1 Chronicles 27:15
1 Chronicles 27:15 in Multiple Translations
The twelfth, for the twelfth month, was Heldai the Netophathite, from the family of Othniel. There were 24,000 men in his division.
The twelfth captain for the twelfth month was Heldai the Netophathite, of Othniel: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.
The twelfth captain for the twelfth month was Heldai the Netophathite, of Othniel: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.
The twelfth captain for the twelfth month was Heldai the Netophathite, of Othniel; and in his division were twenty-four thousand.
The twelfth, for the twelfth month, was Heldai the Netophathite, from the family of Othniel. He had 24,000 men in his division.
The twelft for the twelft moneth was Heldai the Netophathite, of Othniel: and in his course foure and twentie thousand.
The twelfth, for the twelfth month, [is] Heldai the Netophathite, of Othniel, and on his course [are] twenty and four thousand.
The twelfth captain for the twelfth month was Heldai the Netophathite, of Othniel. In his division were twenty-four thousand.
The twelfth captain for the twelfth month was Heldai the Netophathite, of Othniel: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.
The twelfth, for the twelfth month, was Holdai a Netophathite, of the race of Gothoniel: and in his company were four and twenty thousand.
The commander for the last month of each year was Heldai, a descendant of Othniel from Netophath town.
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1 Chronicles 27:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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הַ/שְּׁנֵ֤ים
עָשָׂר֙
לִ/שְׁנֵ֣ים
עָשָׂ֣ר
הַ/חֹ֔דֶשׁ
חֶלְדַּ֥י
הַ/נְּטוֹפָתִ֖י
לְ/עָתְנִיאֵ֑ל
וְ/עַל֙
מַחֲלֻקְתּ֔/וֹ
עֶשְׂרִ֥ים
וְ/אַרְבָּעָ֖ה
אָֽלֶף
הַ/שְּׁנֵ֤ים
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Art | Adj
עָשָׂר֙
ʻâsâr
H6240
ten
Adj
לִ/שְׁנֵ֣ים
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Prep | Adj
עָשָׂ֣ר
ʻâsâr
H6240
ten
Adj
הַ/חֹ֔דֶשׁ
chôdesh
H2320
month
Art | N-ms
חֶלְדַּ֥י
Chelday
H2469
Heldai
N-proper
הַ/נְּטוֹפָתִ֖י
Nᵉṭôphâthîy
H5200
Netophathite
Art | Ngmsa
לְ/עָתְנִיאֵ֑ל
ʻOthnîyʼêl
H6274
Othniel
Prep | N-proper
וְ/עַל֙
ʻal
H5921
upon
Conj | Prep
מַחֲלֻקְתּ֔/וֹ
machălôqeth
H4256
division
N-fs | Suff
עֶשְׂרִ֥ים
ʻesrîym
H6242
twenty
Adj
וְ/אַרְבָּעָ֖ה
ʼarbaʻ
H702
four
Conj | Adj
אָֽלֶף
ʼeleph
H505
thousand
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 27:15
הַ/שְּׁנֵ֤ים
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Art | 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.
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.
לִ/שְׁנֵ֣ים
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Prep | 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.
עָשָׂ֣ר
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.
הַ/חֹ֔דֶשׁ
chôdesh
H2320
"month"
Art | N-ms
The Hebrew term for month, specifically referring to the new moon and the lunar cycle, as described in the book of Exodus and the festivals of Israel. It marks the beginning of a new month in the Hebrew calendar.
Definition: : month 1) the new moon, month, monthly 1a) the first day of the month 1b) the lunar month
Usage: Occurs in 224 OT verses. KJV: month(-ly), new moon. See also: Genesis 7:11; 1 Chronicles 3:4; Psalms 81:4.
חֶלְדַּ֥י
Chelday
H2469
"Heldai"
N-proper
Heldai was a warrior and captain in King David's army and also a returning exile in Zechariah's time. His name means 'worldly'.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.23.29; son of: Baanah (H1196H); also called Heldai at 1Ch.27.15; Heled at 1Ch.11.30; Another name of che.lev (חֵ֫לֶב "Heleb" H2460) § Heldai = "worldly" 1) one of David's mighty warriors and the 12th captain of the monthly courses for the temple service 2) a returning exile in the time of Zechariah
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Heldai. See also: 1 Chronicles 27:15; Zechariah 6:10.
