1 Chronicles 25:7
1 Chronicles 25:7 in Multiple Translations
Together with their relatives, who were all trained and skillful in the songs of the LORD, they numbered 288.
So the number of them, with their brethren that were instructed in the songs of the LORD, even all that were cunning, was two hundred fourscore and eight.
And the number of them, with their brethren that were instructed in singing unto Jehovah, even all that were skilful, was two hundred fourscore and eight.
And the number of them, with their brothers who were trained and expert in making melody to the Lord, was two hundred and eighty-eight.
Along with their relatives, all of them trained and skilled in singing to the Lord, they totaled 288.
So was their nomber with their brethre that were instruct in ye songs of the Lord, euen of al that were cunning, two hundreth foure score and eight.
And their number, with their brethren — taught in the song of Jehovah, all who are intelligent — is two hundred, eighty and eight.
The number of them, with their brothers who were instructed in singing to the LORD, even all who were skillful, was two hundred eighty-eight.
So the number of them, with their brethren that were instructed in the songs of the LORD, even all that were skillful, was two hundred and eighty eight.
And the number of them with their brethren, that taught the song of the Lord, all the teachers, were two hundred and eighty-eight,
Those men and their relatives were all trained and skilled for playing musical instruments in the temple. That was their work for Yahweh. Including their relatives, there were 288 of them.
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1 Chronicles 25:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְהִ֤י
מִסְפָּרָ/ם֙
עִם
אֲחֵי/הֶ֔ם
מְלֻמְּדֵי
שִׁ֖יר
לַ/יהוָ֑ה
כָּל
הַ֨/מֵּבִ֔ין
מָאתַ֖יִם
שְׁמוֹנִ֥ים
וּ/שְׁמוֹנָֽה
וַ/יְהִ֤י
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
מִסְפָּרָ/ם֙
miçpâr
H4557
number
N-ms | Suff
עִם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep
אֲחֵי/הֶ֔ם
ʼâch
H251
brother
N-mp | Suff
מְלֻמְּדֵי
lâmad
H3925
to learn
V-Pual-Inf-c
שִׁ֖יר
shîyr
H7892
song
N-cs
לַ/יהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Prep | N-proper
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
הַ֨/מֵּבִ֔ין
bîyn
H995
to understand
Art | V-Hiphil
מָאתַ֖יִם
mêʼâh
H3967
hundred
Adj
שְׁמוֹנִ֥ים
shᵉmônîym
H8084
eighty
Adj
וּ/שְׁמוֹנָֽה
shᵉmôneh
H8083
eight
Conj | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 25:7
וַ/יְהִ֤י
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
מִסְפָּרָ/ם֙
miçpâr
H4557
"number"
N-ms | Suff
This word refers to a number or quantity, whether large or small, and can also mean a narrative or story. It is used in many biblical contexts to describe counting or recounting events. In the Bible, it appears in passages about census and genealogy.
Definition: 1) number, tale 1a) number 1a1) number 1a2) innumerable (with negative) 1a3) few, numerable (alone) 1a4) by count, in number, according to number (with prep) 1b) recounting, relation
Usage: Occurs in 129 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] abundance, account, [idiom] all, [idiom] few, (in-) finite, (certain) number(-ed), tale, telling, [phrase] time. See also: Genesis 34:30; 1 Chronicles 12:24; Psalms 40:13.
עִם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
אֲחֵי/הֶ֔ם
ʼâch
H251
"brother"
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.
מְלֻמְּדֵי
lâmad
H3925
"to learn"
V-Pual-Inf-c
To learn or teach in the Bible means to guide someone, like using a rod to direct an animal. It is about instructing or training someone, as seen in Proverbs and Psalms. Teaching is an important theme in the Bible.
Definition: : teach 1) to learn. teach, exercise in 1a) (Qal) to learn 1b) (Piel) to teach 1c) (Pual) to be taught, be trained Also means: la.mad (לָמַד ": learn" H3925H)
Usage: Occurs in 80 OT verses. KJV: (un-) accustomed, [idiom] diligently, expert, instruct, learn, skilful, teach(-er, -ing). See also: Deuteronomy 4:1; Psalms 119:66; Psalms 18:35.
