1 Chronicles 6:66
1 Chronicles 6:66 in Multiple Translations
And some of the clans of the Kohathites were given cities from the tribe of Ephraim for their territory:
And the residue of the families of the sons of Kohath had cities of their coasts out of the tribe of Ephraim.
And some of the families of the sons of Kohath had cities of their borders out of the tribe of Ephraim.
And to the families of the sons of Kohath were given towns by the Lord's decision out of the tribe of Ephraim.
Some of the Kohathite families received as their territory towns from the tribe of Ephraim.
And they of the families of the sonnes of Kohath, had cities and their coastes out of the tribe of Ephraim.
and some of the families of the sons of Kohath have cities of their border from the tribe of Ephraim;
Some of the families of the sons of Kohath had cities of their borders out of the tribe of Ephraim.
And the residue of the families of the sons of Kohath had cities of their borders out of the tribe of Ephraim.
And to them that were of the kindred of the sons of Caath, and the cities in their borders were of the tribe of Ephraim.
Some of the descendants of Kohath were allotted towns from the tribe of Ephraim.
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1 Chronicles 6:66 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אֶת
חֶשְׁבּוֹן֙
וְ/אֶת
מִגְרָשֶׁ֔י/הָ
וְ/אֶת
יַעְזֵ֖יר
וְ/אֶת
מִגְרָשֶֽׁי/הָ
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
חֶשְׁבּוֹן֙
Cheshbôwn
H2809
Heshbon
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
מִגְרָשֶׁ֔י/הָ
migrâsh
H4054
pasture
N-mp | Suff
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
יַעְזֵ֖יר
Yaʻăzêyr
H3270
Jazer
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
מִגְרָשֶֽׁי/הָ
migrâsh
H4054
pasture
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 6:66
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.
חֶשְׁבּוֹן֙
Cheshbôwn
H2809
"Heshbon"
N-proper
Heshbon was a city east of the Jordan River, serving as the capital of the Amorites under King Sihon, and later becoming part of the tribes of Reuben and Gad.
Definition: § Heshbon = "stronghold" the capital city of Sihon, king of the Amorites, located on the western border of the high plain and on the border line between the tribes of Reuben and Gad
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: Heshbon. See also: Numbers 21:25; Joshua 12:5; Isaiah 15:4.
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.
יַעְזֵ֖יר
Yaʻăzêyr
H3270
"Jazer"
N-proper
Jazer was a city east of the Jordan River, in the territory of Gad, and was originally an Amorite city. The name Jazer means helped and it is mentioned in the Bible as a Levitical city.
Definition: § Jazer or Jaazer = "helped" a Levitical city east of the Jordan, in Gilead in the territory of Gad, formerly an Amorite city; site uncertain
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: Jaazer, Jazer. See also: Numbers 21:32; 2 Samuel 24:5; Isaiah 16:8.
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 6:66
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- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 6:66
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 6:66
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:66
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:66
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 6:66
Context — Territories for the Levites
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:
67They were given Shechem (a city of refuge) with its pasturelands in the hill country of Ephraim, and Gezer, 68Jokmeam, Beth-horon,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joshua 21:20–26 | The remaining Kohathite clans of the Levites were allotted these cities: From the tribe of Ephraim they were given Shechem in the hill country of Ephraim (a city of refuge for the manslayer), Gezer, Kibzaim, and Beth-horon—four cities, together with their pasturelands. From the tribe of Dan they were given Elteke, Gibbethon, Aijalon, and Gath-rimmon—four cities, together with their pasturelands. And from the half-tribe of Manasseh they were given Taanach and Gath-rimmon—two cities, together with their pasturelands. In all, ten cities, together with their pasturelands, were given to the rest of the Kohathite clans. |
1 Chronicles 6:66 Summary
This verse tells us that some of the Kohathites, a group of Levites, were given cities from the tribe of Ephraim to live in and use as their territory, as part of the Israelites' assignment of cities to the Levites, as seen in 1 Chronicles 6:64. This was a way for the Israelites to provide for the Levites and support their work, just like we are called to support those who minister to us, as seen in Galatians 6:6-10. The Levites were important to God's work, and the Israelites wanted to make sure they had what they needed, as instructed in Numbers 35:2-5 and Joshua 21:1-45. This reminds us to be generous and supportive of those who serve God and His people, as taught in 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 and Psalm 37:3-7.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were the Kohathites given cities from the tribe of Ephraim?
The Kohathites were given cities from the tribe of Ephraim as part of the Israelites' assignment of cities to the Levites, as seen in 1 Chronicles 6:64, to provide for their territory and support their ministry, as instructed in Numbers 35:2-5 and Joshua 21:1-45.
What is the significance of the tribe of Ephraim in this context?
The tribe of Ephraim was one of the prominent tribes of Israel, and the assignment of cities to the Kohathites from this tribe highlights the importance of their role in supporting the Levites, as seen in Joshua 16:1-17:18 and 1 Chronicles 6:65.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of 1 Chronicles, which focuses on the history of the Israelites, particularly the tribes and their relationships, as seen in 1 Chronicles 1:1-9:44, and highlights God's faithfulness to His people, as promised in Genesis 12:1-3 and Deuteronomy 30:1-10.
What can we learn from the way the Israelites provided for the Levites?
The Israelites' provision for the Levites demonstrates their commitment to supporting God's ministers and their work, as seen in 1 Chronicles 6:64 and Numbers 18:21-24, and serves as an example for us to prioritize giving and generosity, as taught in 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 and Galatians 6:6-10.
Reflection Questions
- How can I apply the principle of providing for those in ministry, as seen in this verse, to my own life and community?
- What role do I play in supporting the work of God's ministers, and how can I be more intentional about it, as seen in Matthew 10:40-42 and 1 Timothy 5:17-18?
- How does this verse remind me of God's faithfulness to His people, and what encouragement can I draw from it, as seen in Psalm 23:1-6 and Isaiah 40:28-31?
- In what ways can I show appreciation and gratitude for those who minister to me, as seen in 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 and Hebrews 13:7?
- What can I learn from the Israelites' example of trusting God to provide for their needs, as seen in this verse and Exodus 16:1-36, and how can I apply that to my own life, as seen in Philippians 4:19 and Matthew 6:25-34?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 6:66
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 6:54].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 6:66
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 6:66
Of their coasts, or, of their borders, i.e. of their country contained within its borders, as that word is oft used, as hath been noted before.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:66
(66) And the residue of the families.—The Hebrew text can hardly mean this; and Joshua 21:20 shows that it is incorrect. The original text must have been, “And to the families of the sons of Kohath:—and the cities of their border were of the tribe of Ephraim.” The construction breaks off, and a new start is made by the words “and the cities,” &c. The verse is abridged as compared with Joshua, 50100
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 6:66
66–70 (= Joshua 21:20-25). The [ten] cities of the non-Aaronite Kohathites 66. the residue of the families] R.V. some of the families. of their coasts] R.V. of their borders.