1 Chronicles 24:16
1 Chronicles 24:16 in Multiple Translations
the nineteenth to Pethahiah, the twentieth to Jehezkel,
The nineteenth to Pethahiah, the twentieth to Jehezekel,
the nineteenth to Pethahiah, the twentieth to Jehezkel,
The nineteenth Pethahiah, the twentieth Jehezkel,
The nineteenth to Pethahiah. The twentieth to Jehezkel.
The ninetenth to Pethahiah, the twentieth to Iehezekel,
for Pethahiah the nineteenth, for Jehezekel the twentieth,
the nineteenth to Pethahiah, the twentieth to Jehezkel,
The nineteenth to Pethahiah, the twentieth to Jehezekel,
The nineteenth to Pheteia, the twentieth to Hezechiel,
Next, Pethahiah was selected. Next, Jehezkel was selected.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 24:16
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1 Chronicles 24:16 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לִֽ/פְתַחְיָה֙
תִּשְׁעָ֣ה
עָשָׂ֔ר
לִֽ/יחֶזְקֵ֖אל
הָ/עֶשְׂרִֽים
לִֽ/פְתַחְיָה֙
Pᵉthachyâh
H6611
Pethahiah
Prep | N-proper
תִּשְׁעָ֣ה
têshaʻ
H8672
nine
Adj
עָשָׂ֔ר
ʻâsâr
H6240
ten
Adj
לִֽ/יחֶזְקֵ֖אל
Yᵉchezqêʼl
H3168
Ezekiel
Prep | N-proper
הָ/עֶשְׂרִֽים
ʻesrîym
H6242
twenty
Art | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 24:16
לִֽ/פְתַחְיָה֙
Pᵉthachyâh
H6611
"Pethahiah"
Prep | N-proper
Pethahiah was a common name in ancient Israel, meaning 'freed by Jehovah', and was borne by several notable individuals, including a priest and a Levite who helped lead the people in confession during the time of Ezra.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.11.24; son of: Meshezabel (H4898I) § Pethahiah = "freed by Jehovah" 1) a priest, in charge of the 19th course, in the time of David 2) a Levite and returning exile who had married a foreign wife; probably the same as 3 3) a Levite who helped lead in the confession of the people in the time of Ezra; probably the same as 2 4) son of Meshezabeel, descendant of Zerah the son of Judah; deputy of the king in all matters concerning the people
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Pethakiah. See also: 1 Chronicles 24:16; Nehemiah 9:5; Nehemiah 11:24.
תִּשְׁעָ֣ה
têshaʻ
H8672
"nine"
Adj
This Hebrew word means the number nine, used for counting or describing quantities. It can also mean ninth when describing order or sequence.
Definition: 1) nine, nonad 1a) nine (as cardinal number) 1b) ninth (as ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: nine ([phrase] -teen, [phrase] -teenth, -th). See also: Genesis 5:5; Judges 4:13; Jeremiah 39:2.
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.
לִֽ/יחֶזְקֵ֖אל
Yᵉchezqêʼl
H3168
"Ezekiel"
Prep | N-proper
Ezekiel means God strengthens, the name of a prophet and priest who wrote the book of Ezekiel. He is mentioned in Ezekiel 1:3 and was taken captive with Jehoiachin.
Definition: A prophet living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezk.1.3; son of: Buzi (H0941) § Ezekiel or Jehezekel = "God strengthens" 1) son of Buzi and a priest and prophet; author of the book by his name; taken captive with Jehoiachin and exiled in Babylon where he prophesied for the next 22 years 2) a priest in charge of the 20th course in the time of David
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Ezekiel, Jehezekel. See also: 1 Chronicles 24:16; Ezekiel 1:3; Ezekiel 24:24.
הָ/עֶשְׂרִֽים
ʻesrîym
H6242
"twenty"
Art | Adj
This word means twenty, and is also used as an ordinal number, like twentieth, as seen in Genesis 31:38. It can refer to a specific age or quantity.
Definition: twenty, twentieth Aramaic equivalent: es.rin (עֶשְׂרִין "twenty" H6243)
Usage: Occurs in 281 OT verses. KJV: (six-) score, twenty(-ieth). See also: Genesis 6:3; 1 Kings 9:14; Ezra 2:19.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 24:16
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Context — Twenty-Four Divisions of Priests
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, 18the twenty-third to Delaiah, and the twenty-fourth to Maaziah.1 Chronicles 24:16 Summary
This verse is part of a list of priests who were assigned to serve in the temple. Pethahiah and Jehezkel were two of the priests who were chosen to lead their families in serving God (as seen in Numbers 3:6-10). Just like these priests, we all have a role to play in serving God and working together with others to achieve His purposes (as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31). By following God's commands and working together, we can create a sense of order and unity, just like King David did when he organized the priests.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the listing of priests in 1 Chronicles 24:16?
The listing of priests in 1 Chronicles 24:16 is part of a larger organization of the priestly divisions by King David, as seen in 1 Chronicles 24:1-19, to ensure the Levites and priests could fulfill their duties in the temple, as commanded in Numbers 3:6-10 and Numbers 8:19.
Who are Pethahiah and Jehezkel in the Bible?
Pethahiah and Jehezkel are two of the heads of priestly families mentioned in 1 Chronicles 24:16, but little is known about them outside of this verse, highlighting the importance of every individual's role in serving God, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:22.
Why did King David organize the priests into divisions?
King David organized the priests into divisions to maintain order and ensure that the temple services were conducted properly and regularly, as instructed in Leviticus 24:8 and Ezekiel 44:15-16.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of a larger narrative in 1 Chronicles that focuses on the organization and establishment of the temple and its services, reflecting King David's desire to please God and follow His commands, as expressed in 1 Chronicles 28:2-3 and 2 Chronicles 29:10-11.
Reflection Questions
- What can I learn from the way King David organized the priests, and how can I apply that to my own life and service to God?
- How do I ensure that I am fulfilling my own role in the body of Christ, just as Pethahiah and Jehezkel fulfilled theirs?
- In what ways can I support and work together with others in my community to achieve a common goal, just as the priestly divisions worked together?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of order and organization in my own spiritual life and in the life of the church?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 24:16
[See comments on 2 Chronicles 24:7]
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 24:16
(16) Pethahiah.—Ezra 10:23, (Iah openeth, i.e., setteth free). (Comp. Jephthah: He, i.e., Iah, openeth.) Jehezekel.—Heb., Yĕ ?hezqêl: Ezekiel.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 24:16
16. Jehezekel] R.V. Jehezkel, which is the correct form of “Ezekiel” the name of the priest-prophet of the Captivity. It is possible that the prophet belonged to this twentieth coarse and that the name here given to it is derived from him.