1 Chronicles 27:12

Verse

The ninth, for the ninth month, was Abiezer the Anathothite, a Benjamite. There were 24,000 men in his division.

American Standard Version (1901)

The ninth captain for the ninth month was Abiezer the Anathothite, of the Benjamites: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.

Bible in Basic English

The ninth captain for the ninth month was Abiezer the Anathothite, of the Benjamites; and in his division were twenty-four thousand.

Douay-Rheims 1899

The ninth, for the ninth month, was Abiezer an Anathothite of the sons of Jemini, and in His company were four and twenty thousand.

Free Bible Version

The ninth, for the ninth month, was Abiezer the Anathothite of the tribe of Benjamin. He had 24,000 men in his division.

Geneva Bible 1599

The ninth for the ninth moneth was Abiezer the Anethothite of the sonnes of Iemini: and in his course foure and twentie thousand.

King James (Authorized) Version

The ninth captain for the ninth month was Abi-ezer the Anetothite, of the Benjamites: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.

Translation for Translators

The commander for the following/ninth month was Abiezer from Anathoth city in the tribe of Benjamin.

Unlocked Literal Bible

The commander for the ninth month was Abiezer the Anathothite, from the tribe of Benjamin. In his division were twenty-four thousand men.

Noah Webster Bible

The ninth captain for the ninth month was Abiezer the Anetothite, of the Benjaminites: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.

World English Bible

The ninth captain for the ninth month was Abiezer the Anathothite, of the Benjamites. In his division were twenty-four thousand.

Young's Literal Translation

The ninth, for the ninth month, [is] Abiezer the Antothite, of the Benjamite, and on his course [are] twenty and four thousand.

Context

Twelve Captains for Twelve Months

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.

Summary

This verse lists the tribal leaders who served as overseers for King David's property and livestock. Each leader was responsible for managing a specific month of the year, showcasing the organization and structure within David's kingdom. The detailed account reflects David's wisdom in delegating authority and ensuring the efficient administration of his kingdom. It also highlights the importance of leadership, accountability, and teamwork in maintaining order and productivity in any organization. Ultimately, this verse demonstrates the significance of proper management and stewardship in fulfilling God-given responsibilities.

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