1 Chronicles 26:23
1 Chronicles 26:23 in Multiple Translations
From the Amramites, the Izharites, the Hebronites, and the Uzzielites:
Of the Amramites, and the Izharites, the Hebronites, and the Uzzielites:
Of the Amramites, of the Izharites, of the Hebronites, of the Uzzielites:
Of the Amramites, of the Izharites, of the Hebronites, of the Uzzielites:
From the Amramites, the Izharites, the Hebronites, and the Uzzielites:
Of the Amramites, of the Izharites, of the Hebronites and of the Ozielites.
for the Amramite, for the Izharite, for the Hebronite, for the Uzzielite.
Of the Amramites, of the Izharites, of the Hebronites, of the Uzzielites:
Of the Amramites, and the Izharites, the Hebronites, and the Uzzielites:
With the Amramites, and Isaarites, and Hebronites, and Ozielites.
Others who did that work were descendants of Amram, Izhar, Hebron and Uzziel.
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1 Chronicles 26:23 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לַֽ/עַמְרָמִי֙
לַ/יִּצְהָרִ֔י
לַֽ/חֶבְרוֹנִ֖י
לָֽ/עָזִּיאֵלִֽי
לַֽ/עַמְרָמִי֙
ʻAmrâmîy
H6020
Amramite
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לַ/יִּצְהָרִ֔י
Yitshârîy
H3325
Izharite
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לַֽ/חֶבְרוֹנִ֖י
Chebrôwnîy
H2276
Hebronite
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לָֽ/עָזִּיאֵלִֽי
ʻOzzîyʼêlîy
H5817
Uzzielite
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 26:23
לַֽ/עַמְרָמִי֙
ʻAmrâmîy
H6020
"Amramite"
Prep | Ngmsa
An Amramite is a descendant of Amram, who was a man of the tribe of Levi. Amramites are mentioned in Exodus 6:18 as part of the family of Kohath.
Definition: Someone descended from Amram who was a man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.6.18; son of: Kohath (H6955); brother of: Izhar (H3324), Hebron (H2275B) and Uzziel (H5816); married to Jochebed (H3115); father of: Moses (H4872), Aaron (H0175) and Miriam (H4813) Group of am.ram (עַמְרָם "Amram" H6019) § Amramites, of Aram "exalted" a branch of the Kohathite family of the tribe of Levi and descendants of Amram, the father of Moses
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Amramite. See also: Numbers 3:27; 1 Chronicles 26:23.
לַ/יִּצְהָרִ֔י
Yitshârîy
H3325
"Izharite"
Prep | Ngmsa
The Izharites were descendants of Izhar, a Levite who lived during the time of the Exodus. They were part of the tribe of Levi and played a role in Israel's history. The name Izharite means descendant of oil, signifying their ancestral connection.
Definition: Someone descended from Izhar who was a man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.6.18; son of: Kohath (H6955); brother of: Amram (H6019), Hebron (H2275B) and Uzziel (H5816); father of: Korah (H7141I), Nepheg (H5298), Zichri (H2147) and Shelomith (H8019A) Group of yits.har (יִצְהָר "Izhar" H3324) § Izharites or Izeharites = "oil" descendants of Izhar son of Kohath and grandson of Levi
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Izeharites, Izharites. See also: Numbers 3:27; 1 Chronicles 26:23; 1 Chronicles 26:29.
לַֽ/חֶבְרוֹנִ֖י
Chebrôwnîy
H2276
"Hebronite"
Prep | Ngmsa
A Hebronite is someone from the city of Hebron, which is associated with the tribe of Levi. The Hebronites are mentioned in the book of Exodus as descendants of Kohath.
Definition: People descended from Hebron, man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.6.18; son of: Kohath (H6955); brother of: Amram (H6019), Izhar (H3324) and Uzziel (H5816); father of: Jeriah (H3404), Amariah (H0568I), Jahaziel (H3166I) and Jekameam (H3360) Group of chev.ron (חֶבְרוֹן "Hebron" H2275B) § Hebronites , of Hebron 1) the inhabitants of the city of Hebron 2) the descendants of Hebron, the grandson of Levi
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Hebronites. See also: Numbers 3:27; 1 Chronicles 26:23; 1 Chronicles 26:31.
לָֽ/עָזִּיאֵלִֽי
ʻOzzîyʼêlîy
H5817
"Uzzielite"
Prep | Ngmsa
An Uzzielite is a descendant of Uzziel, a man of the tribe of Levi, and refers to his family or clan.
