1 Chronicles 27:28
1 Chronicles 27:28 in Multiple Translations
Baal-hanan the Gederite was in charge of the olive and sycamore trees in the foothills. Joash was in charge of the stores of olive oil.
And over the olive trees and the sycomore trees that were in the low plains was Baal-hanan the Gederite: and over the cellars of oil was Joash:
and over the olive-trees and the sycomore-trees that were in the lowland was Baal-hanan the Gederite: and over the cellars of oil was Joash:
Baal-hanan the Gederite was responsible for the olive-trees and the sycamore-trees in the lowlands; and Joash for the stores of oil;
Baal-Hanan the Gederite was in charge of the olive and sycamore-fig trees in the foothills. Joash was in charge of the stores of olive oil.
And ouer the oliue trees and mulberie trees that were in the valleys, was Baal Hanan the Gederite: and ouer the store of the oyle was Ioash:
and over the olives, and the sycamores, that [are] in the low country, [is] Baal-Hanan the Gederite; and over the treasures of oil [is] Joash;
Over the olive trees and the sycamore trees that were in the lowland was Baal Hanan the Gederite. Over the cellars of oil was Joash.
And over the olive trees and the sycamore trees that were in the low plains was Baal-hanan the Gederite: and over the cellars of oil was Joash:
And over the oliveyards and the fig groves, which were in the plains, was Balanam a Gederite: and over the oil cellars, Joas.
Baal-Hanan from Geder city was in charge of storing the olive oil.
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1 Chronicles 27:28 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/עַל
הַ/זֵּיתִ֤ים
וְ/הַ/שִּׁקְמִים֙
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
בַּ/שְּׁפֵלָ֔ה
בַּ֥עַל
חָנָ֖ן
הַ/גְּדֵרִ֑י
וְ/עַל
אֹצְר֥וֹת
הַ/שֶּׁ֖מֶן
יוֹעָֽשׁ
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Conj | Prep
הַ/זֵּיתִ֤ים
zayith
H2132
olive
Art | N-mp
וְ/הַ/שִּׁקְמִים֙
shiqmâh
H8256
sycamore
Conj | Art | N-fp
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
בַּ/שְּׁפֵלָ֔ה
shᵉphêlâh
H8219
Shephelah
Prep | N-fs
בַּ֥עַל
Baʻal Chânân
H1177
Baal-hanan
N-proper
חָנָ֖ן
Baʻal Chânân
H1177
Baal-hanan
N-proper
הַ/גְּדֵרִ֑י
Gᵉdêrîy
H1451
Gederite
Art | Ngmsa
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Conj | Prep
אֹצְר֥וֹת
ʼôwtsâr
H214
treasure
N-mp
הַ/שֶּׁ֖מֶן
shemen
H8081
oil
Art | N-ms
יוֹעָֽשׁ
Yôwʻâsh
H3135
Joash
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 27:28
וְ/עַל
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.
הַ/זֵּיתִ֤ים
zayith
H2132
"olive"
Art | N-mp
The Hebrew word for olive tree or olive berry, often associated with oil and light. In Deuteronomy 8:8, the olive tree is listed as one of the blessings of the Promised Land, and in Matthew 24:3, Jesus teaches on the Mount of Olives.
Definition: 1) olive, olive tree 1a) olive tree 1b) olives 2) mountain facing Jerusalem on the east side
Usage: Occurs in 36 OT verses. KJV: olive (tree, -yard), Olivet. See also: Genesis 8:11; Nehemiah 5:11; Psalms 52:10.
וְ/הַ/שִּׁקְמִים֙
shiqmâh
H8256
"sycamore"
Conj | Art | N-fp
A sycamore tree is a type of fig tree, mentioned in the Bible as a common tree in Israel, like the one Zacchaeus climbed in Luke 19. It was a notable landmark and provided shade.
Definition: sycamore tree (bearing figs)
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: sycamore (fruit, tree). See also: 1 Kings 10:27; 2 Chronicles 9:27; Psalms 78:47.
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
בַּ/שְּׁפֵלָ֔ה
shᵉphêlâh
H8219
"Shephelah"
Prep | N-fs
The Shephelah refers to the lowlands in Palestine, near the coast. This region is west of the Judean mountains. It appears in the Bible as a geographic location.
