1 Chronicles 27:29

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1 Chronicles 27:29 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

Shitrai the Sharonite was in charge of the herds grazing in Sharon. Shaphat son of Adlai was in charge of the herds in the valleys.

King James Version KJV

And over the herds that fed in Sharon was Shitrai the Sharonite: and over the herds that were in the valleys was Shaphat the son of Adlai:

American Standard Version ASV

and over the herds that fed in Sharon was Shitrai the Sharonite: and over the herds that were in the valleys was Shaphat the son of Adlai:

Bible in Basic English BBE

And Shitrai the Sharonite was responsible for the herds in the grass-lands of Sharon, and Shaphat, the son of Adlai, for those in the valleys;

Free Bible Version FBV

Shitrai the Sharonite was in charge of the cattle in the Sharon pastures. Shaphat, son of Adlai, was in charge of the cattle in the valleys.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

And ouer the oxen that fed in Sharon, was Shetrai the Sharonite: and ouer the oxen in the valleyes was Shaphat the sonne of Adlai:

Young's Literal Translation YLT

and over the herds that are feeding in Sharon [is] Shitrai the Sharonite; and over the herds in the valleys [is] Shaphat son of Adlai;

World English Bible WEB

Over the herds that fed in Sharon was Shitrai the Sharonite. Over the herds that were in the valleys was Shaphat the son of Adlai.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And over the herds that fed in Sharon was Shitrai the Sharonite: and over the herds that were in the valleys was Shaphat the son of Adlai:

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And over the herds that fed in Saron, was Setrai a Saronite: and over the. oxen in the valleys, Saphat the son of Adli:

Translation for Translators T4T

Shitrai from the Sharon Plain was in charge of the herds of cattle that ◄grazed/ate grass► there. Shaphat the son of Adlai was in charge of the cattle in the valleys.

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1 Chronicles 27:29 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/עַל הַ/בָּקָר֙ הָ/רֹעִ֣ים בַּ/שָּׁר֔וֹן שטרי שִׁרְטַ֖י הַ/שָּׁרוֹנִ֑י וְ/עַל הַ/בָּקָר֙ בָּֽ/עֲמָקִ֔ים שָׁפָ֖ט בֶּן עַדְלָֽי

וְ/עַל ʻal H5921 upon Conj | Prep

הַ/בָּקָר֙ bâqâr H1241 cattle Art | N-cs

הָ/רֹעִ֣ים râʻâh H7462 House of Shepherds Art | V-Qal

בַּ/שָּׁר֔וֹן Shârôwn H8289 Sharon Prep | N-proper

שטרי Shiṭray H7861 Shitrai N-proper

שִׁרְטַ֖י Shiṭray H7861 Shitrai N-proper

הַ/שָּׁרוֹנִ֑י Shârôwnîy H8290 Sharonite Art | Ngmsa

וְ/עַל ʻal H5921 upon Conj | Prep

הַ/בָּקָר֙ bâqâr H1241 cattle Art | N-cs

בָּֽ/עֲמָקִ֔ים ʻêmeq H6010 valley Prep | N-mp

שָׁפָ֖ט Shâphâṭ H8202 Shaphat N-proper

בֶּן bên H1121 son N-ms

עַדְלָֽי ʻAdlay H5724 Adlai N-proper

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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 27:29

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/בָּקָר֙ bâqâr H1241 "cattle" Art | N-cs

Domesticated cattle or oxen, used for work or sacrifice, like the animals used in the temple sacrifices in 1 Kings 8:63.

Definition: 1) cattle, herd, oxen, ox 1a) cattle (generic pl. but sing. in form-coll) 1b) herd (particular one) 1c) head of cattle (individually)

Usage: Occurs in 172 OT verses. KJV: beeve, bull ([phrase] -ock), [phrase] calf, [phrase] cow, great (cattle), [phrase] heifer, herd, kine, ox. See also: Genesis 12:16; Deuteronomy 8:13; Psalms 66:15.

הָ/רֹעִ֣ים râʻâh H7462 "House of Shepherds" Art | V-Qal

This verb means to care for or tend to someone or something, like a shepherd with his flock. It can also mean to rule over or associate with someone as a friend, and is sometimes used to describe a close relationship.

