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1 Chronicles 12:28

1 Chronicles 12:28 in Multiple Translations

and Zadok, a mighty young man of valor, with 22 commanders from his own family.

And Zadok, a young man mighty of valour, and of his father’s house twenty and two captains.

and Zadok, a young man mighty of valor, and of his father’s house twenty and two captains.

And Zadok, a young man, great and strong in war, with twenty-two captains from his father's people.

and Zadok, a strong young warrior, with 22 members of his family, all officers.

And Zadok a yong man very valiant, and of his fathers housholde came two and twentie captaines.

and Zadok, a young man, mighty of valour, and of the house of his father [are] twenty and two heads.

and Zadok, a young man mighty of valor, and of his father’s house twenty-two captains.

And Zadok, a young man mighty of valor, and of his father's house twenty and two captains.

Sadoc also a young man of excellent disposition, and the house of his father, twenty-two principal men.

Zadok, a strong young soldier, was also in that group, and there were 22 other leaders from his clan who came with him.

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1 Chronicles 12:28 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וִ/יהוֹיָדָ֖ע הַ/נָּגִ֣יד לְ/אַהֲרֹ֑ן וְ/עִמּ֕/וֹ שְׁלֹ֥שֶׁת אֲלָפִ֖ים וּ/שְׁבַ֥ע מֵאֽוֹת
וִ/יהוֹיָדָ֖ע Yᵉhôwyâdâʻ H3077 Jehoiada Conj | N-proper
הַ/נָּגִ֣יד nâgîyd H5057 leader Art | N-ms
לְ/אַהֲרֹ֑ן ʼAhărôwn H175 Aaron Prep | N-proper
וְ/עִמּ֕/וֹ ʻim H5973 with Conj | Prep | Suff
שְׁלֹ֥שֶׁת shâlôwsh H7969 three Adj
אֲלָפִ֖ים ʼeleph H505 thousand Adj
וּ/שְׁבַ֥ע shebaʻ H7651 seven Conj | Adj
מֵאֽוֹת mêʼâh H3967 hundred Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 12:28

וִ/יהוֹיָדָ֖ע Yᵉhôwyâdâʻ H3077 "Jehoiada" Conj | N-proper
Jehoiada means Jehovah knows, and was the name of three Israelites, including a high priest who helped King David and hid Joash from Athaliah. He is mentioned in Jeremiah 29:26.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Jer.29.26 § Jehoiada = "Jehovah knows" 1) father of Benaiah, David's mighty warrior 2) leader of the priests who joined David at Hebron 3) high priest at the time of Athaliah's usurpation of the throne of Judah; hid Joash, the king's son, for six years and eventually replaced him on the throne of Judah 4) second priest, or sagan, to Seraiah the high priest
Usage: Occurs in 48 OT verses. KJV: Jehoiada. Compare H3111 (יוֹיָדָע). See also: 2 Samuel 8:18; 1 Chronicles 11:24; Jeremiah 29:26.
הַ/נָּגִ֣יד nâgîyd H5057 "leader" Art | N-ms
This word refers to a leader or commander, someone who is in charge or has authority. In the Bible, it is used to describe military, civil, or religious leaders, such as princes or governors.
Definition: 1) leader, ruler, captain, prince 1a) ruler, prince 1b) prince-overseer 1c) ruler (in other capacities) 1d) princely things
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: captain, chief, excellent thing, (chief) governor, leader, noble, prince, (chief) ruler. See also: 1 Samuel 9:16; 1 Chronicles 29:22; Psalms 76:13.
לְ/אַהֲרֹ֑ן ʼAhărôwn H175 "Aaron" Prep | N-proper
Aaron was the brother of Moses and the first high priest of the Israelites. He was a leader in the Exodus from Egypt and played a key role in the early history of the Israelites. His story is told in Exodus and Leviticus.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.4.14; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Moses (H4872) and Miriam (H4813); married to Elisheba (H0472); father of: Nadab (H5070), Abihu (H0030), Eleazar (H0499) and Ithamar (H0385) Also named: Aarōn (Ἀαρών "Aaron" G0002) § Aaron = "light bringer" brother of Moses, a Levite and the first high priest
Usage: Occurs in 328 OT verses. KJV: Aaron. See also: Exodus 4:14; Exodus 34:31; Numbers 3:39.
וְ/עִמּ֕/וֹ ʻim H5973 "with" Conj | Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
שְׁלֹ֥שֶׁת shâlôwsh H7969 "three" Adj
This Hebrew word means three or thrice, and is used to describe quantities or repetitions in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including three, third, and thirteen.
Definition: 1) three, triad 1a) 3, 300, third Aramaic equivalent: te.lat (תְּלָת "three" H8532)
Usage: Occurs in 381 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] fork, [phrase] often(-times), third, thir(-teen, -teenth), three, [phrase] thrice. Compare H7991 (שָׁלִישׁ). See also: Genesis 5:22; Joshua 1:11; 2 Kings 9:32.
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/שְׁבַ֥ע shebaʻ H7651 "seven" Conj | 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.
מֵאֽוֹת mêʼâh H3967 "hundred" 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 12:28

