1 Chronicles 27:3
1 Chronicles 27:3 in Multiple Translations
He was a descendant of Perez and chief of all the army commanders for the first month.
Of the children of Perez was the chief of all the captains of the host for the first month.
He was of the children of Perez, the chief of all the captains of the host for the first month.
He was of the sons of Perez, and the chief of all the captains of the army for the first month.
He was a descendant of Perez, and was in charge of all the army officers for the first month.
Of the sonnes of Perez was the chiefe ouer all the princes of the armies for the first moneth.
of the sons of Perez [is] the head of all princes of the hosts for the first month.
He was of the children of Perez, the chief of all the captains of the army for the first month.
Of the children of Perez, was the chief of all the captains of the host for the first month.
Of the sons of Phares, the chief of all the captains in the host in the first month.
He was a descendant of Perez, and he was the commander of all the army officers during the first month of each year.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 27:3
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1 Chronicles 27:3 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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מִן
בְּנֵי
פֶ֗רֶץ
הָ/רֹ֛אשׁ
לְ/כָל
שָׂרֵ֥י
הַ/צְּבָא֖וֹת
לַ/חֹ֥דֶשׁ
הָ/רִאשֽׁוֹן
מִן
min
H4480
from
Prep
בְּנֵי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
פֶ֗רֶץ
Perets
H6557
Perez
N-proper
הָ/רֹ֛אשׁ
rôʼsh
H7218
head
Art | N-ms
לְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Prep | N-ms
שָׂרֵ֥י
sar
H8269
ruler
N-mp
הַ/צְּבָא֖וֹת
tsâbâʼ
H6635
army
Art | N-cp
לַ/חֹ֥דֶשׁ
chôdesh
H2320
month
Prep | N-ms
הָ/רִאשֽׁוֹן
riʼshôwn
H7223
first
Art | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 27:3
מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
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.
פֶ֗רֶץ
Perets
H6557
"Perez"
N-proper
Perez was an Israelite, the son of Judah and Tamar, and the twin brother of Zerah. His name means breach, and he was an ancestor of two families of Judah, the Hezronites and the Hamulites.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.38.29; son of: Judah (H3063) and Tamar (H8559); brother of: Zerah (H2226I); half-brother of: Er (H6147), Onan (H0209) and Shelah (H7956); father of: Hezron (H2696H) and Hamul (H2538) § Perez or Pharez = "breach" twin son with Zarah of Judah by Tamar and ancestor of two families of Judah, the Hezronites and Hamulites; from the Hezronites came the royal line of David and Christ
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: Perez, Pharez. See also: Genesis 38:29; 1 Chronicles 2:4; Nehemiah 11:6.
הָ/רֹ֛אשׁ
rôʼsh
H7218
"head"
Art | N-ms
This Hebrew word means chief or prince, and is used to describe leaders in the Bible, such as in the book of 1 Samuel. It signifies a position of authority and importance.
Definition: : head 1) head, top, summit, upper part, chief, total, sum, height, front, beginning 1a) head (of man, animals) 1b) top, tip (of mountain) 1c) height (of stars) 1d) chief, head (of man, city, nation, place, family, priest) 1e) head, front, beginning 1f) chief, choicest, best 1g) head, division, company, band 1h) sum
Usage: Occurs in 547 OT verses. KJV: band, beginning, captain, chapiter, chief(-est place, man, things), company, end, [idiom] every (man), excellent, first, forefront, (be-)head, height, (on) high(-est part, (priest)), [idiom] lead, [idiom] poor, principal, ruler, sum, top. See also: Genesis 2:10; Numbers 17:18; 2 Samuel 4:7.
לְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Prep | 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.
שָׂרֵ֥י
sar
H8269
"ruler"
N-mp
A leader or person in charge, like a prince or captain, as seen in the Bible with King David and other rulers.
