1 Chronicles 16:3
1 Chronicles 16:3 in Multiple Translations
Then he distributed to every man and woman of Israel a loaf of bread, a date cake, and a raisin cake.
And he dealt to every one of Israel, both man and woman, to every one a loaf of bread, and a good piece of flesh, and a flagon of wine.
And he dealt to every one of Israel, both man and woman, to every one a loaf of bread, and a portion of flesh, and a cake of raisins.
And he gave to everyone, every man and woman of Israel, a cake of bread, some meat, and a cake of dry grapes.
Then he shared out to every Israelite, to every man and woman, a loaf of bread, a date cake, and a raisin cake.
And he dealt to euery one of Israel both man and woman, to euery one a cake of breade, and a piece of flesh, and a bottel of wine.
and giveth a portion to every man of Israel, both man and woman: to each a cake of bread, and a measure of wine, and a grape-cake.
He gave to everyone of Israel, both man and woman, to everyone a loaf of bread, a portion of meat, and a cake of raisins.
And he dealt to every one of Israel, both man and woman, to every one a loaf of bread, and a good piece of flesh, and a flagon of wine .
And he divided to all and every one, both men and women, a loaf of bread, and a piece of roasted beef, and flour fried with oil.
He gave a loaf of bread, some dates, and some raisins to every Israeli man and woman who was there.
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1 Chronicles 16:3 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְחַלֵּק֙
לְ/כָל
אִ֣ישׁ
יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל
מֵ/אִ֖ישׁ
וְ/עַד
אִשָּׁ֑ה
לְ/אִישׁ֙
כִּכַּר
לֶ֔חֶם
וְ/אֶשְׁפָּ֖ר
וַ/אֲשִׁישָֽׁה
וַ/יְחַלֵּק֙
châlaq
H2505
to divide
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
לְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Prep | N-ms
אִ֣ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
man
N-ms
יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
Israel
N-proper
מֵ/אִ֖ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
man
Prep | N-ms
וְ/עַד
ʻad
H5704
till
Conj | Prep
אִשָּׁ֑ה
ʼishshâh
H802
woman
N-fs
לְ/אִישׁ֙
ʼîysh
H376
man
Prep | N-ms
כִּכַּר
kikkâr
H3603
talent
N-cs
לֶ֔חֶם
lechem
H3899
food
N-cs
וְ/אֶשְׁפָּ֖ר
ʼeshpâr
H829
raisin bun
Conj | N-ms
וַ/אֲשִׁישָֽׁה
ʼăshîyshâh
H809
raisin bun
Conj | N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 16:3
וַ/יְחַלֵּק֙
châlaq
H2505
"to divide"
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
To smooth means to make something slippery or deceitful, like in Proverbs where it warns against flattery. It can also mean to divide or separate something, like an inheritance.
Definition: 1) to divide, share, plunder, allot, apportion, assign 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to divide, apportion 1a2) to assign, distribute 1a3) to assign, impart 1a4) to share 1a5) to divide up, plunder 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to divide oneself 1b2) to be divided 1b3) to assign, distribute 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to divide, apportion 1c2) to assign, distribute 1c3) to scatter 1d) (Pual) to be divided 1e) (Hiphil) to receive a portion or part 1f) (Hithpael) to divide among themselves
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: deal, distribute, divide, flatter, give, (have, im-) part(-ner), take away a portion, receive, separate self, (be) smooth(-er). See also: Genesis 14:15; Job 27:17; Psalms 5:10.
לְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
אִ֣ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
"Israel"
N-proper
Israel is the symbolic name of Jacob, also referring to his descendants. Jacob, son of Isaac and Rebekah, had 12 sons who became the tribes of Israel, as told in Genesis 25:26. His story is crucial to the Bible's narrative.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.25.26; son of: Isaac (H3327) and Rebekah (H7259); brother of: Esau (H6215); married to Rachel (H7354), Leah (H3812), Zilpah (H2153) and Bilhah (H1090A); father of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); also called Jacob frequently § Israel = "God prevails" 1) the second name for Jacob given to him by God after his wrestling with the angel at Peniel 2) the name of the descendants and the nation of the descendants of Jacob 2a) the name of the nation until the death of Solomon and the split 2b) the name used and given to the northern kingdom consisting of the 10 tribes under Jeroboam; the southern kingdom was known as Judah 2c) the name of the nation after the return from exile
Usage: Occurs in 2231 OT verses. KJV: Israel. See also: Genesis 32:29; Exodus 13:18; Exodus 40:38.
מֵ/אִ֖ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
וְ/עַד
ʻad
H5704
"till"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means until or as far as, describing a point in time or space. It's used in the Bible to set boundaries or limits, like in Exodus when describing the Israelites' journey.
Definition: prep 1) as far as, even to, until, up to, while, as far as 1a) of space 1a1) as far as, up to, even to 1b) in combination 1b1) from...as far as, both...and (with 'min' -from) 1c) of time 1c1) even to, until, unto, till, during, end 1d) of degree 1d1) even to, to the degree of, even like conj 2) until, while, to the point that, so that even Aramaic equivalent: ad (עַד "till" H5705)
Usage: Occurs in 1128 OT verses. KJV: against, and, as, at, before, by (that), even (to), for(-asmuch as), (hither-) to, [phrase] how long, into, as long (much) as, (so) that, till, toward, until, when, while, ([phrase] as) yet. See also: Genesis 3:19; Exodus 32:20; Numbers 23:24.