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1 2 Samuel 8:17 Zadok son of Ahitub and Ahimelech son of Abiathar were priests; Seraiah was the scribe;
2 1 Chronicles 6:8 Ahitub was the father of Zadok, Zadok was the father of Ahimaaz,
3 1 Chronicles 6:53 Zadok his son, and Ahimaaz his son.
4 1 Kings 2:35 And the king appointed Benaiah son of Jehoiada in Joab’s place over the army, and he appointed Zadok the priest in Abiathar’s place.
5 1 Kings 1:8 But Zadok the priest, Benaiah son of Jehoiada, Nathan the prophet, Shimei, Rei, and David’s mighty men would not join Adonijah.
6 Ezekiel 44:15 But the Levitical priests, who are descended from Zadok and who kept charge of My sanctuary when the Israelites went astray from Me, are to approach Me to minister before Me. They will stand before Me to offer Me fat and blood, declares the Lord GOD.

1 Chronicles 12:28 Summary

This verse tells us about a man named Zadok who was strong, brave, and a good leader. He had 22 commanders from his own family who followed him, showing that he was respected and trusted by those around him. This is similar to how Jesus called his disciples to follow him and spread his teachings, as seen in Matthew 10:1-4. We can learn from Zadok's example by being courageous and faithful in our own lives, using our gifts and abilities to serve God and others, just as it is encouraged in Ephesians 6:10-18.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Zadok and why is he mentioned in 1 Chronicles 12:28?

Zadok was a priest and a leader in Israel, known for his faithfulness to God and King David, as seen in 1 Chronicles 12:28 and also in 1 Kings 1:32-40 where he anointed Solomon as king.

What does it mean that Zadok was a 'mighty young man of valor'?

This phrase indicates that Zadok was strong, courageous, and capable, much like the description of David in 1 Samuel 16:18, and it highlights his potential for leadership and service to God and his people.

Why did Zadok have 22 commanders from his own family with him?

The presence of these commanders suggests that Zadok had a significant influence and authority within his family and community, similar to how Jesus called his disciples to follow him and spread his teachings as seen in Matthew 10:1-4.

How does Zadok's example relate to our lives today?

Zadok's faithfulness, courage, and leadership serve as an inspiration for believers to stand firm in their faith, just as it is encouraged in Ephesians 6:10-18, and to use their gifts and abilities to serve God and others.

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some ways I can demonstrate courage and faithfulness in my own life, like Zadok did?
  2. How can I use my family and community to spread the message of God's love and salvation, just as Zadok had commanders from his own family with him?
  3. In what ways can I be a leader or influencer for God, using my unique gifts and abilities to serve others?
  4. What does it mean to be a 'mighty person of valor' in my daily life, and how can I cultivate those qualities?
  5. How can I apply the lessons from Zadok's life to my relationships and interactions with others?

Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 12:28

[See comments on 1 Chronicles 12:23].

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 12:28

And Zadok, a young man mighty of valour, and of his father's house twenty and two captains. No JFB commentary on this verse.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 12:28

Zadok; thought to be the same who was made high priest in Solomon’ s time, ; which if true, he was very young at this time. Twenty and two captains, whom he brought along with him.

Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 12:28

1 Chronicles 12:28 And Zadok, a young man mighty of valour, and of his father’ s house twenty and two captains.Ver. 28. And Zadok, a young man.] Some think that Saul, when he had slain Abimelech, made this Zadok high priest in his stead. He was of the right line, and restored thirty-three or four years after this by king Solomon.

Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 12:28

(28) And Zadok, a young man mighty of valour.—And Zadok, a youth, a valiant warrior. Perhaps the successor of Abiathar (1 Kings 2:26-27; 1 Kings 4:4), and his father-house (family), princes twenty and two. The sub-clan or family of Eleazar must have been strong at this time to be able to furnish all these captains, and their implied companies of warriors. But the sum total of the Levites is not given.

Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 12:28

28. Zadok] In 1 Chronicles 27:17 he seems to occupy the position assigned to Jehoiada in 1 Chronicles 12:27. Perhaps he succeeded him.

Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 12:28

28. Zadok — Not necessarily the high priest of this name.

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