1 Chronicles 18:15
1 Chronicles 18:15 in Multiple Translations
Joab son of Zeruiah was over the army; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder;
And Joab the son of Zeruiah was over the host; and Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud, recorder.
And Joab the son of Zeruiah was over the host; and Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud was recorder;
And Joab, the son of Zeruiah, was chief of the army; and Jehoshaphat, son of Ahilud, was keeper of the records.
Joab, son of Zeruiah, was the army commander, while Jehoshaphat, son of Ahilud, kept the official records.
And Ioab the sonne of Zeruiah was ouer the hoste, and Iehoshaphat the sonne of Ahilud recorder,
and Joab son of Zeruiah [is] over the host, and Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud [is] remembrancer,
Joab the son of Zeruiah was over the army; Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud was recorder;
And Joab the son of Zeruiah was over the host; and Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud, recorder;
And Joab the son of Sarvia was over the army, and Josaphat the son of Ahilud recorder.
Zeruiah’s son Joab was the chief army commander. Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud was the record-keeper.
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1 Chronicles 18:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/יוֹאָ֥ב
בֶּן
צְרוּיָ֖ה
עַל
הַ/צָּבָ֑א
וִ/יהוֹשָׁפָ֥ט
בֶּן
אֲחִיל֖וּד
מַזְכִּֽיר
וְ/יוֹאָ֥ב
Yôwʼâb
H3097
Joab
Conj | N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
צְרוּיָ֖ה
Tsᵉrûwyâh
H6870
Zeruiah
N-proper
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
הַ/צָּבָ֑א
tsâbâʼ
H6635
army
Art | N-cs
וִ/יהוֹשָׁפָ֥ט
Yᵉhôwshâphâṭ
H3092
Jehoshaphat
Conj | N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
אֲחִיל֖וּד
ʼĂchîylûwd
H286
Ahilud
N-proper
מַזְכִּֽיר
zâkar
H2142
to remember
V-Hiphil
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 18:15
וְ/יוֹאָ֥ב
Yôwʼâb
H3097
"Joab"
Conj | N-proper
Joab was a prominent Israelite, his name means Jehovah is father. He was King David's nephew and army general, playing a key role in the Bible, including in the books of Samuel and Kings.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.8.9 § Joab = "Jehovah is father" 1) son of David's sister Zeruiah and general of David's army 2) a Judaite descendant of Kenaz 3) a post exilic family
Usage: Occurs in 124 OT verses. KJV: Joab. See also: 1 Samuel 26:6; 2 Samuel 19:2; Psalms 60:2.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
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.
צְרוּיָ֖ה
Tsᵉrûwyâh
H6870
"Zeruiah"
N-proper
Zeruiah was an Israelite woman, sister of David, and mother of three leading heroes in his army. Her name means balsam and she is first mentioned in 1 Samuel 26:6. Zeruiah was the daughter of Jesse and Nahash.
Definition: A woman living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.26.6; daughter of: Jesse (H3448) and Nahash (H5176I); sister of: David (H1732), Eliab (H0446I), Abinadab (H0041I), Nethanel (H5417H), Raddai (H7288), Ozem (H0684), Abigail (H0026H)(?) and Elihu (H0453J), Shimeah (H8093) § Zeruiah = "balsam" sister of David and mother of the 3 leading heroes of David's army-Abishai, Joab, and Asahel
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: Zeruiah. See also: 1 Samuel 26:6; 2 Samuel 21:17; 1 Chronicles 27:24.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
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/צָּבָ֑א
tsâbâʼ
H6635
"army"
Art | 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.
וִ/יהוֹשָׁפָ֥ט
Yᵉhôwshâphâṭ
H3092
"Jehoshaphat"
Conj | N-proper
Jehoshaphat was a king of Judah who ruled for 25 years and was known for his piety and prosperity. His name means Jehovah has judged, and he is mentioned in 2 Kings 9:2 as the son of King Asa. He was one of the best kings of Judah in the Bible.
Definition: A man of the Kingdom of Israel, living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.9.2; son of: Nimshi (H5250); father of: Jehu (H3058H) § Jehoshaphat = "Jehovah has judged" 1) son of king Asa and himself king of Judah for 25 years; one of the best, most pious, and prosperous kings of Judah 2) son of Nimshi and father of king Jehu of the northern kingdom of Israel 3) son of Ahilud and chronicler under David and Solomon 4) son of Paruah and one of the 12 commissary officers under Solomon 5) a priest and trumpeter in the time of David 6) symbolical name of a valley near Jerusalem which is the place of ultimate judgment; maybe the deep ravine which separates Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives through which the Kidron flowed
Usage: Occurs in 75 OT verses. KJV: Jehoshaphat. Compare H3146 (יוֹשָׁפָט). See also: 2 Samuel 8:16; 2 Chronicles 17:5; Joel 4:12.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
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.
