1 Chronicles 25:18
1 Chronicles 25:18 in Multiple Translations
the eleventh to Azarel, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
The eleventh to Azareel, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:
the eleventh to Azarel, his sons and his brethren, twelve:
The eleventh Azarel, with his sons and his brothers, twelve;
The eleventh fell to Azarel, his sons and his brothers, 12 in total.
The eleuenth, to Azareel, he, his sonnes and his brethren twelue.
eleventh [to] Azareel, his sons and his brethren, twelve;
the eleventh to Azarel, his sons and his brothers, twelve;
The eleventh to Azareel, he , his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:
The eleventh to Azareel, to his sons and his brethren twelve.
Next, Azarel and 12 of his sons and relatives were selected.
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1 Chronicles 25:18 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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עַשְׁתֵּֽי
עָשָׂ֣ר
עֲזַרְאֵ֔ל
בָּנָ֥י/ו
וְ/אֶחָ֖י/ו
שְׁנֵ֥ים
עָשָֽׂר
עַשְׁתֵּֽי
ʻashtêy
H6249
eleven
Adj
עָשָׂ֣ר
ʻâsâr
H6240
ten
Adj
עֲזַרְאֵ֔ל
ʻĂzarʼêl
H5832
Azarel
N-proper
בָּנָ֥י/ו
bên
H1121
son
N-mp | Suff
וְ/אֶחָ֖י/ו
ʼâch
H251
brother
Conj | N-mp | Suff
שְׁנֵ֥ים
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj
עָשָֽׂר
ʻâsâr
H6240
ten
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 25:18
עַשְׁתֵּֽי
ʻashtêy
H6249
"eleven"
Adj
This Hebrew word means the number eleven, like one more than ten. It is used in the Bible to count things, such as eleven of something.
Definition: 1) one, eleven, eleventh 1a) one as combined with ten ( a.sar (עָשָׂר "ten" H6240))
Usage: Occurs in 18 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] eleven(-th). See also: Exodus 26:7; 1 Chronicles 24:12; Jeremiah 1:3.
עָשָׂ֣ר
ʻâsâr
H6240
"ten"
Adj
In Hebrew, this word means ten, and is used to form numbers like eleven or thirteen, as seen in Genesis 31:41. It is always used in combination with other numbers.
Definition: 1) ten, -teen (in combination with other numbers) 1a) used only in combination to make the numbers 11-19
Usage: Occurs in 292 OT verses. KJV: (eigh-, fif-, four-, nine-, seven-, six-, thir-) teen(-th), [phrase] eleven(-th), [phrase] sixscore thousand, [phrase] twelve(-th). See also: Genesis 5:8; Joshua 21:7; 1 Chronicles 25:27.
עֲזַרְאֵ֔ל
ʻĂzarʼêl
H5832
"Azarel"
N-proper
Azarel was one of five Israelites with this name, including a Levite and son of Heman, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 25:4. His name is similar to Azareel.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.25.4; son of: Heman (H1968I); brother of: Bukkiah (H1232), Mattaniah (H4983H), Shebuel (H7619H), Jerimoth (H3406L), Hananiah (H2608P), Hanani (H2607H), Eliathah (H0448), Giddalti (H1437), Romamti-ezer (H7320), Joshbekashah (H3436), Mallothi (H4413), Hothir (H1956) and Mahazioth (H4238); also called Azarel (KJV: Azareel) at 1Ch.25.18; Another name of uz.zi.el (עֻזִּיאֵל "Uzziel" H5816J) § Azarael or Azareel = "God has helped" 1) a Korhite warrior of David who joined him at Ziklag 2) a Levite musician of the family of Heman in the time of David 3) a Danite, son of Jeroham and a prince of the tribe at the census of David 4) one of the sons of Bani who took a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 5) a priest, ancestor of Maasiai or Amashai, a priest in Jerusalem after the return from exile 6) a priest and musician in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Azarael, Azareel. See also: 1 Chronicles 12:7; Ezra 10:41; Nehemiah 12:36.