שִׁ֖יר
shîyr
H7892
"song"
N-cs
This word refers to a song or singing, and it is used in the Bible to describe musical expressions of praise and worship, like the songs of David in the book of Psalms. It can also be used to describe a specific song or ode.
Definition: 1) song 1a) lyric song 1b) religious song 1c) song of Levitical choirs Also means: shi.rah (שִׁירָה "song" H7892B)
Usage: Occurs in 87 OT verses. KJV: musical(-ick), [idiom] sing(-er, -ing), song. See also: Genesis 31:27; Psalms 76:1; Psalms 18:1.
לַ/יהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
Prep | N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
הַ֨/מֵּבִ֔ין
bîyn
H995
"to understand"
Art | V-Hiphil
To understand or discern, this verb means to separate mentally and know something with your mind, as seen in Proverbs where it talks about gaining insight.
Definition: 1) to discern, understand, consider 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to perceive, discern 1a2) to understand, know (with the mind) 1a3) to observe, mark, give heed to, distinguish, consider 1a4) to have discernment, insight, understanding 1b) (Niphal) to be discerning, intelligent, discreet, have understanding 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to understand 1c2) to cause to understand, give understanding, teach 1d) (Hithpolel) to show oneself discerning or attentive, consider diligently 1e) (Polel) to teach, instruct 2) (TWOT) prudent, regard
Usage: Occurs in 162 OT verses. KJV: attend, consider, be cunning, diligently, direct, discern, eloquent, feel, inform, instruct, have intelligence, know, look well to, mark, perceive, be prudent, regard, (can) skill(-full), teach, think, (cause, make to, get, give, have) understand(-ing), view, (deal) wise(-ly, man). See also: Genesis 41:33; Psalms 139:2; Psalms 5:2.
מָאתַ֖יִם
mêʼâh
H3967
"hundred"
Adj
Means a hundred, used as a simple number or part of a larger number in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including fractions like one one-hundredth. Found in books like Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: 1) hundred 1a) as simple number 1b) as part of larger number 1c) as a fraction-one one-hundredth (1/100) Aramaic equivalent: me.ah (מְאָה "hundred" H3969)
Usage: Occurs in 511 OT verses. KJV: hundred((-fold), -th), [phrase] sixscore. See also: Genesis 5:3; Numbers 2:6; Judges 18:17.
שְׁמוֹנִ֥ים
shᵉmônîym
H8084
"eighty"
Adj
This Hebrew word means eighty or eightieth, used in numbers and counting. It appears in the Bible to describe quantities and ages. In Genesis and other books, it is used to count people, animals, and years.
Definition: 1) eighty, fourscore 1a) eighty (as cardinal number) 1b) eightieth (as ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: eighty(-ieth), fourscore. See also: Genesis 5:25; 2 Kings 19:35; Psalms 90:10.
וּ/שְׁמוֹנָֽה
shᵉmôneh
H8083
"eight"
Conj | Adj
The Hebrew word for the number eight, which was considered a special number in biblical times. It is used to describe quantities, such as eight days or eight years, and also appears in ordinal forms, like eighth or eighth day.
Definition: 1) eight, eighth 1a) eight (as cardinal number) 1b) eighth (as ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers
Usage: Occurs in 105 OT verses. KJV: eight(-een, -eenth), eighth. See also: Genesis 5:4; 1 Chronicles 16:38; Jeremiah 32:1.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 25:7
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- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 25:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 25:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:7
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:7
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:7
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:7
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 25:7
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Chronicles 25:7
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:7
Context — Twenty-Four Divisions of Musicians
5All these sons of Heman the king’s seer were given him through the promises of God to exalt him, for God had given Heman fourteen sons and three daughters.
6All these were under the direction of their fathers for the music of the house of the LORD with cymbals, harps, and lyres, for the service of the house of God. Asaph, Jeduthun, and Heman were under the direction of the king.
7Together with their relatives, who were all trained and skillful in the songs of the LORD, they numbered 288.
