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1 Chronicles 27:25

1 Chronicles 27:25 in Multiple Translations

Azmaveth son of Adiel was in charge of the royal storehouses. Jonathan son of Uzziah was in charge of the storehouses in the country, in the cities, in the villages, and in the fortresses.

¶ And over the king’s treasures was Azmaveth the son of Adiel: and over the storehouses in the fields, in the cities, and in the villages, and in the castles, was Jehonathan the son of Uzziah:

And over the king’s treasures was Azmaveth the son of Adiel: and over the treasures in the fields, in the cities, and in the villages, and in the castles, was Jonathan the son of Uzziah:

And Azmaveth, the son of Adiel, was controller of the king's property; Jonathan, the son of Uzziah, had control of all store-houses in country places and in the towns and little towns and strong places;

Azmaveth, son of Adiel, was in charge of the king's storehouses, while Jonathan, son of Uzziah, was in charge of those in the country, towns, villages, and watchtowers.

And ouer the Kings treasures was Azmaueth the sonne of Adiel: and ouer the treasures in the fieldes, in the cities and in the villages and in the towers was Iehonathan the sonne of Vzziah:

And over the treasures of the king [is] Azmaveth son of Adiel; and over the treasures in the field, in the cities, and in the villages, and in the towers, [is] Jehonathan son of Uzziah;

Over the king’s treasures was Azmaveth the son of Adiel. Over the treasures in the fields, in the cities, in the villages, and in the towers was Jonathan the son of Uzziah;

And over the king's treasures was Azmaveth the son of Adiel: and over the store-houses in the fields, in the cities, and in the villages, and in the castles, was Jehonathan the son of Uzziah:

And over the king’s treasures was Azmoth the son of Adiel: and over those stores which were in the cities, and is the villages, and in the castles, was Jonathan the son of Ozias.

Azmaveth, the son of Adiel, was in charge of the king’s storehouses. Jonathan, the son of Uzziah, was is charge of the storehouses in various towns and villages in Israel, and also in charge of the watchtowers.

