1 Chronicles 12:4
1 Chronicles 12:4 in Multiple Translations
Ishmaiah the Gibeonite, a mighty man among the Thirty and a leader over the Thirty; Jeremiah, Jahaziel, Johanan, and Jozabad the Gederathite;
And Ismaiah the Gibeonite, a mighty man among the thirty, and over the thirty; and Jeremiah, and Jahaziel, and Johanan, and Josabad the Gederathite,
and Ishmaiah the Gibeonite, a mighty man among the thirty, and over the thirty, and Jeremiah, and Jahaziel, and Johanan, and Jozabad the Gederathite,
And Ishmaiah the Gibeonite, a great man among the thirty, and their chief; and Jeremiah and Jehaziel and Johanan and Jozabad the Gederathite;
Ishmaiah the Gibeonite (a strong warrior among the Thirty, and leader over the Thirty); Jeremiah; Jahaziel; Johanan; Jozabad the Gederathite;
And Ishmaiah the Gibeonite, a valiant man among thirtie, and aboue the thirtie, and Ieremiah, and Iehaziel, and Iohanan, and Ioshabad the Gederathite,
and Ishmaiah the Gibeonite, a mighty one among the thirty, and over the thirty, and Jeremiah, and Jahaziel, and Johanan, and Josabad the Gederathite.
Ishmaiah the Gibeonite, a mighty man among the thirty and a leader of the thirty; Jeremiah; Jahaziel; Johanan; Jozabad the Gederathite;
And Ismaiah the Gibeonite, a mighty man among the thirty, and over the thirty; and Jeremiah, and Jahaziel, and Johanan, and Josabad the Gederathite,
And Samaias of Gabaon, the stoutest amongst the thirty and over the thirty; Jeremias, and Jeheziel, and Johanan, and Jezabad of Gaderoth;
Ishmaiah from the Gibeon city, who was a leader of the thirty mighty warriors; Jeremiah, Jahaziel, Johanan, and Jozabad from Gederah town;
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וְ/יִֽשְׁמַֽעְיָ֧ה
הַ/גִּבְעוֹנִ֛י
גִּבּ֥וֹר
בַּ/שְּׁלֹשִׁ֖ים
וְ/עַל
הַ/שְּׁלֹשִֽׁים
וְ/יִֽשְׁמַֽעְיָ֧ה
Yishmaʻyâh
H3460
Ishmaiah
Conj | N-proper
הַ/גִּבְעוֹנִ֛י
Gibʻônîy
H1393
Gibeonite
Art | Ngmsa
גִּבּ֥וֹר
gibbôwr
H1368
mighty man
Adj
בַּ/שְּׁלֹשִׁ֖ים
shᵉlôwshîym
H7970
thirty
Prep | Adj
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Conj | Prep
הַ/שְּׁלֹשִֽׁים
shᵉlôwshîym
H7970
thirty
Art | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 12:4
וְ/יִֽשְׁמַֽעְיָ֧ה
Yishmaʻyâh
H3460
"Ishmaiah"
Conj | N-proper
Ishmaiah means Jehovah will hear, and refers to two Israelites, one a Gibeonite warrior and the other a ruler of the tribe of Zebulun during King David's time.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.27.19; son of: Obadiah (H5662M) § Ishmaiah = "Jehovah will hear" 1) a Gibeonite and one of David's mighty warriors 2) a son of Obadiah and the ruler of the tribe of Zebulun in the time of king David
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Ishmaiah. See also: 1 Chronicles 12:4; 1 Chronicles 27:19.
הַ/גִּבְעוֹנִ֛י
Gibʻônîy
H1393
"Gibeonite"
Art | Ngmsa
A Gibeonite is a person from Gibeon, a city in the Bible. The name means 'little hill' or 'hilly' and is mentioned in the book of Joshua. Gibeonites were known for their cleverness and diplomacy.
Definition: Group of giv.on (גִּבְעוֹן "Gibeon" H1391) § Gibeonite = "little hill: hilly" an inhabitant of Gibeon
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Gibeonite. See also: 2 Samuel 21:1; 2 Samuel 21:4; Nehemiah 3:7.
