1 Chronicles 9:32
1 Chronicles 9:32 in Multiple Translations
Some of their Kohathite brothers were responsible for preparing the rows of the showbread every Sabbath.
And other of their brethren, of the sons of the Kohathites, were over the shewbread, to prepare it every sabbath.
And some of their brethren, of the sons of the Kohathites, were over the showbread, to prepare it every sabbath.
And some of their brothers, sons of the Kohathites, were responsible for the holy bread which was put in order before the Lord, to get it ready every Sabbath.
Other Kohathites were in charge of preparing the bread set out on the table every Sabbath.
And other of their brethren the sonnes of Kohath had the ouersight of the shewbread to prepare it euery Sabbath.
And of the sons of the Kohathite, [some] of their brethren [are] over the bread of the arrangement, to prepare [it] sabbath by sabbath.
Some of their brothers, of the sons of the Kohathites, were over the show bread, to prepare it every Sabbath.
And others of their brethren, of the sons of the Kohathites, were over the show-bread, to prepare it every sabbath.
And some of the sons of Caath their brethren, were over the leaves of proposition, to prepare always new for every sabbath.
Some of the gatekeepers who were descended from Kohath prepared the freshly baked loaves of sacred bread that were placed on the table inside the Sacred Tent every Sabbath/rest day.
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1 Chronicles 9:32 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/מִן
בְּנֵ֧י
הַ/קְּהָתִ֛י
מִן
אֲחֵי/הֶ֖ם
עַל
לֶ֣חֶם
הַֽ/מַּעֲרָ֑כֶת
לְ/הָכִ֖ין
שַׁבַּ֥ת
שַׁבָּֽת
וּ/מִן
min
H4480
from
Conj | Prep
בְּנֵ֧י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
הַ/קְּהָתִ֛י
Qŏhâthîy
H6956
Kohathite
Art | Ngmsa
מִן
min
H4480
from
Prep
אֲחֵי/הֶ֖ם
ʼâch
H251
brother
N-mp | Suff
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
לֶ֣חֶם
lechem
H3899
food
N-cs
הַֽ/מַּעֲרָ֑כֶת
maʻăreketh
H4635
row
Art | N-fs
לְ/הָכִ֖ין
kûwn
H3559
to establish
Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
שַׁבַּ֥ת
shabbâth
H7676
Sabbath
N-cs
שַׁבָּֽת
shabbâth
H7676
Sabbath
N-cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 9:32
וּ/מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
בְּנֵ֧י
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
הַ/קְּהָתִ֛י
Qŏhâthîy
H6956
"Kohathite"
Art | Ngmsa
A Kohathite was a descendant of Kohath, a man from the tribe of Levi. The Kohathites were a family group in the tribe of Levi, named after Kohath, meaning assembly.
Definition: Someone descended from Kohath who was a man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.11; son of: Levi (H3878); brother of: Gershon (H1648), Merari (H4847) and Jochebed (H3115); father of: Amram (H6019), Izhar (H3324), Hebron (H2275B) and Uzziel (H5816) Group of qe.hat (קְהָת "Kohath" H6955) § Kohathites, of Kohath "assembly" the descendants of Kohath, the 2nd son of Levi
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Kohathites. See also: Numbers 3:27; Joshua 21:4; 2 Chronicles 34:12.
מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
אֲחֵי/הֶ֖ם
ʼâch
H251
"brother"
N-mp | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a brother or male sibling, but it can also refer to a close relative, friend, or someone with a similar relationship. It is used to describe the bond between brothers, like the relationship between Cain and Abel in Genesis.
Definition: : male-sibling 1) brother 1a) brother of same parents 1b) half-brother (same father) 1c) relative, kinship, same tribe 1d) each to the other (reciprocal relationship) 1e) (fig.) of resemblance
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'. See also: Genesis 4:2; Genesis 42:13; Numbers 25:6.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
לֶ֣חֶם
lechem
H3899
"food"
N-cs
This Hebrew word refers to food, especially bread or grain. It's used throughout the Bible to describe meals, sacrifices, and daily life, highlighting the importance of food in ancient Israelite culture.
Definition: : food(eating) 1) bread, food, grain 1a) bread 1a1) bread 1a2) bread-corn 1b) food (in general)
Usage: Occurs in 277 OT verses. KJV: (shew-) bread, [idiom] eat, food, fruit, loaf, meat, victuals. See also: Genesis 3:19; 1 Samuel 20:34; Psalms 14:4.
הַֽ/מַּעֲרָ֑כֶת
maʻăreketh
H4635
"row"
Art | N-fs
This term describes a row or line, like a pile of loaves, used in the context of shewbread or offerings.
