1 Chronicles 26:19
1 Chronicles 26:19 in Multiple Translations
These were the divisions of the gatekeepers who were descendants of Korah and Merari.
These are the divisions of the porters among the sons of Kore, and among the sons of Merari.
These were the courses of the doorkeepers; of the sons of the Korahites, and of the sons of Merari.
These were the divisions of door-keepers, of the sons of the Korahites and of the sons of Merari.
These were the divisions of the gatekeepers from the sons of Korah and the sons of Merari.
These are the diuisions of the porters of the sonnes of Kore, and of the sonnes of Merari.
These are the courses of the gatekeepers, of the sons of the Korhite, and of the sons of Merari.
These were the divisions of the doorkeepers; of the sons of the Korahites, and of the sons of Merari.
These are the divisions of the porters among the sons of Kore, and among the sons of Merari.
These are the divisions of the porters of the sons of Core, and of Merari.
Those were the groups of men who were descendants of Korah and Merari who guarded the gates of the temple.
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1 Chronicles 26:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אֵ֗לֶּה
מַחְלְקוֹת֙
הַ/שֹּׁ֣עֲרִ֔ים
לִ/בְנֵ֥י
הַ/קָּרְחִ֖י
וְ/לִ/בְנֵ֥י
מְרָרִֽי
אֵ֗לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
these
Pron
מַחְלְקוֹת֙
machălôqeth
H4256
division
N-fp
הַ/שֹּׁ֣עֲרִ֔ים
shôwʻêr
H7778
gatekeeper
Art | N-mp
לִ/בְנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
Prep | N-mp
הַ/קָּרְחִ֖י
Qorchîy
H7145
Korahite
Art | Ngmsa
וְ/לִ/בְנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
Conj | Prep | N-mp
מְרָרִֽי
Mᵉrârîy
H4847
Merari
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 26:19
אֵ֗לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
"these"
Pron
This Hebrew word is used to point out specific people or things, like saying 'these' or 'those'. It appears in the book of Genesis, where God says 'let there be light' and separates the light from the darkness.
Definition: 1) these 1a) used before antecedent 1b) used following antecedent Aramaic equivalent: el.leh (אֵלֶּה "these" H0429)
Usage: Occurs in 697 OT verses. KJV: an-(the) other; one sort, so, some, such, them, these (same), they, this, those, thus, which, who(-m). See also: Genesis 2:4; Exodus 35:1; Deuteronomy 1:35.
מַחְלְקוֹת֙
machălôqeth
H4256
"division"
N-fp
A division or section of people, including soldiers, priests, and Levites, as described in the Bible's accounts of the Israelites' military and priestly organizations.
Definition: 1) division, course, class, share, allotment 1a) division, part 1b) division, class, course 1b1) of priests, Levites (technical term of organisation) Aramaic equivalent: mach.le.qah (מַחְלְקָה "class" H4255)
Usage: Occurs in 36 OT verses. KJV: company, course, division, portion. See also H5555 (סֶלַע הַמַּחְלְקוֹת). See also: Joshua 11:23; 1 Chronicles 27:12; Ezekiel 48:29.
הַ/שֹּׁ֣עֲרִ֔ים
shôwʻêr
H7778
"gatekeeper"
Art | N-mp
A gatekeeper or porter was a person responsible for guarding and maintaining a gate or door. This word is used to describe someone who controls access to a building or area. In the Bible, it is translated as doorkeeper or porter.
Definition: gatekeeper, porter
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: doorkeeper, porter. See also: 2 Samuel 18:26; 2 Chronicles 23:4; Nehemiah 13:5.
לִ/בְנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
"son"
Prep | 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.
הַ/קָּרְחִ֖י
Qorchîy
H7145
"Korahite"
Art | Ngmsa
A Korahite was a descendant of Korah, a Levite who lived during the time of the Exodus. Korahites were a group of people who descended from Korah, son of Izhar.
Definition: Someone descended from Korah who was a man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.6.21; son of: Izhar (H3324); brother of: Nepheg (H5298), Zichri (H2147) and Shelomith (H8019A); father of: Assir (H0617), Elkanah (H0511) and Ebiasaph (H0043) Group of qo.rach (קֹ֫רַח "Korah" H7141I) § Korahite = "one of Korah" descendants of Korah the son of Levi
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Korahite, Korathite, sons of Kore, Korhite. See also: Exodus 6:24; 1 Chronicles 12:7; 2 Chronicles 20:19.
