1 Chronicles 23:15
1 Chronicles 23:15 in Multiple Translations
The sons of Moses: Gershom and Eliezer.
The sons of Moses were, Gershom, and Eliezer.
The sons of Moses: Gershom and Eliezer.
The sons of Moses: Gershom and Eliezer.
The sons of Moses: Gershom and Eliezer.
The sonnes of Moses were Gershom, and Eliezer,
Sons of Moses: Gershom and Eliezer.
The sons of Moses: Gershom and Eliezer.
The sons of Moses were , Gershom, and Eliezer.
The sons of Moses were Gersom and Eliezer:
The sons of Moses were Gershom and Eliezer.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 23:15
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1 Chronicles 23:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּנֵ֣י
מֹשֶׁ֔ה
גֵּרְשֹׁ֖ם
וֶ/אֱלִיעֶֽזֶר
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
מֹשֶׁ֔ה
Môsheh
H4872
Moses
N-proper
גֵּרְשֹׁ֖ם
Gêrᵉshôm
H1647
Gershom
N-proper
וֶ/אֱלִיעֶֽזֶר
ʼĔlîyʻezer
H461
Eliezer
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 23:15
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
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.
מֹשֶׁ֔ה
Môsheh
H4872
"Moses"
N-proper
Moses, the Israelite leader, was born to Amram and Jochebed and led the Exodus from Egypt. He received the law from God and is considered a key figure in the Bible. Moses means 'drawn' in Hebrew.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.2.10; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Aaron (H0175) and Miriam (H4813); married to Zipporah (H6855); father of: Gershom (H1647) and Eliezer (H0461H); also called Manasseh at Jdg.18.30(?) § Moses = "drawn" the prophet and lawgiver, leader of the exodus
Usage: Occurs in 704 OT verses. KJV: Moses. See also: Exodus 2:10; Exodus 13:1; Exodus 32:21.
גֵּרְשֹׁ֖ם
Gêrᵉshôm
H1647
"Gershom"
N-proper
Gershom was the name of several Israelites, including the son of Moses and Zipporah, who played important roles in the Bible. The name means 'foreigner' and is mentioned in books like Exodus and Ezra.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.8.2 § Gershom = "foreigner" 1) firstborn son of Moses and Zipporah 2) firstborn son of Levi 3) a son of the priestly family of Phinehas who returned from exile with Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: Gershom. See also: Exodus 2:22; 1 Chronicles 6:47; Ezra 8:2.
וֶ/אֱלִיעֶֽזֶר
ʼĔlîyʻezer
H461
"Eliezer"
Conj | N-proper
Eliezer means God is help, the name of Abraham's servant and several Israelites, including a prophet and a priest. It appears in Ezra 10:31 and other biblical accounts. Eliezer played significant roles in Israel's history.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.31 § Eliezer = "God is help" 1) Abraham's Damascene servant 2) a son of Moses 3) a Benjamite 4) a priest who helped move the ark 5) a Reubenite 6) a prophet who spoke to Jehoshaphat 7) a Levite chief 8) son of Harim 9) priest with foreign wife
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: Eliezer. See also: Genesis 15:2; 1 Chronicles 26:25; Ezra 10:31.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 23:15
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Context — The Kohathites
13The sons of Amram: Aaron and Moses. Aaron and his descendants were set apart forever to consecrate the most holy things, to burn incense before the LORD, to minister before Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name forever.
14As for Moses the man of God, his sons were named among the tribe of Levi.
15The sons of Moses: Gershom and Eliezer.
