1 Chronicles 12:36
1 Chronicles 12:36 in Multiple Translations
From Asher: 40,000 fit for service, prepared for battle.
And of Asher, such as went forth to battle, expert in war, forty thousand.
And of Asher, such as were able to go out in the host, that could set the battle in array, forty thousand.
And of Asher, forty thousand who went out with the army, expert in ordering the fight.
From the tribe of Asher, 40,000 experienced warriors, all battle-ready.
And of Asher that went out to the battell and were trained in the warres, fourtie thousand.
And of Asher, going forth to the host, to arrange battle, [are] forty thousand.
Of Asher, such as were able to go out in the army, who could set the battle in array: forty thousand.
And of Asher, such as went forth to battle, expert in war, forty thousand.
And of Aser forty thousand going forth to fight, and challenging in battle.
There were 47,000 experienced soldiers from the tribe of Asher, all trained to fight battles.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 12:36
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1 Chronicles 12:36 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/מִן
הַ/דָּנִי֙
עֹרְכֵ֣י
מִלְחָמָ֔ה
עֶשְׂרִֽים
וּ/שְׁמוֹנָ֥ה
אֶ֖לֶף
וְ/שֵׁ֥שׁ
מֵאֽוֹת
וּ/מִן
min
H4480
from
Conj | Prep
הַ/דָּנִי֙
Dânîy
H1839
Danite
Art | Ngmsa
עֹרְכֵ֣י
ʻârak
H6186
to arrange
V-Qal
מִלְחָמָ֔ה
milchâmâh
H4421
battle
N-fs
עֶשְׂרִֽים
ʻesrîym
H6242
twenty
Adj
וּ/שְׁמוֹנָ֥ה
shᵉmôneh
H8083
eight
Conj | Adj
אֶ֖לֶף
ʼeleph
H505
thousand
Adj
וְ/שֵׁ֥שׁ
shêsh
H8337
six
Conj | Adj
מֵאֽוֹת
mêʼâh
H3967
hundred
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 12:36
וּ/מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Conj | 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.
הַ/דָּנִי֙
Dânîy
H1839
"Danite"
Art | Ngmsa
A Danite was a descendant of Dan, a son of Jacob, and the name means judge.
Definition: Danites = "judge" 1) descendants of Dan, son of Jacob 2) inhabitants of the territory of Dan Another name of dan (דָּן "Dan" H1835G)
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Danites, of Daniel See also: Judges 13:2; Judges 18:11; 1 Chronicles 12:36.
עֹרְכֵ֣י
ʻârak
H6186
"to arrange"
V-Qal
This Hebrew word means to value or arrange things in order. It is used in various contexts, like setting up an army for battle or estimating the value of something, as seen in 1 Kings 10.
Definition: 1) to arrange, set or put or lay in order, set in array, prepare, order, ordain, handle, furnish, esteem, equal, direct, compare 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to arrange or set or lay in order, arrange, state in order, set forth (a legal case), set in place 1a2) to compare, be comparable
Usage: Occurs in 72 OT verses. KJV: put (set) (the battle, self) in array, compare, direct, equal, esteem, estimate, expert (in war), furnish, handle, join (battle), ordain, (lay, put, reckon up, set) (in) order, prepare, tax, value. See also: Genesis 14:8; 1 Chronicles 12:39; Psalms 5:4.
מִלְחָמָ֔ה
milchâmâh
H4421
"battle"
N-fs
This word means battle or war, describing a fight or conflict. It is used in the Bible to talk about wars and battles, like the ones in the book of Joshua. The KJV translates it as battle or fight.
Definition: battle, war
Usage: Occurs in 308 OT verses. KJV: battle, fight(-ing), war(-rior). See also: Genesis 14:2; 1 Samuel 30:24; 2 Chronicles 13:14.
עֶשְׂרִֽים
ʻesrîym
H6242
"twenty"
Adj
This word means twenty, and is also used as an ordinal number, like twentieth, as seen in Genesis 31:38. It can refer to a specific age or quantity.
Definition: twenty, twentieth Aramaic equivalent: es.rin (עֶשְׂרִין "twenty" H6243)
Usage: Occurs in 281 OT verses. KJV: (six-) score, twenty(-ieth). See also: Genesis 6:3; 1 Kings 9:14; Ezra 2:19.
