1 Chronicles 4:42
1 Chronicles 4:42 in Multiple Translations
And five hundred of these Simeonites led by Pelatiah, Neariah, Rephaiah, and Uzziel, the sons of Ishi, went to Mount Seir
And some of them, even of the sons of Simeon, five hundred men, went to mount Seir, having for their captains Pelatiah, and Neariah, and Rephaiah, and Uzziel, the sons of Ishi.
And some of them, even of the sons of Simeon, five hundred men, went to mount Seir, having for their captains Pelatiah, and Neariah, and Rephaiah, and Uzziel, the sons of Ishi.
And some of them, five hundred of the sons of Simeon, went to the hill-country of Seir, with Pelatiah and Neariah and Rephaiah and Uzziel, the sons of Ishi, at their head.
Some of these Simeonites invaded Mount Seir—five hundred men led by Pelatiah, Neariah, Rephaiah, and Uzziel, the sons of Ishi.
And besides these, fiue hundreth men of the sonnes of Simeon went to mount Seir, and Pelatiah, and Neariah, and Rophaiah, and Vzziel the sonnes of Ishi were their captaines,
And of them, of the sons of Simeon, there have gone to mount Seir, five hundred men, and Pelatiah, and Neariah, and Rephaiah, and Uzziel, sons of Ishi, at their head,
Some of them, even of the sons of Simeon, five hundred men, went to Mount Seir, having for their captains Pelatiah, Neariah, Rephaiah, and Uzziel, the sons of Ishi.
And some of them, even of the sons of Simeon, five hundred men, went to mount Seir, having for their captains Pelatiah, and Neariah, and Rephaiah, and Uzziel, the sons of Ishi.
Some also of the children of Simeon, five hundred men, went into mount Seir, having for their captains Phaltias and Naaria and Raphaia and Oziel the sons of Jesi:
Ishi’s four sons Pelatiah, Neariah, Rephaiah and Uzziel led 500 other descendants of Simeon and attacked the people who were living in the hilly area of the Edom region.
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Context — The Descendants of Simeon
42And five hundred of these Simeonites led by Pelatiah, Neariah, Rephaiah, and Uzziel, the sons of Ishi, went to Mount Seir
43and struck down the remnant of the Amalekites who had escaped. And they have lived there to this day.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Genesis 36:8–9 | So Esau (that is, Edom) settled in the area of Mount Seir. This is the account of Esau, the father of the Edomites, in the area of Mount Seir. |
| 2 | Deuteronomy 1:2 | It is an eleven-day journey from Horeb to Kadesh-barnea by way of Mount Seir. |
1 Chronicles 4:42 Summary
[This verse tells us about a group of Simeonites, led by four brave leaders, who went to Mount Seir to fight against the Amalekites. They were being obedient to God's command to destroy the Amalekites, as seen in Deuteronomy 25:19. The Simeonites trusted God to guide them and provide for them, just as we can trust Him to guide us in our lives (Proverbs 3:5-6). By following God's commands and trusting in His provision, we can experience victory and peace, just like the Simeonites did.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were the Simeonites mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:42?
The Simeonites were a tribe of Israel, descended from Simeon, one of the twelve sons of Jacob, as seen in Genesis 29:33 and Exodus 1:2. They were part of the larger family of Israelites.
Why did the Simeonites go to Mount Seir?
The Simeonites, led by Pelatiah, Neariah, Rephaiah, and Uzziel, went to Mount Seir to attack the remnant of the Amalekites, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:43, in obedience to God's command to destroy the Amalekites, as seen in Deuteronomy 25:19.
Who were the leaders of the Simeonites mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:42?
The leaders of the Simeonites were Pelatiah, Neariah, Rephaiah, and Uzziel, the sons of Ishi, who were chosen to lead the five hundred Simeonites to Mount Seir.
What can we learn from the Simeonites' actions in 1 Chronicles 4:42?
We can learn about the importance of obedience and faithfulness to God's commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 11:1, and the value of courageous leadership, as exemplified by the leaders of the Simeonites.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to demonstrate courage and faithfulness, like the Simeonites did in 1 Chronicles 4:42?
- How can I apply the principle of obedience to God's commands in my daily life, as seen in the actions of the Simeonites?
- What are some ways I can trust God to provide for me, just as the Simeonites trusted Him to guide them to Mount Seir?
- In what ways can I be a leader like Pelatiah, Neariah, Rephaiah, and Uzziel, who led the Simeonites to victory?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 4:42
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 4:42
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 4:42
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 4:42
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 4:42
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 4:42
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Genesis #21 Ch. 35-37 Joseph, the Dreamer by Chuck Missler | In this sermon, Chuck Missler discusses Genesis chapters 35 through 37. He begins by praying for understanding and guidance from the Holy Spirit. He then highlights the importance |
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(Through the Bible) Deuteronomy 1-4 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of serving the true and living God and warns against idolatry. He references the story of Moses and the Israelites at Mount Si |
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Personal Preparation for Spiritual Awakening by Ale Leiding | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the need for spiritual awakening and recognizing who God is. He highlights the despair and despondency that many Christians feel when observi |
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Numbers and Deuteronomy by Ron Bailey | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the experience of being served in a hotel and draws a parallel to the role of a priest serving the Lord. The speaker emphasizes that those w |
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Mid South Conference 1981-04 the People of Israel by Aldy Fam Fanous | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the journey of the children of Israel from Egypt to Canaan and how it relates to the Christian experience. The speaker emphasizes that those w |
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The Distance of Difference by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significant spiritual journey from Horeb to Kadesh-barnea, illustrating how the eleven-day journey turned into forty years due to the 'distance of d |
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The Entry Into the Land by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks delves into the concept of entering into God's rest, emphasizing the vast difference between ourselves and Christ, and the importance of faith in bridging that gap |