Definition: Someone descended from Uzziel who was a man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.6.18; son of: Kohath (H6955); brother of: Amram (H6019), Izhar (H3324) and Hebron (H2275B); father of: Mishael (H4332), Elizaphan (H0469), Sithri (H5644), Micah (H4318J) and Isshiah (H3449I) Group of uz.zi.el (עֻזִּיאֵל "Uzziel" H5816) § Uzzielites, of Uzziel "my strength is God" descendants of Uzziel
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Uzzielites. See also: Numbers 3:27; 1 Chronicles 26:23.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 26:23
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- Context
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- 1 Chronicles 26:23 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 26:23
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 26:23
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 26:23
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 26:23
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 26:23
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 26:23
Context — The Treasurers, Officers, and Judges
21From the descendants of Ladan, who were Gershonites through Ladan and heads of the families of Ladan the Gershonite, were Jehieli,
22the sons of Jehieli, Zetham, and his brother Joel. They were in charge of the treasuries of the house of the LORD.
23From the Amramites, the Izharites, the Hebronites, and the Uzzielites:
24Shebuel, a descendant of Gershom son of Moses, was the officer in charge of the treasuries. 25His relatives through Eliezer included Rehabiah his son, Jeshaiah his son, Joram his son, Zichri his son, and Shelomith his son.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Numbers 3:27 | From Kohath came the clans of the Amramites, the Izharites, the Hebronites, and the Uzzielites; these were the clans of the Kohathites. |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 23:12 | The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel—four in all. |
| 3 | Numbers 3:19 | The sons of Kohath by their clans were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. |
1 Chronicles 26:23 Summary
This verse talks about four families within the tribe of Levi who were responsible for certain tasks in the temple. Just like these families, we all have different roles and responsibilities in the body of Christ. We can learn from their example by being organized, working together, and using our unique gifts and talents to serve God, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 and Ephesians 4:11-12. By doing so, we can build up and support one another, just like the Levites did, and bring glory to God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the Amramites, Izharites, Hebronites, and Uzzielites in 1 Chronicles 26:23?
These were families within the tribe of Levi, as seen in Exodus 6:18 and Numbers 3:19, who were tasked with various responsibilities in the service of the tabernacle and later the temple, as described in 1 Chronicles 23:6 and 1 Chronicles 24:1.
How do these families relate to the overall organization of the Levites?
The Amramites, Izharites, Hebronites, and Uzzielites were part of the broader Levitical family, with each family having distinct roles and responsibilities, as outlined in Numbers 3:17-20 and 1 Chronicles 23:7-13.
What can we learn from the specific mention of these families in 1 Chronicles 26:23?
The mention of these families highlights the importance of organization, division of labor, and attention to detail in the service of God, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 and Ephesians 4:11-12, where different members of the body of Christ have different roles and responsibilities.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of worship and service in the Bible?
This verse contributes to the overall theme of worship and service, as seen in Romans 12:1 and Hebrews 12:28, where believers are called to offer their bodies as living sacrifices and to serve God with reverence and awe.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can serve God with my unique gifts and talents, just like the Amramites, Izharites, Hebronites, and Uzzielites?
- How can I work together with other believers to achieve a common goal, just like the different Levitical families worked together to serve God?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to be more organized and attentive to detail, just like the Levites were in their service?
- How can I use my role in the body of Christ to build up and support others, just like the different members of the Levitical families supported one another?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 26:23
Of the Amramites and the Izharites, the Hebronites, and the Uzzielites.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 26:23
As concerning the sons of Laadan; the sons of the Gershonite Laadan, chief fathers, even of Laadan the Gershonite, were Jehieli. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 26:23
Or, as concerning the Amramites, &c. The meaning is, the persons here following were of these, or the most of these, families. Only here is none of the family of the Uzzielites; either because that family was now extinct; whence it is that we read no more of them in the Scripture, but only in this place, and ; or because there was none of them fit to be employed and trusted in these matters.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 26:23
1 Chronicles 26:23 Of the Amramites, [and] the Izharites, the Hebronites, [and] the Uzzielites:Ver. 23. Amramites,] i.e., The posterity of Amram by his son Moses; who upon some occasion - to avoid superstition or usurpation of some pre-eminence forbidden by the Lord - did not leave his own name to his children, but let them pass in the common name of Levites and Amramites. See 1 Chronicles 23:14. Diod.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 26:23
(23) of the Amramites, and the Izharites.—Or, As for the Amramites, &c. This enumeration of the four great clans of Kohath is a sort of heading to the rest of the chapter, which relates to Amramites (1 Chronicles 26:24-28), Izharites (1 Chronicles 26:29), and Hebronites (1 Chronicles 26:30-32). (Comp. 1 Chronicles 23:12-20.)
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 26:23
23. the Amramites etc.] Cp. 1 Chronicles 23:12.