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1 Chronicles 24:18

1 Chronicles 24:18 in Multiple Translations

the twenty-third to Delaiah, and the twenty-fourth to Maaziah.

The three and twentieth to Delaiah, the four and twentieth to Maaziah.

the three and twentieth to Delaiah, the four and twentieth to Maaziah.

The twenty-third Delaiah, the twenty-fourth Maaziah.

The twenty-third to Delaiah. The twenty-fourth to Maaziah.

The three and twentie to Deliah, the foure and twentie to Maaziah.

for Delaiah the three and twentieth, for Maaziah the four and twentieth.

the twenty-third to Delaiah, and the twenty-fourth to Maaziah.

The three and twentieth to Delaiah, the four and twentieth to Maaziah.

The three and twentieth to Dalaiau, the four and twentieth to Maaziau.

Next, Delaiah was selected. Next, Maaziah was selected.

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1 Chronicles 24:18 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB לִ/דְלָיָ֨הוּ֙ שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה וְ/עֶשְׂרִ֔ים לְ/מַֽעַזְיָ֖הוּ אַרְבָּעָ֥ה וְ/עֶשְׂרִֽים
לִ/דְלָיָ֨הוּ֙ Dᵉlâyâh H1806 Delaiah Prep | N-proper
שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה shâlôwsh H7969 three Adj
וְ/עֶשְׂרִ֔ים ʻesrîym H6242 twenty Conj | Adj
לְ/מַֽעַזְיָ֖הוּ Maʻazyâh H4590 Maaziah Prep | N-proper
אַרְבָּעָ֥ה ʼarbaʻ H702 four Adj
וְ/עֶשְׂרִֽים ʻesrîym H6242 twenty Conj | Adj
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לִ/דְלָיָ֨הוּ֙ Dᵉlâyâh H1806 "Delaiah" Prep | N-proper
Delaiah means Jehovah has drawn, and was the name of several Israelites, including a priest in David's time and a ruler in Jeremiah's time. They played important roles in Israel's history. Delaiah is mentioned in Jeremiah 36:12.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at Jer.36.12; son of: Shemaiah (H8098Z) § Dalaiah or Delaiah = "Jehovah has drawn" 1) a priest in the time of David, leader of the 23rd course 2) a son of Shemaiah, a ruler of Judah in the time of Jeremiah in the court of Jehoiakim 3) the head of an exilic family, of uncertain pedigree, claiming to be Israelites in the time of Zerubbabel 4) a descendant of Zerubbabel 5) the son of Mehetabeel and the father of Shemaiah, a contemporary of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Dalaiah, Delaiah. See also: 1 Chronicles 3:24; Nehemiah 6:10; Jeremiah 36:12.
שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה shâlôwsh H7969 "three" Adj
This Hebrew word means three or thrice, and is used to describe quantities or repetitions in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including three, third, and thirteen.
Definition: 1) three, triad 1a) 3, 300, third Aramaic equivalent: te.lat (תְּלָת "three" H8532)
Usage: Occurs in 381 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] fork, [phrase] often(-times), third, thir(-teen, -teenth), three, [phrase] thrice. Compare H7991 (שָׁלִישׁ). See also: Genesis 5:22; Joshua 1:11; 2 Kings 9:32.
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/מַֽעַזְיָ֖הוּ Maʻazyâh H4590 "Maaziah" Prep | N-proper
Maaziah was a priest in the Bible, living during the time of David and the exile. His name means consolation of Jehovah, and he is mentioned in Nehemiah. He was in charge of the 24th course of priests.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Neh.10.8; also called Maadiah at Neh.12.5; Moadiah at Neh.12.17; § Maaziah = "consolation of Jehovah" 1) a priest in charge of the 24th course in the time of David 2) a priest who signed the covenant with Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Maaziah. See also: 1 Chronicles 24:18; Nehemiah 10:9.
אַרְבָּעָ֥ה ʼarbaʻ H702 "four" Adj
The number four is a simple counting number in Hebrew, used to describe quantities of things, such as people, objects, or groups.
Definition: four
Usage: Occurs in 277 OT verses. KJV: four. See also: Genesis 2:10; Judges 20:47; Esther 9:21.
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 24:18

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1 Chronicles 24:18 Summary

This verse is talking about the order of service for the priests in the temple. The priests were divided into twenty-four groups, and each group had a specific time to serve. Delaiah and Maaziah were two of the priests who were assigned to serve during the twenty-third and twenty-fourth times, respectively. This shows us that God is a God of order and organization, and He has a plan for each of our lives, just like He did for the priests, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11 and Romans 8:28. By following God's plan and being faithful in our service to Him, we can bring glory to His name and fulfill our purpose in life, as seen in 1 Corinthians 10:31 and Ephesians 2:10.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the specific order of service mentioned in 1 Chronicles 24:18?

The order of service was important to maintain organization and ensure that each priest knew their role, as prescribed by the LORD, the God of Israel, in Exodus 6:16-25 and Numbers 3:1-10.

Who were Delaiah and Maaziah, and why were they assigned these specific duties?

Delaiah and Maaziah were priests who were part of the twenty-four divisions of priests established by King David, as seen in 1 Chronicles 24:1-19, and their assignments were likely based on their family lineage and God's sovereignty, as seen in Romans 8:28-30.

How does this verse relate to the larger context of the priesthood in the Old Testament?

This verse is part of the larger narrative of the establishment of the priesthood in the Old Testament, which points forward to the ultimate High Priest, Jesus Christ, who serves as our mediator between God and humanity, as seen in Hebrews 4:14-16 and 7:1-10.

What can we learn from the organization and structure of the priesthood in this verse?

We can learn the importance of order, organization, and submission to authority, as well as the value of serving God with diligence and faithfulness, as seen in Colossians 3:23-24 and 1 Corinthians 14:40.

Reflection Questions

  1. What does this verse teach me about the importance of organization and structure in my own life and service to God?
  2. How can I apply the principles of diligence and faithfulness seen in the priests' assignments to my own daily responsibilities and service to God?
  3. What does this verse reveal about God's sovereignty and control over all aspects of life, including the assignments and roles of His servants?
  4. How does this verse point me to the ultimate High Priest, Jesus Christ, and what does this mean for my own relationship with God?

Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 24:18

[See comments on 2 Chronicles 24:7]

Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 24:18

(18) Delaiah.—1 Chronicles 3:24, a common post-exilic name (Jah draws out, i.e., frees): but comp. Jeremiah 36:12, and Note on 1 Chronicles 3:1. Maaziah.—Here only. Perhaps “Maadiah” (Nehemiah 12:5) should be read. So Syriac, “Ma’adyâ;” Arabic, “Mi’diyyâ.” But LXX. (Vat.), “Maasai” (? Maaseiah); Vuig., “Maaziau.”

Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 24:18

18. Maaziah] Nehemiah 10:8 (1 Chronicles 10:9, Heb.).

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