8They cast lots for their duties, young and old alike, teacher as well as pupil. 9The first lot, which was for Asaph, fell to Joseph, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the second to Gedaliah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 23:5 | 4,000 are to be gatekeepers, and 4,000 are to praise the LORD with the instruments I have made for giving praise.” |
1 Chronicles 25:7 Summary
[This verse tells us that there were 288 musicians, including their relatives, who were skilled in singing songs to the Lord, and they all worked together to lead the people in worship. This shows us the importance of music and singing in our worship, as seen in Psalm 100:1-5. Just like these musicians, we can use our own talents and skills to honor God and serve others, as encouraged in 1 Corinthians 10:31. By trusting in God's provision and sovereignty, we can cultivate a deeper sense of reverence and joy in our worship, just like the musicians in 1 Chronicles 25:7.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that these relatives were 'trained and skillful in the songs of the LORD'?
This phrase suggests that they had a deep understanding of the Lord's songs, possibly referring to the psalms and hymns found in the book of Psalms, such as Psalm 100:1-5, and had the skill to perform them in a way that honored God.
Why is the number 288 significant in this verse?
The number 288 is significant because it represents the total number of skilled musicians, including their relatives, who were available to serve in the house of the Lord, as seen in 1 Chronicles 25:7, and it highlights the abundance of resources God provided for the worship of His people.
How did these musicians contribute to the worship in the house of the Lord?
These musicians, under the direction of their fathers and the king, used their skills to lead the people in worship, using instruments such as cymbals, harps, and lyres, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 25:6, to create a joyful and reverent atmosphere, similar to the worship described in Psalm 150:3-5.
What can we learn from the organization and structure of these musicians?
The fact that they cast lots for their duties, as seen in 1 Chronicles 25:8, shows that they trusted in God's sovereignty and provision, and we can learn from their example by trusting God in our own lives and ministries, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6.
Reflection Questions
- What role do music and singing play in my own worship and devotion to God, and how can I use these gifts to honor Him?
- How can I, like these musicians, use my own skills and talents to serve and glorify God in my community?
- What does it mean to be 'trained and skillful' in the things of God, and how can I cultivate this kind of spiritual maturity in my own life?
- In what ways can I trust in God's sovereignty and provision, like these musicians did, and how can I apply this trust to my own life and circumstances?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 25:7
So the number of them, with their brethren,.... Who each of them had twelve with them, as after reckoned: that were instructed in the songs of the Lord; taught how to sing them: [even] all that were
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 25:7
So the number of them, with their brethren that were instructed in the songs of the LORD, even all that were cunning, was two hundred fourscore and eight. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:7
All that were cunning; who were so skilful that they were able to teach others. Two hundred fourscore and eight; which, together with their scholars, make up the four thousand mentioned .
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:7
1 Chronicles 25:7 So the number of them, with their brethren that were instructed in the songs of the LORD, [even] all that were cunning, was two hundred fourscore and eight.Ver. 7. Were two hundred fourscore and eight.] That served in the temple; the rest of the four thousand were employed, some think, in the synagogues.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:7
(7) So the number of them, with their brethren . . . was two hundred fourscore and eight.—This total of two hundred and eighty-eight skilled musicians (24 × 12) shows that each of the twenty-four leading minstrels, called in 1 Chronicles 25:2-4 the “sons” of Asaph, Jeduthun, and Heman, was associated with a company of eleven “brethren,” who were experts in the chanting of the sanctuary. The twenty-four leaders accompanied the singing of their choirs with instrumental music.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:7
Verse 7. Two hundred fourscore and eight.] That it twelve classes of twenty-four Levites each; for two hundred and eighty-eight divided by twelve quotes twenty-four.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 25:7
7. in the songs of the Lord] R.V. in singing unto the LORD. cunning] R.V. skilful; as 1 Chronicles 15:22, where the same Heb. word is used. two hundred fourscore and eight] The number corresponds with the twenty-four courses of twelve members each about to be enumerated.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Chronicles 25:7
With their brethren - i. e., “with others of the tribe of Levi.” Each son of Asaph, Jeduthun, and Heman, was at the head of a band of twelve skilled musicians, consisting partly of his own sons,
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 25:7
7. All that were cunning — All that were skilled or disciplined in the service of song.