1 Chronicles 26:9
1 Chronicles 26:9 in Multiple Translations
Meshelemiah also had sons and brothers who were capable men—18 in all.
And Meshelemiah had sons and brethren, strong men, eighteen.
And Meshelemiah had sons and brethren, valiant men, eighteen.
Meshelemiah had sons and brothers, eighteen able men.
Meshelemiah's eighteen sons and brothers were also capable men.
And of Meshelemiah sonnes and brethren, eighteene mightie men.
And to Meshelemiah [are] sons and brethren, sons of valour, eighteen;
Meshelemiah had sons and brothers, eighteen valiant men.
And Meshelemiah had sons and brethren, strong men, eighteen.
And the sons of Meselemia, and their brethren strong men, were eighteen.
Another guard was Meshelemiah. He and his sons and relatives were also capable people. There were 18 of them altogether.
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1 Chronicles 26:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/לִ/מְשֶֽׁלֶמְיָ֗הוּ
בָּנִ֧ים
וְ/אַחִ֛ים
בְּנֵי
חָ֖יִל
שְׁמוֹנָ֥ה
עָשָֽׂר
וְ/לִ/מְשֶֽׁלֶמְיָ֗הוּ
Mᵉshelemyâh
H4920
Meshelemiah
Conj | Prep | N-proper
בָּנִ֧ים
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
וְ/אַחִ֛ים
ʼâch
H251
brother
Conj | N-mp
בְּנֵי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
חָ֖יִל
chayil
H2428
Helech
N-ms
שְׁמוֹנָ֥ה
shᵉmôneh
H8083
eight
Adj
עָשָֽׂר
ʻâsâr
H6240
ten
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 26:9
וְ/לִ/מְשֶֽׁלֶמְיָ֗הוּ
Mᵉshelemyâh
H4920
"Meshelemiah"
Conj | Prep | N-proper
Meshelemiah, a Levite, was a gatekeeper who lived during the Exile and Return, and was the father of several sons, including Zechariah and Jediael, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 9:21.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at 1Ch.9.21; father of: Zechariah (H2148A), Jediael (H3043J), Zebadiah (H2069J), Jathniel (H3496), Elam (H5867H), Jehohanan (H3076I) and Eliehoenai (H0454A); also called Shelemiah at 1Ch.26.14; Also named: she.lem.yah (שֶׁלֶמְיָהוּ "Shelemiah" H8018O) § Meshelemiah = "whom Jehovah repays" a Korhite Levite porter or gatekeeper of the house of God in the time of David
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Meshelemiah. See also: 1 Chronicles 9:21; 1 Chronicles 26:2; 1 Chronicles 26:9.
בָּנִ֧ים
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.
וְ/אַחִ֛ים
ʼâch
H251
"brother"
Conj | N-mp
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.
בְּנֵי
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.
חָ֖יִל
chayil
H2428
"Helech"
N-ms
This word represents strength, might, or power, whether physical, financial, or military. In the Bible, it's used to describe the strength of God or the wealth of a nation, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:17-18.
Definition: § Helech = "your army" a place near Arvad and Gammad
Usage: Occurs in 221 OT verses. KJV: able, activity, ([phrase]) army, band of men (soldiers), company, (great) forces, goods, host, might, power, riches, strength, strong, substance, train, ([phrase]) valiant(-ly), valour, virtuous(-ly), war, worthy(-ily). See also: Genesis 34:29; 2 Chronicles 13:3; Psalms 18:33.
שְׁמוֹנָ֥ה
shᵉmôneh
H8083
"eight"
Adj
The Hebrew word for the number eight, which was considered a special number in biblical times. It is used to describe quantities, such as eight days or eight years, and also appears in ordinal forms, like eighth or eighth day.
Definition: 1) eight, eighth 1a) eight (as cardinal number) 1b) eighth (as ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers
Usage: Occurs in 105 OT verses. KJV: eight(-een, -eenth), eighth. See also: Genesis 5:4; 1 Chronicles 16:38; Jeremiah 32:1.