בָּנָ֥י/ו
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp | Suff
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.
וְ/אֶחָ֖י/ו
ʼâch
H251
"brother"
Conj | N-mp | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a brother or male sibling, but it can also refer to a close relative, friend, or someone with a similar relationship. It is used to describe the bond between brothers, like the relationship between Cain and Abel in Genesis.
Definition: : male-sibling 1) brother 1a) brother of same parents 1b) half-brother (same father) 1c) relative, kinship, same tribe 1d) each to the other (reciprocal relationship) 1e) (fig.) of resemblance
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'. See also: Genesis 4:2; Genesis 42:13; Numbers 25:6.
שְׁנֵ֥ים
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.
עָשָֽׂר
ʻâsâr
H6240
"ten"
Adj
In Hebrew, this word means ten, and is used to form numbers like eleven or thirteen, as seen in Genesis 31:41. It is always used in combination with other numbers.
Definition: 1) ten, -teen (in combination with other numbers) 1a) used only in combination to make the numbers 11-19
Usage: Occurs in 292 OT verses. KJV: (eigh-, fif-, four-, nine-, seven-, six-, thir-) teen(-th), [phrase] eleven(-th), [phrase] sixscore thousand, [phrase] twelve(-th). See also: Genesis 5:8; Joshua 21:7; 1 Chronicles 25:27.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 25:18
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Context — Twenty-Four Divisions of Musicians
16the ninth to Mattaniah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
17the tenth to Shimei, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
18the eleventh to Azarel, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
19the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; 20the thirteenth to Shubael, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;1 Chronicles 25:18 Summary
[This verse tells us about Azarel and his family, who were assigned to serve the Lord in the eleventh position of the priestly rotations. Just like the other families mentioned in 1 Chronicles 25:16-20, Azarel had 12 family members serving with him. This shows us that God is a God of order and structure, and He wants us to work together as a team to serve Him, just as the body of Christ is described in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31. By following God's plan and working together, we can accomplish great things for His glory, as seen in the beautiful example of the Levites and priests in 1 Chronicles 25:1-31.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Azarel and his family being assigned the eleventh position in the priestly rotations?
The assignment of Azarel and his family to the eleventh position is a demonstration of God's sovereignty and organization, as seen in 1 Chronicles 25:1, where David and the leaders of the Levites set apart the sons of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun to prophesy with lyres, harps, and cymbals.
How many family members did Azarel have serving with him?
According to 1 Chronicles 25:18, Azarel had 12 family members, including his sons and brothers, serving with him in the priestly rotations, similar to the other divisions mentioned in 1 Chronicles 25:16-20.
What can we learn from the way the priestly rotations were organized?
The organization of the priestly rotations, as seen in 1 Chronicles 25:18, teaches us about the importance of order, structure, and teamwork in serving the Lord, as emphasized in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of the book of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of a larger section in 1 Chronicles that highlights the organization and preparation of the Levites and priests for worship and service in the temple, as commanded by King David and supported by the leaders of the Levites, as seen in 1 Chronicles 6:31-48 and 1 Chronicles 25:1-31.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's attention to detail and organization in the lives of His people?
- How can we apply the principles of teamwork and structure seen in the priestly rotations to our own lives and ministries?
- What role do you think Azarel and his family played in the spiritual lives of the Israelites, and how can we learn from their example?
- In what ways can we use our own gifts and talents to serve the Lord and support one another, as seen in the diversity of roles within the priestly rotations?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 25:18
Ver. 18 [See comments on 1 Chronicles 25:9]
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:18
(18) Azareel.—Called Uzziel in 1 Chronicles 25:4. (Comp. Azariah as a variant of Uzziah, 1 Chronicles 3:12, and 2 Chronicles 26:1.)
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 25:18
18. Azarel] Called Uzziel, 1 Chronicles 25:4.