1 Chronicles 26:3
1 Chronicles 26:3 in Multiple Translations
Elam the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, and Eliehoenai the seventh.
Elam the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, Elioenai the seventh.
Elam the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, Eliehoenai the seventh.
Elam the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, Eliehoenai the seventh.
Elam (fifth), Jehohanan (sixth), and Eliehoenai (seventh).
Elam the fift, Ichohanan the sixt, and Eliehoenai the seuenth.
Elam the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, Elioenai the seventh.
Elam the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, and Eliehoenai the seventh.
Elam the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, Elioenai the seventh.
Elam the fifth, Johanan the sixth, Elioenai the seventh.
Elam, Jehohanan, and Eliehoenai.
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1 Chronicles 26:3 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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עֵילָ֤ם
הַ/חֲמִישִׁי֙
יְהוֹחָנָ֣ן
הַ/שִּׁשִּׁ֔י
אֶלְיְהוֹעֵינַ֖י
הַ/שְּׁבִיעִֽי
עֵילָ֤ם
ʻÊylâm
H5867
Elam
N-proper
הַ/חֲמִישִׁי֙
chămîyshîy
H2549
fifth
Art | Adj
יְהוֹחָנָ֣ן
Yᵉhôwchânân
H3076
Jehohanan
N-proper
הַ/שִּׁשִּׁ֔י
shishshîy
H8345
sixth
Art | Adj
אֶלְיְהוֹעֵינַ֖י
ʼElyᵉhôwʻêynay
H454
Eliehoenai
N-proper
הַ/שְּׁבִיעִֽי
shᵉbîyʻîy
H7637
seventh
Art | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 26:3
עֵילָ֤ם
ʻÊylâm
H5867
"Elam"
N-proper
Elam refers to a son of Shem and his descendants, as well as a region, first mentioned in Genesis 10:22. The name means eternity. Elam is also the name of several Israelites, including one mentioned in Nehemiah 12:42.
Definition: § Elam = "eternity" a province east of Babylon and northeast of the lower Tigris
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: Elam. See also: Genesis 10:22; Nehemiah 10:15; Isaiah 11:11.
הַ/חֲמִישִׁי֙
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.
יְהוֹחָנָ֣ן
Yᵉhôwchânân
H3076
"Jehohanan"
N-proper
Jehohanan means Jehovah has graced, and was the name of eight Israelites, including a priest and a high priest, in the time of Exile and Return. He is mentioned in Nehemiah 12:42.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.42 § Jehohanan = "Jehovah has graced" 1) a priest during the high priesthood of Joiakim who returned with Zerubbabel 2) a high priest in the time of Ezra 3) a Levite priest who took part in the dedication of the wall in the time of Nehemiah 4) son of Tobiah 5) a Korhite Levite and one of the doorkeepers to the tabernacle in the time of David 6) a captain of Judah under king Jehoshaphat 7) an Ephraimite 8) an Israelite with a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 9) a Jewish captain after the fall of Jerusalem 10) the eldest son of king Josiah 11) a post-exilic prince of the line of David 12) father of Azariah, priest in Solomon's time 13) a Benjamite, one of David's mighty warriors 14) a Gadite, one of David's mighty warriors 15) a returning exile
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: Jehohanan, Johanan. Compare H3110 (יוֹחָנָן). See also: 1 Chronicles 12:5; 2 Chronicles 28:12; Nehemiah 12:42.
הַ/שִּׁשִּׁ֔י
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.
אֶלְיְהוֹעֵינַ֖י
ʼElyᵉhôwʻêynay
H454
"Eliehoenai"
N-proper
Elioenai was a common name among Israelites, meaning 'unto Jehovah are my eyes', found in Nehemiah and Ezra.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.8.4; son of: Zerahiah (H2228H) § Elioenai or Elihoenai = "unto Jehovah are my eyes" 1) a descendant of David 2) a Simeonite 3) a Benjamite, a son of Becher 4) priests in time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Elihoenai, Elionai. See also: 1 Chronicles 3:23; 1 Chronicles 26:3; Nehemiah 12:41.
הַ/שְּׁבִיעִֽי
shᵉbîyʻîy
H7637
"seventh"
Art | Adj
The Hebrew word for seventh, this term is an ordinal number used to describe something in the seventh position. It appears in the Bible as seventh time.
Definition: 1) seventh 1a) ordinal number
Usage: Occurs in 94 OT verses. KJV: seventh (time). See also: Genesis 2:2; Numbers 29:12; Jeremiah 28:17.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 26:3
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Context — The Divisions of the Gatekeepers
1These were the divisions of the gatekeepers: From the Korahites: Meshelemiah son of Kore, one of the sons of Asaph.
2Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth,
3Elam the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, and Eliehoenai the seventh.
4And Obed-edom also had sons: Shemaiah the firstborn, Jehozabad the second, Joah the third, Sachar the fourth, Nethanel the fifth, 5Ammiel the sixth, Issachar the seventh, and Peullethai the eighth. For God had blessed Obed-edom.1 Chronicles 26:3 Summary
This verse lists the sons of Meshelemiah, who were gatekeepers in the temple. Elam, Jehohanan, and Eliehoenai are specifically named as the fifth, sixth, and seventh sons. This shows us that God cares about every person and their role, no matter how big or small it may seem, as seen in Matthew 10:29-31. Just like the gatekeepers had important jobs, we each have our own responsibilities and gifts to use for God's glory, as mentioned in 1 Peter 4:10-11.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the gatekeepers in 1 Chronicles 26:3?
The gatekeepers, including Elam, Jehohanan, and Eliehoenai, played a crucial role in the organization and security of the temple, as seen in 1 Chronicles 9:17-27 and Psalm 84:10, where they are mentioned as being responsible for the gates and the treasures of the house of God.
Why are the sons of Meshelemiah listed in this verse?
The sons of Meshelemiah, including Elam, Jehohanan, and Eliehoenai, are listed to show the organization and structure of the gatekeepers, as well as to highlight their importance in the temple services, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 15:18 and 1 Chronicles 16:38.
What can we learn from the numbering of the sons in this verse?
The numbering of the sons, with Elam being the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, and Eliehoenai the seventh, demonstrates the importance of order and structure in the biblical account, as seen in other lists such as Genesis 5:1-32 and Exodus 1:1-7.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of a larger section in 1 Chronicles that deals with the organization and administration of the temple, highlighting the importance of the Levites and their roles, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 23:1-26:32 and 1 Chronicles 28:1-29:9.
Reflection Questions
- What does the listing of the gatekeepers' sons reveal about God's attention to detail and order in our lives?
- How can we apply the principles of organization and structure seen in this verse to our own lives and ministries?
- What does the mention of Elam, Jehohanan, and Eliehoenai as specific individuals contribute to our understanding of the importance of each person's role in the kingdom of God?
- In what ways can we, like the gatekeepers, be faithful stewards of the responsibilities and gifts God has given us, as seen in 1 Corinthians 4:2 and Matthew 25:14-30?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 26:3
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Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 26:3
And the sons of Meshelemiah were, Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 26:3
(3) Jehohanan (Jah bestowed), the full form of Johanan, John. Elioenai.—Heb., Elyĕ ?hô-çnai (mine eyes are towards Jehovah. Comp. Psalms 123), the full form of Elyô-çnai (1 Chronicles 3:24).
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 26:3
3. Elioenai] R.V. Eliehoenai. The form differs from that in 1 Chronicles 3:23, but has the same meaning, viz., “Mine eyes are towards Jehovah.”