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 26:9
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Context — The Divisions of the Gatekeepers
7Shemaiah’s sons were Othni, Rephael, Obed, and Elzabad; his brothers were Elihu and Semachiah, also capable men.
8All these were descendants of Obed-edom; they and their sons and brothers were capable men with strength to do the work—62 in all from Obed-edom.
9Meshelemiah also had sons and brothers who were capable men—18 in all.
10Hosah the Merarite also had sons: Shimri the first (although he was not the firstborn, his father had appointed him as the first), 11Hilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, and Zechariah the fourth. The sons and brothers of Hosah numbered 13 in all.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 26:14 | The lot for the East Gate fell to Shelemiah. Then lots were cast for his son Zechariah, a wise counselor, and the lot for the North Gate fell to him. |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 26:1 | These were the divisions of the gatekeepers: From the Korahites: Meshelemiah son of Kore, one of the sons of Asaph. |
1 Chronicles 26:9 Summary
This verse tells us about Meshelemiah, who had 18 capable men in his family, including his sons and brothers. These men were able to serve God and help with important tasks, just like the men in Obed-edom's family, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 26:8. This shows us that everyone has a role to play in serving God, no matter who they are or where they come from (1 Corinthians 12:12-31). By recognizing and using the strengths and capabilities of those around us, we can work together to serve God and build each other up, just like the body of Christ (Ephesians 4:11-12).
Frequently Asked Questions
What can we learn about Meshelemiah from 1 Chronicles 26:9?
From 1 Chronicles 26:9, we learn that Meshelemiah had sons and brothers who were capable men, totaling 18 in all, which highlights the importance of family and community in serving God, as seen in Exodus 18:21-22 where Moses chose capable men to help him lead the people.
Why does the Bible mention the number of capable men in Meshelemiah's family?
The Bible mentions the number of capable men in Meshelemiah's family to emphasize the significance of each individual's role in serving God, as stated in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31, where every member of the body of Christ has a vital function.
How does Meshelemiah's family contribute to the overall narrative of 1 Chronicles?
Meshelemiah's family contributes to the overall narrative of 1 Chronicles by demonstrating the importance of family lineage and the passing down of responsibilities, as seen in 1 Chronicles 26:1-11, where various families are listed with their respective roles and responsibilities.
What can we apply from 1 Chronicles 26:9 to our own lives?
From 1 Chronicles 26:9, we can apply the principle of recognizing and utilizing the strengths and capabilities of those around us, whether in our families, churches, or communities, as encouraged in Ephesians 4:11-12, where believers are equipped to serve and build each other up.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can recognize and utilize the strengths and capabilities of those around me, just like Meshelemiah's family?
- How can I ensure that I am using my own capabilities to serve God and others, as the capable men in Meshelemiah's family did?
- What role does family play in serving God, and how can I apply this principle to my own family or community?
- In what ways can I, like Meshelemiah's family, be a part of a larger community that serves God and supports one another?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 26:9
And Meshelemiah had sons and brethren, strong men, eighteen,.... He had seven sons, 1 Chronicles 26:1 and therefore must have eleven brethren or kinsmen.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 26:9
The sons of Shemaiah; Othni, and Rephael, and Obed, Elzabad, whose brethren were strong men, Elihu, and Semachiah. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 26:9
(9) And Meshelemiah.—This goes back to 1 Chronicles 26:2, and forms a kind of supplement to the statement there. The Korhite (Kohathite) porters make a total of 80 families; viz., 62 of Obed-edom, and 18 of Meshelemiah.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 26:9
9. Meshelemiah] Cp. 1 Chronicles 26:1-3 to which 1 Chronicles 26:9 is a supplement.
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For the Courses of the Doorkeepers. by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the vital role of doorkeepers in both the physical and spiritual realms, highlighting their responsibility to maintain the sanctity of the House of God and th |