1 Chronicles 25:29
1 Chronicles 25:29 in Multiple Translations
the twenty-second to Giddalti, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
The two and twentieth to Giddalti, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:
for the two and twentieth to Giddalti, his sons and his brethren, twelve:
The twenty-second Giddalti, with his sons and his brothers, twelve;
The twenty-second fell to Giddalti, his sons and his brothers, 12 in total.
The two and twentieth, to Giddalti, he, his sonnes and his brethren twelue.
at the two and twentieth [to] Giddalti, his sons and his brethren, twelve;
for the twenty-second to Giddalti, his sons and his brothers, twelve;
The two and twentieth to Giddalti, he , his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:
The two and twentieth to Geddelthi, to his sons and his brethren twelve.
Next, Giddalti and 12 of his sons and relatives were selected.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 25:29
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1 Chronicles 25:29 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לִ/שְׁנַ֤יִם
וְ/עֶשְׂרִים֙
לְ/גִדַּ֔לְתִּי
בָּנָ֥י/ו
וְ/אֶחָ֖י/ו
שְׁנֵ֥ים
עָשָֽׂר
לִ/שְׁנַ֤יִם
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Prep | Adj
וְ/עֶשְׂרִים֙
ʻesrîym
H6242
twenty
Conj | Adj
לְ/גִדַּ֔לְתִּי
Giddaltîy
H1437
Giddalti
Prep | 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 25:29
לִ/שְׁנַ֤יִם
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Prep | 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.
וְ/עֶשְׂרִים֙
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/גִדַּ֔לְתִּי
Giddaltîy
H1437
"Giddalti"
Prep | N-proper
Giddalti was a Levite living during the Divided Monarchy, son of Heman and brother of several musicians. His name means 'I make great'.
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), Uzziel (H5816J), Shebuel (H7619H), Jerimoth (H3406L), Hananiah (H2608P), Hanani (H2607H), Eliathah (H0448), Romamti-ezer (H7320), Joshbekashah (H3436), Mallothi (H4413), Hothir (H1956), Mahazioth (H4238) § Giddalti = "I make great" one of the sons of Heman, the king's seer
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Giddalti. See also: 1 Chronicles 25:4; 1 Chronicles 25:29.
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 25:29
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Context — Twenty-Four Divisions of Musicians
27the twentieth to Eliathah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
28the twenty-first to Hothir, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
29the twenty-second to Giddalti, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
30the twenty-third to Mahazioth, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; 31and the twenty-fourth to Romamti-ezer, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all.1 Chronicles 25:29 Summary
This verse tells us about Giddalti, a Levite who led a group of 12 musicians in the temple worship. Just like the other groups, they had 12 family members who served together, showing that worship is a family affair and that everyone has a role to play (see 1 Chronicles 25:1, Psalm 133:1). The organization of the musicians into groups ensured that the worship was continuous and orderly, just as God desires (1 Chronicles 16:4-6, Revelation 4:8). By looking at this verse, we can learn the importance of working together in harmony to worship God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the number 12 in 1 Chronicles 25:29?
The number 12 in this verse represents the number of family members, including sons and brothers, who were assigned to serve under Giddalti, as part of the Levitical musicians (see 1 Chronicles 25:1, Numbers 1:47-54).
Who was Giddalti and what was his role?
Giddalti was a Levite who was appointed as the leader of the twenty-second group of musicians in the temple worship, as instructed by King David and the prophets (1 Chronicles 25:1, 2 Chronicles 29:25).
Why were the musicians organized into groups?
The musicians were organized into groups to ensure that the worship in the temple was conducted in an orderly and continuous manner, as commanded by God (1 Chronicles 6:31-48, 1 Chronicles 16:4-6).
How does this verse relate to the broader context of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of a larger section that describes the organization of the Levites and the establishment of the temple worship, highlighting God's desire for order and harmony in worship (1 Chronicles 23-27, Exodus 25:1-22).
Reflection Questions
- What can I learn from the way Giddalti and his family served together in the temple worship?
- How can I apply the principle of orderly worship to my own life and community?
- What role do I play in the 'symphony' of worship and service in my church or community?
- How can I ensure that my own service to God is done in harmony with others, just like the musicians in 1 Chronicles 25?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 25:29
Ver. 29 [See comments on 1 Chronicles 25:9]