1 Chronicles 6:77
1 Chronicles 6:77 in Multiple Translations
The Merarites (the rest of the Levites) received the following: From the tribe of Zebulun they were given Rimmono and Tabor, together with their pasturelands.
Unto the rest of the children of Merari were given out of the tribe of Zebulun, Rimmon with her suburbs, Tabor with her suburbs:
Unto the rest of the Levites, the sons of Merari, were given, out of the tribe of Zebulun, Rimmono with its suburbs, Tabor with its suburbs;
To the rest of the Levites, the sons of Merari, were given, out of the tribe of Zebulun, Rimmono with its outskirts, Tabor with its outskirts;
The rest of the descendants of Merari received the following. From the tribe of Zebulun: Jokneam, Kartah, Rimmono, and Tabor, together with their pasturelands;
Vnto the rest of the children of Merari were giuen out of ye tribe of Zebulun Rimmon and her suburbes, Tabor and her suburbes,
To the sons of Merari who are left, from the tribe of Zebulun, [are] Rimmon and its suburbs, Tabor and its suburbs;
To the rest of the Levites, the sons of Merari, were given, out of the tribe of Zebulun, Rimmono with its pasture lands, and Tabor with its pasture lands;
To the rest of the children of Merari were given out of the tribe of Zebulun, Rimmon with its suburbs, Tabor with its suburbs:
And to the sons of Merari that remained: out of the tribe of Zabulon, Remmono and its suburbs, and Thabor with its suburbs.
The other descendants of Levi, those descended from Merari, were allotted towns and pasturelands from the tribe of Zebulun near Jokneam, Kartah, Rimmono, and Tabor.
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Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 6:77
Context — Territories for the Levites
77The Merarites (the rest of the Levites) received the following: From the tribe of Zebulun they were given Rimmono and Tabor, together with their pasturelands.
78From the tribe of Reuben east of the Jordan opposite Jericho they were given Bezer in the wilderness, Jahzah, 79Kedemoth, and Mephaath, together with their pasturelands.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joshua 21:34–35 | This is what the Merarite clan (the rest of the Levites) were given: From the tribe of Zebulun they were given Jokneam, Kartah, Dimnah, and Nahalal—four cities, together with their pasturelands. |
1 Chronicles 6:77 Summary
This verse tells us that the Merarites, a family of Levites, were given two cities, Rimmono and Tabor, and their surrounding pasturelands, by the tribe of Zebulun. This was part of God's plan to provide for the Levites, who did not have their own territory like the other tribes (Joshua 21:1-45). The Merarites were to use these cities and lands to serve the Lord and support themselves. We can learn from this that God is our provider and caretaker, just as he was for the Merarites (Philippians 4:19, Matthew 6:25-34).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the Merarites mentioned in 1 Chronicles 6:77?
The Merarites are a family of Levites, descended from Merari, one of the sons of Levi (1 Chronicles 6:1, Exodus 6:16-19).
Why did the Merarites receive cities and pasturelands from different tribes?
The Merarites received cities and pasturelands from different tribes as part of the allocation of land to the Levites, who did not receive a separate territory like the other tribes (Joshua 21:1-45, 1 Chronicles 6:54-81).
What is the significance of the cities given to the Merarites in 1 Chronicles 6:77?
The cities given to the Merarites, such as Rimmono and Tabor, were likely important for their economic and spiritual well-being, providing them with a place to live and serve the Lord (Deuteronomy 12:5, 1 Kings 8:16).
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of the book of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of the book of 1 Chronicles, which emphasizes the importance of the temple, the priesthood, and the allocation of land to the tribes of Israel (1 Chronicles 1:1-9:44, 2 Chronicles 1:1-9:31).
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn from the way the Merarites received their inheritance, and how can we apply this to our own lives as followers of God?
- How does the allocation of cities and pasturelands to the Merarites reflect God's care and provision for his people?
- What role do you think the cities of Rimmono and Tabor played in the spiritual lives of the Merarites, and what can we learn from their example?
- How does this verse encourage us to trust in God's sovereignty and provision, even when we face uncertainty or difficulty?