1 Chronicles 6:80
1 Chronicles 6:80 in Multiple Translations
And from the tribe of Gad they were given Ramoth in Gilead, Mahanaim,
And out of the tribe of Gad; Ramoth in Gilead with her suburbs, and Mahanaim with her suburbs,
and out of the tribe of Gad, Ramoth in Gilead with its suburbs, and Mahanaim with its suburbs,
And out of the tribe of Gad, Ramoth in Gilead with its outskirts, and Mahanaim with its outskirts,
and from the tribe of Gad: Ramoth in Gilead, Mahanaim,
And out of the tribe of Gad Ramoth in Gilead with her suburbes, and Mahanaim with her suburbes,
and from the tribe of Gad: Ramoth in Gilead and its suburbs, and Mahanaim and its suburbs,
and out of the tribe of Gad, Ramoth in Gilead with its pasture lands, Mahanaim with its pasture lands,
And out of the tribe of Gad; Ramoth in Gilead with its suburbs, and Mahanaim with its suburbs,
Moreover also out of the tribe of Gad, Ramoth in Galaad and its suburbs, and Manaim with its suburbs;
From the tribe of Gad, they were allotted cities and towns and pastureland near Ramoth in the Gilead region, the cities of Mahanaim,
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Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 6:80
Context — Territories for the Levites
80And from the tribe of Gad they were given Ramoth in Gilead, Mahanaim,
81Heshbon, and Jazer, together with their pasturelands.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 32:2 | When Jacob saw them, he said, “This is the camp of God.” So he named that place Mahanaim. |
| 2 | 2 Kings 9:1 | Now Elisha the prophet summoned one of the sons of the prophets and said to him, “Tuck your cloak under your belt, take this flask of oil, and go to Ramoth-gilead. |
| 3 | Joshua 21:38–39 | And from the tribe of Gad they were given Ramoth in Gilead, a city of refuge for the manslayer, Mahanaim, Heshbon, and Jazer—four cities in all, together with their pasturelands. |
| 4 | 2 Samuel 17:27 | When David came to Mahanaim, he was met by Shobi son of Nahash from Rabbah of the Ammonites, Machir son of Ammiel from Lo-debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite from Rogelim. |
| 5 | 2 Samuel 17:24 | Then David went to Mahanaim, and Absalom crossed the Jordan with all the men of Israel. |
| 6 | 2 Samuel 19:32 | Barzillai was quite old, eighty years of age, and since he was a very wealthy man, he had provided for the king while he stayed in Mahanaim. |
| 7 | 1 Kings 22:3–28 | who said to his servants, “Do you not know that Ramoth-gilead is ours, but we have failed to take it from the hand of the king of Aram?” So he asked Jehoshaphat, “Will you go with me to fight against Ramoth-gilead?” Jehoshaphat answered the king of Israel, “I am like you, my people are your people, and my horses are your horses.” But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.” So the king of Israel assembled the prophets, about four hundred men, and asked them, “Should I go to war against Ramoth-gilead, or should I refrain?” “Go up,” they replied, “and the Lord will deliver it into the hand of the king.” But Jehoshaphat asked, “Is there not still a prophet of the LORD here of whom we can inquire?” The king of Israel answered, “There is still one man who can ask the LORD, but I hate him because he never prophesies anything good for me, but only bad. He is Micaiah son of Imlah.” “The king should not say that!” Jehoshaphat replied. So the king of Israel called one of his officials and said, “Bring Micaiah son of Imlah at once.” Dressed in royal attire, the king of Israel and Jehoshaphat king of Judah were sitting on their thrones at the threshing floor by the entrance of the gate of Samaria, with all the prophets prophesying before them. Now Zedekiah son of Chenaanah had made for himself iron horns and declared, “This is what the LORD says: ‘With these you shall gore the Arameans until they are finished off.’” And all the prophets were prophesying the same, saying, “Go up to Ramoth-gilead and prosper, for the LORD will deliver it into the hand of the king.” Then the messenger who had gone to call Micaiah instructed him, “Behold now, with one accord the words of the prophets are favorable to the king. So please let your words be like theirs, and speak favorably.” But Micaiah said, “As surely as the LORD lives, I will speak whatever the LORD tells me.” When Micaiah