1 Chronicles 27:26

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

Ezri son of Chelub was in charge of the workers in the fields who tilled the soil.

American Standard Version (1901)

and over them that did the work of the field for tillage of the ground was Ezri the son of Chelub:

Bible in Basic English

Ezri, the son of Chelub, had authority over the field-workers and farmers;

Douay-Rheims 1899

And over the tillage, and the husbandmen, who tilled the ground, was Ezri the son of Chelub:

Free Bible Version

Ezri, son of Kelub, was in charge of the farm workers who worked the land.

Geneva Bible 1599

And ouer the workemen in the fielde that tilled the ground, was Ezri the sonne of Chelub:

King James (Authorized) Version

And over them that did the work of the field for tillage of the ground was Ezri the son of Chelub:

Translation for Translators

Ezri the son of Kelub was in charge of the workers who farmed the land that belonged to the king.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Ezri son of Kelub was over the farmers, those who plowed the land.

Noah Webster Bible

And over them that did the work of the field for tillage of the ground was Ezri the son of Chelub:

World English Bible

Over those who did the work of the field for tillage of the ground was Ezri the son of Chelub.

Young's Literal Translation

and over workmen of the field for the service of the ground [is] Ezri son of Chelub;

Context

David’s Various Overseers

²⁵Azmaveth son of Adiel was in charge of the royal storehouses. Jonathan son of Uzziah was in charge of the storehouses in the country, in the cities, in the villages, and in the fortresses.²⁶Ezri son of Chelub was in charge of the workers in the fields who tilled the soil.

Summary

This verse highlights the meticulous organization and administration of King David's kingdom, as it mentions the officers responsible for overseeing the king's property and livestock. It reflects the importance of order and structure in governance, showing the wisdom and diligence of David in managing his resources. The verse also underscores the accountability and responsibility placed on individuals in positions of authority, emphasizing the need for faithful stewardship. Overall, it reveals a glimpse of the efficient and well-managed kingdom under David's reign.

Commentary

1 Chronicles 27:26

David’s Various Overseers

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Berean Standard Bible

Ezri son of Chelub was in charge of the workers in the fields who tilled the soil.

American Standard Version (1901)

and over them that did the work of the field for tillage of the ground was Ezri the son of Chelub:

Bible in Basic English

Ezri, the son of Chelub, had authority over the field-workers and farmers;

Douay-Rheims 1899

And over the tillage, and the husbandmen, who tilled the ground, was Ezri the son of Chelub:

Free Bible Version

Ezri, son of Kelub, was in charge of the farm workers who worked the land.

Geneva Bible 1599

And ouer the workemen in the fielde that tilled the ground, was Ezri the sonne of Chelub:

King James (Authorized) Version

And over them that did the work of the field for tillage of the ground was Ezri the son of Chelub:

Translation for Translators

Ezri the son of Kelub was in charge of the workers who farmed the land that belonged to the king.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Ezri son of Kelub was over the farmers, those who plowed the land.

Noah Webster Bible

And over them that did the work of the field for tillage of the ground was Ezri the son of Chelub:

World English Bible

Over those who did the work of the field for tillage of the ground was Ezri the son of Chelub.

Young's Literal Translation

and over workmen of the field for the service of the ground [is] Ezri son of Chelub;