Definition: Ra'ah = "pasturing" perh. "binding-house of the shepherds"

Usage: Occurs in 139 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] break, companion, keep company with, devour, eat up, evil entreat, feed, use as a friend, make friendship with, herdman, keep (sheep) (-er), pastor, [phrase] shearing house, shepherd, wander, waste. See also: Genesis 4:2; Isaiah 40:11; Psalms 23:1.

בַּ/שָּׁר֔וֹן Shârôwn H8289 "Sharon" Prep | N-proper

Sharon is a plain in Palestine, between mountains and the Mediterranean Sea.

Definition: This name means plain, level Sharon = "a plain" the district lying between the mountains of central Palestine and the Mediterranean Sea and north of Joppa

Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Lasharon, Sharon. See also: Joshua 12:18; Song of Solomon 2:1; Isaiah 33:9.

שטרי Shiṭray H7861 "Shitrai" N-proper

Shitrai was an Israelite who lived during the time of King David, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 27:29 as one of David's officials. His name means 'my officers' in Hebrew, indicating his role as a leader or supervisor.

Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.27.29 § Shitrai = "my officers" an official of David

Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Shitrai. See also: 1 Chronicles 27:29.

שִׁרְטַ֖י Shiṭray H7861 "Shitrai" N-proper

Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.27.29 § Shitrai = "my officers" an official of David

Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Shitrai. See also: 1 Chronicles 27:29.

הַ/שָּׁרוֹנִ֑י Shârôwnîy H8290 "Sharonite" Art | Ngmsa

A Sharonite is a person from Sharon, a district in Palestine known for its plain landscape.

Definition: Group of sha.ron (שָׁרוֹן "Sharon" H8289I) § Sharonite, of Sharon "a plain" inhabitant of the district of Sharon

Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Sharonite. See also: 1 Chronicles 27:29.

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.

הַ/בָּקָר֙ bâqâr H1241 "cattle" Art | N-cs

Domesticated cattle or oxen, used for work or sacrifice, like the animals used in the temple sacrifices in 1 Kings 8:63.

Definition: 1) cattle, herd, oxen, ox 1a) cattle (generic pl. but sing. in form-coll) 1b) herd (particular one) 1c) head of cattle (individually)

בָּֽ/עֲמָקִ֔ים ʻêmeq H6010 "valley" Prep | N-mp

Describes a valley or lowland area, like the Valley of Elah where David fought Goliath.

Definition: valley, vale, lowland, open country

Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: dale, vale, valley (often used as a part of proper names). See also H1025 (בֵּית הָעֵמֶק). See also: Genesis 14:3; 2 Samuel 18:18; Psalms 60:8.

שָׁפָ֖ט Shâphâṭ H8202 "Shaphat" N-proper

Shaphat was the name of several Israelites, including a prince of Simeon and the father of the prophet Elisha. The name means 'judged' or 'he hath judged', and these individuals played important roles in biblical history, including in 1 Chronicles and 2 Kings.

Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.27.29; son of: Adlai (H5724) § Shaphat = "judged" or "he hath judged" 1) son of Hori and the prince of Simeon chosen to spy out the promised land 2) father of the prophet Elisha 3) a Judaite, son of Shemaiah and descendant of Zerubbabel in the royal line of Judah 4) a chief of the tribe of Gad 5) son of Adlai and chief herdsman for David over the herds in the valleys

Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Shaphat. See also: Numbers 13:5; 2 Kings 6:31; 1 Chronicles 27:29.

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.

עַדְלָֽי ʻAdlay H5724 "Adlai" N-proper

Adlai was an Israelite and ancestor of Shaphat, who oversaw King David's herds. His name means justice of Jehovah, implying a strong sense of morality. Adlai is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 27:29.

Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.27.29; father of: Shaphat (H8202K) § Adlai = "justice of Jehovah" ancestor of Shaphat, the overseer of David's herds

Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Adlai. See also: 1 Chronicles 27:29.

Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 27:29

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Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 27:29
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 27:29
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:29
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:29
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:29
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 27:29
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:29
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 27:29

Context — David’s Various Overseers

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. 31Jaziz the Hagrite was in charge of the flocks. All these officials were in charge of King David’s property.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	1 Chronicles 5:16	They lived in Gilead, in Bashan and its towns, and throughout the pasturelands of Sharon.
2	Isaiah 65:10	Sharon will become a pasture for flocks, and the Valley of Achor a resting place for herds, for My people who seek Me.

1 Chronicles 27:29 Summary

[1 Chronicles 27:29 shows us that God values different roles and skills, just like how a body has many parts that work together, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:12-14. The leaders in this verse were in charge of taking care of the herds in Sharon and the valleys, which was important for providing food for the kingdom. This reminds us that everyone has a unique role to play in God's kingdom, and we can trust Him to provide for our needs, just like He promised in Philippians 4:19. By being faithful stewards of what God has given us, we can bring glory to Him and serve others, just like the leaders in this verse.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What can we learn from the different roles assigned to the leaders in 1 Chronicles 27:29?

This verse shows us that God values diversity of gifts and skills, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:4-6, and that each person has a unique role to play in the kingdom of God, just like the leaders in charge of the herds in 1 Chronicles 27:29.

Why were the herds in Sharon and the valleys important to King David's kingdom?

The herds in Sharon and the valleys were crucial for providing food and resources for the kingdom, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:7-10, where God promises to give the Israelites a land with abundant resources.

What can we infer about Shitrai the Sharonite and Shaphat son of Adlai from their roles in 1 Chronicles 27:29?

From their roles, we can infer that Shitrai and Shaphat were trustworthy and capable leaders, as they were chosen by King David to oversee the herds, much like the leaders chosen by Moses in Numbers 11:16-17 to help him lead the Israelites.

How does 1 Chronicles 27:29 relate to the broader theme of leadership in the Bible?

This verse highlights the importance of effective leadership and delegation, as seen in Exodus 18:13-27, where Moses learns to delegate tasks to other leaders, and in 1 Peter 5:2-3, where leaders are called to serve and care for their flock.

Reflection Questions

What are some ways I can use my unique gifts and skills to serve God's kingdom, just like the leaders in 1 Chronicles 27:29?
How can I trust God to provide for my needs, just like He provided for the Israelites in the wilderness, as seen in Exodus 16:4-36?
What are some areas in my life where I need to delegate tasks or seek help from others, just like Moses did in Exodus 18:13-27?
How can I be a faithful steward of the resources God has given me, just like the leaders in 1 Chronicles 27:29 were faithful stewards of King David's herds?

Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 27:29

[See comments on 1 Chronicles 27:25].

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 27:29

And over the herds that fed in Sharon was Shitrai the Sharonite: and over the herds that were in the valleys was Shaphat the son of Adlai: Herds that fed in Sharon - a fertile plain between Caesarea and Joppa.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:29

Sharon; a place famous for its fruitfulness. See 35:2.

Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:29

(29) And over the herds that fed in Sharon.—Heb., the oxen that grazed in the Sharon. The Sharon (i.e., “the Level”) was a fertile strip of pasture-land running along the coast of the Mediterranean, between Cæsarea and Joppa. (See Son 2:1; Isaiah 33:9.) Shitrai.—Hebrew margin, Shirtai.Over the herds that were in the valleys.—Apparently the valleys of the highlands of Judah. Another reading is “in valleys.”

Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:29

Verse 29. 1 Chronicles 27:25.

Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 27:29

29. Sharon] The great maritime plain bounded on the East by the “lowland” (Shephelah). “The valleys” would probably be the depressions among the hills of the Shephelah which open out into Sharon; cp. Son 2:1.

Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 27:29

OF THE KING’S REVENUE, 25-31.This section is interesting as showing the various kinds and sources of David’s royal revenue.

Sermons on 1 Chronicles 27:29

	Sermon	Description
	Ai - Spiritual Warfare by Stephen Kaung	In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Joshua and the battle of A.I. after the victory at Jericho. Joshua sends spies to scout out A.I., a smaller city, and they repor
	Spiritual Rest and Fullness by David Wilkerson	David Wilkerson emphasizes the importance of seeking God wholeheartedly to experience spiritual rest and fullness. He contrasts the abundance found in God's presence with the empti