הַ/נְּטוֹפָתִ֖י
Nᵉṭôphâthîy
H5200
"Netophathite"
Art | Ngmsa
A Netophathite is an inhabitant of Netophah, a place name meaning dropping, likely due to its location near a spring or waterfall. The Netophathites are mentioned in the Bible as a distinct group of people.
Definition: Group of ne.to.phah (נְטֹפָה "Netophah" H5199) § Netophathite, of Netophath "dropping" an inhabitant of Netophah
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Netophathite. See also: 2 Samuel 23:28; 1 Chronicles 11:30; Jeremiah 40:8.
לְ/עָתְנִיאֵ֑ל
ʻOthnîyʼêl
H6274
"Othniel"
Prep | N-proper
Othniel was a Judge of Israel who lived before the monarchy, and his name means lion of God. He was the son of Kenaz, the brother of Caleb, and the husband of Achsah, and he delivered Israel from the Mesopotamians.
Definition: A Judge living before Israel's Monarchy, first mentioned at Jos.15.17; son of: Kenaz (H7073I); brother of: Seraiah (H8304J); married to Achsah (H5915); father of: Hathath (H2867) and Meonothai (H4587)(?) § Othniel = "lion of God" son of Kenaz, younger brother of Caleb, and husband of Achsah the daughter of Caleb and his own niece; first judge of Israel, who after the death of Joshua, delivered the Israelites from the oppression of Chushanrishathaim
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Othniel. See also: Joshua 15:17; Judges 3:11; 1 Chronicles 27:15.
וְ/עַל֙
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
מַחֲלֻקְתּ֔/וֹ
machălôqeth
H4256
"division"
N-fs | Suff
A division or section of people, including soldiers, priests, and Levites, as described in the Bible's accounts of the Israelites' military and priestly organizations.
Definition: 1) division, course, class, share, allotment 1a) division, part 1b) division, class, course 1b1) of priests, Levites (technical term of organisation) Aramaic equivalent: mach.le.qah (מַחְלְקָה "class" H4255)
Usage: Occurs in 36 OT verses. KJV: company, course, division, portion. See also H5555 (סֶלַע הַמַּחְלְקוֹת). See also: Joshua 11:23; 1 Chronicles 27:12; Ezekiel 48:29.
עֶשְׂרִ֥ים
ʻesrîym
H6242
"twenty"
Adj
This word means twenty, and is also used as an ordinal number, like twentieth, as seen in Genesis 31:38. It can refer to a specific age or quantity.
Definition: twenty, twentieth Aramaic equivalent: es.rin (עֶשְׂרִין "twenty" H6243)
Usage: Occurs in 281 OT verses. KJV: (six-) score, twenty(-ieth). See also: Genesis 6:3; 1 Kings 9:14; Ezra 2:19.
וְ/אַרְבָּעָ֖ה
ʼarbaʻ
H702
"four"
Conj | 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.
אָֽלֶף
ʼeleph
H505
"thousand"
Adj
A thousand, as in Exodus 20:6 where God shows love to thousands of people. It represents a large number or a company of people under one leader, like an army or a group of soldiers.
Definition: : thousand 1) a thousand 1a) as numeral 2) a thousand, company 2a) as a company of men under one leader, troops
Usage: Occurs in 390 OT verses. KJV: thousand. See also: Genesis 20:16; Joshua 3:4; 2 Kings 18:23.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 27:15
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- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 27:15
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 27:15
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:15
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 27:15
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:15
- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 27:15
Context — Twelve Captains for Twelve Months
13The tenth, for the tenth month, was Maharai the Netophathite, a Zerahite. There were 24,000 men in his division.
14The eleventh, for the eleventh month, was Benaiah the Pirathonite, an Ephraimite. There were 24,000 men in his division.
15The twelfth, for the twelfth month, was Heldai the Netophathite, from the family of Othniel. There were 24,000 men in his division.
