1 Chronicles 9:24
1 Chronicles 9:24 in Multiple Translations
The gatekeepers were stationed on the four sides: east, west, north, and south.
In four quarters were the porters, toward the east, west, north, and south.
On the four sides were the porters, toward the east, west, north, and south.
There were keepers of the doors on the four sides, to the east, west, north, and south.
The gatekeepers were placed on four sides: east, west, north, and south.
The porters were in foure quarters Eastward, Westward, Northward and Southward.
At four sides are the gatekeepers, east, west, north, and south.
On the four sides were the gatekeepers, toward the east, west, north, and south.
In four quarters were the porters, towards the east, west, north and south.
In four quarters were the porters: that is to say, toward the east, and west, and north, and south.
There were gatekeepers on each of the four sides of the Sacred Tent.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 9:24
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1 Chronicles 9:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
לְ/אַרְבַּ֣ע
רוּח֔וֹת
יִהְי֖וּ
הַ/שֹּׁעֲרִ֑ים
מִזְרָ֥ח
יָ֖מָּ/ה
צָפ֥וֹנָ/ה
וָ/נֶֽגְבָּ/ה
לְ/אַרְבַּ֣ע
ʼarbaʻ
H702
four
Prep | Adj
רוּח֔וֹת
rûwach
H7307
spirit
N-cp
יִהְי֖וּ
hâyâh
H1961
to be
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
הַ/שֹּׁעֲרִ֑ים
shôwʻêr
H7778
gatekeeper
Art | N-mp
מִזְרָ֥ח
mizrâch
H4217
east
N-ms
יָ֖מָּ/ה
yâm
H3220
West
N-ms | Suff
צָפ֥וֹנָ/ה
tsâphôwn
H6828
Zaphon
N-fs | Suff
וָ/נֶֽגְבָּ/ה
negeb
H5045
Negeb
Conj | N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 9:24
לְ/אַרְבַּ֣ע
ʼarbaʻ
H702
"four"
Prep | Adj
The number four is a simple counting number in Hebrew, used to describe quantities of things, such as people, objects, or groups.
Definition: four
Usage: Occurs in 277 OT verses. KJV: four. See also: Genesis 2:10; Judges 20:47; Esther 9:21.
רוּח֔וֹת
rûwach
H7307
"spirit"
N-cp
In the Bible, this word for spirit refers to the breath of life, the wind, or a person's mind and emotions, as seen in the book of Ezekiel.
Definition: : spirit 1) wind, breath, mind, spirit 1a) breath 1b) wind 1b1) of heaven 1b2) quarter (of wind), side 1b3) breath of air 1b4) air, gas 1b5) vain, empty thing 1c) spirit (as that which breathes quickly in animation or agitation) 1c1) spirit, animation, vivacity, vigour 1c2) courage 1c3) temper, anger 1c4) impatience, patience 1c5) spirit, disposition (as troubled, bitter, discontented) 1c6) disposition (of various kinds), unaccountable or uncontrollable impulse 1c7) prophetic spirit 1d) spirit (of the living, breathing being in man and animals) 1d1) as gift, preserved by God, God's spirit, departing at death, disembodied being 1e) spirit (as seat of emotion) 1e1) desire 1e2) sorrow, trouble 1f) spirit 1f1) as seat or organ of mental acts 1f2) rarely of the will 1f3) as seat especially of moral character 1g) Spirit of God, the third person of the triune God, the Holy Spirit, coequal, coeternal with the Father and the Son 1g1) as inspiring ecstatic state of prophecy 1g2) as impelling prophet to utter instruction or warning 1g3) imparting warlike energy and executive and administrative power 1g4) as endowing men with various gifts 1g5) as energy of life 1g6) as manifest in the Shekinah glory 1g7) never referred to as a depersonalised force
Usage: Occurs in 348 OT verses. KJV: air, anger, blast, breath, [idiom] cool, courage, mind, [idiom] quarter, [idiom] side, spirit(-ual), tempest, [idiom] vain, (whirl-) wind(-y). See also: Genesis 1:2; Job 6:26; Psalms 1:4.
יִהְי֖וּ
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
הַ/שֹּׁעֲרִ֑ים
shôwʻêr
H7778
"gatekeeper"
Art | N-mp
A gatekeeper or porter was a person responsible for guarding and maintaining a gate or door. This word is used to describe someone who controls access to a building or area. In the Bible, it is translated as doorkeeper or porter.
Definition: gatekeeper, porter
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: doorkeeper, porter. See also: 2 Samuel 18:26; 2 Chronicles 23:4; Nehemiah 13:5.
מִזְרָ֥ח
mizrâch
H4217
"east"
N-ms
This word means the direction of the sunrise, or east. It is used in the Bible to describe the direction of the sun and the east side of something.
Definition: 1) place of sunrise, east 1a) sunrise, east (with 'sun') 1b) the east (without 'sun') 1b1) to or toward the place of sunrise 1b2) to the east, eastward
Usage: Occurs in 71 OT verses. KJV: east (side, -ward), (sun-) rising (of the sun). See also: Exodus 27:13; 1 Kings 7:25; Psalms 50:1.
יָ֖מָּ/ה
yâm
H3220
"West"
N-ms | Suff
Refers to a large body of water like the Mediterranean Sea or a sea in general, sometimes specifically the west or seaward direction.