אִשָּׁ֑ה
ʼishshâh
H802
"woman"
N-fs
The Hebrew word for woman, used to describe a female person, wife, or animal, appears in many biblical passages, including Genesis and Exodus, and is often translated as woman, wife, or female.
Definition: : woman 1) woman, wife, female 1a) woman (opposite of man) 1b) wife (woman married to a man) 1c) female (of animals) 1d) each, every (pronoun)
Usage: Occurs in 686 OT verses. KJV: (adulter) ess, each, every, female, [idiom] many, [phrase] none, one, [phrase] together, wife, woman. Often unexpressed in English. See also: Genesis 2:22; Genesis 34:4; Numbers 5:12.
לְ/אִישׁ֙
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
כִּכַּר
kikkâr
H3603
"talent"
N-cs
In the Bible, a talent was a unit of weight or currency, like in Matthew 25:15-28, where a master gives his servants talents to invest. It could also refer to a round loaf of bread or a region, such as the Jordan valley.
Definition: 1) round 1a) a round district (environs of the Jordan valley) 1b) a round loaf (of bread) 1c) a round weight, talent (of gold, silver, bronze, iron) Aramaic equivalent: kik.ker (כִּכֵּר "talent" H3604)
Usage: Occurs in 55 OT verses. KJV: loaf, morsel, piece, plain, talent. See also: Genesis 13:10; 2 Kings 5:5; Proverbs 6:26.
לֶ֔חֶם
lechem
H3899
"food"
N-cs
This Hebrew word refers to food, especially bread or grain. It's used throughout the Bible to describe meals, sacrifices, and daily life, highlighting the importance of food in ancient Israelite culture.
Definition: : food(eating) 1) bread, food, grain 1a) bread 1a1) bread 1a2) bread-corn 1b) food (in general)
Usage: Occurs in 277 OT verses. KJV: (shew-) bread, [idiom] eat, food, fruit, loaf, meat, victuals. See also: Genesis 3:19; 1 Samuel 20:34; Psalms 14:4.
וְ/אֶשְׁפָּ֖ר
ʼeshpâr
H829
"raisin bun"
Conj | N-ms
A raisin bun is a sweet treat, possibly a date cake or a measured portion of food.
Definition: piece of meat, measured portion, date-cake (meaning and significance obscure)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: good piece (of flesh). See also: 2 Samuel 6:19; 1 Chronicles 16:3.
וַ/אֲשִׁישָֽׁה
ʼăshîyshâh
H809
"raisin bun"
Conj | N-fs
In the Bible, this word refers to a sweet treat, like a raisin cake, often used in special celebrations. It is mentioned in 2 Samuel 6:19 and 1 Chronicles 16:3 as a food item given to the people. The word describes a sweet food.
Definition: 1) raisin-cake, used in sacrificial feasts 1a) consistently translated in AV as "flagon of wine"
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: flagon. See also: 2 Samuel 6:19; Song of Solomon 2:5; Hosea 3:1.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 16:3
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 16:3
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 16:3
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:3
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:3
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:3
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 16:3
- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 16:3
Context — A Tent for the Ark
1So they brought the ark of God and placed it inside the tent that David had pitched for it. And they presented burnt offerings and peace offerings before God.
2When David had finished sacrificing the burnt offerings and peace offerings, he blessed the people in the name of the LORD.
3Then he distributed to every man and woman of Israel a loaf of bread, a date cake, and a raisin cake.
4David appointed some of the Levites to minister before the ark of the LORD, to celebrate, to give thanks, and to praise the LORD, the God of Israel. 5Asaph was the chief, Zechariah was second, then Jeiel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Mattithiah, Eliab, Benaiah, Obed-edom, and Jeiel. They were to play the harps and lyres, while Asaph sounded the cymbalsCross References
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| 1 | Nehemiah 8:10 | Then Nehemiah told them, “Go and eat what is rich, drink what is sweet, and send out portions to those who have nothing prepared, since today is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.” |
| 2 | Ezekiel 45:17 | And it shall be the prince’s part to provide the burnt offerings, grain offerings, and drink offerings for the feasts, New Moons, and Sabbaths—for all the appointed feasts of the house of Israel. He will provide the sin offerings, grain offerings, burnt offerings, and peace offerings to make atonement for the house of Israel. |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 35:7–8 | From his own flocks and herds Josiah contributed 30,000 lambs and goats plus 3,000 bulls for the Passover offerings for all the people who were present. His officials also contributed willingly to the people and priests and Levites. Hilkiah, Zechariah, and Jehiel, the administrators of the house of God, gave the priests 2,600 Passover offerings and 300 bulls. |
| 4 | 1 Peter 4:9 | Show hospitality to one another without complaining. |
| 5 | 2 Chronicles 30:24 | For Hezekiah king of Judah contributed a thousand bulls and seven thousand sheep for the assembly, and the officials contributed a thousand bulls and ten thousand sheep for the assembly, and a great number of priests consecrated themselves. |
1 Chronicles 16:3 Summary
[In 1 Chronicles 16:3, David shows his gratitude for God's presence among His people by distributing food to every man and woman of Israel. This act of kindness and generosity reflects God's heart of love and provision, as seen in Psalm 23:1-6. Just as God provided for the Israelites in the wilderness, David wants to care for and bless his people. This verse reminds us of the importance of gratitude, generosity, and community, encouraging us to show love and kindness to those around us, just as God does for us.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did David distribute food to every man and woman of Israel?
