:1; Deuteronomy 1:35.
בָנִ֜ים
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
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.
לְ/הֵימָ֗ן
Hêymân
H1968
"Heman"
Prep | N-proper
Heman was the name of at least two Israelites, including a man from the tribe of Levi who lived during the United Monarchy. He was the son of Joel and father of many sons. The KJV translates his name as 'Heman'.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.6.33; son of: Joel (H3100); father of: Bukkiah (H1232), Mattaniah (H4983H), Uzziel (H5816J), Shebuel (H7619H), Jerimoth (H3406L), Hananiah (H2608P), Hanani (H2607H), Eliathah (H0448), Giddalti (H1437), Romamti-ezer (H7320), Joshbekashah (H3436), Mallothi (H4413), Hothir (H1956), Mahazioth (H4238), Jehuel (H3171K), Shimei (H8096P) § Heman = "faithful" 1) a wise man to whom Solomon was compared 2) son of Joel, grandson of Samuel, and a Levitical singer and author of PS 88 3) a seer
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Heman. See also: 1 Kings 5:11; 1 Chronicles 25:1; Psalms 88:1.
חֹזֵ֥ה
chôzeh
H2374
"seer"
N-ms
A seer or prophet, someone who receives visions from God, like those mentioned in 1 Samuel and Isaiah. This word is used to describe people with spiritual insight.
Definition: 1) seer 1a) seer 1b) vision
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: agreement, prophet, see that, seer, (star-) gazer. See also: 2 Samuel 24:11; 2 Chronicles 33:18; Isaiah 28:15.
הַ/מֶּ֛לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
Art | N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
בְּ/דִבְרֵ֥י
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
Prep | N-mp
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
הָ/אֱלֹהִ֖ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
Art | N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
לְ/הָרִ֣ים
rûwm
H7311
"to exalt"
Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
This verb can mean to lift something or someone up, like a parent lifting a child, or to exalt oneself in pride. In the Bible, it's used to describe God lifting up the humble and bringing down the proud.
Definition: 1) to rise, rise up, be high, be lofty, be exalted 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be high, be set on high 1a2) to be raised, be uplifted, be exalted 1a3) to be lifted, rise 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to raise or rear (children), cause to grow up 1b2) to lift up, raise, exalt 1b3) to exalt, extol 1c) (Polal) to be lifted up 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to raise, lift, lift up, take up, set up, erect, exalt, set on high 1d2) to lift up (and take away), remove 1d3) to lift off and present, contribute, offer, contribute 1e) (Hophal) to be taken off, be abolished 1f) (Hithpolel) to exalt oneself, magnify oneself Aramaic equivalent: rum (רוּם "to rise" H7313)
Usage: Occurs in 184 OT verses. KJV: bring up, exalt (self), extol, give, go up, haughty, heave (up), (be, lift up on, make on, set up on, too) high(-er, one), hold up, levy, lift(-er) up, (be) lofty, ([idiom] a-) loud, mount up, offer (up), [phrase] presumptuously, (be) promote(-ion), proud, set up, tall(-er), take (away, off, up), breed worms. See also: Genesis 7:17; Psalms 46:11; Psalms 3:4.
קָ֑רֶן
qeren
H7161
"horn"
N-cs
In the Bible, this word means a horn or a corner, and can also refer to power or a mountain peak. It's used to describe a place called Karnaim, which was conquered by Israel. The KJV translation uses phrases like 'hill' or 'horn' to convey the idea.
Definition: 1) horn 1a) horn 1b) of strength (fig) 1c) flask (container for oil) 1d) horn (as musical instrument) 1e) horn (of horn-like projections on the altar) 1f) of rays of light 1g) hill Aramaic equivalent: qe.ren (קֶ֫רֶן "horn" H7162)
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] hill, horn. See also: Genesis 22:13; Psalms 75:5; Psalms 18:3.
וַ/יִּתֵּ֨ן
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.
Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon
Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.
הָ/אֱלֹהִ֜ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
Art | N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
לְ/הֵימָ֗ן
Hêymân
H1968
"Heman"
Prep | N-proper
Heman was the name of at least two Israelites, including a man from the tribe of Levi who lived during the United Monarchy. He was the son of Joel and father of many sons. The KJV translates his name as 'Heman'.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.6.33; son of: Joel (H3100); father of: Bukkiah (H1232), Mattaniah (H4983H), Uzziel (H5816J), Shebuel (H7619H), Jerimoth (H3406L), Hananiah (H2608P), Hanani (H2607H), Eliathah (H0448), Giddalti (H1437), Romamti-ezer (H7320), Joshbekashah (H3436), Mallothi (H4413), Hothir (H1956), Mahazioth (H4238), Jehuel (H3171K), Shimei (H8096P) § Heman = "faithful" 1) a wise man to whom Solomon was compared 2) son of Joel, grandson of Samuel, and a Levitical singer and author of PS 88 3) a seer
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Heman. See also: 1 Kings 5:11; 1 Chronicles 25:1; Psalms 88:1.
בָּנִ֛ים
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
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.
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.
עָשָׂ֖ר
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.
