1 Chronicles 24:29
1 Chronicles 24:29 in Multiple Translations
From Kish: Jerahmeel the son of Kish.
Concerning Kish: the son of Kish was Jerahmeel.
Of Kish; the sons of Kish: Jerahmeel.
Of Kish: the sons of Kish, Jerahmeel.
From Kish: the son of Kish, Jerahmeel.
Of Kish. the sonne of Kish was Ierahmeel,
for Kish: sons of Kish: Jerahmeel.
Of Kish, the son of Kish: Jerahmeel.
Concerning Kish: the son of Kish was Jerahmeel.
And the son of Cis, Jeramael.
From the descendants of Mahli’s second son Kish there was Jerahmeel.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 24:29
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1 Chronicles 24:29 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לְ/קִ֖ישׁ
בְּנֵי
קִ֥ישׁ
יְרַחְמְאֵֽל
לְ/קִ֖ישׁ
Qîysh
H7027
Kish
Prep | N-proper
בְּנֵי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
קִ֥ישׁ
Qîysh
H7027
Kish
N-proper
יְרַחְמְאֵֽל
Yᵉrachmᵉʼêl
H3396
Jerahmeel
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 24:29
לְ/קִ֖ישׁ
Qîysh
H7027
"Kish"
Prep | N-proper
Kish was the name of several Israelites, including the father of king Saul and an ancestor of Mordecai. The name Kish means bent and is mentioned in Esther 2:5 and other biblical books. Kish was a common name in biblical times.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Est.2.5; father of: Shimei (H8096U) § Kish = "bent" 1) a Benjamite of the family of Matri, father of king Saul 2) an ancestor of Mordecai 3) son of Gibeon and brother of Abdon, Zur, Baal, Ner, Nadab, Gedor, Ahio, Zechariah, and Mikloth; uncle of Kish the father of king Saul 4) a Merarite Levite, son of Mahli and grandson of Merari the progenitor of the family 5) a Merarite Levite, son of Abdi in the time of king Hezekiah of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: Kish. See also: 1 Samuel 9:1; 1 Chronicles 9:36; Esther 2:5.
בְּנֵי
bên
H1121
"son"
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.
קִ֥ישׁ
Qîysh
H7027
"Kish"
N-proper
Kish was the name of several Israelites, including the father of king Saul and an ancestor of Mordecai. The name Kish means bent and is mentioned in Esther 2:5 and other biblical books. Kish was a common name in biblical times.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Est.2.5; father of: Shimei (H8096U) § Kish = "bent" 1) a Benjamite of the family of Matri, father of king Saul 2) an ancestor of Mordecai 3) son of Gibeon and brother of Abdon, Zur, Baal, Ner, Nadab, Gedor, Ahio, Zechariah, and Mikloth; uncle of Kish the father of king Saul 4) a Merarite Levite, son of Mahli and grandson of Merari the progenitor of the family 5) a Merarite Levite, son of Abdi in the time of king Hezekiah of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: Kish. See also: 1 Samuel 9:1; 1 Chronicles 9:36; Esther 2:5.
יְרַחְמְאֵֽל
Yᵉrachmᵉʼêl
H3396
"Jerahmeel"
N-proper
Jerahmeel means may God have pity, and was the name of three Israelites, including the son of Hezron and grandson of Pharez. He was a founder of the family of Jerahmeelites and is mentioned in Jeremiah 36:26.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Jer.36.26; son of: Hammelech (H4428H); brother of: Malchijah (H4441H) § Jerahmeel = "may God have pity" 1) the 1st son of Hezron, grandson of Pharez, and great grandson of Judah and the founder of the family of Jerahmeelites 2) officer sent by king Jehoiakim of Judah to arrest Baruch 3) a Merarite Levite the representative of the family of Kish, the son of Mahli
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Jerahmeel. See also: 1 Chronicles 2:9; 1 Chronicles 2:33; Jeremiah 36:26.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 24:29
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Context — The Rest of the Levites
27The descendants of Merari from Jaaziah: Beno, Shoham, Zaccur, and Ibri.
28From Mahli: Eleazar, who had no sons.
29From Kish: Jerahmeel the son of Kish.
30And the sons of Mushi: Mahli, Eder, and Jerimoth. These were the sons of the Levites, according to their families. 31As their brothers the descendants of Aaron did, they also cast lots in the presence of King David and of Zadok, Ahimelech, and the heads of the families of the priests and Levites—the family heads and their younger brothers alike.1 Chronicles 24:29 Summary
[This verse tells us about Jerahmeel, who was the son of Kish and part of the Levite family. The Levites were a special group of people who helped with worship and service in the temple (Numbers 3:6-10). Just like the Levites, we are all part of God's family and have a role to play in serving Him and others (1 Peter 2:9-10, Romans 12:4-8). The Bible teaches us that every person is important and has a purpose, just like Jerahmeel and his family (Psalm 139:13-16, Matthew 22:37-40).]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Jerahmeel in the Bible?
Jerahmeel, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 24:29, was a son of Kish and a descendant of the tribe of Levi, as seen in the context of the Levites' family records (1 Chronicles 24:20-31).
What is the significance of the family records in 1 Chronicles 24?
The family records in 1 Chronicles 24, including the mention of Jerahmeel in verse 29, demonstrate the careful organization and administration of the Levites and priests during King David's reign, highlighting their importance in Israel's worship and service (1 Chronicles 24:1-31, Numbers 3:6-10).
How does this verse fit into the larger narrative of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of the genealogical records in 1 Chronicles, which provide a foundation for understanding the historical and spiritual context of the Israelites, including their leaders, priests, and Levites, as they transition from the period of the judges to the monarchy under King David (1 Chronicles 10-29).
What can we learn from the genealogy of the Levites in 1 Chronicles 24?
The detailed genealogy of the Levites, including the mention of Jerahmeel in 1 Chronicles 24:29, teaches us about the importance of family, heritage, and service to God, as well as the value of careful record-keeping and administration in the life of the church, as seen in Acts 6:1-7.
Reflection Questions
- What does the inclusion of Jerahmeel in the family records reveal about God's attention to detail and care for His people?
- How can I apply the principles of organization and administration seen in 1 Chronicles 24 to my own life and service to God?
- What role do family and heritage play in my own spiritual journey, and how can I learn from the examples of the Levites in the Bible?
- In what ways can I, like the Levites, dedicate myself to serving God and His people with diligence and faithfulness?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 24:29
[See comments on 2 Chronicles 24:20]
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 24:29
Kish; another of Mahli’ s sons, as appears from .
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 24:29
(29) Concerning Kish.—Literally, To Kish, the sons of Kish, Jerahmeel. The plural, “sons of Kish,” as in 1 Chronicles 23:22.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 24:29
29. Concerning Kish] R.V. Of Kish.