16These officers were in charge of the tribes of Israel: Over the Reubenites was Eliezer son of Zichri; over the Simeonites was Shephatiah son of Maacah; 17over Levi was Hashabiah son of Kemuel; over Aaron was Zadok;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Samuel 23:29 | Heled son of Baanah the Netophathite, Ittai son of Ribai from Gibeah of the Benjamites, |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 4:13 | The sons of Kenaz: Othniel and Seraiah. The sons of Othniel: Hathath and Meonothai. |
| 3 | Judges 3:9 | But when the Israelites cried out to the LORD, He raised up Othniel son of Caleb’s younger brother Kenaz as a deliverer to save them. |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 11:30 | Maharai the Netophathite, Heled son of Baanah the Netophathite, |
1 Chronicles 27:15 Summary
This verse tells us about a man named Heldai the Netophathite, who was a leader in King David's army. He was in charge of a group of 24,000 men, and they served for one month out of the year. This system allowed for a fair distribution of responsibilities and duties among the leaders, similar to the way God ordained the Sabbath rest in Exodus 20:8-11. By studying this verse, we can learn about the importance of organization, cooperation, and rest, as seen in other parts of the Bible, such as 1 Corinthians 12:12-31, which talks about the different parts of the body of Christ working together in harmony.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Heldai the Netophathite and what was his role?
Heldai the Netophathite was a military leader in King David's army, responsible for a division of 24,000 men, as seen in 1 Chronicles 27:15. His family background is also noted as being from the family of Othniel, which is significant in the context of the Israelites' history, as mentioned in Joshua 15:17.
Why did King David organize his army into monthly divisions?
King David organized his army into monthly divisions to ensure a consistent and fair distribution of responsibilities and duties among his leaders, as seen in 1 Chronicles 27:1-15. This system allowed for a rotation of leaders and troops, providing rest and relief for the soldiers, similar to the principle of Sabbath rest in Exodus 20:8-11.
What can we learn from the fact that each division had 24,000 men?
The fact that each division had 24,000 men suggests that King David had a large and well-organized army, which was a testament to his leadership and God's blessing on his reign, as mentioned in 2 Samuel 5:10. This also highlights the importance of unity and cooperation among the tribes of Israel, as seen in 1 Chronicles 27:16-17.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of King David's reign?
This verse is part of a larger section in 1 Chronicles 27 that describes the organization and leadership of King David's army, as well as the officers in charge of the tribes of Israel. It provides insight into King David's administrative skills and his efforts to maintain order and stability in the kingdom, as seen in 1 Chronicles 26:30-32.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about King David's leadership style and priorities?
- How does the rotation of leaders and troops in this verse relate to the concept of rest and relief in our own lives?
- What can we learn from the fact that Heldai the Netophathite was from the family of Othniel, and how does this relate to the broader story of the Israelites?
- In what ways can we apply the principles of organization and cooperation seen in this verse to our own lives and communities?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 27:15
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 27:2]
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 27:15
The ninth captain for the ninth month was Abiezer the Anetothite, of the Benjamites: and in his course were twenty and four thousand. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:15
(15) Heldai (living).—The same as “Heled” (life) in 1 Chronicles 11:30. Of Othniel.—Of the clan so called. (Comp. Joshua 15:17.) His town was Netophah, near Bethlehem. Of the whole list of twelve generals, it is noticeable that eight—viz., the first, third, fourth, fifth, sixth, eighth, tenth, and twelfth—belonged to the royal tribe of Judah. Of the remaining four, the second perhaps, and the ninth certainly, was a Benjamite; the seventh and eleventh were Ephraimites.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 27:15
15. Heldai] Called Heled in 1 Chronicles 11:30. of Othniel] Cp. Judges 1:13; Judges 3:9. Thus Heldai was not of pure Israelite descent, but belonged to the Kenizzites (Kenaz), a younger branch of the Calebites, who, it seems, were a tribe incorporated into Judah either shortly before or during the conquest of Canaan. See Hastings’ Bible Dict. Art. Caleb.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:15
THE TWELVE , 1-15.“The military force was distributed into twelve legions of 24,000 men each=288,000 men fit for service; each of these legions was on duty for a month at a time, and during the rest
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 27:15
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Stature of the Fullness of Christ by A.B. Simpson | A.B. Simpson emphasizes that God is in the process of preparing His heroes for significant roles in His kingdom, much like Othniel in the Bible. He encourages believers to allow th |
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From the Death of Moses to the Death of Eli by Flavius Josephus | Flavius Josephus recounts the period after the death of Joshua, where the Israelites faced challenges due to their disobedience and neglect of God's laws. The tribe of Benjamin fac |
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Bible Survey - Judges by Peter Hammond | Peter Hammond preaches on the Book of Judges, highlighting the themes of the faithfulness of the Covenant-keeping God and the unfaithfulness of the Covenant-breaking people. The bo |
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Preparing His Heroes by Charles E. Cowman | Charles E. Cowman preaches about God's preparation of heroes like Othniel, emphasizing how God raises up deliverers in unexpected ways and moments, filling them with His Spirit for |