1 Chronicles 24:15
1 Chronicles 24:15 in Multiple Translations
the seventeenth to Hezir, the eighteenth to Happizzez,
The seventeenth to Hezir, the eighteenth to Aphses,
the seventeenth to Hezir, the eighteenth to Happizzez,
The seventeenth Hezir, the eighteenth Happizzez,
The seventeenth to Hezir. The eighteenth to Happizzez.
The seuententh to Hezir, the eightenth to Happizzer,
for Hezir the seventeenth, for Aphses the eighteenth,
the seventeenth to Hezir, the eighteenth to Happizzez,
The seventeenth to Hezer, the eighteenth to Aphses,
The seventeenth to Hezir, the eighteenth to Aphses,
Next, Hezir was selected. Next, Happizzez was selected.
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1 Chronicles 24:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לְ/חֵזִיר֙
שִׁבְעָ֣ה
עָשָׂ֔ר
לְ/הַ/פִּצֵּ֖ץ
שְׁמוֹנָ֥ה
עָשָֽׂר
לְ/חֵזִיר֙
Chêzîyr
H2387
Hezir
Prep | N-proper
שִׁבְעָ֣ה
shebaʻ
H7651
seven
Adj
עָשָׂ֔ר
ʻâsâr
H6240
ten
Adj
לְ/הַ/פִּצֵּ֖ץ
Pitstsêts
H6483
Happizzez
Prep | Art | N-proper
שְׁמוֹנָ֥ה
shᵉmôneh
H8083
eight
Adj
עָשָֽׂר
ʻâsâr
H6240
ten
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 24:15
לְ/חֵזִיר֙
Chêzîyr
H2387
"Hezir"
Prep | N-proper
Hezir means swine, naming two Israelites, one a priest in David's time and another who sealed a covenant with Nehemiah in Nehemiah 10:20.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.10.20 § Hezir = "swine" 1) a priest in the time of David, leader of the 17th monthly course 2) one of the heads of the people who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Hezir. See also: 1 Chronicles 24:15; Nehemiah 10:21.
שִׁבְעָ֣ה
shebaʻ
H7651
"seven"
Adj
This word means the number seven, which was considered a special or sacred number. It can also mean seven times or a week, and is used in the Bible to describe completeness or perfection. The KJV translates it as seven or sevenfold.
Definition: 1) seven (cardinal number) 1a) as ordinal number 1b) in combination-17, 700 etc Aramaic equivalent: shiv.ah (שִׁבְעָה "seven" H7655)
Usage: Occurs in 344 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] by) seven(-fold),-s, (-teen, -teenth), -th, times). Compare H7658 (שִׁבְעָנָה). See also: Genesis 4:24; Leviticus 23:15; 2 Samuel 21:6.
עָשָׂ֔ר
ʻâsâr
H6240
"ten"
Adj
In Hebrew, this word means ten, and is used to form numbers like eleven or thirteen, as seen in Genesis 31:41. It is always used in combination with other numbers.
Definition: 1) ten, -teen (in combination with other numbers) 1a) used only in combination to make the numbers 11-19
Usage: Occurs in 292 OT verses. KJV: (eigh-, fif-, four-, nine-, seven-, six-, thir-) teen(-th), [phrase] eleven(-th), [phrase] sixscore thousand, [phrase] twelve(-th). See also: Genesis 5:8; Joshua 21:7; 1 Chronicles 25:27.
לְ/הַ/פִּצֵּ֖ץ
Pitstsêts
H6483
"Happizzez"
Prep | Art | N-proper
Pitstsets was a priest in the time of King David, serving as chief of the 18th course in the temple service. His name is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 24:15. The name is derived from a word meaning to break.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.24.15 § Aphses = "to break" a priest, chief of the 18th course in the service of the temple in the time of David
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Apses (including the article). See also: 1 Chronicles 24:15.
שְׁמוֹנָ֥ה
shᵉmôneh
H8083
"eight"
Adj
The Hebrew word for the number eight, which was considered a special number in biblical times. It is used to describe quantities, such as eight days or eight years, and also appears in ordinal forms, like eighth or eighth day.
