1 Chronicles 24:22
1 Chronicles 24:22 in Multiple Translations
From the Izharites: Shelomoth; from the sons of Shelomoth: Jahath.
Of the Izharites; Shelomoth: of the sons of Shelomoth; Jahath.
Of the Izharites, Shelomoth; of the sons of Shelomoth, Jahath.
Of the Izharites, Shelomoth; of the sons of Shelomoth, Jahath.
From the Izharites: Shelomoth; from the sons of Shelomoth: Jahath.
Of Izhari, Shelomoth, of the sonnes of Shelomoth, Iahath,
For the Izharite: Shelomoth; for sons of Shelomoth: Jahath.
Of the Izharites, Shelomoth; of the sons of Shelomoth, Jahath.
Of the Izharites; Shelomoth: of the sons of Shelomoth; Jahath.
And the son of Isaar Salemoth, and the son of Salemoth Jahath:
Izhar was the father of Shelomoth and the grandfather of Jahath.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 24:22
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1 Chronicles 24:22 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לַ/יִּצְהָרִ֣י
שְׁלֹמ֔וֹת
לִ/בְנֵ֥י
שְׁלֹמ֖וֹת
יָֽחַת
לַ/יִּצְהָרִ֣י
Yitshârîy
H3325
Izharite
Prep | Ngmsa
שְׁלֹמ֔וֹת
Shᵉlômôwth
H8013
Shelomoth
N-proper
לִ/בְנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
Prep | N-mp
שְׁלֹמ֖וֹת
Shᵉlômôwth
H8013
Shelomoth
N-proper
יָֽחַת
Yachath
H3189
Jahath
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 24:22
לַ/יִּצְהָרִ֣י
Yitshârîy
H3325
"Izharite"
Prep | Ngmsa
The Izharites were descendants of Izhar, a Levite who lived during the time of the Exodus. They were part of the tribe of Levi and played a role in Israel's history. The name Izharite means descendant of oil, signifying their ancestral connection.
Definition: Someone descended from Izhar who was a man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.6.18; son of: Kohath (H6955); brother of: Amram (H6019), Hebron (H2275B) and Uzziel (H5816); father of: Korah (H7141I), Nepheg (H5298), Zichri (H2147) and Shelomith (H8019A) Group of yits.har (יִצְהָר "Izhar" H3324) § Izharites or Izeharites = "oil" descendants of Izhar son of Kohath and grandson of Levi
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Izeharites, Izharites. See also: Numbers 3:27; 1 Chronicles 26:23; 1 Chronicles 26:29.
שְׁלֹמ֔וֹת
Shᵉlômôwth
H8013
"Shelomoth"
N-proper
Shelomoth was a Levite living during the time of the wilderness, son of Izhar and brother of Korah, mentioned in 1 Chronicles.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at 1Ch.23.18; son of: Izhar (H3324); brother of: Korah (H7141I), Nepheg (H5298) and Zichri (H2147); father of: Jahath (H3189J); also called Shelomoth at 1Ch.24.22; Another name of she.lo.mit (שְׁלֹמִית "Shelomith" H8019A) § Shelomoth or Shelomith = "peaceful" 1) a Gershonite Levite, son of Shimei in the time of David 2) a Kohathite Levite of the sons of Izhar in the time of David 3) a Gershonite Levite, son of Zichri in the time of David
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Shelomith (from the margin), Shelomoth. Compare H8019 (שְׁלֹמִית). See also: 1 Chronicles 23:9; 1 Chronicles 26:25; 1 Chronicles 26:26.
לִ/בְנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
"son"
Prep | 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.
שְׁלֹמ֖וֹת
Shᵉlômôwth
H8013
"Shelomoth"
N-proper
Shelomoth was a Levite living during the time of the wilderness, son of Izhar and brother of Korah, mentioned in 1 Chronicles.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at 1Ch.23.18; son of: Izhar (H3324); brother of: Korah (H7141I), Nepheg (H5298) and Zichri (H2147); father of: Jahath (H3189J); also called Shelomoth at 1Ch.24.22; Another name of she.lo.mit (שְׁלֹמִית "Shelomith" H8019A) § Shelomoth or Shelomith = "peaceful" 1) a Gershonite Levite, son of Shimei in the time of David 2) a Kohathite Levite of the sons of Izhar in the time of David 3) a Gershonite Levite, son of Zichri in the time of David
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Shelomith (from the margin), Shelomoth. Compare H8019 (שְׁלֹמִית). See also: 1 Chronicles 23:9; 1 Chronicles 26:25; 1 Chronicles 26:26.