Definition: row, line
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: row, shewbread. See also: Leviticus 24:6; 1 Chronicles 28:16; Nehemiah 10:34.
לְ/הָכִ֖ין
kûwn
H3559
"to establish"
Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
This verb means to set something up or establish it, like setting up a tent or appointing someone to a position, as seen in Isaiah 7:14.
Definition: : prepare/direct 1) to be firm, be stable, be established 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be set up, be established, be fixed 1a1a) to be firmly established 1a1b) to be established, be stable, be secure, be enduring 1a1c) to be fixed, be securely determined 1a2) to be directed aright, be fixed aright, be steadfast (moral sense) 1a3) to prepare, be ready 1a4) to be prepared, be arranged, be settled 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to establish, set up, accomplish, do, make firm 1b2) to fix, make ready, prepare, provide, provide for, furnish 1b3) to direct toward (moral sense) 1b4) to arrange, order 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be established, be fastened 1c2) to be prepared, be ready 1d) (Polel) 1d1) to set up, establish 1d2) to constitute, make 1d3) to fix 1d4) to direct 1e) (Pulal) to be established, be prepared 1f) (Hithpolel) to be established, be restored
Usage: Occurs in 211 OT verses. KJV: certain(-ty), confirm, direct, faithfulness, fashion, fasten, firm, be fitted, be fixed, frame, be meet, ordain, order, perfect, (make) preparation, prepare (self), provide, make provision, (be, make) ready, right, set (aright, fast, forth), be stable, (e-) stablish, stand, tarry, [idiom] very deed. See also: Genesis 41:32; Job 18:12; Psalms 5:10.
שַׁבַּ֥ת
shabbâth
H7676
"Sabbath"
N-cs
The Hebrew word for the Sabbath, a day of rest and worship, as commanded by God in Exodus 20:8-11 and observed by the Israelites. It is a special day set apart for spiritual renewal and reflection, as Jesus taught in Matthew 12:1-14.
Definition: Sabbath 1a) sabbath 1b) day of atonement 1c) sabbath year 1d) week 1e) produce (in sabbath year)
Usage: Occurs in 89 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] every) sabbath. See also: Exodus 16:23; 2 Chronicles 2:3; Psalms 92:1.
שַׁבָּֽת
shabbâth
H7676
"Sabbath"
N-cs
The Hebrew word for the Sabbath, a day of rest and worship, as commanded by God in Exodus 20:8-11 and observed by the Israelites. It is a special day set apart for spiritual renewal and reflection, as Jesus taught in Matthew 12:1-14.
Definition: Sabbath 1a) sabbath 1b) day of atonement 1c) sabbath year 1d) week 1e) produce (in sabbath year)
Usage: Occurs in 89 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] every) sabbath. See also: Exodus 16:23; 2 Chronicles 2:3; Psalms 92:1.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 9:32
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- Context
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- 1 Chronicles 9:32 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 9:32
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 9:32
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 9:32
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 9:32
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 9:32
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 9:32
- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 9:32
Context — The People of Jerusalem
30And some of the sons of the priests mixed the spices.
31A Levite named Mattithiah, the firstborn son of Shallum the Korahite, was entrusted with baking the bread.
32Some of their Kohathite relatives were responsible for preparing the rows of the showbread every Sabbath.
33Those who were musicians, the heads of Levite families, stayed in the temple chambers and were exempt from other duties because they were on duty day and night. 34All these were heads of Levite families, chiefs according to their genealogies, and they lived in Jerusalem.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 24:5–8 | You are also to take fine flour and bake twelve loaves, using two-tenths of an ephah for each loaf, and set them in two rows—six per row—on the table of pure gold before the LORD. And you are to place pure frankincense near each row, so that it may serve as a memorial portion for the bread, an offering made by fire to the LORD. Every Sabbath day the bread is to be set out before the LORD on behalf of the Israelites as a permanent covenant. |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 6:33–48 | These are the men who served, together with their sons. From the Kohathites: Heman the singer, the son of Joel, the son of Samuel, the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah, the son of Zuph, the son of Elkanah, the son of Mahath, the son of Amasai, the son of Elkanah, the son of Joel, the son of Azariah, the son of Zephaniah, the son of Tahath, the son of Assir, the son of Ebiasaph, the son of Korah, the son of Izhar, the son of Kohath, the son of Levi, the son of Israel. Heman’s kinsman was Asaph, who served at his right hand: Asaph the son of Berechiah, the son of Shimea, the son of Michael, the son of Baaseiah, the son of Malchijah, the son of Ethni, the son of Zerah, the son of Adaiah, the son of Ethan, the son of Zimmah, the son of Shimei, the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi. On the left were their kinsmen, the sons of Merari: Ethan the son of Kishi, the son of Abdi, the son of Malluch, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Amaziah, the son of Hilkiah, the son of Amzi, the son of Bani, the son of Shemer, the son of Mahli, the son of Mushi, the son of Merari, the son of Levi. Their fellow Levites were assigned to every kind of service of the tabernacle, the house of God. |
| 3 | Exodus 25:30 | And place the Bread of the Presence on the table before Me at all times. |
1 Chronicles 9:32 Summary
This verse is talking about a special group of people, the Kohathite brothers, who were in charge of getting the showbread ready every Sabbath. The showbread was a special bread that was put out in the temple to remind people of God's presence, like in Exodus 25:30. It's like how we might have a special tradition or ritual in our own churches to help us remember God's love, like taking communion as mentioned in 1 Corinthians 11:23-26. By preparing the showbread every Sabbath, the Kohathite brothers were showing their love and respect for God, and we can learn from their example by prioritizing our own worship and relationship with Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the significance of the showbread in the biblical context?
