1 Chronicles 24:17
1 Chronicles 24:17 in Multiple Translations
the twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul,
The one and twentieth to Jachin, the two and twentieth to Gamul,
the one and twentieth to Jachin, the two and twentieth to Gamul,
The twenty-first Jachin, the twenty-second Gamul,
The twenty-first to Jakin. The twenty-second to Gamul.
The one and twentie to Iachin, the two and twentie to Gamul,
for Jachin the one and twentieth, for Gamul the two and twentieth,
the twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul,
The one and twentieth to Jachin, the two and twentieth to Gamul,
The one and twentieth to Jachin, the two and twentieth to Gamul,
Next, Jakin was selected. Next, Gamul was selected.
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1 Chronicles 24:17 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לְ/יָכִין֙
אֶחָ֣ד
וְ/עֶשְׂרִ֔ים
לְ/גָמ֖וּל
שְׁנַ֥יִם
וְ/עֶשְׂרִֽים
לְ/יָכִין֙
Yâkîyn
H3199
Jachin
Prep | N-proper
אֶחָ֣ד
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
וְ/עֶשְׂרִ֔ים
ʻesrîym
H6242
twenty
Conj | Adj
לְ/גָמ֖וּל
gâmûwl
H1577
Gamul
Prep | N-proper
שְׁנַ֥יִם
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj
וְ/עֶשְׂרִֽים
ʻesrîym
H6242
twenty
Conj | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 24:17
לְ/יָכִין֙
Yâkîyn
H3199
"Jachin"
Prep | N-proper
Jachin is a name given to several Israelites and a temple pillar in the Bible, meaning He will establish. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24:17, describing a priest who lived during the time of King David. The name signifies God's establishment and strength.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.24.17 § Jachin = "He will establish" a priest and the head of the 21st course in the time of David
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Jachin. See also: Genesis 46:10; 1 Chronicles 9:10; Nehemiah 11:10.
אֶחָ֣ד
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
וְ/עֶשְׂרִ֔ים
ʻesrîym
H6242
"twenty"
Conj | 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.
לְ/גָמ֖וּל
gâmûwl
H1577
"Gamul"
Prep | N-proper
Gamul was an Israelite priest who lived during the Divided Monarchy, leading the 22nd course in the sanctuary service. His name means weaned. He is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 24:17.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.24.17 § Gamul = "weaned" a priest, the leader of the 22nd course in the service of the sanctuary
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Gamul. See also H1014 (בֵּית גָּמוּל). See also: 1 Chronicles 24:17.
שְׁנַ֥יִם
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
וְ/עֶשְׂרִֽים
ʻesrîym
H6242
"twenty"
Conj | 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 24:17
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Context — Twenty-Four Divisions of Priests
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. 19This was their appointed order for service when they entered the house of the LORD, according to the regulations prescribed for them by their forefather Aaron, as the LORD, the God of Israel, had commanded him.1 Chronicles 24:17 Summary
This verse, 1 Chronicles 24:17, is talking about the order in which certain priests and Levites were supposed to serve in the temple. It's like a schedule, where each person knows when it's their turn to serve. This shows us that God values order and structure, just like we see in Genesis 1:1, where God creates the world in an orderly way. By following God's commands and plans, we can fulfill our own roles in a way that honors Him, as seen in 1 Chronicles 24:19.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the names Jachin and Gamul in 1 Chronicles 24:17?
The names Jachin and Gamul are likely those of priests or Levites who were assigned specific roles in the temple, as seen in 1 Chronicles 24:17, similar to how other priests and Levites were assigned roles in Exodus 6:23 and Numbers 3:6.
Why are the numbers twenty-first and twenty-second important in this verse?
The numbers twenty-first and twenty-second indicate the order in which the priests and Levites were to serve in the temple, highlighting the organization and structure of their service, as also seen in 1 Chronicles 24:1-19.
How does this verse relate to the larger context of 1 Chronicles 24?
This verse is part of a larger section that describes the divisions of the priests and Levites, and their assigned orders for service in the temple, as commanded by the LORD through their forefather Aaron, as seen in 1 Chronicles 24:19.
What can we learn from the fact that these priests and Levites had assigned orders for service?
We can learn about the importance of organization, structure, and obedience to God's commands, as seen in 1 Chronicles 24:19 and also in Genesis 1:1, where God establishes order in creation.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of order and structure in my own life and service to God?
- How can I apply the principles of obedience and organization seen in this verse to my own spiritual walk?
- What role do I play in the larger body of Christ, and how can I fulfill my assigned role with faithfulness and obedience?
- How does this verse inspire me to seek a deeper understanding of God's commands and plans for my life?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 24:17
[See comments on 2 Chronicles 24:7]
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 24:17
(17) Jachin.—Genesis 46:10; 1 Kings 7:21 (He, i.e., Jah, setteth up, maketh firm). The same name as Jehoiachin. Gamul.—Here only as proper name (weaned, Isaiah 11:8).
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 24:17
17. Jachin] Cp. 1 Chronicles 9:10 (= Nehemiah 11:10).
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