Definition: 1) prince, ruler, leader, chief, chieftain, official, captain 1a) chieftain, leader 1b) vassal, noble, official (under king) 1c) captain, general, commander (military) 1d) chief, head, overseer (of other official classes) 1e) heads, princes (of religious office) 1f) elders (of representative leaders of people) 1g) merchant-princes (of rank and dignity) 1h) patron-angel 1i) Ruler of rulers (of God) 1j) warden
Usage: Occurs in 368 OT verses. KJV: captain (that had rule), chief (captain), general, governor, keeper, lord,(-task-)master, prince(-ipal), ruler, steward. See also: Genesis 12:15; 1 Kings 22:32; 2 Chronicles 32:21.
הַ/צְּבָא֖וֹת
tsâbâʼ
H6635
"army"
Art | N-cp
This Hebrew word means a large group of people or things, often referring to an army or a campaign, and is also used to describe the Lord's hosts. It appears in the Bible as a name for God, emphasizing His power and authority. In the KJV, it's translated as 'host' or 'army'.
Definition: : army 1) that which goes forth, army, war, warfare, host 1a) army, host 1a1) host (of organised army) 1a2) host (of angels) 1a3) of sun, moon, and stars 1a4) of whole creation 1b) war, warfare, service, go out to war 1c) service
Usage: Occurs in 463 OT verses. KJV: appointed time, ([phrase]) army, ([phrase]) battle, company, host, service, soldiers, waiting upon, war(-fare). See also: Genesis 2:1; 1 Samuel 17:55; Psalms 24:10.
לַ/חֹ֥דֶשׁ
chôdesh
H2320
"month"
Prep | 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.
הָ/רִאשֽׁוֹן
riʼshôwn
H7223
"first"
Art | Adj
This word means 'first' or 'primary', referring to something that comes before others in time, place, or rank. It is used to describe the first or most important thing in a series or list.
Definition: : first adj 1) first, primary, former 1a) former (of time) 1a1) ancestors 1a2) former things 1b) foremost (of location) 1c) first (in time) 1d) first, chief (in degree) adv 2) first, before, formerly, at first
Usage: Occurs in 174 OT verses. KJV: ancestor, (that were) before(-time), beginning, eldest, first, fore(-father) (-most), former (thing), of old time, past. See also: Genesis 8:13; 1 Chronicles 27:3; Psalms 79:8.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 27:3
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- Context
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- 1 Chronicles 27:3 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 27:3
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 27:3
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:3
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:3
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 27:3
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:3
- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 27:3
Context — Twelve Captains for Twelve Months
1This is the list of the Israelites—the heads of families, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and their officers who served the king in every matter concerning the divisions on rotating military duty each month throughout the year. There were 24,000 men in each division:
2Jashobeam son of Zabdiel was in charge of the first division, which was assigned the first month. There were 24,000 men in his division.
3He was a descendant of Perez and chief of all the army commanders for the first month.
4Dodai the Ahohite was in charge of the division for the second month, and Mikloth was the leader. There were 24,000 men in his division. 5The third army commander, as chief for the third month, was Benaiah son of Jehoiada the priest. There were 24,000 men in his division.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Numbers 26:20 | These were the descendants of Judah by their clans: The Shelanite clan from Shelah, the Perezite clan from Perez, and the Zerahite clan from Zerah. |
| 2 | Numbers 10:14 | First, the divisions of the camp of Judah set out under their standard, with Nahshon son of Amminadab in command. |
| 3 | Genesis 49:8–10 | Judah, your brothers shall praise you. Your hand shall be on the necks of your enemies; your father’s sons shall bow down to you. Judah is a young lion— my son, you return from the prey. Like a lion he crouches and lies down; like a lioness, who dares to rouse him? The scepter will not depart from Judah, nor the staff from between his feet, until Shiloh comes and the allegiance of the nations is his. |
| 4 | Numbers 7:12 | On the first day Nahshon son of Amminadab from the tribe of Judah drew near with his offering. |
| 5 | Genesis 38:29 | But when he pulled his hand back and his brother came out, she said, “You have broken out first!” So he was named Perez. |
1 Chronicles 27:3 Summary
This verse tells us about Jashobeam, a leader in King David's army, who was in charge of the first month's division. As a descendant of Perez, Jashobeam had a strong heritage and connection to the tribe of Judah. Being chief of all the army commanders for the first month was a big responsibility, but Jashobeam was likely a trustworthy and skilled leader, much like the leaders chosen by God in the Bible, such as Moses in Exodus 3:10-12. Just like Jashobeam, we can use our own gifts and talents to serve and lead others, and prioritize our spiritual heritage and connection to the people of God, as seen in 1 Chronicles 29:10-19.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be a descendant of Perez?