אֲחִיל֖וּד
ʼĂchîylûwd
H286
"Ahilud"
N-proper
Ahilud was an Israelite living during King David's time, and his sons included Jehoshaphat, a recorder, and Baana, an officer of Solomon. His name means child's brother. Ahilud is mentioned in 2 Samuel 8:16.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.8.16; father of: Jehoshaphat (H3092), Baana (H1195) § Ahilud = "child's brother" 1) father of Jehoshaphat, David's recorder 2) father of Baana, an officer of Solomon
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Ahilud. See also: 2 Samuel 8:16; 1 Kings 4:3; 1 Chronicles 18:15.
מַזְכִּֽיר
zâkar
H2142
"to remember"
V-Hiphil
To remember means to recall or mark something, like God remembering his covenant with Abraham in Genesis 9:1 and Exodus 2:24.
Definition: 1) to remember, recall, call to mind 1a) (Qal) to remember, recall 1b) (Niphal) to be brought to remembrance, be remembered, be thought of, be brought to mind 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to remember, remind 1c2) to cause to be remembered, keep in remembrance 1c3) to mention 1c4) to record 1c5) to make a memorial, make remembrance
Usage: Occurs in 223 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] burn (incense), [idiom] earnestly, be male, (make) mention (of), be mindful, recount, record(-er), remember, make to be remembered, bring (call, come, keep, put) to (in) remembrance, [idiom] still, think on, [idiom] well. See also: Genesis 8:1; Psalms 74:2; Psalms 8:5.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 18:15
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- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 18:15
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- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 18:15
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 18:15
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 18:15
Context — David’s Officers
13He placed garrisons in Edom, and all the Edomites were subject to David. So the LORD made David victorious wherever he went.
14Thus David reigned over all Israel and administered justice and righteousness for all his people:
15Joab son of Zeruiah was over the army; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder;
16Zadok son of Ahitub and Ahimelech son of Abiathar were priests; Shavsha was the scribe; 17Benaiah son of Jehoiada was over the Cherethites and Pelethites; and David’s sons were chief officials at the king’s side.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 11:6 | Now David had said, “Whoever is the first to strike down a Jebusite will become chief commander.” And Joab son of Zeruiah went up first, and he became the chief. |
| 2 | 1 Kings 4:3 | Elihoreph and Ahijah, the sons of Shisha, were secretaries; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; |
| 3 | 2 Samuel 8:16 | Joab son of Zeruiah was over the army; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; |
1 Chronicles 18:15 Summary
This verse tells us about some of the important leaders in King David's administration, including Joab, the commander of the army, and Jehoshaphat, the royal historian. It shows us how David organized his kingdom and entrusted different responsibilities to various leaders, much like the advice given to Moses in Exodus 18:13-27. We can learn from David's example by understanding the value of teamwork, leadership, and record-keeping, and by seeking to follow God's plan for our lives, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11. By doing so, we can trust that God will guide and bless our efforts, just as He did for King David.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Joab's role in King David's administration?
Joab was the commander of the army, as stated in 1 Chronicles 18:15, and he played a crucial role in David's military campaigns, similar to his role in 2 Samuel 8:16.
Who was Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud and what was his position?
Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder, or the royal historian, responsible for keeping records of the king's reign and important events, as seen in 1 Chronicles 18:15 and also in 2 Samuel 8:17.
What can we learn from the way King David organized his administration?
We can learn the importance of delegation and having trustworthy leaders in place, as seen in 1 Chronicles 18:15-17, where David appoints various officials to oversee different aspects of his kingdom, much like the principles found in Exodus 18:13-27.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of 1 Chronicles?
This verse highlights King David's leadership and organization, which is a key theme in 1 Chronicles, showing how God blessed David's efforts and established his kingdom, as promised in 2 Samuel 7:12-13 and fulfilled in 1 Chronicles 17:1-15.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse teach us about the importance of leadership and organization in our own lives and communities?
- How can we apply the principles of delegation and trust, as seen in King David's administration, to our own relationships and responsibilities?
- What role do you think record-keeping and history play in our understanding of God's plan and purpose, as seen in the role of Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud?
- In what ways can we, like King David, seek to administer justice and righteousness in our own spheres of influence, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 18:14?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 18:15
See Gill "1 Chronicles 18:1".
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 18:15
So David reigned over all Israel, and executed judgment and justice among all his people. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 18:15
(15) Recorder.—Literally, Remembrancer. LXX and Vulg. render the word “over, or writer of, memoranda.” Syriac and Arabic of Samuel have “leader,” “director;” here they render literally. (Comp. 2 Samuel 8:16; 2 Kings 18:18; 2 Chronicles 34:8.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 18:15
Verse 15. Joab - was over the host] General-in-chief. Jehoshaphat - recorder.] The king's remembrancer, or historiographer royal.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 18:15
15. recorder] R.V. marg., chronicler; LXX., ὑπομνηματογράφος.