1 Chronicles 12:26
1 Chronicles 12:26 in Multiple Translations
From Levi: 4,600,
Of the children of Levi four thousand and six hundred.
Of the children of Levi four thousand and six hundred.
Of the children of Levi, four thousand, six hundred.
From the tribe of Levi, 4,600,
Of the children of Leui foure thousande and sixe hundreth.
Of the sons of Levi [are] four thousand and six hundred;
Of the children of Levi: four thousand six hundred.
Of the children of Levi four thousand and six hundred.
Of the sons of Levi, four thousand six hundred.
There were 4,600 men from the tribe of Levi.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 12:26
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1 Chronicles 12:26 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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מִן
בְּנֵ֣י
שִׁמְע֗וֹן
גִּבּ֤וֹרֵי
חַ֨יִל֙
לַ/צָּבָ֔א
שִׁבְעַ֥ת
אֲלָפִ֖ים
וּ/מֵאָֽה
מִן
min
H4480
from
Prep
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
שִׁמְע֗וֹן
Shimʻôwn
H8095
Shimeon
N-proper
גִּבּ֤וֹרֵי
gibbôwr
H1368
mighty man
Adj
חַ֨יִל֙
chayil
H2428
Helech
N-ms
לַ/צָּבָ֔א
tsâbâʼ
H6635
army
Prep | N-cs
שִׁבְעַ֥ת
shebaʻ
H7651
seven
Adj
אֲלָפִ֖ים
ʼeleph
H505
thousand
Adj
וּ/מֵאָֽה
mêʼâh
H3967
hundred
Conj | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 12:26
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.
בְּנֵ֣י
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.
שִׁמְע֗וֹן
Shimʻôwn
H8095
"Shimeon"
N-proper
Shimeon, also known as Simeon, was the second son of Jacob and the progenitor of the tribe of Simeon. He is also the name of an Israelite who had a foreign wife during the time of Ezra.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.31 § Simeon or Shimeon = "heard" 1) the 2nd son of Jacob by his wife Leah and progenitor of the tribe of Simeon 2) an Israelite of the sons of Bani who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: Simeon. See also: Genesis 29:33; Numbers 26:12; Ezekiel 48:33.
גִּבּ֤וֹרֵי
gibbôwr
H1368
"mighty man"
Adj
This word describes a strong or mighty man, like a warrior or champion, as seen in 1 Samuel 17:51 where David defeats Goliath. It can also imply a brave or valiant person.
Definition: adj 1) strong, mighty n m 2) strong man, brave man, mighty man
Usage: Occurs in 152 OT verses. KJV: champion, chief, [idiom] excel, giant, man, mighty (man, one), strong (man), valiant man. See also: Genesis 6:4; 2 Chronicles 17:16; Psalms 19:6.
חַ֨יִל֙
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.
לַ/צָּבָ֔א
tsâbâʼ
H6635
"army"
Prep | N-cs
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.
שִׁבְעַ֥ת
shebaʻ
H7651
"seven"
Adj
This word means the number seven, which was considered a special or sacred number. It can also mean seven times or a week, and is used in the Bible to describe completeness or perfection. The KJV translates it as seven or sevenfold.
Definition: 1) seven (cardinal number) 1a) as ordinal number 1b) in combination-17, 700 etc Aramaic equivalent: shiv.ah (שִׁבְעָה "seven" H7655)
Usage: Occurs in 344 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] by) seven(-fold),-s, (-teen, -teenth), -th, times). Compare H7658 (שִׁבְעָנָה). See also: Genesis 4:24; Leviticus 23:15; 2 Samuel 21:6.
אֲלָפִ֖ים
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.
וּ/מֵאָֽה
mêʼâh
H3967
"hundred"
Conj | Adj
Means a hundred, used as a simple number or part of a larger number in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including fractions like one one-hundredth. Found in books like Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: 1) hundred 1a) as simple number 1b) as part of larger number 1c) as a fraction-one one-hundredth (1/100) Aramaic equivalent: me.ah (מְאָה "hundred" H3969)
Usage: Occurs in 511 OT verses. KJV: hundred((-fold), -th), [phrase] sixscore. See also: Genesis 5:3; Numbers 2:6; Judges 18:17.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 12:26
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Context — David’s Army Grows at Hebron
1 Chronicles 12:26 Summary
This verse, 1 Chronicles 12:26, tells us that 4,600 Levites joined David at Hebron, showing their support for him as the new king. The Levites were a special group of people who served God and the community, as seen in Numbers 3:6-10. Just like the Levites, we can dedicate ourselves to serving God and others, using our unique gifts and talents, as encouraged in Romans 12:4-8. By doing so, we can be part of a larger community that values unity and diversity, as described in Psalms 133:1.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the number of Levites mentioned in 1 Chronicles 12:26?
The number 4,600 represents the Levites who joined David at Hebron, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 12:26, demonstrating their loyalty and support for him as the newly anointed king, similar to how the tribe of Judah showed their support in 1 Chronicles 12:24.
How does this verse relate to the overall narrative of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of a larger list of warriors who joined David at Hebron, as seen in 1 Chronicles 12:23-40, highlighting the diverse groups that rallied behind him, much like the unity described in Psalms 133:1.
What role did the Levites play in the kingdom of Israel?
The Levites, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 12:26, were a tribe set apart for spiritual service, as seen in Numbers 3:6-10, and their involvement in David's army shows their commitment to the kingdom's well-being, echoing the importance of spiritual leaders in 1 Timothy 3:1-13.
How does this verse reflect the character of David as a leader?
The fact that 4,600 Levites joined David, as stated in 1 Chronicles 12:26, indicates that he was a leader who valued and attracted those dedicated to God's service, much like the description of David's heart in 1 Samuel 13:14 and Acts 13:22.
Reflection Questions
- What does the number 4,600 represent in my own life, and how can I dedicate those aspects to God's service?
- How can I, like the Levites, show loyalty and support to God's anointed leaders in my life?
- In what ways can I, as a member of the body of Christ, contribute to the unity and diversity of the church, as seen in 1 Chronicles 12:23-40?
- What role does spiritual leadership play in my own community, and how can I support and pray for those leaders, as described in 1 Timothy 3:1-13?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 12:26
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 12:23].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 12:26
The children of Judah that bare shield and spear were six thousand and eight hundred, ready armed to the war. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 12:26
1 Chronicles 12:26 Of the children of Levi four thousand and six hundred.Ver. 26. Of the children of Levi.] Who took up arms also in some cases, as here to settle David on the throne.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 12:26
(26) Of the children of Levi -Literally, Of the sons of the Levite; the article shows that the name is gentilic or tribal here, not personal. These martial Levites remind us of the priestly warriors of the crusades. That Levites might be soldiers, and in fact must have been such for the defence of the sanctuaries, is noted at 1 Chronicles 9:13; 1 Chronicles 9:19, and 2 Chronicles 23.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 12:26
26. Levi four thousand and six hundred — These came from the various Levitical cities.