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1 Chronicles 27:25 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/עַל֙ אֹצְר֣וֹת הַ/מֶּ֔לֶךְ עַזְמָ֖וֶת בֶּן עֲדִיאֵ֑ל וְ/עַ֣ל הָֽ/אֹצָר֡וֹת בַּ/שָּׂדֶ֞ה בֶּ/עָרִ֤ים וּ/בַ/כְּפָרִים֙ וּ/בַ/מִּגְדָּל֔וֹת יְהוֹנָתָ֖ן בֶּן עֻזִּיָּֽהוּ
וְ/עַל֙ ʻal H5921 upon Conj | Prep
אֹצְר֣וֹת ʼôwtsâr H214 treasure N-mp
הַ/מֶּ֔לֶךְ melek H4428 King's Art | N-ms
עַזְמָ֖וֶת ʻAzmâveth H5820 Azmaveth N-proper
בֶּן bên H1121 son N-ms
עֲדִיאֵ֑ל ʻĂdîyʼêl H5717 Adiel N-proper
וְ/עַ֣ל ʻal H5921 upon Conj | Prep
הָֽ/אֹצָר֡וֹת ʼôwtsâr H214 treasure Art | N-mp
בַּ/שָּׂדֶ֞ה sâdeh H7704 field Prep | N-ms
בֶּ/עָרִ֤ים ʻîyr H5892 excitement Prep | N-fp
וּ/בַ/כְּפָרִים֙ kâphâr H3723 village Conj | Prep | N-mp
וּ/בַ/מִּגְדָּל֔וֹת migdâl H4026 tower Conj | Prep | N-cp
יְהוֹנָתָ֖ן Yᵉhôwnâthân H3083 Jonathan N-proper
בֶּן bên H1121 son N-ms
עֻזִּיָּֽהוּ ʻUzzîyâh H5818 Uzziah N-proper
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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.
אֹצְר֣וֹת ʼôwtsâr H214 "treasure" N-mp
The Hebrew word for treasure refers to a storehouse or depository, like a treasure house or armory, as seen in 1 Kings 7:51.
Definition: 1) treasure, storehouse 1a) treasure (gold, silver, etc) 1b) store, supplies of food or drink 1c) treasure-house, treasury 1c1) treasure-house 1c2) storehouse, magazine 1c3) treasury 1c4) magazine of weapons (fig. of God's armoury) 1c5) storehouses (of God for rain, snow, hail, wind, sea)
Usage: Occurs in 70 OT verses. KJV: armory, cellar, garner, store(-house), treasure(-house) (-y). See also: Deuteronomy 28:12; Nehemiah 10:39; Psalms 33:7.
הַ/מֶּ֔לֶךְ 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.
עַזְמָ֖וֶת ʻAzmâveth H5820 "Azmaveth" N-proper
Azmaveth means strong unto death and is the name of three Israelites and a place in Palestine, also known as Beth-azmaveth. It appears in the book of Numbers and is associated with the tribe of Benjamin. This name signifies strength and endurance.
Definition: Azmaveth = "strong unto death" a place in Benjamin; Another name of bet az.ma.vet (בֵּית־עַזְמָ֫וֶת "Beth-azmaveth" H1041)
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Azmaveth. See also H1041 (בֵּית עַזְמָוֶת). See also: 2 Samuel 23:31; 1 Chronicles 12:3; Nehemiah 12:29.
בֶּן bên H1121 "son" N-ms
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.
עֲדִיאֵ֑ל ʻĂdîyʼêl H5717 "Adiel" N-proper
Adiel means ornament of God, the name of three Israelites, including a prince and a priest. He is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 27:25 as the father of Azmaveth. Adiel lived during the Divided Monarchy.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.27.25; father of: Azmaveth (H5820J) § Adiel = "ornament of God" 1) a prince of the Simeon of the family of Shimei in the time of king Hezekiah of Judah 2) a priest, ancestor of Maasiai 3) ancestor of Azmaveth, the treasurer of David
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Adiel. See also: 1 Chronicles 4:36; 1 Chronicles 9:12; 1 Chronicles 27:25.
וְ/עַ֣ל 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.
הָֽ/אֹצָר֡וֹת ʼôwtsâr H214 "treasure" Art | N-mp
The Hebrew word for treasure refers to a storehouse or depository, like a treasure house or armory, as seen in 1 Kings 7:51.
Definition: 1) treasure, storehouse 1a) treasure (gold, silver, etc) 1b) store, supplies of food or drink 1c) treasure-house, treasury 1c1) treasure-house 1c2) storehouse, magazine 1c3) treasury 1c4) magazine of weapons (fig. of God's armoury) 1c5) storehouses (of God for rain, snow, hail, wind, sea)
Usage: Occurs in 70 OT verses. KJV: armory, cellar, garner, store(-house), treasure(-house) (-y). See also: Deuteronomy 28:12; Nehemiah 10:39; Psalms 33:7.
בַּ/שָּׂדֶ֞ה sâdeh H7704 "field" Prep | N-ms
A field or land is what this word represents, often referring to a flat area of land used for cultivation or as a habitat for wild animals, as described in the book of Genesis. It can also mean a plain or a country, as opposed to a mountain or sea. This term is used in the story of Ruth and Boaz.
Definition: 1) field, land 1a) cultivated field 1b) of home of wild beasts 1c) plain (opposed to mountain) 1d) land (opposed to sea)
Usage: Occurs in 309 OT verses. KJV: country, field, ground, land, soil, [idiom] wild. See also: Genesis 2:5; Deuteronomy 28:38; Nehemiah 12:29.
בֶּ/עָרִ֤ים ʻîyr H5892 "excitement" Prep | N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.
Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.
וּ/בַ/כְּפָרִים֙ kâphâr H3723 "village" Conj | Prep | N-mp
In the Bible, a village is a protected place with walls, like a safe community. The Hebrew word for village appears in the Old Testament, describing small towns. It is related to other words for village and cover.
Definition: village Also means: ko.pher (כֹּפֶר "village" H3724D)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: village. Compare H3715 (כְּפִיר). See also: 1 Chronicles 27:25; Song of Solomon 7:12.
וּ/בַ/מִּגְדָּל֔וֹת migdâl H4026 "tower" Conj | Prep | N-cp
Migdal means tower, referring to a tall structure or elevated stage. It can also symbolize a bed of flowers in the Bible.
Definition: 1) tower 1a) tower 1b) elevated stage, pulpit 1c) raised bed
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: castle, flower, tower. Compare the names following. See also: Genesis 11:4; Nehemiah 3:26; Psalms 48:13.
יְהוֹנָתָ֖ן Yᵉhôwnâthân H3083 "Jonathan" N-proper
Jehonathan was a son of King Saul and a friend of David, meaning 'Jehovah has given'. He was also known as Jonathan.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.13.3; son of: Shimeah (H8093); also called Jonathan at 2Sa.21.21; 1x27.32; Another name of yo.na.dav (יוֹנָדָב "Jonadab" H3122G) § Jonathan or Jehonathan = "Jehovah has given" 1) a son of king Saul and a friend of David 2) a son of the high priest Abiathar and the last descendant of Eli of whom we hear 3) a nephew of David who like David slew a giant of Gath 4) an uncle of David 5) one of David's mighty warriors 6) one of David's treasurers 7) a scribe in the time of Jeremiah 8) a Levite and father of Zechariah, a priest who blew the trumpet at the dedication of the wall 9) a son or descendant of Gershom, the son of Moses, and a priest to the tribe of Dan 10) a son of Kareah and a brother of Johanan; a Judaite captain after the fall of Jerusalem 11) another Judaite father of Peleth 12) father of Ebed in the time of Ezra 13) son of Asahel in the time of Ezra 14) a priest of the family of Melicu in the time of Nehemiah 15) son of Joiada and his successor to the high priesthood in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 73 OT verses. KJV: Jonathan. Compare H3129 (יוֹנָתָן). See also: 1 Samuel 14:6; 1 Samuel 23:18; Jeremiah 37:15.
בֶּן bên H1121 "son" N-ms
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.
עֻזִּיָּֽהוּ ʻUzzîyâh H5818 "Uzziah" N-proper
Uzziah means my strength is Jehovah, the name of five Israelites, including a king of Judah who ruled for 52 years.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.11.4; son of: Zechariah (H2148V); father of: Athaiah (H6265) § Uzziah = "my strength is Jehovah" 1) son of king Amaziah of Judah and king of Judah himself for 52 years; also 'Azariah' 2) a Kohathite Levite and ancestor of Samuel 3) a priest of the sons of Harim who took a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 4) a Judaite, father of Athaiah or Uthai 5) father of Jehonathan, one of David's overseers
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: Uzziah. See also: 2 Kings 15:13; 2 Chronicles 26:19; Isaiah 1:1.

Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 27:25

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1 2 Chronicles 16:2 So Asa withdrew the silver and gold from the treasuries of the house of the LORD and the royal palace, and he sent it with this message to Ben-hadad king of Aram, who was ruling in Damascus:
2 Exodus 1:11 So the Egyptians appointed taskmasters over the Israelites to oppress them with forced labor. As a result, they built Pithom and Rameses as store cities for Pharaoh.
3 2 Chronicles 26:10 Since he had much livestock in the foothills and in the plain, he built towers in the desert and dug many cisterns. And since he was a lover of the soil, he had farmers and vinedressers in the hill country and in the fertile fields.
4 2 Kings 18:15 Hezekiah gave him all the silver that was found in the house of the LORD and in the treasuries of the royal palace.
5 Genesis 41:48 During those seven years, Joseph collected all the excess food in the land of Egypt and stored it in the cities. In every city he laid up the food from the fields around it.
6 Jeremiah 41:8 But ten of the men among them said to Ishmael, “Do not kill us, for we have hidden treasure in the field—wheat, barley, oil, and honey!” So he refrained from killing them with the others.

1 Chronicles 27:25 Summary

This verse tells us about two men, Azmaveth and Jonathan, who were in charge of storing food and supplies for King David's kingdom. They were responsible for making sure the kingdom had what it needed, just like we are responsible for managing the resources God gives us (as seen in Matthew 25:14-30). By looking at their example, we can learn about the importance of taking care of what God has given us and using it to serve others. We can also trust that God will provide for our needs, just as He provided for the kingdom through the storehouses (as promised in Philippians 4:19).

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the royal storehouses used for in 1 Chronicles 27:25?

