1 Chronicles 27:11
1 Chronicles 27:11 in Multiple Translations
The eighth, for the eighth month, was Sibbecai the Hushathite, a Zerahite. There were 24,000 men in his division.
The eighth captain for the eighth month was Sibbecai the Hushathite, of the Zarhites: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.
The eighth captain for the eighth month was Sibbecai the Hushathite, of the Zerahites: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.
The eighth captain for the eighth month was Sibbecai the Hushathite, of the Zerahites; and in his division were twenty-four thousand.
The eighth, for the eighth month, was Sibbecai the Hushathite, a Zerahite. He had 24,000 men in his division.
The eight for the eight moneth was Sibbecai the Hushathite of the Zarhites: and in his course foure and twentie thousand.
The eighth, for the eighth month, [is] Sibbecai the Hushathite, of the Zarhite, and on his course [are] twenty and four thousand.
The eighth captain for the eighth month was Sibbecai the Hushathite, of the Zerahites. In his division were twenty-four thousand.
The eighth captain for the eighth month was Sibbecai the Hushathite, of the Zarhites: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.
The eighth, for the eighth month, was Sobochai a Husathite of the race of Zarahi: and in his company were four and twenty thousand.
The commander for the following/eighth month was Sibbecai, a descendant of Zerah from Hushah town.
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1 Chronicles 27:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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הַ/שְּׁמִינִי֙
לַ/חֹ֣דֶשׁ
הַ/שְּׁמִינִ֔י
סִבְּכַ֥י
הַ/חֻשָׁתִ֖י
לַ/זַּרְחִ֑י
וְ/עַל֙
מַחֲלֻקְתּ֔/וֹ
עֶשְׂרִ֥ים
וְ/אַרְבָּעָ֖ה
אָֽלֶף
הַ/שְּׁמִינִי֙
shᵉmîynîy
H8066
eighth
Art | Adj
לַ/חֹ֣דֶשׁ
chôdesh
H2320
month
Prep | N-ms
הַ/שְּׁמִינִ֔י
shᵉmîynîy
H8066
eighth
Art | Adj
סִבְּכַ֥י
Çibbᵉkay
H5444
Sibbecai
N-proper
הַ/חֻשָׁתִ֖י
Chushâthîy
H2843
Hushathite
Art | Ngmsa
לַ/זַּרְחִ֑י
Zarchîy
H2227
Zerahite
Prep | Ngmsa
וְ/עַל֙
ʻal
H5921
upon
Conj | Prep
מַחֲלֻקְתּ֔/וֹ
machălôqeth
H4256
division
N-fs | Suff
עֶשְׂרִ֥ים
ʻesrîym
H6242
twenty
Adj
וְ/אַרְבָּעָ֖ה
ʼarbaʻ
H702
four
Conj | Adj
אָֽלֶף
ʼeleph
H505
thousand
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 27:11
הַ/שְּׁמִינִי֙
shᵉmîynîy
H8066
"eighth"
Art | Adj
The Hebrew word for eighth, used to describe order or sequence, like the eighth day of a festival. It appears in 1 Kings 12:32 and Ezekiel 46:1. This number signifies completion or fulfillment.
Definition: eighth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: eight. See also: Exodus 22:29; Numbers 29:35; Zechariah 1:1.
לַ/חֹ֣דֶשׁ
chôdesh
H2320
"month"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew term for month, specifically referring to the new moon and the lunar cycle, as described in the book of Exodus and the festivals of Israel. It marks the beginning of a new month in the Hebrew calendar.
Definition: : month 1) the new moon, month, monthly 1a) the first day of the month 1b) the lunar month
Usage: Occurs in 224 OT verses. KJV: month(-ly), new moon. See also: Genesis 7:11; 1 Chronicles 3:4; Psalms 81:4.
הַ/שְּׁמִינִ֔י
shᵉmîynîy
H8066
"eighth"
Art | Adj
The Hebrew word for eighth, used to describe order or sequence, like the eighth day of a festival. It appears in 1 Kings 12:32 and Ezekiel 46:1. This number signifies completion or fulfillment.
Definition: eighth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: eight. See also: Exodus 22:29; Numbers 29:35; Zechariah 1:1.
סִבְּכַ֥י
Çibbᵉkay
H5444
"Sibbecai"
N-proper
Sibbecai was an Israelite warrior and one of David's captains. He is mentioned in 2 Samuel as a brave fighter and leader of 24,000 men. His name means 'weaver'
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.21.18; also called Mebunnai (NIV: Sibbekai) at 2Sa.23.27; Also named: me.vun.nay (מְבֻנַּי "Mebunnai" H4012) § Sibbecai or Sibbechai = "weaver" one of David's guard and 8th captain for the 8th month of 24,000 men of the king's army; a Judaite, descendant of Zerah and called the 'Hushathite'
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Sibbecai, Sibbechai. See also: 2 Samuel 21:18; 1 Chronicles 20:4; 1 Chronicles 27:11.
הַ/חֻשָׁתִ֖י
Chushâthîy
H2843
"Hushathite"
Art | Ngmsa
Describes someone from the family line of Hushah, like two of David's mighty warriors in 2 Samuel 21:18.
Definition: Someone descended from Hushath(?), first mentioned at 2Sa.21.18 § Hushathite = "inhabitant of Hushah" an inhabitant of Hushah or a descendant of Hushah; the designation given to two of David's mighty warriors
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Hushathite. See also: 2 Samuel 21:18; 1 Chronicles 11:29; 1 Chronicles 27:11.
לַ/זַּרְחִ֑י
Zarchîy
H2227
"Zerahite"
Prep | Ngmsa
A Zerahite is a descendant of Zerach, a man from the tribe of Simeon. The Zerahites are mentioned in the Bible as a family group. In the KJV, they're referred to as 'Zarchites'.
