1 Chronicles 24:9
1 Chronicles 24:9 in Multiple Translations
the fifth to Malchijah, the sixth to Mijamin,
The fifth to Malchijah, the sixth to Mijamin,
the fifth to Malchijah, the sixth to Mijamin,
The fifth Malchijah, the sixth Mijamin,
The fifth to Malkijah. The sixth to Mijamin.
The fifth to Malchiiah, the sixt to Miiamin,
for Malchijah the fifth, for Mijamin the sixth,
the fifth to Malchijah, the sixth to Mijamin,
The fifth to Malchijah, the sixth to Mijamin,
The fifth to Melchia, the sixth to Maiman,
Next, Malkijah was selected. Next, Mijamin was selected.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 24:9
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1 Chronicles 24:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לְ/מַלְכִּיָּה֙
הַ/חֲמִישִׁ֔י
לְ/מִיָּמִ֖ן
הַ/שִּׁשִּֽׁי
לְ/מַלְכִּיָּה֙
Malkîyâh
H4441
Malchiah
Prep | N-proper
הַ/חֲמִישִׁ֔י
chămîyshîy
H2549
fifth
Art | Adj
לְ/מִיָּמִ֖ן
Mîyâmin
H4326
Mijamin
Prep | N-proper
הַ/שִּׁשִּֽׁי
shishshîy
H8345
sixth
Art | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 24:9
לְ/מַלְכִּיָּה֙
Malkîyâh
H4441
"Malchiah"
Prep | N-proper
Malchiah means my king is Jehovah, the name of ten Israelites. One Malchiah was the father of Pashhur, mentioned in Jeremiah 21:1. Malchiah was also the name of a priest in the time of David and Ezra.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at Jer.21.1; father of: Pashhur (H6583J) § Malchijah or Malchiah or Melchiah = "my king is Jehovah" 1) the father of Pashur in the time of Jeremiah 2) the son of Hammelech into whose dungeon Jeremiah was cast 3) the head of the 5th course of priests in the time of David 4) one of the priests who was at the reading of the law by Ezra, sealed the covenant with Nehemiah, and was at the dedication of the wall with Nehemiah 5) a Levite ancestor of Asaph and descendant of Levi through Gershon 6) son of Parosh who put away a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 7) son of Harim who put away a foreign wife and helped repair the wall and the Tower of Ovens in the time of Ezra and Nehemiah 8) son of Rechab, leader of the district of Beth Haccerem, who helped repair the Refuse Gate in the time of Nehemiah 9) a goldsmith who helped repair the wall in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Malchiah, Malchijah. See also: 1 Chronicles 6:25; Nehemiah 3:31; Jeremiah 21:1.
הַ/חֲמִישִׁ֔י
chămîyshîy
H2549
"fifth"
Art | Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means fifth, referring to something in the fifth position. It appears in Exodus 20:12, where honoring parents is the fifth commandment. This word is used to show order and sequence.
Definition: ordinal number, 5th
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: fifth (part). See also: Genesis 1:23; 1 Chronicles 2:14; Jeremiah 1:3.
לְ/מִיָּמִ֖ן
Mîyâmin
H4326
"Mijamin"
Prep | N-proper
Mijamin means from the right hand and refers to three Israelites, including a priest who signed a covenant with Nehemiah and another who returned with Zerubbabel. They are mentioned in Nehemiah 10 and 12. Mijamin was also a chief of the 6th course of priests established by David.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Neh.10.7; also called Miniamin at Neh.12.17; Also named: min.ya.min (מִנְיָמִין "Miniamin" H4509I) § Miamin or Mijamin = "from the right hand" 1) chief of the 6th course of priests established by David 2) a priest who signed the covenant with Nehemiah 3) a priest who went up with Zerubbabel 4) a priest who took a foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Miamin, Mijamin. See also: 1 Chronicles 24:9; Nehemiah 10:8; Nehemiah 12:5.
הַ/שִּׁשִּֽׁי
shishshîy
H8345
"sixth"
Art | Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means sixth, like the sixth day of the week. It is used to describe order or sequence, as seen in Genesis 1:31. This word helps us understand time and patterns in the biblical account.
Definition: 1) sixth 1a) sixth (ordinal number) 1b) sixth (as fraction)
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: sixth (part). See also: Genesis 1:31; 1 Chronicles 12:12; Haggai 1:15.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 24:9
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Context — Twenty-Four Divisions of Priests
7The first lot fell to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,
8the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,
9the fifth to Malchijah, the sixth to Mijamin,
10the seventh to Hakkoz, the eighth to Abijah, 11the ninth to Jeshua, the tenth to Shecaniah,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nehemiah 12:17 | of Abijah, Zichri; of Miniamin and of Moadiah, Piltai; |
1 Chronicles 24:9 Summary
This verse, 1 Chronicles 24:9, shows how the Levites were organized to serve God in the temple. The fifth lot fell to Malchijah and the sixth to Mijamin, which means they were assigned specific duties and responsibilities. This reminds us that God has a plan for each of us, just like He had a plan for the Levites, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11 and Romans 12:4-8. By trusting in God's plan and seeking to serve Him with integrity, we can fulfill our own unique roles in His kingdom, just as the Levites did in their time, as mentioned in 1 Peter 4:10-11.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the lots being cast in 1 Chronicles 24:9?
The casting of lots was a way for the Levites to determine their duties and responsibilities, as seen in 1 Chronicles 24:5, and it was a method used by the Israelites to seek God's will, as mentioned in Proverbs 16:33.
Who were Malchijah and Mijamin in the Bible?
Malchijah and Mijamin were Levites who were assigned the fifth and sixth lots, respectively, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 24:9, and they were likely descendants of Aaron, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 24:1-5.
Why did the Levites need to be organized in this way?
The Levites needed to be organized to maintain order and ensure that the temple services were carried out efficiently, as instructed in Numbers 3:6-10 and 1 Chronicles 23:24-32.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of a larger section in 1 Chronicles that describes the organization of the Levites and the division of their duties, as seen in 1 Chronicles 23-26, which highlights the importance of worship and service in the life of the Israelites, as mentioned in Deuteronomy 10:12-13.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn from the way the Levites trusted God to guide the casting of lots, and how can we apply this to our own decision-making processes?
- How does the organization of the Levites in 1 Chronicles 24 reflect the character of God, and what does this teach us about His desire for order and harmony?
- What role do you think Malchijah and Mijamin played in the worship and service of the Israelites, and how can we learn from their examples?
- In what ways can we, like the Levites, seek to serve God with integrity and faithfulness, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 19:9 and Psalm 101:6?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 24:9
[See comments on 2 Chronicles 24:7]
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 24:9
(9) Malchijah.—Nehemiah 3:11. Mijamin.—Looks like on the right hand. Perhaps the first syllable is a disguise of Mê (water—a metaphorical term for son), and then the name would be equivalent to Benjamin (Nehemiah 12:5).
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 24:9
9. Mijamin] So Nehemiah 10:7; Nehemiah 12:5; but 1 Chronicles 12:17, “Miniamin.”