1 Chronicles 27:21
1 Chronicles 27:21 in Multiple Translations
over the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead was Iddo son of Zechariah; over Benjamin was Jaasiel son of Abner;
Of the half tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah: of Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner:
of the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah: of Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner:
Of the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo, the son of Zechariah; of Benjamin, Jaasiel, the son of Abner;
for the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead: Iddo, son of Zechariah; for Benjamin: Jaasiel, son of Abner;
Ouer the other halfe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the sonne of Zechariah: ouer Beniamin, Iaasiel the sonne of Abner:
of the half of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo son of Zechariah; of Benjamin, Jaasiel son of Abner; of Dan, Azareel son of Jeroham:
of the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah; of Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner;
Of the half tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah: of Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner:
And over the half tribe of Manasses: in Galaad, Jaddo the son of Zacharias: and over Benjamin, Jasiel the son of Abner.
Iddo, the son of Zechariah, was the administrator of the eastern half of the tribe of Manasseh, in the Gilead region. Jaasiel, the son of Abner, was the administrator of the tribe of Benjamin.
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1 Chronicles 27:21 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לַ/חֲצִ֤י
הַֽ/מְנַשֶּׁה֙
גִּלְעָ֔דָ/ה
יִדּ֖וֹ
בֶּן
זְכַרְיָ֑הוּ
לְ/בִנְיָמִ֔ן
יַעֲשִׂיאֵ֖ל
בֶּן
אַבְנֵֽר
לַ/חֲצִ֤י
chêtsîy
H2677
half
Prep | N-ms
הַֽ/מְנַשֶּׁה֙
Mᵉnashsheh
H4519
Moses
Art | N-proper
גִּלְעָ֔דָ/ה
Gilʻâd
H1568
Gilead
N-proper | Suff
יִדּ֖וֹ
Yiddôw
H3035
Jaddai
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
זְכַרְיָ֑הוּ
Zᵉkaryâh
H2148
Zechariah
N-proper
לְ/בִנְיָמִ֔ן
Binyâmîyn
H1144
Benjamin
Prep | N-proper
יַעֲשִׂיאֵ֖ל
Yaʻăsîyʼêl
H3300
Jaasiel
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
אַבְנֵֽר
ʼAbnêr
H74
Abner
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 27:21
לַ/חֲצִ֤י
chêtsîy
H2677
"half"
Prep | N-ms
This word means half or middle, describing a division or a part of something. It is used to talk about physical things or time, like half of the day. The Bible uses it in various contexts.
Definition: 1) half 1a) half 1b) middle
Usage: Occurs in 101 OT verses. KJV: half, middle, mid(-night), midst, part, two parts. See also: Exodus 12:29; Ruth 3:8; Psalms 102:25.
הַֽ/מְנַשֶּׁה֙
Mᵉnashsheh
H4519
"Moses"
Art | N-proper
Manasseh was a grandson of Jacob and the ancestor of a large tribe in the Bible, mentioned in Genesis 41:51 and throughout the book of Numbers.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.2.10; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Aaron (H0175) and Miriam (H4813); married to Zipporah (H6855); father of: Gershom (H1647) and Eliezer (H0461H); also called Manasseh at Jdg.18.30(?) Another name of mo.sheh (מֹשֶׁה "Moses" H4872) § Manasseh = "causing to forget" 1) the eldest son of Joseph and progenitor of the tribe of Manasseh 1a) the tribe descended from Manasseh 1b) the territory occupied by the tribe of Manasseh 2) son of king Hezekiah of Judah and himself king of Judah; he was the immediate and direct cause for the exile 3) a descendant of Pahath-moab who put away a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 4) a descendant of Hashum who put away a foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 133 OT verses. KJV: Manasseh. See also: Genesis 41:51; Joshua 22:21; Psalms 60:9.
גִּלְעָ֔דָ/ה
Gilʻâd
H1568
"Gilead"
N-proper | Suff
Gilead refers to a mountainous region east of the Jordan River, also the name of three Israelites. It means 'rocky region' and is sometimes called 'Mount Gilead'.