וְ/לִ/בְנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
"son"
Conj | Prep | 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.
מְרָרִֽי
Mᵉrârîy
H4847
"Merari"
N-proper
Merari was a man in the Bible, the third son of Levi and head of a family of Levites. His name means 'bitter' and he's mentioned in Genesis as an ancestor of the tribe of Levi.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.11; son of: Levi (H3878); brother of: Gershon (H1648), Kohath (H6955) and Jochebed (H3115); father of: Mahli (H4249), Mushi (H4187) and Jaaziah (H3269) Also named: me.ra.ri (מְרָרִי "Merari" H4848) § Merari = "bitter" the 3rd son of Levi and head of a Levitical family
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: Merari. See also H4848 (מְרָרִי). See also: Genesis 46:11; 1 Chronicles 6:1; Ezra 8:19.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 26:19
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- Barnes' Notes on 1 Chronicles 26:19
Context — The Divisions of the Gatekeepers
17Each day there were six Levites on the east, four on the north, four on the south, and two pairs at the storehouse.
18As for the court on the west, there were four at the highway and two at the court.
19These were the divisions of the gatekeepers who were descendants of Korah and Merari.
20Now their fellow Levites were in charge of the treasuries of the house of God and the treasuries of the dedicated things. 21From the descendants of Ladan, who were Gershonites through Ladan and heads of the families of Ladan the Gershonite, were Jehieli,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Numbers 16:11 | Therefore, it is you and all your followers who have conspired against the LORD! As for Aaron, who is he that you should grumble against him?” |
1 Chronicles 26:19 Summary
This verse talks about the gatekeepers who were in charge of guarding the temple gates. They were descendants of Korah and Merari, and they played a crucial role in maintaining the temple's security. Just like the gatekeepers, we have our own roles and responsibilities to fulfill, and we can learn from their example of faithfulness and integrity (as seen in 1 Chronicles 9:17-27). By prioritizing our responsibilities and working together with others, we can build strong and secure communities, just like the temple in Jerusalem (as described in 1 Kings 8:1-66).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were the gatekeepers mentioned in 1 Chronicles 26:19?
The gatekeepers were descendants of Korah and Merari, who were Levites assigned to guard the gates of the temple, as seen in other parts of the Bible such as 1 Chronicles 9:17-27 and 1 Chronicles 15:23-24.
What was the significance of the gatekeepers in the temple?
The gatekeepers played a crucial role in maintaining the temple's security and order, as they were responsible for controlling access to the temple and its surroundings, similar to the role of the Levites in Numbers 3:6-10 and 1 Chronicles 23:28-32.
How did the divisions of the gatekeepers reflect the broader organization of the Levites?
The divisions of the gatekeepers reflected the overall organization of the Levites, who were divided into different clans and families, each with their own responsibilities, as described in 1 Chronicles 23:1-26:32 and Numbers 3:1-4:49.
What can we learn from the fact that the gatekeepers were descendants of Korah and Merari?
The fact that the gatekeepers were descendants of Korah and Merari highlights the importance of family lineage and heritage in the biblical world, as seen in other passages such as Exodus 6:16-25 and Numbers 3:1-4.
Reflection Questions
- What role do I play in maintaining order and security in my own community, and how can I fulfill that role with faithfulness and integrity?
- How do I prioritize my responsibilities and assignments, just as the gatekeepers prioritized their role in guarding the temple?
- In what ways can I reflect the character of the gatekeepers, who were faithful stewards of their responsibilities, in my own life and relationships?
- What can I learn from the example of the Levites, who were organized and divided according to their clans and families, about the importance of community and teamwork?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 26:19
These are the divisions of the porters among the sons of Kore, and among the sons of Merari.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 26:19
These are the divisions of the porters among the sons of Kore, and among the sons of Merari. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 26:19
(19) These are the divisions of the porters.—These are the courses of the porters, belonging to the sons of the Korhite, and to the sons of Merari. This concluding remark proves that only the Kohathite and Merarite divisions of Levi had part in the duty of Temple-warders. The Gershonites were not represented among the porters (see 1 Chronicles 26:1; 1 Chronicles 26:10).
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 26:19
19. These … Merari] R.V. These were the courses of the door-keepers; of the sons of the Korahites, and of the sons of Merari.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Chronicles 26:19
The divisions of the porters - The account of the porters here given makes them only twenty-four in number at any one time; 1 Chronicles 23:5 states that the duty was discharged by 4,000 persons.