Definition: 1) eight, eighth 1a) eight (as cardinal number) 1b) eighth (as ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers
Usage: Occurs in 105 OT verses. KJV: eight(-een, -eenth), eighth. See also: Genesis 5:4; 1 Chronicles 16:38; Jeremiah 32:1.
עָשָֽׂר
ʻâsâr
H6240
"ten"
Adj
In Hebrew, this word means ten, and is used to form numbers like eleven or thirteen, as seen in Genesis 31:41. It is always used in combination with other numbers.
Definition: 1) ten, -teen (in combination with other numbers) 1a) used only in combination to make the numbers 11-19
Usage: Occurs in 292 OT verses. KJV: (eigh-, fif-, four-, nine-, seven-, six-, thir-) teen(-th), [phrase] eleven(-th), [phrase] sixscore thousand, [phrase] twelve(-th). See also: Genesis 5:8; Joshua 21:7; 1 Chronicles 25:27.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 24:15
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Context — Twenty-Four Divisions of Priests
13the thirteenth to Huppah, the fourteenth to Jeshebeab,
14the fifteenth to Bilgah, the sixteenth to Immer,
15the seventeenth to Hezir, the eighteenth to Happizzez,
16the nineteenth to Pethahiah, the twentieth to Jehezkel, 17the twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul,1 Chronicles 24:15 Summary
This verse is talking about the way the priests were divided to serve in the temple. The names Hezir and Happizzez are the heads of the seventeenth and eighteenth divisions of priests. This shows us that God is a God of order and organization, as seen in 1 Corinthians 14:33. Just like the priests had specific roles to play, we as believers also have specific roles to play in the body of Christ, and we should strive to serve God and others with unity and order, just like the priests in 1 Chronicles 24:15, and as seen in Ephesians 4:11-16.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the names Hezir and Happizzez in 1 Chronicles 24:15?
The names Hezir and Happizzez are likely the names of the heads of the priestly divisions, as seen in 1 Chronicles 24:15, and they are part of the larger list of priests who were divided by King David, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 24:1-19, to serve in the temple, similar to the way the Levites were divided in Numbers 3:6-10.
How does this verse relate to the larger context of the Bible?
This verse is part of the historical account of the organization of the priestly divisions in the Old Testament, which ultimately points to the coming Messiah, Jesus Christ, who is our High Priest, as seen in Hebrews 4:14-16, and who has made us all priests unto God, according to 1 Peter 2:9-10.
What can we learn from the way the priests were divided in this verse?
The division of the priests in 1 Chronicles 24:15 teaches us about the importance of organization, order, and unity in the body of Christ, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31, and how each member has a specific role to play in the service of God, similar to the way the priests served in the temple.
How does this verse apply to our lives today?
This verse reminds us that, as believers, we are all part of the royal priesthood, according to 1 Peter 2:9-10, and we should strive to serve God and others with unity, order, and organization, just like the priests in 1 Chronicles 24:15, and to use our gifts and talents to build up the body of Christ, as seen in Ephesians 4:11-16.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse teach us about the importance of unity and organization in the body of Christ?
- How does the division of the priests in this verse relate to the way we serve God and others today?
- What can we learn from the names Hezir and Happizzez, and how can we apply those lessons to our own lives?
- How does this verse point to the coming Messiah, Jesus Christ, and what does that mean for us today?
- What role do you play in the body of Christ, and how can you use your gifts and talents to serve God and others?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 24:15
[See comments on 2 Chronicles 24:7]
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 24:15
(15) Hezir.—Hog. (See Nehemiah 10:21.) The Syriac and Arabic read “Ahaziah;” but Vulg. and LXX. prove “Hezir.” Aphses.—Heb., ha-piηηκη (the scatterer): here only. LXX. Αφεσση; Vulg., “Aphses;” Syriac and Arabic, “Phasin.”
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 24:15
15. Aphses] R.V. Happizzez.