גִּבּ֥וֹר
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.
בַּ/שְּׁלֹשִׁ֖ים
shᵉlôwshîym
H7970
"thirty"
Prep | Adj
Thirty is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can also be used as an ordinal to describe something as thirtieth. It is used to count quantities in the Bible.
Definition: thirty, thirtieth Aramaic equivalent: te.la.tin (תְּלָתִין "thirty" H8533)
Usage: Occurs in 163 OT verses. KJV: thirty, thirtieth. Compare H7991 (שָׁלִישׁ). See also: Genesis 5:3; 1 Samuel 11:8; Jeremiah 38:10.
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
הַ/שְּׁלֹשִֽׁים
shᵉlôwshîym
H7970
"thirty"
Art | Adj
Thirty is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can also be used as an ordinal to describe something as thirtieth. It is used to count quantities in the Bible.
Definition: thirty, thirtieth Aramaic equivalent: te.la.tin (תְּלָתִין "thirty" H8533)
Usage: Occurs in 163 OT verses. KJV: thirty, thirtieth. Compare H7991 (שָׁלִישׁ). See also: Genesis 5:3; 1 Samuel 11:8; Jeremiah 38:10.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 12:4
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- 1 Chronicles 12:4 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 12:4
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 12:4
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 12:4
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 12:4
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 12:4
- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 12:4
Context — The Mighty Men Join David at Ziklag
2they were archers using both the right and left hands to sling stones and shoot arrows; and they were Saul’s kinsmen from Benjamin):
3Ahiezer their chief and Joash, who were the sons of Shemaah the Gibeathite; Jeziel and Pelet, the sons of Azmaveth; Beracah; Jehu the Anathothite;
4Ishmaiah the Gibeonite, a mighty man among the Thirty and a leader over the Thirty; Jeremiah, Jahaziel, Johanan, and Jozabad the Gederathite;
5Eluzai, Jerimoth, Bealiah, Shemariah, and Shephatiah the Haruphite; 6Elkanah, Isshiah, Azarel, Joezer, and Jashobeam, who were Korahites;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Joshua 9:3 | But the people of Gibeon, having heard what Joshua had done to Jericho and Ai, |
| 2 | Joshua 15:36 | Shaaraim, Adithaim, and Gederah (or Gederothaim)—fourteen cities, along with their villages. |
| 3 | 1 Chronicles 11:15 | Three of the thirty chief men went down to David, to the rock at the cave of Adullam, while a company of Philistines was encamped in the Valley of Rephaim. |
| 4 | Joshua 9:17–23 | So the Israelites set out and on the third day arrived at their cities—Gibeon, Chephirah, Beeroth, and Kiriath-jearim. But the Israelites did not attack them, because the leaders of the congregation had sworn an oath to them by the LORD, the God of Israel. And the whole congregation grumbled against the leaders. All the leaders answered, “We have sworn an oath to them by the LORD, the God of Israel, and now we cannot touch them. This is how we will treat them: We will let them live, so that no wrath will fall on us because of the oath we swore to them.” They continued, “Let them live, but let them be woodcutters and water carriers for the whole congregation.” So the leaders kept their promise. Then Joshua summoned the Gibeonites and said, “Why did you deceive us by telling us you live far away from us, when in fact you live among us? Now therefore you are under a curse and will perpetually serve as woodcutters and water carriers for the house of my God.” |
1 Chronicles 12:4 Summary
This verse lists several men who were part of David's army, including Ishmaiah, who was a leader over the Thirty, a group of elite warriors. These men were brave and loyal, and their names are listed in the Bible to show their importance in the kingdom of Israel. Just like these men, we can be part of a community of believers and demonstrate bravery and loyalty in our own lives, as seen in passages like Hebrews 11:1-40 and 12:1-3. By following God's will and trusting in His plan, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Jeremiah 29:11, we can be mighty men and women of God, making a difference in the world around us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Ishmaiah the Gibeonite and what made him a mighty man?
Ishmaiah the Gibeonite was a leader over the Thirty, a group of elite warriors, as seen in 1 Chronicles 12:4, and his might was likely due to his bravery and military prowess, similar to the mighty men in 2 Samuel 23:8-39.
