1 Chronicles 27:30

Verse

Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels. Jehdeiah the Meronothite was in charge of the donkeys.

American Standard Version (1901)

and over the camels was Obil the Ishmaelite: and over the asses was Jehdeiah the Meronothite: and over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagrite.

Bible in Basic English

Obil the Ishmaelite had control of the camels and Jehdeiah the Meronothite of the she-asses;

Douay-Rheims 1899

And over the camels, Ubil an Ishmahelite: and over the asses, Jadias a Meronathite:

Free Bible Version

Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels. Jehdeiah the Meronothite was in charge of the donkeys.

Geneva Bible 1599

And ouer the camels was Obil the Ishmaelite: and ouer the asses was Iehdeiah the Meronothite:

King James (Authorized) Version

Over the camels also was Obil the Ishmaelite: and over the asses was Jehdeiah the Meronothite:

Translation for Translators

Obil, a descendant of Ishmael, was in charge of the camels. Jehdeiah from Meronoth town was in charge of the donkeys.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Over the camels was Obil the Ishmaelite, and over the female donkeys was Jehdeiah from Meronoth. Over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagrite.

Noah Webster Bible

Over the camels also was Obil the Ishmaelite: and over the asses was Jehdeiah the Meronothite:

World English Bible

Over the camels was Obil the Ishmaelite. Over the donkeys was Jehdeiah the Meronothite. Over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagrite.

Young's Literal Translation

and over the camels [is] Obil the Ishmeelite; and over the asses [is] Jehdeiah the Meronothite;

Context

David’s Various Overseers

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.

Summary

This verse lists the overseers of King David's livestock, highlighting the meticulous organization and management of his kingdom. It showcases the importance of responsible leadership and administration in both spiritual and secular matters. By detailing the specific roles and responsibilities of these overseers, the verse emphasizes the value of diligence and accountability in fulfilling one's duties. This passage serves as a reminder of the significance of order and structure in achieving success and prosperity. Ultimately, it reflects the divine principle of stewardship and the need for faithful service in all areas of life.

Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

camels--These were probably in the countries east of the Jordan, and hence an Ishmaelite and Nazarite were appointed to take charge of them.

1 Chronicles 27:30

David’s Various Overseers

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Berean Standard Bible

Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels. Jehdeiah the Meronothite was in charge of the donkeys.

American Standard Version (1901)

and over the camels was Obil the Ishmaelite: and over the asses was Jehdeiah the Meronothite: and over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagrite.

Bible in Basic English

Obil the Ishmaelite had control of the camels and Jehdeiah the Meronothite of the she-asses;

Douay-Rheims 1899

And over the camels, Ubil an Ishmahelite: and over the asses, Jadias a Meronathite:

Free Bible Version

Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels. Jehdeiah the Meronothite was in charge of the donkeys.

Geneva Bible 1599

And ouer the camels was Obil the Ishmaelite: and ouer the asses was Iehdeiah the Meronothite:

King James (Authorized) Version

Over the camels also was Obil the Ishmaelite: and over the asses was Jehdeiah the Meronothite:

Translation for Translators

Obil, a descendant of Ishmael, was in charge of the camels. Jehdeiah from Meronoth town was in charge of the donkeys.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Over the camels was Obil the Ishmaelite, and over the female donkeys was Jehdeiah from Meronoth. Over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagrite.

Noah Webster Bible

Over the camels also was Obil the Ishmaelite: and over the asses was Jehdeiah the Meronothite:

World English Bible

Over the camels was Obil the Ishmaelite. Over the donkeys was Jehdeiah the Meronothite. Over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagrite.

Young's Literal Translation

and over the camels [is] Obil the Ishmeelite; and over the asses [is] Jehdeiah the Meronothite;