David distributed food to celebrate the presence of God among His people, as seen in 1 Chronicles 16:3, and to demonstrate his gratitude for God's blessings, similar to the way God provided manna in the wilderness, as mentioned in Exodus 16:4-35.
What is the significance of the specific foods mentioned in this verse?
The loaf of bread, date cake, and raisin cake were likely symbolic of God's provision and abundance, much like the feast of unleavened bread in Leviticus 23:5-8, which commemorated the Israelites' hasty departure from Egypt.
How does this act of distribution relate to David's role as a leader?
By distributing food to every man and woman, David demonstrated his desire to care for and bless his people, reflecting God's heart of love and provision, as seen in Psalm 23:1-6, where God is described as a shepherd who guides and nourishes His people.
What can we learn from David's actions in this verse?
We can learn the importance of gratitude, generosity, and community, as David's actions brought the people together to celebrate God's presence, much like the instruction in Deuteronomy 14:26 to rejoice before the Lord with their families and communities.
Reflection Questions
- How can I show gratitude for God's blessings in my life, just as David did in this verse?
- What are some ways I can care for and bless those around me, reflecting God's heart of love and provision?
- How can I use my resources to bring people together and celebrate God's presence in our lives?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of community and shared celebration in the life of a believer?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 16:3
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 16:1].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 16:3
And he dealt to every one of Israel, both man and woman, to every one a loaf of bread, and a good piece of flesh, and a flagon of wine. Flagon of wine.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:3
1 Chronicles 16:3 And he dealt to every one of Israel, both man and woman, to every one a loaf of bread, and a good piece of flesh, and a flagon [of wine].Ver. 3. And he dealt to every one of Israel.] Clemency and liberality are kingly virtues. See 2 Samuel 6:19. A good piece of flesh.] Of roast beef, as some gather from the notation of the word here used.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:3
(3) To every one . . .—Literally, to every man of Israel from man unto woman. Samuel has, “to all the people, to all the multitude of Israel, from man,” &c. A loaf (kikkar).—A round cake (1 Samuel 2:36). The parallel in Samuel has a less common word (hallath), meaning a sacrificial cake punctured all over. (Comp. Exodus 29:23.) A good piece of flesh.—A single Hebrew term, found only here and in Samuel (’eshpâr). It seems to mean “a portion,” i.e., of the victims slain for the “peace offerings.” (The “burnt offerings” were wholly consumed on the altar.) Syriac, “a portion.” Arabic, “a slice of flesh.” Others interpret, “a measure of wine.” A flagon of wine.—Rather, a raisin-cake—i.e., a mass of dried grapes (Hosea 3:1); Isaiah 16:7, “raisin-cakes of Kir-hareseth.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 16:3
Verse 3. To every one a loaf of bread] A whole cake. A good piece of flesh; "the sixth part of an ox, and the sixth part of a hin of wine." - T. See 2 Samuel 6:18-20; see Jarchi also.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 16:3
3. a loaf of bread] A flat round cake such as is still made in Egypt is meant. a good piece of flesh] R.V. a portion of flesh (mg. “of wine”). The meaning of the Heb. word is unknown. Of flesh is rightly in italics here as in 2 Samuel 6:19. a flagon of wine] R.V. a cake of raisins. Cp. Isaiah 16:7 (R.V.) where the same Heb. word is used.
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 16:3
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(2 Samuel) Doing Things God's Way by David Guzik | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of Uzzah and the Ark of the Covenant. Uzzah reaches out to steady the Ark when it hits a rock, but God strikes him down for his erro |
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Don't Slander Your Heavenly Father by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on his lifelong commitment to serving God since the age of 8. He emphasizes that God's promises have never failed him and encourages the congr |
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Guarding the Sheep by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker identifies himself as a watchman called by God to warn the Church of Jesus Christ. He expresses his concern about the prosperity gospel and the false te |
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(God Can Solve Every Problem - 3) Lame Man Healed by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of knowing and studying God's word. He explains that the word of God is like food for our spirit and that it is necessary for |
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Whatever Happened to Joy by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the various forms of sadness and tragedy that people experience in life, such as illness, death, and uncertainty. However, the speaker emphasi |
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Live Expressed by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of understanding and demonstrating true love, as exemplified by Jesus in his interaction with the rich young ruler in Mark chap |
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The Danger of Doubting by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the doubts and fears that can arise in times of trouble. He encourages the audience to trust in God's purposes and not to doubt His faithfulne |