1 Chronicles 6:33
1 Chronicles 6:33 in Multiple Translations
These are the men who served, together with their sons. From the Kohathites: Heman the singer, the son of Joel, the son of Samuel,
And these are they that waited with their children. Of the sons of the Kohathites: Heman a singer, the son of Joel, the son of Shemuel,
And these are they that waited, and their sons. Of the sons of the Kohathites: Heman the singer, the son of Joel, the son of Samuel,
And these are those who did this work, and their sons. Of the sons of the Kohathites: Heman, who made melody, the son of Joel, the son of Samuel,
Here are the men who served, together with their sons: From the Kohathites: Heman, the singer, the son of Joel, the son of Samuel,
And these ministred with their children: of the sonnes of Kohath, Heman a singer, the sonne of Ioel, the sonne of Shemuel,
And these [are] those standing, and their sons: of the sons of the Kohathite: Heman the singer, son of Joel, son of Shemuel,
These are those who served, and their sons. Of the sons of the Kohathites: Heman the singer, the son of Joel, the son of Samuel,
And these are they that waited with their children. Of the sons of the Kohathites: Heman a singer, the son of Joel, the son of Shemuel,
And these are they that stood with their sons, of the sons of Caath, Hemam a singer, the son of Joel, the son of Sammuel,
Here is a list of the musicians and their sons: From Kohath’s descendants there was Heman, the leader of the singers. Heman was the son of Joel. Joel was the son of Samuel.
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1 Chronicles 6:33 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/אֲחֵי/הֶ֖ם
הַ/לְוִיִּ֑ם
נְתוּנִ֕ים
לְ/כָ֨ל
עֲבוֹדַ֔ת
מִשְׁכַּ֖ן
בֵּ֥ית
הָ/אֱלֹהִֽים
וַ/אֲחֵי/הֶ֖ם
ʼâch
H251
brother
Conj | N-mp | Suff
הַ/לְוִיִּ֑ם
Lêvîyîy
H3881
Levi
Art | Ngmpa
נְתוּנִ֕ים
nâthan
H5414
to give
V-Qal-Inf-c
לְ/כָ֨ל
kôl
H3605
all
Prep | N-ms
עֲבוֹדַ֔ת
ʻăbôdâh
H5656
service
N-fs
מִשְׁכַּ֖ן
mishkân
H4908
tabernacle
N-ms
בֵּ֥ית
bayith
H1004
place
N-ms
הָ/אֱלֹהִֽים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
Art | N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 6:33
וַ/אֲחֵי/הֶ֖ם
ʼâch
H251
"brother"
Conj | N-mp | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a brother or male sibling, but it can also refer to a close relative, friend, or someone with a similar relationship. It is used to describe the bond between brothers, like the relationship between Cain and Abel in Genesis.
Definition: : male-sibling 1) brother 1a) brother of same parents 1b) half-brother (same father) 1c) relative, kinship, same tribe 1d) each to the other (reciprocal relationship) 1e) (fig.) of resemblance
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'. See also: Genesis 4:2; Genesis 42:13; Numbers 25:6.
הַ/לְוִיִּ֑ם
Lêvîyîy
H3881
"Levi"
Art | Ngmpa
A Levite is a descendant of Levi, one of Jacob's 12 sons, mentioned in Genesis 29:34. Levi's brothers include Reuben, Simeon, and Judah. His descendants played a key role in Israel's spiritual life.
Definition: Someone from the tribe of Levi living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.29.34; son of: Israel (H3478) and Leah (H3812); brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Judah (H3063), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074) and Dinah (H1783); half-brother of: Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Gershon (H1648), Kohath (H6955), Merari (H4847) and Jochebed (H3115) Another name of le.vi (לֵוִי "Levi" H3878) § Levite, of Levi "joined to" 1) the descendants of Levi, the 3rd son of Jacob by Leah 1a) the tribe descended from Levi specially set aside by God for His service
Usage: Occurs in 258 OT verses. KJV: Leviite. See also: Exodus 4:14; 1 Chronicles 6:33; Ezra 6:20.
נְתוּנִ֕ים
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
V-Qal-Inf-c
This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.
Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon
Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.
לְ/כָ֨ל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
עֲבוֹדַ֔ת
ʻăbôdâh
H5656
"service"
N-fs
This Hebrew word means service or work, including serving God or others. It appears in various forms in the Bible, such as in Exodus and Deuteronomy, to describe labor or ministry.
Definition: : service[as_servant/slave] 1) labour, service 1a) labour, work 1b) labour (of servant or slave) 1c) labour, service (of captives or subjects) 1d) service (of God)
Usage: Occurs in 125 OT verses. KJV: act, bondage, [phrase] bondservant, effect, labour, ministering(-try), office, service(-ile, -itude), tillage, use, work, [idiom] wrought. See also: Genesis 29:27; Numbers 18:6; Psalms 104:14.