What does it mean to be a leader over the Thirty?
Being a leader over the Thirty meant that Ishmaiah was in charge of a group of thirty elite warriors, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 12:4, and this role required strong leadership and battle skills, as seen in the examples of leaders in the Bible, such as David in 1 Samuel 18:13.
Why are the names of these men listed in the Bible?
The names of these men, including Ishmaiah, Jeremiah, and Jozabad, are listed in the Bible to show their importance in the kingdom of Israel and to demonstrate their loyalty to David, as seen in 1 Chronicles 12:1-7, and to provide a historical record of their bravery and service, similar to the genealogies in 1 Chronicles 1-9.
What can we learn from the example of these mighty men?
We can learn from the example of these mighty men, such as Ishmaiah, that God values bravery, loyalty, and leadership, as seen in 1 Chronicles 12:4 and other passages like Proverbs 28:1, and that He often uses ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things, as seen in the stories of David and his men in 1 Samuel 17:1-58 and 2 Samuel 23:8-39.
Reflection Questions
- What qualities made Ishmaiah a mighty man, and how can I develop those qualities in my own life?
- How does the listing of these men's names in the Bible relate to the concept of being part of a community of believers, as seen in Hebrews 11:1-40 and 12:1-3?
- In what ways can I demonstrate loyalty and bravery in my own life, like the men listed in 1 Chronicles 12:1-7, and what role does faith play in those actions, as seen in 2 Corinthians 5:7 and Hebrews 11:1-40?
- What does the example of these mighty men teach me about the importance of leadership and following God's will, as seen in 1 Chronicles 12:4 and other passages like Proverbs 3:5-6 and Jeremiah 29:11?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 12:4
And Ishmaiah the Gibeonite, a mighty man among the thirty, and over the thirty,.... That came with him, and he had the command of; this man was of Gibeon, another city in the tribe of Benjamin,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 12:4
And Ismaiah the Gibeonite, a mighty man among the thirty, and over the thirty; and Jeremiah, and Jahaziel, and Johanan, and Josabad the Gederathite, Ismaiah the Gibeonite.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 12:4
Over the thirty, i.e. who came attended with thirty valiant Benjamites, and was their leader and commander.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 12:4
(4) Ismaiah the Gibeonite.—Gibeon belonged to Benjamin (1 Chronicles 9:35), and 1 Chronicles 12:2 proves that Ismaiah was a Benjamite, not a Gibeonite in the strict sense of the term. A mighty man among the thirty.—The “thirty” must be the famous corps (1 Chronicles 11:25). Ismaiah’s name does not occur in the catalogue, perhaps because he died before it was drawn up. Over the thirty may mean that at one time he was captain of the band, or it may simply denote comparison—“a hero above the thirty.” Josabad the Gederathite; of Gederah in the lowland of Judah (Joshua 15:36). Josabad is perhaps the same as Zabad ben Ahlai (1 Chronicles 11:41), one of the thirty.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 12:4
4. among the thirty and over the thirty] Ismaiah’s name does not occur among the thirty (2 Samuel 23:24-39); the phrase is therefore perhaps only a kind of superlative; Ismaiah was worthy to be ranked with the thirty or even above them. Probably however the list in ch. 11 and that in ch. 12 belong to different times. the Gederathite] i.e. the man of Gederah. The only Gederah known was in the Judæan Shephelah (Joshua 15:36), so that it would seem that some men of Judah are reckoned along with the Benjamites in these verses. Similarly in 1 Chronicles 12:7 men of the Judæan town of Gedor (1 Chronicles 4:4; Joshua 15:58) are mentioned. It is possible that some words introducing the names of Judæan heroes have dropped out.
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 12:4
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Joshua (Part 7): Don't Let Failure Be Final by Richard Sipley | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the theme of failure and recovery using the story of Joshua in the book of Joshua chapter 9. The people of Gibeon deceive Joshua and the Israe |
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On Eagles' Wings Pt 319 by Don Courville | Don Courville discusses the theme of deception, drawing from the biblical account of Joshua and the Gibeonites to illustrate how easily one can be misled. He emphasizes the importa |