Definition: Gilead = "rocky region" a mountainous region bounded on the west by the Jordan, on the north by Bashan, on the east by the Arabian plateau, and on the south by Moab and Ammon; sometimes called 'Mount Gilead' or the 'land of Gilead' or just 'Gilead'. Divided into north and south Gilead
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: Gilead, Gileadite. See also: Genesis 31:21; 1 Samuel 11:9; Psalms 60:9.
יִדּ֖וֹ
Yiddôw
H3035
"Jaddai"
N-proper
Jaddai was an Israelite who lived during the time of Exile and Return, mentioned in Ezra 10:43. His name means 'timely' or 'lovely'.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.43 § Iddo = "timely" or "lovely" 1) son of Zechariah, ruler of the tribe of Manasseh east of the Jordan in the time of David 2) a man who took a foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Iddo. See also: 1 Chronicles 27:21; Ezra 10:43.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
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.
זְכַרְיָ֑הוּ
Zᵉkaryâh
H2148
"Zechariah"
N-proper
Zechariah means Jehovah remembers, a name given to 29 Israelites, including a prophet and priest who lived during the Exile and Return, as mentioned in Nehemiah 12:35 and Zechariah 1:1.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.35; son of: Jonathan (H3129K); brother of: Shemaiah (H8098V), Azarel (H5832J), Milalai (H4450), Gilalai (H1562), Maai (H4597), Nethanel (H5417P), Judah (H3063K) and Hanani (H2607K) § Zechariah = "Jehovah remembers" 11th in order of the minor prophets; a priest, son of Berechiah and grandson of Iddo, who, along with Haggai, directed the rebuilding of the temple in the days of Zerubbabel
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: Zachariah, Zechariah. See also: 2 Kings 14:29; 2 Chronicles 29:1; Isaiah 8:2.
לְ/בִנְיָמִ֔ן
Binyâmîyn
H1144
"Benjamin"
Prep | N-proper
Benjamin means son of the right hand, referring to the youngest son of Jacob and the tribe that descended from him. The term is first used in Genesis 35:18. Benjamin was a brother of Joseph and a half-brother of Reuben and others.
Definition: § Benjamin = "son of the right hand" a gate in Jerusalem
Usage: Occurs in 160 OT verses. KJV: Benjamin. See also: Genesis 35:18; 1 Samuel 9:21; Psalms 68:28.
יַעֲשִׂיאֵ֖ל
Yaʻăsîyʼêl
H3300
"Jaasiel"
N-proper
Jaasiel, an Israelite warrior, was one of David's mighty men and the son of Abner, a chief of Benjamin. His name means God is maker, and he is mentioned in 1 Chronicles as a leader in the tribe of Benjamin.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of United Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.27.21; son of: Abner (H0074) § Jasiel or Jaasiel = "God is maker" 1) one of David's mighty warriors 2) a son of Abner and a chief of Benjamin
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Jaasiel, Jasiel. See also: 1 Chronicles 11:47; 1 Chronicles 27:21.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
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.