Definition: 1) lowland, valley 1a) lowland 1a1) strip west of Judean mountains (technical term) 1a1a) the Shephelah 1a2) strip near coast north of Carmel
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: low country, (low) plain, vale(-ley). See also: Deuteronomy 1:7; 1 Chronicles 27:28; Jeremiah 17:26.
בַּ֥עַל
Baʻal Chânân
H1177
"Baal-hanan"
N-proper
Baal-hanan means 'Baal is gracious', the name of an Edomite king and an Israelite officer of David, who oversaw olive and sycamore plantations, as seen in 1 Chronicles 27:28.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.27.28 § Baal-hanan = "Baal is gracious" 1) an early king of Edom 2) one of David's officers, a Gederite, who had the superintendence of his olive and sycamore plantations
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Baal-hanan. See also: Genesis 36:38; 1 Chronicles 1:49; 1 Chronicles 27:28.
חָנָ֖ן
Baʻal Chânân
H1177
"Baal-hanan"
N-proper
Baal-hanan means 'Baal is gracious', the name of an Edomite king and an Israelite officer of David, who oversaw olive and sycamore plantations, as seen in 1 Chronicles 27:28.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.27.28 § Baal-hanan = "Baal is gracious" 1) an early king of Edom 2) one of David's officers, a Gederite, who had the superintendence of his olive and sycamore plantations
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Baal-hanan. See also: Genesis 36:38; 1 Chronicles 1:49; 1 Chronicles 27:28.
הַ/גְּדֵרִ֑י
Gᵉdêrîy
H1451
"Gederite"
Art | Ngmsa
A Gederite is an inhabitant of Geder, which means a wall. This term refers to people who live in Geder.
Definition: Group of ge.de.rah (גְּדֵרָה "Gederah" H1449) § Gederite = "a wall" an inhabitant of Geder
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Gederite. See also: 1 Chronicles 27:28.
וְ/עַל
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.
אֹצְר֥וֹת
ʼôwtsâr
H214
"treasure"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for treasure refers to a storehouse or depository, like a treasure house or armory, as seen in 1 Kings 7:51.
Definition: 1) treasure, storehouse 1a) treasure (gold, silver, etc) 1b) store, supplies of food or drink 1c) treasure-house, treasury 1c1) treasure-house 1c2) storehouse, magazine 1c3) treasury 1c4) magazine of weapons (fig. of God's armoury) 1c5) storehouses (of God for rain, snow, hail, wind, sea)
Usage: Occurs in 70 OT verses. KJV: armory, cellar, garner, store(-house), treasure(-house) (-y). See also: Deuteronomy 28:12; Nehemiah 10:39; Psalms 33:7.
הַ/שֶּׁ֖מֶן
shemen
H8081
"oil"
Art | N-ms
The Hebrew word for oil, often referring to olive oil, which was highly valued in ancient times. It symbolizes richness, anointing, and healing, and is used in various biblical contexts, including rituals and medicinal practices.
Definition: 1) fat, oil 1a) fat, fatness 1b) oil, olive oil 1b1) as staple, medicament or unguent 1b2) for anointing 1c) fat (of fruitful land, valleys) (metaph)
Usage: Occurs in 176 OT verses. KJV: anointing, [idiom] fat (things), [idiom] fruitful, oil(-ed), ointment, olive, [phrase] pine. See also: Genesis 28:18; Deuteronomy 8:8; Psalms 23:5.
יוֹעָֽשׁ
Yôwʻâsh
H3135
"Joash"
N-proper
Joash means Jehovah hastens, the name of two Israelites, one a Benjamite and son of Becher, and the other an officer in David's court, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 27:28.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.27.28 § Joash = "Jehovah hastens" 1) a Benjamite, son of Becher 2) one of the officers in David's court
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Joash. See also: 1 Chronicles 7:8; 1 Chronicles 27:28.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 27:28
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- 1 Chronicles 27:28 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 27:28
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 27:28
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:28
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:28
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 27:28
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:28
Context — David’s Various Overseers
26Ezri son of Chelub was in charge of the workers in the fields who tilled the soil.
27Shimei the Ramathite was in charge of the vineyards. Zabdi the Shiphmite was in charge of the produce of the vineyards for the wine vats.
28Baal-hanan the Gederite was in charge of the olive and sycamore trees in the foothills. Joash was in charge of the stores of olive oil.