The showbread, also known as the bread of the Presence, was a symbolic representation of God's presence among His people, as seen in Exodus 25:30 and Leviticus 24:5-9, and its preparation every Sabbath was a way to honor and worship Him.
Who were the Kohathite brothers mentioned in this verse?
The Kohathite brothers were descendants of Kohath, a son of Levi, and were part of the Levitical tribe responsible for various duties in the temple, as mentioned in Numbers 3:27-32 and 1 Chronicles 6:1-48.
Why was it important to prepare the showbread every Sabbath?
Preparing the showbread every Sabbath was a way to maintain the ritual purity and continuity of worship, as commanded in Leviticus 24:8, and to ensure that the bread was always fresh and available for the priests to eat, as mentioned in 1 Samuel 21:6.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of worship in the Bible?
This verse highlights the importance of regular, intentional worship, as seen in Psalm 95:6-7 and Hebrews 10:25, and demonstrates how the Israelites prioritized their relationship with God through the careful preparation of the showbread every Sabbath.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can prioritize worship in my own life, just as the Kohathite brothers did through their careful preparation of the showbread?
- How can I ensure that my own spiritual practices are consistent and regular, like the Sabbath preparation of the showbread?
- In what ways can I honor God's presence in my life, just as the showbread represented His presence among the Israelites?
- What are some symbols or rituals in my own faith community that help me connect with God, and how can I participate in them more intentionally?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 9:32
And other of their brethren, of the sons of the Kohathites, were over the shewbread, to prepare it every sabbath,.... Twelve loaves of which were set every week before the ark upon the shewbread
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 9:32
And other of their brethren, of the sons of the Kohathites, were over the shewbread, to prepare it every sabbath. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 9:32
Of which see .
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 9:32
(32) “Some of the sons of the Kohathites, some of their brethren.” The Korahites, to which house Shallum and Mattithiah belonged, were a subdivision of the great clan of Kohath. The shewbread.—See Leviticus 24:5-9. Here it is called “Bread of the Pile;” another name was “Bread of the Presence.” To prepare it every sabbath.—The Levites had to get it ready for the priests to lay it fresh on the golden table, after removing the old bread, every Sabbath.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 9:32
32. the shewbread] Lit. the bread of the Row (or of the Pile), for it had to be arranged in order before the Lord (Leviticus 24:6). to prepare it every sabbath] “Every sabbath he shall set it in order before the Lord continually” (Leviticus 24:8). In 2 Chronicles 2:4 (= 1 Chronicles 2:3, Heb.) it is called the continual shewbread (lit. “the continual Row”).
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 9:32
32. Showbread — See Leviticus 24:5-9.
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 9:32
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(Exodus) Exodus 25:29-30 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the significance of the showbread in the Bible. The showbread was made of grain and symbolized Christ. The preacher draws parallels between t |
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(1 Samuel) David on the Decline by David Guzik | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on a passage from the Bible where David encounters a sword and expresses his desire to possess it. The speaker highlights how it is a natural re |
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The Jewish Tabernacle. by Robert Murray M'Cheyne | Robert Murray M'Cheyne emphasizes the significance of the Jewish Tabernacle as a shadow of Christ, illustrating how the Mosaic covenant served as a precursor to the Christian coven |
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The Tabernacle #2: The Holy Place by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the cross in our approach to God. The cross is not only the means by which our sins are forgiven, but it also removes our o |
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The Yardstick for Measuring Your Life by Paris Reidhead | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing our sins before approaching God. He compares the labor in the tabernacle, which was used for was |
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The Table of the Bread of the Presence by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches about the significance of the special Bread of the Presence, symbolizing Christ as the ultimate source of nourishment for our souls. The Bread represents the pur |