1 Chronicles 23:19
1 Chronicles 23:19 in Multiple Translations
The sons of Hebron: Jeriah was the first, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, and Jekameam the fourth.
Of the sons of Hebron; Jeriah the first, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, and Jekameam the fourth.
The sons of Hebron: Jeriah the chief, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, and Jekameam the fourth.
The sons of Hebron: Jeriah the first, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, and Jekameam the fourth.
The sons of Hebron: Jeriah (chief), Amariah (second), Jahaziel (third), and Jekameam (fourth).
The sonnes of Hebron were Ieriah the first, Amariah the second, Iahaziel the third, and Iekamiam the fourth.
Sons of Hebron: Jeriah the head, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, and Jekameam the fourth.
The sons of Hebron: Jeriah the chief, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, and Jekameam the fourth.
Of the sons of Hebron; Jeriah the first, Amariah the second, Jehaziel the third, and Jekameam the fourth.
The sons of Hebron: Jeriau the first, Amarias the second, Jahaziel the third, Jecmaam the fourth.
Hebron had four sons. Jeriah was his oldest son, and his younger brothers were Amariah, Jahaziel, and Jekameam.
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1 Chronicles 23:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּנֵ֖י
חֶבְר֑וֹן
יְרִיָּ֤הוּ
הָ/רֹאשׁ֙
אֲמַרְיָ֣ה
הַ/שֵּׁנִ֔י
יַחֲזִיאֵל֙
הַ/שְּׁלִישִׁ֔י
וִֽ/יקַמְעָ֖ם
הָ/רְבִיעִֽי
בְּנֵ֖י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
חֶבְר֑וֹן
Chebrôwn
H2275
Hebron (Valley)
N-proper
יְרִיָּ֤הוּ
Yᵉrîyâh
H3404
Jerijah
N-proper
הָ/רֹאשׁ֙
rôʼsh
H7218
head
Art | N-ms
אֲמַרְיָ֣ה
ʼĂmaryâh
H568
Amariah
N-proper
הַ/שֵּׁנִ֔י
shênîy
H8145
second
Art | Adj
יַחֲזִיאֵל֙
Yachăzîyʼêl
H3166
Jahaziel
N-proper
הַ/שְּׁלִישִׁ֔י
shᵉlîyshîy
H7992
third
Art | Adj
וִֽ/יקַמְעָ֖ם
Yᵉqamʻâm
H3360
Jekameam
Conj | N-proper
הָ/רְבִיעִֽי
rᵉbîyʻîy
H7243
fourth
Art | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 23:19
בְּנֵ֖י
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.
חֶבְר֑וֹן
Chebrôwn
H2275
"Hebron (Valley)"
N-proper
Hebron is a place in Palestine and also the name of two Israelites, one a descendant of Levi and the other of Caleb. It is first mentioned in the book of Genesis and is also referenced in 1 Chronicles.
Definition: Hebron = "association" Combined with e.meq (עֵ֫מֶק " Valley" H6010K)
Usage: Occurs in 66 OT verses. KJV: Hebron. See also: Genesis 13:18; 2 Samuel 3:19; 2 Chronicles 11:10.
יְרִיָּ֤הוּ
Yᵉrîyâh
H3404
"Jerijah"
N-proper
Jerijah was an Israelite and a Kohathite Levite who lived during the Divided Monarchy. He was a chief of the house of Hebron and his name means 'taught by Jehovah', as seen in 1 Chronicles 26:31.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.26.31 § Jerijah or Jeriah = " taught by Jehovah" a Kohathite Levite and chief of the house of Hebron when David organised the service
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Jeriah, Jerijah. See also: 1 Chronicles 23:19; 1 Chronicles 24:23; 1 Chronicles 26:31.
הָ/רֹאשׁ֙
rôʼsh
H7218
"head"
Art | N-ms
This Hebrew word means chief or prince, and is used to describe leaders in the Bible, such as in the book of 1 Samuel. It signifies a position of authority and importance.
Definition: : head 1) head, top, summit, upper part, chief, total, sum, height, front, beginning 1a) head (of man, animals) 1b) top, tip (of mountain) 1c) height (of stars) 1d) chief, head (of man, city, nation, place, family, priest) 1e) head, front, beginning 1f) chief, choicest, best 1g) head, division, company, band 1h) sum
Usage: Occurs in 547 OT verses. KJV: band, beginning, captain, chapiter, chief(-est place, man, things), company, end, [idiom] every (man), excellent, first, forefront, (be-)head, height, (on) high(-est part, (priest)), [idiom] lead, [idiom] poor, principal, ruler, sum, top. See also: Genesis 2:10; Numbers 17:18; 2 Samuel 4:7.
אֲמַרְיָ֣ה
ʼĂmaryâh
H568
"Amariah"
N-proper
Amariah was the name of several Israelites, including a head priest's son and a chief priest under King Jehoshaphat. His name means Jehovah speaks or Yah has promised.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Zep.1.1; son of: Hezekiah (H2396K); father of: Gedaliah (H1436H) § Amariah = "Jehovah speaks" or "Yah(u) has promised" 1) Zadok's grandfather 2) a head priest's son in Solomon's time 3) a chief priest under Jehoshaphat 4) Hezekiah's son, great-grandfather of Zephaniah 5) a Levite in Ezra's time 6) a Levite under Hezekiah 7) a priest in Nehemiah's time
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: Amariah. See also: 1 Chronicles 5:33; Ezra 7:3; Zephaniah 1:1.
הַ/שֵּׁנִ֔י
shênîy
H8145
"second"
Art | Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means second or again, like when Moses went up Mount Sinai a second time in Exodus 24:15-18. It can also mean another or something distinct.
