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1 Chronicles 6:43

1 Chronicles 6:43 in Multiple Translations

the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

The son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

The son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

the son of Jahath, the son of Gershon, the son of Levi.

The sonne of Iahath, the sonne of Gershom, the sonne of Leui.

son of Jahath, son of Gershom, son of Levi.

the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

The son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

The son of Jeth, the son of Gerson, the son of Levi.

Shimei was the son of Jahath. Jahath was the son of Gershon, and Gershon was the son of Levi.

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Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 6:43

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1 Chronicles 6:43 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/אֶת חִילֵז֙ וְ/אֶת מִגְרָשֶׁ֔י/הָ אֶת דְּבִ֖יר וְ/אֶת מִגְרָשֶֽׁי/הָ
וְ/אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. Conj | DirObjM
חִילֵז֙ Chîylên H2432 Hilen N-proper
וְ/אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. Conj | DirObjM
מִגְרָשֶׁ֔י/הָ migrâsh H4054 pasture N-mp | Suff
אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM
דְּבִ֖יר Dᵉbîyr H1688 Debir N-proper
וְ/אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. Conj | DirObjM
מִגְרָשֶֽׁי/הָ migrâsh H4054 pasture N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 6:43

וְ/אֶת ʼêth H853 "Obj." Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
חִילֵז֙ Chîylên H2432 "Hilen" N-proper
Hilen is a city in Judah, also known as Holon, and was given to the priests. It is described as a place of caves in the Bible.
Definition: Hilen = "place of caves" a city of Judah allotted to the priests Another name of cho.lon (חֹלוֹן "Holon" H2473G)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Hilen. See also: 1 Chronicles 6:43.
וְ/אֶת ʼêth H853 "Obj." Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
מִגְרָשֶׁ֔י/הָ migrâsh H4054 "pasture" N-mp | Suff
A pasture or open land, often the area around a building or the margin of the sea. This term describes a common or shared space in the Bible.
Definition: common, common land, open land, suburb
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: cast out, suburb. See also: Leviticus 25:34; Joshua 21:37; Ezekiel 48:17.
אֶת ʼêth H853 "Obj." DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
דְּבִ֖יר Dᵉbîyr H1688 "Debir" N-proper
Debir was an Amoritish king and the name of two places in Palestine, one of which was a town in the territory of Manasseh. It is mentioned in the book of Joshua as a location conquered by the Israelites.
Definition: A man living before Israel's Monarchy, only mentioned at Jos.10.3 § Lo-debar = "not a pasture" a town in Manasseh in Gilead east of the Jordan
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: Debir. See also: Joshua 10:3; Joshua 15:7; 1 Chronicles 6:43.
וְ/אֶת ʼêth H853 "Obj." Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
מִגְרָשֶֽׁי/הָ migrâsh H4054 "pasture" N-mp | Suff
A pasture or open land, often the area around a building or the margin of the sea. This term describes a common or shared space in the Bible.
Definition: common, common land, open land, suburb
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: cast out, suburb. See also: Leviticus 25:34; Joshua 21:37; Ezekiel 48:17.

Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 6:43

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ReferenceText (BSB)
1 Exodus 6:16 These were the names of the sons of Levi according to their records: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. Levi lived 137 years.
2 1 Chronicles 6:16–17 The sons of Levi: Gershom, Kohath, and Merari. These are the names of the sons of Gershom: Libni and Shimei.
3 Genesis 46:11 The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.
4 1 Chronicles 23:6 Then David divided the Levites into divisions according to the sons of Levi: Gershom, Kohath, and Merari.
5 Exodus 2:22 And she gave birth to a son, and Moses named him Gershom, saying, “I have become a foreigner in a foreign land.”
6 1 Chronicles 6:20 Of Gershom: Libni his son, Jahath his son, Zimmah his son,
7 1 Chronicles 6:1 The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.
8 Numbers 3:17 These were the sons of Levi by name: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

1 Chronicles 6:43 Summary

This verse, 1 Chronicles 6:43, is talking about the family line of the Levites, who were very special to God. They were chosen to take care of the tabernacle and serve as priests, as we see in Exodus 32:26 and Numbers 3:6. It's like a big family tree that shows us how all these people are connected and how they fit into God's bigger plan (see also Genesis 49:5-7 and Deuteronomy 33:8-11). By tracing their lineage, we can better understand God's covenant with the Israelites and the importance of preserving our spiritual heritage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the genealogy in 1 Chronicles 6:43?

The genealogy in 1 Chronicles 6:43 is significant because it traces the lineage of the Levites, who were set apart by God to serve as priests and ministers in the tabernacle, as seen in Numbers 3:6 and Exodus 32:26.

Who is Jahath in the Bible?

Jahath is a descendant of Levi, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 6:43, and is also listed in other genealogies, such as 1 Chronicles 23:10-11 and Ezra 10:25, highlighting his importance in the biblical record.

What does the mention of Gershom, the son of Levi, indicate?

The mention of Gershom, the son of Levi, in 1 Chronicles 6:43 indicates that this genealogy is tracing the line of the Levites, who were the tribe chosen by God to serve as priests and caretakers of the tabernacle, as seen in Exodus 4:14 and Numbers 3:17-20.

How does this verse fit into the broader context of 1 Chronicles?

This verse is part of a larger genealogy that establishes the lineage and heritage of the Israelites, particularly the Levites, and helps to underscore the importance of family and tribal identity in the biblical narrative, as seen in 1 Chronicles 1-9.

Reflection Questions

  1. What can we learn about the importance of family and heritage from this verse?
  2. How does the mention of Levi and his descendants remind us of God's covenant with the Israelites?
  3. In what ways can we apply the principles of lineage and legacy to our own lives and relationships?
  4. What does this verse teach us about the value of preserving and honoring our spiritual heritage?

Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 6:43

[See comments on 1 Chronicles 6:39].

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 6:43

The son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi. The son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi. No JFB commentary on these verses.

Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:43

(39-43) The pedigree of Asaph the Gershonite, traced back through thirteen names to Levi. That of Heman names twenty ancestors for the same period of time. This is one more illustration of the common usage of overleaping names in these genealogies.

Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 6:43

43. Gershom] Cp. 1 Chronicles 6:16, note.

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