אַבְנֵֽר
ʼAbnêr
H74
"Abner"
N-proper
Abner was a prominent Israelite, cousin of King Saul, and army captain, who played a key role in the book of 1 Samuel.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.14.50; son of: Ner (H5369); father of: Jaasiel (H3300H) § Abner = "my father is a lamp" Saul's cousin and army captain, treacherously slain by Joab
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: Abner. See also: 1 Samuel 14:50; 2 Samuel 3:8; 1 Chronicles 27:21.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 27:21
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 27:21
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:21
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 27:21
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:21
- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 27:21
Context — The Leaders of the Twelve Tribes
19over Zebulun was Ishmaiah son of Obadiah; over Naphtali was Jerimoth son of Azriel;
20over the Ephraimites was Hoshea son of Azaziah; over one of the half-tribes of Manasseh was Joel son of Pedaiah;
21over the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead was Iddo son of Zechariah; over Benjamin was Jaasiel son of Abner;
22and over Dan was Azarel son of Jeroham. These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel. 23David did not count the men aged twenty or under, because the LORD had said that He would make Israel as numerous as the stars of the sky.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Samuel 3:27 | When Abner returned to Hebron, Joab pulled him aside into the gateway, as if to speak to him privately, and there Joab stabbed him in the stomach. So Abner died on account of the blood of Joab’s brother Asahel. |
| 2 | 1 Samuel 14:50–51 | His wife’s name was Ahinoam daughter of Ahimaaz. The name of the commander of his army was Abner, the son of Saul’s uncle Ner. Saul’s father Kish and Abner’s father Ner were sons of Abiel. |
| 3 | 2 Samuel 3:37 | So on that day all the troops and all Israel were convinced that the king had no part in the murder of Abner son of Ner. |
| 4 | 1 Kings 4:14 | Ahinadab son of Iddo in Mahanaim; |
1 Chronicles 27:21 Summary
This verse, 1 Chronicles 27:21, tells us about two leaders, Iddo and Jaasiel, who were in charge of specific tribes in Israel. Iddo led the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, and Jaasiel led the tribe of Benjamin. This shows us that God values leadership and organization, as we also see in Exodus 18:13-27, where Moses appointed leaders to help him. Just like these leaders, we can trust God to guide and direct us in our own roles and responsibilities, and look to Him for wisdom and strength, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Iddo son of Zechariah and what was his role?
Iddo son of Zechariah was a leader over the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, as seen in 1 Chronicles 27:21, and his role was to oversee and lead this specific tribe, similar to other leaders mentioned in 1 Chronicles 27:16-22.
What can we learn from the leadership structure in 1 Chronicles 27:21?
The leadership structure in 1 Chronicles 27:21 shows that God values organization and leadership, as also seen in Exodus 18:13-27, where Moses appointed leaders to help him govern the people.
Why are the specific tribes and leaders mentioned in 1 Chronicles 27:21?
The specific tribes and leaders are mentioned to highlight God's sovereignty and attention to detail, as seen in Psalm 139:17-18, where God's thoughts and care for His people are described as numerous and precious.
How does 1 Chronicles 27:21 relate to the rest of the chapter?
1 Chronicles 27:21 is part of a larger list of leaders over the tribes of Israel, as seen in 1 Chronicles 27:16-22, which emphasizes the organization and leadership of God's people, similar to the organization of the church in Ephesians 4:11-12.
Reflection Questions
- What can I learn from the example of Iddo son of Zechariah about leadership and responsibility?
- How does the mention of specific tribes and leaders in 1 Chronicles 27:21 encourage me to trust in God's sovereignty and care?
- In what ways can I apply the principles of leadership and organization seen in 1 Chronicles 27:21 to my own life and community?
- What does the fact that David did not count the men aged twenty or under, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 27:23, reveal about God's heart for the younger generation?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 27:21
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 27:16].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 27:21
Of Zebulun, Ishmaiah the son of Obadiah: of Naphtali, Jerimoth the son of Azriel: No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:21
(21) Of the half tribe of Manasseh in Gilead.—Rather, towards Gilead, Gilead-ward: i.e., on the east of the Jordan, in Gilead and Bashan. Iddo the son of Zechariah.—The prophet Ze-chariah was a son of Berechiah, son of Iddo, and may have descended from this Iddo. Jaasiel the son of Abner, was, doubtless, a son of Saul’s famous marshal.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 27:21
21. Gilead] “Gilead” is strictly speaking the name of the district between the Jabbok and Moab, in which the tribes of Gad and Reuben dwelt. Here it is used less precisely to include Bashan, the district N.E. of Jordan in which the half tribe of Manasseh lived. Iddo] Spelt quite differently in Heb. from the name of the father of the prophet Zechariah (Zechariah 1:1). Abner] 1 Samuel 14:50-51.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:21
THE PRINCES OF THE TRIBES, 16-22.These princes or rulers were probably the oldest representatives of their several tribes; “the eldest lineal descendants of the patriarchs according to the law of primogeniture.” — Rawlinson.
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 27:21
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The Defeated Father by Emanuel Esh | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of defeat in our homes and provides guidance on how to overcome it. He shares his own experience of raising four daughters and how t |