Being a descendant of Perez refers to Jashobeam's ancestral lineage, as Perez was a son of Judah and a grandson of Jacob, highlighting Jashobeam's heritage and connection to the tribe of Judah, as seen in Ruth 4:18-22 and 1 Chronicles 2:5.
What is the significance of being chief of all the army commanders for the first month?
As chief of all the army commanders for the first month, Jashobeam held a position of great responsibility and leadership, overseeing the military divisions and ensuring the kingdom's safety and security, much like the leaders appointed by Moses in Numbers 1:3-16 and the captains of hundreds and thousands in 1 Chronicles 27:1.
How does Jashobeam's role relate to the overall organization of King David's army?
Jashobeam's role as chief of the army commanders for the first month indicates that King David had a well-organized and structured military system, with different commanders leading different divisions throughout the year, as described in 1 Chronicles 27:1-15.
What can we learn from Jashobeam's leadership and heritage?
Jashobeam's leadership and heritage demonstrate the importance of humility, faithfulness, and God-ordained leadership, as seen in the lives of other biblical leaders like Moses and David, who were also chosen by God for significant roles, as in Exodus 3:10-12 and 1 Samuel 16:13.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to be a leader in my own community or family, and how can I follow Jashobeam's example of faithful service?
- How can I prioritize my own spiritual heritage and connection to the people of God, just as Jashobeam was proud of his descent from Perez?
- In what ways can I use my own gifts and talents to serve and lead others, just as Jashobeam used his military skills to protect and defend the kingdom?
- What are some ways that I can demonstrate humility and faithfulness in my own life, following the examples of Jashobeam and other biblical leaders?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 27:3
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Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 27:3
Of the children of Perez was the chief of all the captains of the host for the first month. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:3
Of Perez; or, of Pharez, of the posterity of Judah, . This seems to be understood of Jashobeam, and to be mentioned as a reason why he was the chief, &c.; and the verse may be rendered thus, He was (which is easily understood out of the foregoing words) of the children of Perez, (and consequently of the tribe of Judah, to which the pre-eminence belonged, and of which Perez was,) and he was (or, therefore he was) the chief (to wit, in dignity and precedency, though not in power and authority, for these captains were equal in power, and Joab was their general) of all the captains of the host, ( whose several names here follow,) and was for the first month; therefore he was first in order, and was captain for the first month.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:3
(3) Of the children of Perez.—The reference is to Jashobeam. He belonged to the branch of Judah called Perez, or Pharez, to which David himself belonged. The chief of all the captains of the host for the first month.—This notice about Jashobeam is obscure. The “captains of the host” (Heb., hosts) seem to be the twelve generals of division. (Comp. 1 Chronicles 27:5.) Jashobeam, as the first of David’s heroes, may have enjoyed a kind of precedence among the commanders of the army corps; although he was not commander-in-chief of the entire national forces, which was the function of Joab. Or perhaps it is meant merely to emphasise the fact that Jashobeam was “the first” in the rotation of the generals; so that the phrase “for the first month” explains what precedes it. Or “the captains of the hosts” may possibly mean the officers of the subdivisions of the first army corps, of whom Jashobeam was, of course, the chief. The context appears to favour this last explanation.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 27:3
3. Of the children of Perez was the chief] R.V. He was of the children of Perez, the chief. Perez is the Pharez (R.V. “Perez”) of 1 Chronicles 2:4-5.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:3
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 27:3
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Acceptable Sacrifice - Part 1 by Hoseah Wu | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that the offering of evil is not just about having our sins forgiven, but about being accepted by the Holy God. The preacher refers to Genes |