Definition: Someone descended from Zerah who was a man of the tribe of Simeon living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.10; son of: Simeon (H8095); brother of: Jemuel (H3223), Jamin (H3226), Ohad (H0161), Jachin (H3199) and Shaul (H7586H); also called Zerah at Num.26.13,20; 2x27.11,13; Group of ze.rach (זֶ֫רַח "Zerah" H2226L) § Zarhites , of Zerah descendants of Zerah
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Zarchite. See also: Numbers 26:13; Joshua 7:17; 1 Chronicles 27:13.
וְ/עַל֙
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
מַחֲלֻקְתּ֔/וֹ
machălôqeth
H4256
"division"
N-fs | Suff
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.
עֶשְׂרִ֥ים
ʻesrîym
H6242
"twenty"
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.
וְ/אַרְבָּעָ֖ה
ʼarbaʻ
H702
"four"
Conj | Adj
The number four is a simple counting number in Hebrew, used to describe quantities of things, such as people, objects, or groups.
Definition: four
Usage: Occurs in 277 OT verses. KJV: four. See also: Genesis 2:10; Judges 20:47; Esther 9:21.
אָֽלֶף
ʼeleph
H505
"thousand"
Adj
A thousand, as in Exodus 20:6 where God shows love to thousands of people. It represents a large number or a company of people under one leader, like an army or a group of soldiers.
Definition: : thousand 1) a thousand 1a) as numeral 2) a thousand, company 2a) as a company of men under one leader, troops
Usage: Occurs in 390 OT verses. KJV: thousand. See also: Genesis 20:16; Joshua 3:4; 2 Kings 18:23.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 27:11
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- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 27:11
Context — Twelve Captains for Twelve Months
9The sixth, for the sixth month, was Ira son of Ikkesh the Tekoite. There were 24,000 men in his division.
10The seventh, for the seventh month, was Helez the Pelonite, an Ephraimite. There were 24,000 men in his division.
11The eighth, for the eighth month, was Sibbecai the Hushathite, a Zerahite. There were 24,000 men in his division.
12The ninth, for the ninth month, was Abiezer the Anathothite, a Benjamite. There were 24,000 men in his division. 13The tenth, for the tenth month, was Maharai the Netophathite, a Zerahite. There were 24,000 men in his division.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Samuel 21:18 | Some time later at Gob, there was another battle with the Philistines. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Saph, one of the descendants of Rapha. |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 11:29 | Sibbecai the Hushathite, Ilai the Ahohite, |
| 3 | Numbers 26:20 | These were the descendants of Judah by their clans: The Shelanite clan from Shelah, the Perezite clan from Perez, and the Zerahite clan from Zerah. |
1 Chronicles 27:11 Summary
In 1 Chronicles 27:11, we learn about Sibbecai, a brave military leader who served under King David. He was in charge of the eighth division, which had 24,000 men, and they served for the eighth month (as seen in 1 Chronicles 27:1-15). This system of divisions and rotations allowed the army to be well-organized and effective, much like how God desires for us to be organized and faithful in our own lives, as seen in Proverbs 24:3-4 and 1 Corinthians 14:33. By studying Sibbecai's example, we can learn the importance of leadership, teamwork, and trust in God's plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Sibbecai the Hushathite in 1 Chronicles 27:11?
Sibbecai was a military leader in King David's army, specifically over the eighth division for the eighth month, as stated in 1 Chronicles 27:11. We can learn more about his bravery in 2 Samuel 21:18 and 1 Chronicles 20:4.
What was the significance of the divisions in 1 Chronicles 27:11?
The divisions were groups of 24,000 men, each led by a different commander, who served for a month at a time, as seen in 1 Chronicles 27:1-15. This system allowed for efficient management of the army and ensured that each division had a chance to rest and recover.
What does it mean to be a Zerahite, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 27:11?
A Zerahite was a descendant of Zerah, a son of Judah, as mentioned in Genesis 38:30 and 1 Chronicles 2:4. This indicates that Sibbecai was from the tribe of Judah, highlighting the diversity of King David's army.
How does 1 Chronicles 27:11 relate to the rest of the Bible?
The organization of the army in 1 Chronicles 27:11 reflects the importance of leadership, strategy, and teamwork, as seen in other biblical accounts, such as Exodus 18:13-27 and Numbers 1:1-54, where Moses and the Israelites organized their army for battle.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn from Sibbecai's leadership and his role in King David's army?
- How does the concept of divisions and rotations in 1 Chronicles 27:11 apply to our own lives and responsibilities?
- What does this verse reveal about God's plan for organization and leadership in our lives and communities?
- How can we, like Sibbecai, serve faithfully in our own roles and responsibilities, trusting in God's sovereignty?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 27:11
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 27:2]
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 27:11
The eighth captain for the eighth month was Sibbecai the Hushathite, of the Zarhites: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:11
Of the Zarhites; of the family of the Zarhites.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:11
(9-14) Comp. 1 Chronicles 11:27-31 for the names here given.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 27:11
11. Sibbecai the Hushathite] Cp. 1 Chronicles 11:29, notes. Zarhties] R.V. Zerahites (also 1 Chronicles 27:13). Descendants of Zerah, son of Judah; 1 Chronicles 2:4.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:11
THE TWELVE , 1-15.“The military force was distributed into twelve legions of 24,000 men each=288,000 men fit for service; each of these legions was on duty for a month at a time, and during the rest
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 27:11
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David's Mighty Men (2 Samuel 21:18-22) by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of David's mighty men in their corporate battle against the remnants of Goliath's lineage, illustrating the transition from individual |