arrived, the king asked him, “Micaiah, should we go to war against Ramoth-gilead, or should we refrain?” “Go up and triumph,” Micaiah replied, “for the LORD will give it into the hand of the king.” But the king said to him, “How many times must I make you swear not to tell me anything but the truth in the name of the LORD?” So Micaiah declared: “I saw all Israel scattered on the hills like sheep without a shepherd. And the LORD said, ‘These people have no master; let each one return home in peace.’” Then the king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat, “Did I not tell you that he never prophesies good for me, but only bad?” Micaiah continued, “Therefore hear the word of the LORD: I saw the LORD sitting on His throne, and all the host of heaven standing by Him on His right and on His left. And the LORD said, ‘Who will entice Ahab to march up and fall at Ramoth-gilead?’ And one suggested this, and another that. Then a spirit came forward, stood before the LORD, and said, ‘I will entice him.’ ‘By what means?’ asked the LORD. And he replied, ‘I will go out and be a lying spirit in the mouths of all his prophets.’ ‘You will surely entice him and prevail,’ said the LORD. ‘Go and do it.’ So you see, the LORD has put a lying spirit in the mouths of all these prophets of yours, and the LORD has pronounced disaster against you.” Then Zedekiah son of Chenaanah went up, struck Micaiah in the face, and demanded, “Which way did the Spirit of the LORD go when He departed from me to speak with you?” Micaiah replied, “You will soon see, on that day when you go and hide in an inner room.” And the king of Israel declared, “Take Micaiah and return him to Amon the governor of the city and to Joash the king’s son, and tell them that this is what the king says: ‘Put this man in prison and feed him only bread and water until I return safely.’” But Micaiah replied, “If you ever return safely, the LORD has not spoken through me.” Then he added, “Take heed, all you people!” |
| 8 | 1 Chronicles 6:73 | Ramoth, and Anem, together with their pasturelands. |
1 Chronicles 6:80 Summary
[This verse tells us about two cities, Ramoth in Gilead and Mahanaim, which were given to the Levites from the tribe of Gad. The Levites were a special group of people who served God and taught others about Him, and these cities were a place for them to live and serve. Just like the Levites, we are called to serve God and be a blessing to those around us, as seen in Matthew 5:16. By looking at how God provided for the Levites, we can see His love and care for those who serve Him.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Ramoth in Gilead and Mahanaim in 1 Chronicles 6:80?
These cities were given to the Levites from the tribe of Gad, highlighting God's provision for His servants, as seen in Leviticus 25:32-34, where Levites were to be given cities to live in and serve the Lord.
Why were the Levites given cities in different tribes?
The distribution of cities to the Levites across various tribes, such as Reuben and Gad, demonstrates God's plan for the Levites to be dispersed among the people, teaching and guiding them in the ways of the Lord, as mentioned in Deuteronomy 33:10 and Malachi 2:7.
What can we learn from the allocation of pasturelands to these cities?
The inclusion of pasturelands with the cities, as seen in 1 Chronicles 6:80, indicates God's care for the physical needs of His people, reflecting His promise to provide for those who serve Him, as stated in Psalm 37:3 and Matthew 6:33.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of a larger list of cities given to the Levites, demonstrating the fulfillment of God's promises to the tribe of Levi, as outlined in Numbers 35:1-8 and Joshua 21:1-45, showcasing God's faithfulness to His covenant people.
Reflection Questions
- What does the provision of cities for the Levites reveal about God's heart for those who serve Him?
- How can we apply the principle of God's provision for the Levites to our own lives and ministries?
- In what ways can we, like the Levites, be a blessing to the people around us, teaching and guiding them in the ways of the Lord?
- What can we learn from the geographic distribution of the Levites' cities about God's desire for His people to be a light to all nations?
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