Definition: This name means sea, seaward, westward Another name of eph.ron (עֶפְרוֹן "(Mount )Ephron" H6085H)
Usage: Occurs in 339 OT verses. KJV: sea ([idiom] -faring man, (-shore)), south, west (-ern, side, -ward). See also: Genesis 1:10; Joshua 17:10; Psalms 8:9.
צָפ֥וֹנָ/ה
tsâphôwn
H6828
"Zaphon"
N-fs | Suff
This word means 'north' and is used to describe a direction or location. In the Bible, it is often translated as 'north' or 'northern side'.
Definition: This name means north Also named: tsa.phon (צָפוֹן "Zaphon" H6829)
Usage: Occurs in 141 OT verses. KJV: north(-ern, side, -ward, wind). See also: Genesis 13:14; Jeremiah 6:22; Psalms 48:3.
וָ/נֶֽגְבָּ/ה
negeb
H5045
"Negeb"
Conj | N-ms | Suff
The Negeb is the southern district of Judah, also known as the south country, and can occasionally refer to Egypt, which is south of Palestine.
Definition: region of southern Judah Also named: ne.gev (נֶ֫גֶב "south" H5045H) This name means south-country
Usage: Occurs in 97 OT verses. KJV: south (country, side, -ward). See also: Genesis 12:9; 1 Samuel 14:5; Psalms 126:4.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 9:24
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 9:24
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 9:24
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 9:24
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 9:24
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 9:24
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 9:24
Context — The People of Jerusalem
22The number of those chosen to be gatekeepers at the thresholds was 212. They were registered by genealogy in their villages. David and Samuel the seer had appointed them to their positions of trust.
23So they and their descendants were assigned to guard the gates of the house of the LORD—the house called the Tent.
24The gatekeepers were stationed on the four sides: east, west, north, and south.
25Their relatives came from their villages at fixed times to serve with them for seven-day periods. 26But the four chief gatekeepers, who were Levites, were entrusted with the rooms and the treasuries of the house of God.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 26:14–18 | The lot for the East Gate fell to Shelemiah. Then lots were cast for his son Zechariah, a wise counselor, and the lot for the North Gate fell to him. The lot for the South Gate fell to Obed-edom, and the lot for the storehouses to his sons. The lots for the West Gate and the Shallecheth Gate on the ascending highway fell to Shuppim and Hosah. There were guards stationed at every watch. Each day there were six Levites on the east, four on the north, four on the south, and two pairs at the storehouse. As for the court on the west, there were four at the highway and two at the court. |
1 Chronicles 9:24 Summary
The gatekeepers in 1 Chronicles 9:24 were stationed on all four sides of the house of the LORD, demonstrating a sense of completeness and thoroughness in their responsibilities. This reminds us that, as followers of Christ, we are called to be faithful in all areas of our lives, just as the gatekeepers were faithful in guarding the gates. As Jesus teaches in Matthew 16:19, we have a role in 'binding' and 'loosing' in our lives, and we must be mindful of our responsibilities to God and to others. By being faithful in our own 'gatekeeping' roles, we can trust God to work out the details, just as He did in the lives of the gatekeepers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the role of the gatekeepers in the house of the LORD?
The gatekeepers were responsible for guarding the gates of the house of the LORD, as seen in 1 Chronicles 9:24, and were entrusted with positions of trust by David and Samuel the seer, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 9:22.
How did the gatekeepers' responsibilities relate to their genealogy?
The gatekeepers were registered by genealogy in their villages, as stated in 1 Chronicles 9:22, highlighting the importance of family lineage in their roles as gatekeepers.
What can we learn from the gatekeepers' assignment to specific sides of the house of the LORD?
The assignment of gatekeepers to the four sides - east, west, north, and south - in 1 Chronicles 9:24, demonstrates a sense of order and organization, reflecting God's attention to detail, as seen in other biblical accounts such as Exodus 25:9 and Hebrews 8:5.
How does the role of gatekeepers relate to our lives as Christians today?
The role of gatekeepers can be seen as a metaphor for our responsibility to guard our hearts and minds, as mentioned in Proverbs 4:23, and to be faithful stewards of the gifts and talents God has given us, as taught in 1 Corinthians 4:2.
Reflection Questions
- What are the 'gates' in my life that need to be guarded, and how can I ensure they are protected?
- How can I, like the gatekeepers, be faithful in my responsibilities and trust God with the details?
- In what ways can I, as a follower of Christ, be a 'gatekeeper' for others, providing a safe and welcoming environment for them to encounter God?
- What can I learn from the gatekeepers' commitment to their roles, and how can I apply that to my own life and service to God?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 9:24
In four quarters were the porters,.... For, according to the Targum on 1 Chronicles 9:22 there were twenty four wards: towards the east, west, north, and south; and, as the same paraphrase has it,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 9:24
In four quarters were the porters, toward the east, west, north, and south. In four quarters were the porters - i:e., the principal porters, with their assistants.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 9:24
The porters, i.e. the chief porters, as this is explained, .
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 9:24
1 Chronicles 9:24 In four quarters were the porters, toward the east, west, north, and south.Ver. 24. Towards the east.] The four parts of the temple answered to the four parts of the world. on Matthew 8:11.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 9:24
(24) In four quarters were the porters.—“To the four winds used the warders to stand” (to be), viz., on the four sides of the tent of meeting, and from the age of Solomon on the four sides of the square enclosure of the Temple.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 9:24
24. In four quarters] R.V. on the four sides. Fuller details are given in 1 Chronicles 26:14-18.