16The descendants of Gershom: Shebuel was the first. 17The descendants of Eliezer: Rehabiah was the first. Eliezer did not have any other sons, but the sons of Rehabiah were very numerous.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 18:3–4 | along with her two sons. One son was named Gershom, for Moses had said, “I have been a foreigner in a foreign land.” The other son was named Eliezer, for Moses had said, “The God of my father was my helper and delivered me from the sword of Pharaoh.” |
| 2 | Exodus 2:22 | And she gave birth to a son, and Moses named him Gershom, saying, “I have become a foreigner in a foreign land.” |
| 3 | Exodus 4:20 | So Moses took his wife and sons, put them on a donkey, and headed back to Egypt. And he took the staff of God in his hand. |
1 Chronicles 23:15 Summary
The verse 1 Chronicles 23:15 tells us about the sons of Moses, who were Gershom and Eliezer. This is important because Moses was a key leader in the Bible, and his family was part of the tribe of Levi, which played a significant role in worship and service, as seen in Numbers 3:1-10 and Deuteronomy 33:8-11. Just like Moses' sons were included in the tribe of Levi, we are all part of God's family and have a role to play in His story, as described in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 and Ephesians 2:19-22. We can trust God to be faithful to us, just as He was faithful to Moses and his descendants, as promised in Psalms 100:5 and Lamentations 3:22-23.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were the sons of Moses mentioned in 1 Chronicles 23:15?
The sons of Moses mentioned in this verse are Gershom and Eliezer, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 23:15 of the Berean Standard Bible, which aligns with the account in Exodus 2:22 and 18:4, where Gershom is first introduced and Eliezer is mentioned in Exodus 18:4.
Why are the descendants of Moses' sons significant in the biblical account?
The descendants of Moses' sons are significant because they were part of the tribe of Levi, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 23:14, and played a role in the priestly and Levitical service, as seen in the broader context of Numbers 3:1-10 and Deuteronomy 33:8-11.
How does the mention of Moses' sons in 1 Chronicles 23:15 relate to the larger biblical narrative?
The mention of Moses' sons in 1 Chronicles 23:15 connects to the larger story of the Israelites and the establishment of the priesthood and Levites, as outlined in Exodus 2:1-10, Numbers 3:1-10, and Deuteronomy 33:8-11, highlighting God's plan for the leadership and worship of His people.
What can we learn from the brief mention of Moses' sons in this verse?
This verse teaches us about the importance of family and legacy in the biblical account, as seen in the genealogies throughout 1 Chronicles, and reminds us of God's faithfulness to His people across generations, as promised in Genesis 17:1-14 and reiterated in Psalms 100:5.
Reflection Questions
- How does the example of Moses and his sons encourage me to prioritize my own family's spiritual legacy, as seen in the command to teach our children in Deuteronomy 6:4-9?
- What can I learn from the way Moses' sons are included in the tribe of Levi, and how does this relate to my own role in the body of Christ, as described in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31?
- In what ways can I trust God to be faithful to my own family, just as He was faithful to the descendants of Moses, as promised in Psalms 100:5 and Lamentations 3:22-23?
- How does the brief mention of Gershom and Eliezer challenge me to consider the importance of each individual in God's larger story, as seen in the diverse stories of individuals throughout the Bible, such as in Genesis 1:1, Exodus 2:1-10, and Matthew 1:1-17?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 23:15
The sons of Moses were Gershom and Eliezer. See Exodus 18:3.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 23:15
The sons of Moses were, Gershom, and Eliezer. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 23:15
(15) The sons of Moses.—See Exodus 2:22 for “Gershom,” Exodus 18:3-4 for both. Gershom means “expulsion” (comp Genesis 3:24), and is a variant form of Gcrshon. What is said in Exodus 2:22 is an allusive play on the name, not a derivation of it. “Eliezer,” God is help, a distinct name from “Eleazar” (1 Chronicles 23:22), God hath helped, or, is a helper.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 23:15
15. Gershom and Eliezer] Cp. Exodus 18:3-4.
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 23:15
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(1 Peter - Part 21): As Strangers & Pilgrims, Abstain From Fleshly Lusts by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that as Christians, we are pilgrims journeying home and our only real enemies are within us. God has changed the external world and protecte |
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Homily 17 on the Acts of the Apostles by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches about the life of Moses, highlighting how God raised him up as a ruler and deliverer despite the rejection and disobedience of the Israelites. He emphasize |