וּ/בָנ֥וֹת
bath
H1323
"Bath (Shua)"
Conj | N-fp
The Hebrew word for daughter is used to describe a female child or a woman, and can also be used figuratively. In the Bible, it is used to describe women like Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah and later of King David.
Definition: A woman living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.38.2; daughter of: Shua (H7770); married to Judah (H3063); mother of: Er (H6147), Onan (H0209) and Shelah (H7956) the wife of Uriah whom David had murdered, having had adulterous relations with her; subsequently wife of David and mother of Solomon, Shimea, Shobab, and Nathan (alternate spelling to 'Bathsheba')
Usage: Occurs in 498 OT verses. KJV: apple (of the eye), branch, company, daughter, [idiom] first, [idiom] old, [phrase] owl, town, village. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 2:21; Ruth 1:13.
שָׁלֽוֹשׁ
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.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 25:5
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Context — Twenty-Four Divisions of Musicians
3From the sons of Jeduthun: Gedaliah, Zeri, Jeshaiah, Shimei, Hashabiah, and Mattithiah—six in all—under the direction of their father Jeduthun, who prophesied with the harp, giving thanks and praise to the LORD.
4From the sons of Heman: Bukkiah, Mattaniah, Uzziel, Shebuel, Jerimoth, Hananiah, Hanani, Eliathah, Giddalti, Romamti-ezer, Joshbekashah, Mallothi, Hothir, and Mahazioth.
5All these sons of Heman the king’s seer were given him through the promises of God to exalt him, for God had given Heman fourteen sons and three daughters.
6All these were under the direction of their fathers for the music of the house of the LORD with cymbals, harps, and lyres, for the service of the house of God. Asaph, Jeduthun, and Heman were under the direction of the king. 7Together with their relatives, who were all trained and skillful in the songs of the LORD, they numbered 288.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 21:9 | And the LORD instructed Gad, David’s seer, |
| 2 | Psalms 127:3 | Children are indeed a heritage from the LORD, and the fruit of the womb is His reward. |
| 3 | 1 Samuel 9:9 | (Formerly in Israel, a man on his way to inquire of God would say, “Come, let us go to the seer.” For the prophet of today was formerly called the seer.) |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 28:5 | And of all my sons—for the LORD has given me many sons—He has chosen Solomon my son to sit on the throne of the kingdom of the LORD over Israel. |
| 5 | Isaiah 8:18 | Here am I, and the children the LORD has given me as signs and symbols in Israel from the LORD of Hosts, who dwells on Mount Zion. |
| 6 | 2 Samuel 24:11 | When David got up in the morning, a revelation from the LORD had come to Gad the prophet, David’s seer: |
| 7 | Genesis 33:5 | When Esau looked up and saw the women and children, he asked, “Who are these with you?” Jacob answered, “These are the children God has graciously given your servant.” |
1 Chronicles 25:5 Summary
This verse tells us that Heman, the king's seer, was given fourteen sons and three daughters by God as a way of exalting him. This shows that God blesses His people in many ways, including giving them children, as seen in Psalm 127:3-5. Just like Heman, we can trust that God will keep His promises to us, even if they seem small or personal, and use those blessings to serve and worship Him, as commanded in Psalm 100:1-5. By doing so, we can bring glory to God's name and fulfill our purpose in life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that Heman was the king's seer?
A seer in the Bible was a prophet or a person who received visions from God, as seen in 1 Samuel 9:9, and Heman's role was to provide spiritual guidance to the king, which is a significant position of trust and responsibility.
How did God exalt Heman through his children?
According to 1 Chronicles 25:5, God gave Heman fourteen sons and three daughters, which was a way of exalting him, as having a large family was considered a blessing from God, as stated in Psalm 127:3-5.
What is the significance of Heman's sons being musicians in the house of the LORD?
The fact that Heman's sons were musicians in the house of the LORD, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 25:6, highlights the importance of worship and music in the biblical tradition, as seen in Psalm 100:1-5, where God commands His people to make a joyful noise unto Him.
How does this verse relate to God's promises in the Bible?
This verse shows that God's promises are not just limited to grand, earth-shaking events, but also include personal blessings and provisions, such as the gift of children, as seen in Psalm 37:4, where God promises to give us the desires of our heart if we delight in Him.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has exalted you in your life, and how can you use those blessings to serve Him?
- How can you, like Heman, use your gifts and talents to serve God and bring glory to His name?
- What does it mean to you that God is a promise-keeping God, and how can you trust in His faithfulness in your own life?