מִשְׁכַּ֖ן
mishkân
H4908
"tabernacle"
N-ms
The tabernacle was a special tent where God met with the Israelites, as described in Exodus and Leviticus. It was a portable place of worship, like a dwelling place for God. The Israelites carried it with them.
Definition: 1) dwelling place, tabernacle 1a) dwelling-place 1b) dwellings Aramaic equivalent: mish.kan (מִשְׁכַּן "habitation" H4907)
Usage: Occurs in 129 OT verses. KJV: dwelleth, dwelling (place), habitation, tabernacle, tent. See also: Exodus 25:9; Numbers 3:23; Psalms 26:8.
בֵּ֥ית
bayith
H1004
"place"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
הָ/אֱלֹהִֽים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
Art | N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 6:33
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- 1 Chronicles 6:33 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 6:33
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 6:33
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:33
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:33
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:33
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 6:33
- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 6:33
Context — The Temple Musicians
31These are the men David put in charge of the music in the house of the LORD after the ark rested there.
32They ministered with song before the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting, until Solomon built the house of the LORD in Jerusalem. And they performed their duties according to the regulations given them.
33These are the men who served, together with their sons. From the Kohathites: Heman the singer, the son of Joel, the son of Samuel,
34the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah, 35the son of Zuph, the son of Elkanah, the son of Mahath, the son of Amasai,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Chronicles 6:28 | The sons of Samuel: Joel his firstborn and Abijah his second son. |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 15:17 | So the Levites appointed Heman son of Joel; from his brothers, Asaph son of Berechiah; from their brothers the Merarites, Ethan son of Kushaiah; |
| 3 | 1 Chronicles 25:1–5 | Additionally, David and the commanders of the army set apart some of the sons of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun to prophesy with the accompaniment of lyres, harps, and cymbals. The following is the list of the men who performed this service: From the sons of Asaph: Zaccur, Joseph, Nethaniah, and Asarelah. These sons of Asaph were under the direction of Asaph, who prophesied under the direction of the king. From the sons of Jeduthun: Gedaliah, Zeri, Jeshaiah, Shimei, Hashabiah, and Mattithiah—six in all—under the direction of their father Jeduthun, who prophesied with the harp, giving thanks and praise to the LORD. From the sons of Heman: Bukkiah, Mattaniah, Uzziel, Shebuel, Jerimoth, Hananiah, Hanani, Eliathah, Giddalti, Romamti-ezer, Joshbekashah, Mallothi, Hothir, and Mahazioth. All these sons of Heman the king’s seer were given him through the promises of God to exalt him, for God had given Heman fourteen sons and three daughters. |
| 4 | 2 Chronicles 5:12 | all the Levitical singers—Asaph, Heman, Jeduthun, and their sons and relatives—stood on the east side of the altar, dressed in fine linen and playing cymbals, harps, and lyres, accompanied by 120 priests sounding trumpets. |
| 5 | 1 Samuel 1:28 | I now dedicate the boy to the LORD. For as long as he lives, he is dedicated to the LORD.” So they worshiped the LORD there. |
| 6 | Psalms 88:1 | O LORD, the God of my salvation, day and night I cry out before You. |
| 7 | 1 Chronicles 15:19 | The musicians Heman, Asaph, and Ethan were to sound the bronze cymbals. |
| 8 | 1 Chronicles 16:41–42 | With them were Heman, Jeduthun, and the rest of those chosen and designated by name to give thanks to the LORD, for “His loving devotion endures forever.” Heman and Jeduthun had with them trumpets and cymbals for the music and instruments for the songs of God. And the sons of Jeduthun were stationed at the gate. |
| 9 | 2 Chronicles 29:14 | Jehiel and Shimei from the Hemanites; and Shemaiah and Uzziel from the Jeduthunites. |
| 10 | 1 Samuel 1:20 | So in the course of time, Hannah conceived and gave birth to a son. She named him Samuel, saying, “Because I have asked for him from the LORD.” |
1 Chronicles 6:33 Summary
This verse talks about the men who served the Lord by singing in the tabernacle, including Heman, who was a descendant of Samuel. It shows how these singers, along with their sons, played an important role in worshiping the Lord, just like the priests and other Levites. As seen in Psalm 100:1-5, singing and music are ways to express our joy and gratitude to God. Just like Heman and his family, we can use our talents and gifts to serve the Lord and bring honor to His name, as encouraged in 1 Peter 4:10-11.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Heman the singer in 1 Chronicles 6:33?
Heman was a Levite and a singer in the house of the Lord, and his family lineage is given in this verse, tracing back to Samuel, a prophet in the Bible, as seen in 1 Samuel 1:20 and 1 Chronicles 6:33.
What was the role of the Kohathites in the tabernacle?
The Kohathites were a family of Levites who were responsible for the care and transportation of the tabernacle and its furnishings, as seen in Numbers 4:1-20 and 1 Chronicles 6:33.
Why is it important to mention the sons of the singers in 1 Chronicles 6:33?
