1 Chronicles 6:64
1 Chronicles 6:64 in Multiple Translations
So the Israelites gave to the Levites these cities and their pasturelands.
And the children of Israel gave to the Levites these cities with their suburbs.
And the children of Israel gave to the Levites the cities with their suburbs.
And the children of Israel gave to the Levites the towns with their outskirts.
So the people of Israel gave the Levites these towns and their pasturelands.
Thus the children of Israel gaue to the Leuites cities with their suburbes.
And the sons of Israel give to the Levites the cities and their suburbs.
The children of Israel gave to the Levites the cities with their pasture lands.
And the children of Israel gave to the Levites these cities with their suburbs.
And the children of Israel gave to the Levites the cities, and their suburbs.
The leaders of Israel allotted those towns and the nearby pasturelands to the descendants of Levi.
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1 Chronicles 6:64 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אֶת
קְדֵמוֹת֙
וְ/אֶת
מִגְרָשֶׁ֔י/הָ
וְ/אֶת
מֵיפַ֖עַת
וְ/אֶת
מִגְרָשֶֽׁי/הָ
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
קְדֵמוֹת֙
Qᵉdêmôwth
H6932
Kedemoth
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
מִגְרָשֶׁ֔י/הָ
migrâsh
H4054
pasture
N-mp | Suff
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
מֵיפַ֖עַת
Môwphaʻath
H4158
Mephaath
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
מִגְרָשֶֽׁי/הָ
migrâsh
H4054
pasture
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 6:64
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
קְדֵמוֹת֙
Qᵉdêmôwth
H6932
"Kedemoth"
N-proper
Kedemoth means eastern and refers to a place in Palestine east of the Dead Sea given to the Merarite Levites. It was part of the tribe of Reuben's district. The KJV Bible translates it as Kedemoth.
Definition: § Kedemoth = "eastern" one of the towns in the district east of the Dead Sea allotted to the tribe of Reuben and given to the Merarite Levites
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Kedemoth. See also: Deuteronomy 2:26; Joshua 21:37; 1 Chronicles 6:64.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
מִגְרָשֶׁ֔י/הָ
migrâsh
H4054
"pasture"
N-mp | Suff
A pasture or open land, often the area around a building or the margin of the sea. This term describes a common or shared space in the Bible.
Definition: common, common land, open land, suburb
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: cast out, suburb. See also: Leviticus 25:34; Joshua 21:37; Ezekiel 48:17.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
מֵיפַ֖עַת
Môwphaʻath
H4158
"Mephaath"
N-proper
Mephaath is a place in Palestine, a city in the district of the Mishor near Moab. It was allotted to the Merarite Levites. The name means splendour or height.
Definition: § Mephaath = "splendour" or "height" a city of Reuben allotted to the Merarite Levites lying in the district of the Mishor, near Moab
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Mephaath. See also: Joshua 13:18; 1 Chronicles 6:64; Jeremiah 48:21.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
מִגְרָשֶֽׁי/הָ
migrâsh
H4054
"pasture"
N-mp | Suff
A pasture or open land, often the area around a building or the margin of the sea. This term describes a common or shared space in the Bible.
Definition: common, common land, open land, suburb
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: cast out, suburb. See also: Leviticus 25:34; Joshua 21:37; Ezekiel 48:17.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 6:64
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 6:64
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:64
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:64
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 6:64
- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 6:64
Context — Territories for the Levites
62The Gershomites, according to their clans, were allotted thirteen cities from the tribes of Issachar, Asher, Naphtali, and Manasseh in Bashan.
63The Merarites, according to their clans, were allotted twelve cities from the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and Zebulun.
64So the Israelites gave to the Levites these cities and their pasturelands.
65They assigned by lot the cities named above from the tribes of Judah, Simeon, and Benjamin. 66And some of the clans of the Kohathites were given cities from the tribe of Ephraim for their territory:Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Joshua 21:41–42 | For the Levites, then, there were forty-eight cities in all, together with their pasturelands, within the territory of the Israelites. Each of these cities had its own surrounding pasturelands; this was true for all the cities. |
| 2 | Joshua 21:3 | So by the command of the LORD, the Israelites gave the Levites these cities and their pasturelands out of their own inheritance: |
| 3 | Numbers 35:1–8 | Again the LORD spoke to Moses on the plains of Moab by the Jordan across from Jericho: “Command the Israelites to give, from the inheritance they will possess, cities for the Levites to live in and pasturelands around the cities. The cities will be for them to live in, and the pasturelands will be for their herds, their flocks, and all their other livestock. The pasturelands around the cities you are to give the Levites will extend a thousand cubits from the wall on every side. You are also to measure two thousand cubits outside the city on the east, two thousand on the south, two thousand on the west, and two thousand on the north, with the city in the center. These areas will serve as larger pasturelands for the cities. Six of the cities you give the Levites are to be appointed as cities of refuge, to which a manslayer may flee. In addition to these, give the Levites forty-two other cities. The total number of cities you give the Levites will be forty-eight, with their corresponding pasturelands. The cities that you apportion from the territory of the Israelites should be given to the Levites in proportion to the inheritance of each tribe: more from a larger tribe and less from a smaller one.” |
1 Chronicles 6:64 Summary
This verse shows how the Israelites obeyed God's command to give cities and pasturelands to the Levites, who were the priests and servants of the Lord. The Levites did not receive a large tract of land like the other tribes, but instead were to serve the Lord and the community, as seen in Deuteronomy 18:1-8. By giving to the Levites, the Israelites were showing their trust in God's provision and their desire to obey His commands, just as we are encouraged to trust and obey God in our own lives (Proverbs 3:5-6). This verse reminds us of the importance of trusting God to provide for our needs and obeying His commands, even when it's difficult.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the Israelites give cities to the Levites?