Definition: 1) second 1a) second (the ordinal number) 1b) again (a second time) 1c) another, other (something as distinct from something else)
Usage: Occurs in 152 OT verses. KJV: again, either (of them), (an-) other, second (time). See also: Genesis 1:8; 1 Kings 6:1; Isaiah 11:11.
יַחֲזִיאֵל֙
Yachăzîyʼêl
H3166
"Jahaziel"
N-proper
Jahaziel means beheld of God, the name of five Israelites, including a Benjamite warrior and a priest in the reign of David. He is mentioned in Ezra 8:5 and 2 Chronicles 20:14.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.8.5 § Jahaziel = "beheld of God" 1) a Benjamite warrior who joined David at Ziklag 2) a priest in the reign of David who helped move the ark 3) a Kohathite Levite, 3rd son of Hebron 4) a Levite, son of Zechariah, of the sons of Asaph, in the reign of Jehoshaphat 5) an ancestor of one of the families who returned from exile with Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Jahaziel, Jahziel. See also: 1 Chronicles 12:5; 1 Chronicles 24:23; Ezra 8:5.
הַ/שְּׁלִישִׁ֔י
shᵉlîyshîy
H7992
"third"
Art | Adj
This Hebrew word means third in a sequence, like a third day or year. It is used in the Bible to describe time, rank, or quantity, such as the third day of creation in Genesis.
Definition: 1) third, one third, third part, third time 1a) ordinal number
Usage: Occurs in 94 OT verses. KJV: third (part, rank, time), three (years old). See also: Genesis 1:13; 1 Kings 22:2; Isaiah 15:5.
וִֽ/יקַמְעָ֖ם
Yᵉqamʻâm
H3360
"Jekameam"
Conj | N-proper
Jekameam was a Levite, the son of Hebron, and is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 23:19. His name means let the people rise.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at 1Ch.23.19; son of: Hebron (H2275B); brother of: Jeriah (H3404), Amariah (H0568I) and Jahaziel (H3166I) § Jekameam = "let the people rise" a Levite, the 4th son of Hebron and grandson of Kohath in the time of David
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Jekameam. Compare H3079 (יְהוֹיָקִים), H3361 (יׇקְמְעָם). See also: 1 Chronicles 23:19; 1 Chronicles 24:23.
הָ/רְבִיעִֽי
rᵉbîyʻîy
H7243
"fourth"
Art | Adj
This Hebrew word means fourth, and is used to describe something that is four-sided or divided into four parts, like a square or a quarter.
Definition: 1) fourth 1a) fourth 1b) four square 1c) fourth part Aramaic equivalent: re.vi.ay (רְבִיעִי "fourth" H7244)
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: foursquare, fourth (part). See also: Genesis 1:19; 1 Chronicles 8:2; Jeremiah 25:1.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 23:19
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Context — The Kohathites
17The descendants of Eliezer: Rehabiah was the first. Eliezer did not have any other sons, but the sons of Rehabiah were very numerous.
18The sons of Izhar: Shelomith was the first.
19The sons of Hebron: Jeriah was the first, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, and Jekameam the fourth.
20The sons of Uzziel: Micah was the first and Isshiah the second. 21The sons of Merari: Mahli and Mushi. The sons of Mahli: Eleazar and Kish.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 24:23 | From the sons of Hebron: Jeriah was the first, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, and Jekameam the fourth. |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 15:9 | from the Hebronites, Eliel the chief and 80 of his relatives; |
| 3 | 1 Chronicles 23:12 | The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel—four in all. |
1 Chronicles 23:19 Summary
[This verse lists the sons of Hebron, who was a descendant of Levi, and it shows us that God is concerned with the details of our lives and our families. Just like the Israelites, we can learn from our heritage and pass it down to future generations, as seen in Deuteronomy 6:6-7. The order of the sons may indicate their birth order or importance, but it also reminds us that God values each person and their unique role in His plan, as seen in Psalm 139:13-16. By studying this verse, we can appreciate the beauty of God's attention to detail and His love for His people.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the Bible provide such detailed genealogies?
The Bible provides these genealogies to show God's faithfulness to His people and to highlight the importance of family and heritage, as seen in 1 Chronicles 5:1 and Psalm 127:3-5.
What can we learn from the sons of Hebron?
We can learn about the value of family and the importance of recording our history, just like the Israelites did, as mentioned in Deuteronomy 6:6-7 and Psalm 78:1-8.
How does this verse relate to the larger story of the Bible?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of the Israelites and their history, which ultimately points to God's plan of salvation through Jesus Christ, as seen in Luke 3:23-38 and Romans 11:1-36.
What is the significance of the order of the sons of Hebron?
The order may indicate the birth order or the importance of each son, but it also shows that God is concerned with the details of our lives, just as He was with the details of the Israelites' lives, as seen in Matthew 10:29-31.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of family and heritage in my own life?
- How can I apply the value of recording our history to my own life and faith journey?
- What does the detailed genealogy of the sons of Hebron reveal about God's character and faithfulness?
- How can I use this verse to reflect on my own place within the larger story of God's people?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 23:19
Ver. 19-21. Of the sons of Hebron,.... A third son of Kohath, 1 Chronicles 23:12, Jeriah the first, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, and Jekameam the fourth: of the sons of Uzziel; another son
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 23:19
The sons of Moses were, Gershom, and Eliezer. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 23:19
(19) The sons of Hebron.—“Of” is wanting in the Hebrew here, as well as in 1 Chronicles 23:16; 1 Chronicles 23:18; 1 Chronicles 23:20. The sons of Hebron comprised four houses, clans, or classes. Their names recur in 1 Chronicles 24:23.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 23:19
19. Of the sons of Hebron] R.V. The sons of Hebron. Cp. 1 Chronicles 24:23.