29Shitrai the Sharonite was in charge of the herds grazing in Sharon. Shaphat son of Adlai was in charge of the herds in the valleys. 30Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels. Jehdeiah the Meronothite was in charge of the donkeys.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Kings 10:27 | The king made silver as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills. |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 1:15 | The king made silver and gold as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills. |
| 3 | 1 Kings 4:7 | Solomon had twelve governors over all Israel to provide food for the king and his household. Each one would arrange provisions for one month of the year, |
| 4 | 1 Kings 20:27 | The Israelites also mobilized, gathered supplies, and marched out to meet them. The Israelites camped before them like two small flocks of goats, while the Arameans covered the countryside. |
1 Chronicles 27:28 Summary
This verse talks about two men, Baal-hanan and Joash, who were in charge of taking care of olive and sycamore trees and storing olive oil. They were responsible for making sure these important resources were well-managed, much like we are called to be good stewards of what God has given us (1 Corinthians 4:2). Just as Baal-hanan and Joash had important jobs, we each have our own roles to play in serving God and others, and we can learn from their examples of faithfulness and care. By being faithful in our own responsibilities, we can reflect God's character and bring glory to Him, as seen in Colossians 3:23-24.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the olive and sycamore trees in 1 Chronicles 27:28?
The olive and sycamore trees were likely important for their fruit and timber, providing resources for the people, as seen in Deuteronomy 11:10, where the abundance of the land is described.
Who was Baal-hanan the Gederite and what was his role?
Baal-hanan was a leader appointed by King David to oversee the olive and sycamore trees in the foothills, a task that required care and attention to detail, much like the stewardship described in Matthew 25:14-30.
Why was Joash in charge of the stores of olive oil?
Joash's role was to manage the olive oil stores, which were essential for cooking, lighting, and worship, as mentioned in Exodus 27:20 and Leviticus 24:2, highlighting the importance of oil in the daily life of the Israelites.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of stewardship in the Bible?
This verse illustrates the principle of stewardship, where individuals are entrusted with resources and responsibilities, as seen in 1 Corinthians 4:2, where it is written that it is required of stewards to be found faithful.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I have been entrusted with resources or responsibilities, and how can I be a faithful steward of them?
- How can I apply the principle of care and attention to detail, as seen in Baal-hanan's role, to my own work or ministry?
- What are some ways that I can use my talents and skills to serve others and manage the resources God has given me, as Joash did with the olive oil stores?
- In what ways can I reflect on my own role in the larger story of God's kingdom, and how can I be faithful in the tasks and responsibilities He has given me?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 27:28
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 27:25].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 27:28
And over the olive trees and the sycomore trees that were in the low plains was Baalhanan the Gederite: and over the cellars of oil was Joash: Olive ... and ... sycamore trees ... in the low plains -
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:28
(28) Olive trees.—The same word (zéthîm) is rendered “olive yards” in Joshua 24:13; 1 Samuel 8:14, and elsewhere in the Authorised version. The sycamore trees that were in the low plains.—The sycomores that were in the Shephelah or lowland of Judah, between the hills and the sea (Joshua 15:33). The Ficus sycomorus, or fig-mulberry, a beautiful evergreen tree, indigenous to Egypt, was once abundant in Palestine, as appears from 1 Kings 10:27; 2 Chronicles 1:15. Its small sweet figs were much eaten by the poor. (Comp. Amos 7:14.) Baal-hanan .—An older form of Jehohanan. (Comp. the Phœnician Hannibal.) The Gederite.—Of Geder, or Gedor, a town in the hill-country of Judah (Joshua 12:13; Joshua 15:58). Over the cellars of oil.—Heb., treasures, or stores of oil. The oil was that of the olives. (Comp.
Judges 9:9.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:28
Verse 28. 1 Chronicles 27:25.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 27:28
28. sycomore] The fig-mulberry, a tree having leaves like mulberry-leaves, and bearing a fruit resembling figs. Cp. 2 Chronicles 1:15; Amos 7:14. in the low plains] R.V. in the lowland. Heb. Shephelah. See note on 2 Chronicles 1:15 (“vale”). Gederite] i.e. inhabitant of “Geder” (Joshua 12:13), perhaps another form of “Gederah” (ib. Joshua 15:36). A place in the south of Judah is intended in any case.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:28
OF THE KING’S REVENUE, 25-31.This section is interesting as showing the various kinds and sources of David’s royal revenue.