The Israelites gave cities to the Levites because God had instructed them to do so, as seen in Numbers 35:1-8, where God commanded the Israelites to give the Levites cities to live in and pasturelands for their livestock.
What was the significance of the Levites receiving cities and pasturelands?
The Levites receiving cities and pasturelands was a fulfillment of God's promise to provide for them, as they did not receive a large tract of land like the other tribes, but instead were to serve the Lord and the community, as seen in Deuteronomy 18:1-8.
How did the Israelites determine which cities to give to the Levites?
The Israelites assigned the cities to the Levites by lot, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 6:65, which ensured that the distribution was fair and guided by God's providence, similar to the method used to divide the land in Joshua 14:1-5.
What can we learn from the Israelites' obedience in giving cities to the Levites?
We can learn about the importance of obeying God's commands, even when it may require sacrifice, as seen in this verse and in 2 Corinthians 9:6-7, where we are encouraged to give generously and cheerfully to support God's work.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can show obedience to God's commands in my own life, even when it's difficult?
- How can I trust God to provide for my needs, just as He provided for the Levites?
- What are some ways I can support and serve others in my community, just as the Levites served the Israelites?
- What can I learn from the Israelites' example of giving to others and trusting God to provide for them?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 6:64
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 6:54].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 6:64
Unto the sons of Merari were given by lot, throughout their families, out of the tribe of Reuben, and out of the tribe of Gad, and out of the tribe of Zebulun, twelve cities. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:64
To the Levites, i.e. to the tribe of Levi, consisting of priests and other Levites. These cities, which are numbered or named in this chapter.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:64
(54-81) The Levitical cities, beginning with those of the Aavonites, the principal branch of the Kohathite clan. This list deals with the same topic as Joshua 21:3-40, with which, upon the whole, it is in substantial agreement. 1 Chronicles 6:54-60 are parallel to Joshua 21:10-19.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 6:64
54–81 (= 39–66 according to the Heb. division). The forty-eight Levitic cities This section has been adopted with some rearrangement from the parallel passage in Joshua. In Joshua the number of cities taken from each group of tribes and given to its respective division of the Levites is first stated, no city being named; and next the names of the cities are given under each division of the Levites and under the name of the tribe from which the cities were taken. In Chron. the cities given to the Aaronites are first mentioned by name and reckoned to be thirteen In number (1 Chronicles 6:55-60); next the cities given to each remaining division of the Levites are reckoned shortly by number only (1 Chronicles 6:61-63); lastly, these cities are separately reckoned at length by name only (1 Chronicles 6:66-81). This rearrangement is not happy; perhaps the Chronicler originally intended to give the Aaronite cities only by name as well as number, and so 1 Chronicles 6:66-81 (containing the names of the non-Aaronite cities) may be a supplement to the original text. Notice that no names of cities taken from Simeon are given; cp. 1 Chronicles 6:65; Joshua 21:9. (Critical Note on 54–81.) The text of the passage has suffered in transcription. In 1 Chronicles 6:55-60 eleven names are given, but thirteen are reckoned (1 Chronicles 6:60), the explanation being that the names Juttah and Gibeon (Joshua 21:16-17) have fallen out. In 1 Chronicles 6:61, after or before Manasseh the names of Ephraim and Dan have fallen out (cp. 1 Chronicles 6:66 and Joshua 21:5); Manasseh contributed only two out of the ten cities. Before 1 Chronicles 6:69 we must restore from Joshua 21:23 the words, And out of the tribe of Dan, Eltekeh with her suburbs, Gibbethon with her suburbs.
In 1 Chronicles 6:77 or immediately before 1 Chronicles 6:78 two names of cities of Zebulun have fallen out; cp. 1 Chronicles 6:63 (“twelve cities”) with 1 Chronicles 6:77-81 (ten cities only are named).
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 6:64
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God's Judgement & Mercy by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of God's judgment and the target of that judgment. He emphasizes that listening to the law only makes people desire to break it, |
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Christ Our City of Refuge by Hoseah Wu | In this sermon, Richard from Elizabeth introduces his brother Levine to say a few words. Levine expresses his love for bagels and locks and praises the inspiring words written by a |