The royal storehouses were likely used to store food, supplies, and other resources for the kingdom, as seen in the context of other storehouses in the Bible, such as those in 2 Chronicles 32:28 and Joel 1:17.

Why are the names of Azmaveth and Jonathan important in this verse?

The names of Azmaveth and Jonathan are important because they indicate the people God had appointed to oversee the storehouses, similar to how God appoints leaders in other parts of the Bible, such as in Exodus 18:21-22 and Romans 13:1-2.

What can we learn from the organization of the storehouses in this verse?

The organization of the storehouses in 1 Chronicles 27:25 teaches us about the importance of responsible stewardship and management of resources, as emphasized in other parts of the Bible, such as in Matthew 25:14-30 and 1 Corinthians 4:2.

How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter?

This verse is part of a larger list of leaders and officials in King David's administration, highlighting the importance of leadership and organization in the kingdom, as seen in the surrounding verses, such as 1 Chronicles 27:23-24 and 1 Chronicles 27:26-27.

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some ways I can apply the principle of responsible stewardship in my own life, based on the example of Azmaveth and Jonathan?
  2. How can I trust God to provide for my needs, just as He provided for the kingdom through the storehouses?
  3. What are some areas in my life where I need to improve my management and organization, and how can I seek God's guidance in these areas?
  4. In what ways can I serve others by using my gifts and talents, just as Azmaveth and Jonathan served the kingdom?

Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 27:25

Ver. 25-32. And over the king's treasures was Azmaveth the son of Adiel,.... The historian here proceeds to relate who were employed in the economical and civil affairs of David; and the first

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 27:25

And over the king's treasures was Azmaveth the son of Adiel: and over the storehouses in the fields, in the cities, and in the villages, and in the castles, was Jehonathan the son of Uzziah: Over the king's treasures.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:25

Over the king’ s treasures; of gold or silver, or other things of great price, which for greater security were kept in Jerusalem, and in the king’ s palace; and thither the tribute money also was sent and committed to his care. Over the storehouses of the fruits of the earth, or that share of them which belonged to the king, which were laid up in the fields, or cities, or villages, or castles, as there was conveniency and occasion.

Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:25

1 Chronicles 27:25 And over the king’ s treasures [was] Azmaveth the son of Adiel: and over the storehouses in the fields, in the cities, and in the villages, and in the castles, [was] Jehonathan the son of Uzziah: Ver. 25. And over the king’ s treasures.] Rich men are but God’ s treasurers; and to him they must be accountable.

Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:25

III.—THE TWELVE OF THE ROYAL ESTATES AND (1 Chronicles 27:25-31). The number of these officers is noticeable, twelve being a normal number in Israelite institutions. (25) And over the king’s treasures.—That is, those of the palace on Zion. And over the storehouses.—The Hebrew has the same word “treasures.” The treasures “in the fields” (sâdèh), or the country, in the cities, the villages and the “castles” (migdâlîm), or towers (2 Chronicles 26:10; Micah 4:8), include all that belonged to David outside the walls of Jerusalem. Jehonathan was comptroller-general of the revenues from these sources.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:25

Verse 25. - 31. Over the king's treasures] We see from these verses in what the personal property of David consisted: - 1. Treasures, gold, silver, &c. 2. Goods and grain in castles, cities villages, and in the fields. 3. Vineyards and their produce. 4. Olive-trees and their produce. 5. Neat cattle, in different districts. 6. Camels and asses: they had no horses. 7. Flocks, sheep, goats, &c.

Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 27:25

25–31. Various Officers of the King Twelve different officers are named here who acted as stewards of king David’s property. 25. treasures … storehouses] R.V. treasuries … treasuries (the same Heb. word is repeated). castles] Lit. towers; cp. 2 Chronicles 26:10; 2 Chronicles 27:4. Jehonathan] R.V. Jonathan.

Barnes' Notes on 1 Chronicles 27:25

This section is important as showing that David, the younger son of a not very opulent family 1 Samuel 16:11, 1 Samuel 16:20, had now become a large landed proprietor, as well as a capitalist, possessed of much moveable wealth.

Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:25

OF THE KING’S REVENUE, 25-31.This section is interesting as showing the various kinds and sources of David’s royal revenue.

Sermons on 1 Chronicles 27:25

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