יָֽחַת
Yachath
H3189
"Jahath"
N-proper
Jahath was the name of four Israelites, including a Levite living during the time of Egypt and Wilderness. He was the son of Gershon and brother of Shimei. Jahath means He will snatch up.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.6.17; son of: Gershon (H1648); brother of: Shimei (H8096); father of: Jahath (H3189H), Libni (H3936H), Shimei (H8096G); also called Jahath at 1Ch.6.43; Ladan (KJV: Laadan) at 1Ch.23.7,9; 26.21; Another name of liv.ni (לִבְנִי "Libni" H3845G) § Jahath = "He will snatch up" 1) son of Reaiah and grandson of Shobal of the tribe of Judah 2) a son of Libni and grandson of Gershom and great grandson of Levi 3) a Gershonite Levite; the eldest son of Shimei and the grandson of Laadan; founder of the house of Jahath 4) a Levite and son of Shelomoth 5) a Merarite Levite in the reign of Josiah
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Jahath. See also: 1 Chronicles 4:2; 1 Chronicles 23:10; 2 Chronicles 34:12.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 24:22
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Context — The Rest of the Levites
20Now these were the rest of the descendants of Levi: From the sons of Amram: Shubael; from the sons of Shubael: Jehdeiah.
21As for Rehabiah, from his sons: The first was Isshiah.
22From the Izharites: Shelomoth; from the sons of Shelomoth: Jahath.
23From the sons of Hebron: Jeriah was the first, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, and Jekameam the fourth. 24From the sons of Uzziel: Micah; from the sons of Micah: Shamir.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 23:18 | The sons of Izhar: Shelomith was the first. |
| 2 | Numbers 3:27 | From Kohath came the clans of the Amramites, the Izharites, the Hebronites, and the Uzzielites; these were the clans of the Kohathites. |
| 3 | Numbers 3:19 | The sons of Kohath by their clans were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 26:26 | This Shelomith and his brothers were in charge of all the treasuries for the things dedicated by King David, by the heads of families who were the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and by the army commanders. |
| 5 | Exodus 6:21 | The sons of Izhar were Korah, Nepheg, and Zichri. |
1 Chronicles 24:22 Summary
This verse, 1 Chronicles 24:22, lists Shelomoth from the Izharites and his son Jahath, showing us how the families of Levi were organized to serve in the temple. It reminds us that everyone has a role to play in serving God, just like the different parts of the body work together as mentioned in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31. By understanding our place and working together, we can effectively serve the Lord and fulfill His purposes. This principle is also seen in the way Jesus organized His disciples for ministry, as seen in Luke 10:1-24.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 1 Chronicles 24:22 list specific individuals like Shelomoth and Jahath?
These individuals are mentioned because they were part of the Levitical families responsible for various temple duties, as outlined in 1 Chronicles 23-24 and also in Numbers 3:6-10, where we see the importance of Levites in serving the Lord.
What is the significance of the Izharites in 1 Chronicles 24:22?
The Izharites were a family within the tribe of Levi, and their mention here highlights the careful organization and division of labor among the Levites, as commanded by God through Moses in Exodus 6:21 and other passages.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of the Bible?
1 Chronicles 24:22 contributes to our understanding of the biblical emphasis on order, organization, and obedience to God's commands, themes that are repeated throughout the Old Testament, such as in Deuteronomy 12:10 and in the New Testament, like in 1 Corinthians 14:40.
What can we learn from the genealogical lists in 1 Chronicles?
These lists, including 1 Chronicles 24:22, demonstrate the importance of family, lineage, and heritage in biblical times, mirroring God's interest in the genealogy of Jesus Christ as seen in Matthew 1:1-17 and Luke 3:23-38.
Reflection Questions
- What does the meticulous recording of family lines in this verse teach us about God's view of family and heritage?
- How does the specific mention of Shelomoth and Jahath encourage us to appreciate the unique role each person plays in God's plan?
- In what ways can we, like the Izharites and other Levitical families, find our place in serving the Lord and organize our lives accordingly?
- What does this verse reveal about the value of organization and division of labor in our own lives and communities, reflecting the biblical principle seen in Romans 12:4-8?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 24:22
[See comments on 2 Chronicles 24:20]
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 24:22
Shelomoth, called also Shelomith,
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 24:22
(22) Of the Izharites.—For the Izharites. The Gentilic form of this designation indicates that Shubael, Rehabiah, and others of these proper names, are likewise names of houses or clans. Shelomoth is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 23:18, but not the chief, “Jahath.”
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 24:22
22. Shelomoth] Called “Shelomith” in 1 Chronicles 23:18.