וּ/שְׁמוֹנָ֥ה
shᵉmôneh
H8083
"eight"
Conj | Adj
The Hebrew word for the number eight, which was considered a special number in biblical times. It is used to describe quantities, such as eight days or eight years, and also appears in ordinal forms, like eighth or eighth day.
Definition: 1) eight, eighth 1a) eight (as cardinal number) 1b) eighth (as ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers
Usage: Occurs in 105 OT verses. KJV: eight(-een, -eenth), eighth. See also: Genesis 5:4; 1 Chronicles 16:38; Jeremiah 32:1.
אֶ֖לֶף
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.
וְ/שֵׁ֥שׁ
shêsh
H8337
"six"
Conj | Adj
This Hebrew word means the number six, and is often used in the Bible to describe measurements, like the six days of creation in Genesis 1.
Definition: 1) six 1a) six (cardinal number) 1b) sixth (ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers Aramaic equivalent: shet (שֵׁת "six" H8353)
Usage: Occurs in 202 OT verses. KJV: six(-teen, -teenth), sixth. See also: Genesis 7:6; 1 Kings 6:6; Proverbs 6:16.
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 12:36
Show Verse Quote Highlights
Context — David’s Army Grows at Hebron
34From Naphtali: 1,000 commanders, accompanied by 37,000 men with shield and spear.
35From Dan: 28,600 prepared for battle.
36From Asher: 40,000 fit for service, prepared for battle.
37And from east of the Jordan, from Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh there: 120,000 armed with every kind of weapon of war. 38All these men of war, arrayed for battle, came to Hebron fully determined to make David king over all Israel. And all the rest of the Israelites were of one mind to make David king.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 12:33 | From Zebulun: 50,000 fit for service, trained for battle with all kinds of weapons of war, who with one purpose were devoted to David. |
| 2 | Joel 2:7 | They charge like mighty men; they scale the walls like men of war. Each one marches in formation, not swerving from the course. |
1 Chronicles 12:36 Summary
This verse tells us that 40,000 men from the tribe of Asher were ready to fight in battle to support David as king. It shows that they were committed to following God's plan, just like we are called to follow God's plan for our lives (Jeremiah 29:11). The men from Asher were prepared to trust God and work together with other tribes to achieve their goal, and we can learn from their example by being faithful and supportive of God's leaders in our own lives (Hebrews 13:17). By trusting in God's sovereignty, we can have confidence that He is working everything out for our good (Romans 8:28).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the men from Asher were 'fit for service'?
This phrase means they were physically and mentally ready to engage in battle, similar to the description of the men from Dan in 1 Chronicles 12:35, and it reflects their commitment to support David as king, as seen in 1 Chronicles 12:38.
How does the number of men from Asher compare to other tribes?
The 40,000 men from Asher is one of the larger contingents mentioned, surpassed only by the 120,000 men from the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh in 1 Chronicles 12:37.
What can we learn from the willingness of the men from Asher to prepare for battle?
Their willingness to prepare for battle demonstrates their faith and trust in God's plan for David to become king, as described in 1 Samuel 16:13, and it encourages us to be faithful and supportive of God's leaders in our own lives.
How does this verse relate to the broader biblical theme of God's sovereignty?
This verse illustrates how God works through human actions to achieve His purposes, as seen in 1 Chronicles 12:38, where all the men of war come together to make David king, fulfilling God's plan as stated in 1 Samuel 16:1.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to be 'fit for service' in my own life, and how can I prepare myself to serve God?
- How can I demonstrate my commitment to God's plan, just like the men from Asher did by preparing for battle?
- What are some ways I can show support for the leaders God has placed in my life, whether in my church or community?
- In what ways can I trust God's sovereignty in my own life, even when the outcome is uncertain?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 12:36
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 12:23].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 12:36
And of the Danites expert in war twenty and eight thousand and six hundred. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 12:36
(36) Expert in war.—Literally, to order or marshal battle (ad aciem struendam). The same phrase occurred in 1 Chronicles 12:33; 1 Chronicles 12:35. The margin (1 Chronicles 12:33), “rangers of battle,” is good.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 12:36
36. went forth to battle, expert in war] R.V. were able to go out in the host, that could set the battle in army; cp. 1 Chronicles 12:33.
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 12:36
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Abner's Return to Hebron by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith emphasizes the importance of having singleness of heart as a Christian. He highlights the example of the men of Zebulun who came with singleness |