- In what ways can you, like the sons of Heman, use music and worship to express your love and gratitude to God?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 25:5
All these were the sons of Heman, the king's seer,.... The prophet of the king, as the Targum, who was frequently with him, assisting him in the words of God: in divine things: to lift up the horn;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 25:5
All these were the sons of Heman the king's seer in the words of God, to lift up the horn. And God gave to Heman fourteen sons and three daughters. Heman the king's seer.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:5
The king’ s seer, or prophet, which is the same thing, . Either he was a prophet as well as a singer; or he is thus called because he prophesied in the sense designed, . And he is called the king’ s seer, either because the king took special delight in him, or because he frequently attended upon the king in his palace, executing his sacred office there, while the rest were constantly employed in the tabernacle. In the words of God, i.e. to sing such Divine songs as were inspired by God to the prophets or holy men of God. To lift up the horn; either, 1. Metaphorically, to extol and praise God for exalting the horn (i.e. the power and kingdom) of David; of which phrase see . Or rather, 2. Properly, to praise God with the sound of a trumpet, (as was usual, as 13:12) or some other musical instrument made of horn, which being a martial kind of music, might be most grateful to David’ s martial spirit; though he was also skilled in other instruments of music, which he used in the house of God, as is expressed in the next verse.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:5
1 Chronicles 25:5 All these [were] the sons of Heman the king’ s seer in the words of God, to lift up the horn. And God gave to Heman fourteen sons and three daughters. Ver. 5. The king’ s seer.] And, as some think, a psalmographer. To lift up the horn.] Whereas Asaph and Jeduthun’ s task was to sing such psalms chiefly as tended to the instruction and comfort of the people: Heman was appointed to sing such as did set forth the exaltation of David’ s, but especially of Christ’ s, kingdom: Ad exaltandam potentiam et dignitatem regiam. Vatab.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:5
(5) All these were the sons of Heman.—Literally, Were sons to Heman.The king’s seer in the words of God.—Or, in the things of God, in Divine (that is, liturgical) matters. Heman was a prophet as well as a minstrel. (For the connection between music and prophecy, comp. 1 Samuel 10:5-6; 2 Kings 3:15; Exodus 15:20.) Comp. also Note on 1 Chronicles 25:1, above. Seer.—Heb., hôzèh. Literally, gazer. The word rendered “seer” in 1 Chronicles 26:28 and 1 Samuel 9:9 is different (rô’èh). Gad was called “David’s seer” (1 Chronicles 21:9); so also Jeduthun is “the king’s seer” (2 Chronicles 35:15). To lift up the horn.—That is, according to Bertheau, “to blow the horns loudly.” With this he connects the preceding phrase, which he renders “by God’s commands.” (Comp. 2 Chronicles 29:15.) But the horn does not appear elsewhere among the instruments of the Temple musicians, and the phrase “to lift up the horn” of a person is a well-known Hebrew metaphor. (Comp. 1 Samuel 2:10 : “May he give strength to his king, and lift up the horn of his anointed.”) Thus it seems that the meaning is that God gave all these “sons”—i.e., proficient disciples—to Heman in order to strengthen him for his work by providing him with a strong body of able assistants. And three daughters.—The mention of “three daughters” is interesting, as an indication that women sustained a part in the service of song.
(Comp. Exodus 15:20; Judges 11:34; 1 Samuel 18:6.) The Syriac omits the whole verse.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:5
Verse 5. To lift up the horn] "The horn of prophecy," says Jarchi; "to sound with the trumpet in the words of prophecy before the Lord."-T. Three daughters.] These also were employed among the singers.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 25:5
5. the king’s seer] This title is given to Gad in 1 Chronicles 21:9, and to Asaph, Heman and Jeduthun, all three in 2 Chronicles 35:15 (LXX. not Heb.). in the words of God] The exact meaning of this is uncertain; it may either mean “in divine things” (i.e. arrangements for worship), or “by divine appointment” (cp. 2 Chronicles 29:15 “by the words of the Lord”). to lift up the horn] i.e. to make loud blasts upon the horn. fourteen sons] Corresponding with the fourteen names given in 1 Chronicles 25:4.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Chronicles 25:5
To lift up the horn - Some take this literally, and consider that Heman and his sons played on the born in the musical services; but there is no other evidence that the horn was so employed.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:5
5. Heman the king’s seer in the words of God — Besides his musical talent, Heman had also the gift of revelation, to make known to the king the things of God. Asaph and Jeduthun were also seers.
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 25:5
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All These Were Under the Hands of Their Father by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the importance of a harmonious family life centered around worship and music, as exemplified by the family of Heman, who contributed to the Temple service. He |
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(Godly Home) Part 1 - the Holy Art of Training Children by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a green thumb and the art of polishing stones. He compares these skills to the art of preaching and teaching the wor |
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Rope Wanted by William Booth | In this sermon, the preacher tells the story of Mary, a young woman who bravely risked her life to save others during a devastating tidal wave. Despite the warnings of her comrades |
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Children by Charles Stanley | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that while parents have a responsibility to teach and guide their children in their faith, ultimately each child must develop their own belie |
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1992 Missions Conference Talk - Part 1 by Richard Wurmbrand | This sermon emphasizes the importance of listening to God and each other, highlighting a personal story of enduring love and faithfulness through trials. It delves into the concept |
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(Godly Home) Part 3 - the Eternal Value of a Child by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of building a strong foundation in the relationship between parents and their children. He shares a story of a couple seeking |
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(Godly Home) Part 10 - the Hearts of the Fathers Must Turn by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, Brother Denny emphasizes the importance of relationships, particularly the relationship between fathers and their children. He shares a story about a father who neg |