Mentioning the sons of the singers emphasizes the importance of family and generational faithfulness in serving the Lord, as seen in Deuteronomy 4:9-10 and 1 Chronicles 6:33.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of a larger section in 1 Chronicles that highlights the organization and leadership of the Israelites during the reign of King David, as seen in 1 Chronicles 6:1-81 and 1 Chronicles 15:1-16:6.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn from the example of Heman and his family about the importance of serving the Lord with our talents and gifts?
- How can we, like the Kohathites, use our unique roles and responsibilities to serve the Lord and His people?
- What does this verse teach us about the value of family and generational faithfulness in serving the Lord?
- How can we apply the principles of faithfulness and service seen in this verse to our own lives and families?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 6:33
Ver. 33-38. And these are they that waited with their children,.... They and their posterity, who officiated in the service of singing psalms in the sanctuary: the three heads of them were of the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 6:33
And these are they that waited with their children. Of the sons of the Kohathites: Heman a singer, the son of Joel, the son of Shemuel, Shemuel - i:e., Samuel, This is the exact representation of the Hebrew name.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:33
These, to wit, Heman here mentioned; and Asaph, ; and Ethan, . Shemuel, or, Samuel the prophet.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:33
1 Chronicles 6:33 And these [are] they that waited with their children. Of the sons of the Kohathites: Heman a singer, the son of Joel, the son of Shemuel,Ver. 33. Heman.] He was Samuel’ s grandchild, by Joel. The posterity (haply, not immediate) of the righteous shall be blessed.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:33
(33) And these are they that waited (stood) with their children.—The main sentence which began at 1 Chronicles 6:31, and was suspended by the parenthetic 1 Chronicles 6:32, is now resumed. The persons meant are the three chiefs of the Levitical guilds of musicians, Heman, Asaph, and Ethan; their “children” are the members of those guilds. (Comp. the phrase, “sons of the prophets,” i.e., members of prophetic guilds, 2 Kings 9:1; Amos 7:14.) 1 Chronicles 25:1-7 supplies the names of the principal “sons” of the three masters. Their Levitical descent is shown in the genealogies here traced up from themselves to Levi. First we have the pedigree of Heman (1 Chronicles 6:33-38) the Kohathite. Heman a singer.—Rather, the singer or minstrel. Heman, as representing the chief branch of the Levites, is primus inter pares as regards the other master singers. His choir occupied the centre, having on its right that of the Gershonite Asaph, on its left that of the Merarite Ethan (1 Chronicles 6:39; 1 Chronicles 6:44), so that Heman would conduct the whole body of musicians, when the three choirs chanted in concert. The word “minstrel” is more appropriate than “singer” because the original term (ham’shτrηr) implies singing which the singer himself accompanies with an instrument of music. (See 1 Chronicles 25:6; LXX., ὁψαλτῳδὸς.) Son of Joel, the son of Shemuel.—It is interesting to learn that Heman, the great minstrel, was a grandson of Samuel the great prophet.
(For the connection between music and prophecy, see 2 Kings 3:15; 1 Samuel 10:5-6; and below, 1 Chronicles 25:1, Note.) Considering that some have denied that Samuel was a Levite, the point of contact here noted looks like an undesigned coincidence.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 6:33
33–38 (= 18–23 according to the Heb. division). The descent of Heman, David’s singer, through Kohath from Levi 33. a singer] R.V. the singer. Shemuel] R.V. Samuel, the well-known prophet being the person meant. Samuel is a form derived from the LXX. through the Latin Vulgate; but Shemuel is a more correct transliteration of the Hebrew name. Cp. 1 Chronicles 6:26-28, notes.
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 6:33
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Dedication of the House of God by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having the presence of the Lord in our gatherings. He explains that if God's presence is with us, His glory will be manifes |
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The Messianic Psalms - Psalm 88 by Chip Brogden | In this video, Chip Brogdon continues his study in the book of Psalms, specifically focusing on the Messianic Psalms that prophesy about the Lord Jesus Christ and his kingdom. He b |
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For the Troubled by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the shepherd's duty to care for the troubled and sick among the flock, reminding believers that adversity is a common experience, even for the faithful. He |
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Exposition on Psalm 89 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine preaches about the faithfulness of God's promises, despite the challenges faced by His people. He highlights the change brought by Christ's resurrection and the repro |
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Psalm 88 by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches on Psalm 88, depicting the deep anguish and despair of the psalmist as he cries out to God in the midst of overwhelming troubles and the feeling of being abandon |
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Epistle 148 by George Fox | George Fox preaches about the importance of sincere and persistent prayer to the Lord, emphasizing that God hears the cries of His people and is present in their afflictions, oppre |
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A New Priesthood Arises by George Warnock | George Warnock emphasizes the transition from the corrupt priesthood of Eli to the rise of Samuel, a faithful servant of God, who was born from Hannah's deep cries for a son. This |