1 Kings 4:17
1 Kings 4:17 in Multiple Translations
Jehoshaphat son of Paruah in Issachar;
Jehoshaphat the son of Paruah, in Issachar:
Jehoshaphat the son of Paruah, in Issachar;
Jehoshaphat, the son of Paruah, in Issachar;
Jehoshaphat, son of Paruah, in Issachar;
Iehoshaphat the sonne of Paruah in Issachar.
Jehoshaphat Ben-Paruah [is] in Issachar.
Jehoshaphat the son of Paruah, in Issachar;
Jehoshaphat the son of Paruah, in Issachar:
Josaphat the son of Pharue, in Issachar.
Paruah’s son Jehoshaphat, for the territory of the tribe of Issachar;
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Kings 4:17
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1 Kings 4:17 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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יְהוֹשָׁפָ֥ט
בֶּן
פָּר֖וּחַ
בְּ/יִשָׂשכָֽר
יְהוֹשָׁפָ֥ט
Yᵉhôwshâphâṭ
H3092
Jehoshaphat
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
פָּר֖וּחַ
Pârûwach
H6515
Paruah
N-proper
בְּ/יִשָׂשכָֽר
Yissâˢkâr
H3485
Issachar
Prep | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 4:17
יְהוֹשָׁפָ֥ט
Yᵉhôwshâphâṭ
H3092
"Jehoshaphat"
N-proper
Jehoshaphat was a king of Judah who ruled for 25 years and was known for his piety and prosperity. His name means Jehovah has judged, and he is mentioned in 2 Kings 9:2 as the son of King Asa. He was one of the best kings of Judah in the Bible.
Definition: A man of the Kingdom of Israel, living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.9.2; son of: Nimshi (H5250); father of: Jehu (H3058H) § Jehoshaphat = "Jehovah has judged" 1) son of king Asa and himself king of Judah for 25 years; one of the best, most pious, and prosperous kings of Judah 2) son of Nimshi and father of king Jehu of the northern kingdom of Israel 3) son of Ahilud and chronicler under David and Solomon 4) son of Paruah and one of the 12 commissary officers under Solomon 5) a priest and trumpeter in the time of David 6) symbolical name of a valley near Jerusalem which is the place of ultimate judgment; maybe the deep ravine which separates Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives through which the Kidron flowed
Usage: Occurs in 75 OT verses. KJV: Jehoshaphat. Compare H3146 (יוֹשָׁפָט). See also: 2 Samuel 8:16; 2 Chronicles 17:5; Joel 4:12.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
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.
פָּר֖וּחַ
Pârûwach
H6515
"Paruah"
N-proper
Paruah was an Israelite who lived during Solomon's reign, and his son Jehoshaphat was a commissariat officer in Issachar, as noted in 1 Kings 4:17. Paruah's name means 'sprout'.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ki.4.17; father of: Jehoshaphat (H3092H) § Paruah = "sprout" father of Jehoshaphat, Solomon's commissariat officer in Issachar
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Paruah. See also: 1 Kings 4:17.
בְּ/יִשָׂשכָֽר
Yissâˢkâr
H3485
"Issachar"
Prep | N-proper
Issachar means 'there is recompense' and refers to the 9th son of Jacob and the tribe that descended from him. He was the 5th son of Leah, Jacob's first wife. The tribe of Issachar is mentioned in 1 Chronicles and other books.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of United Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.26.5; son of: Obed-edom (H5654); brother of: Shemaiah (H8098I), Jehozabad (H3075H), Joah (H3098I), Sachar (H7940), Nethanel (H5417K), Ammiel (H5988I) and Peullethai (H6469) § Issachar = "there is recompense" 1) the 9th son of Jacob and the 5th by Leah his first wife and the progenitor of a tribe by his name 2) a Korahite Levite and the 7th son of Obed-edom and doorkeeper to the temple 3) the tribe descended from Issachar the son of Jacob 4) the territory allocated to the descendants of Issachar when they entered the land of Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: Issachar. See also: Genesis 30:18; Joshua 19:23; Ezekiel 48:33.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 4:17
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- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 4:17
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 4:17
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:17
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:17
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 4:17
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:17
Context — Solomon’s Twelve Officers
15Ahimaaz in Naphtali (he had married Basemath, a daughter of Solomon);
16Baana son of Hushai in Asher and in Aloth;
17Jehoshaphat son of Paruah in Issachar;
18Shimei son of Ela in Benjamin; 19Geber son of Uri in the land of Gilead, including the territories of Sihon king of the Amorites and of Og king of Bashan. There was also one governor in the land of Judah.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joshua 19:17–23 | The fourth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Issachar: Their territory included Jezreel, Chesulloth, Shunem, Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath, Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez, Remeth, En-gannim, En-haddah, and Beth-pazzez. The border reached Tabor, Shahazumah, and Beth-shemesh, and ended at the Jordan. There were sixteen cities, along with their villages. This was the inheritance of the clans of the tribe of Issachar, including these cities and their villages. |
1 Kings 4:17 Summary
This verse tells us about Jehoshaphat son of Paruah, who was one of King Solomon's twelve district governors, responsible for the region of Issachar. As a governor, Jehoshaphat would have been responsible for collecting tribute and provisions for the king, as seen in 1 Kings 4:7. This reminds us of the importance of faithful stewardship and leadership, as taught in Matthew 25:14-30 and Luke 12:42-48. Just like Jehoshaphat, we are all called to be faithful stewards of the resources God has given us, and to use them to serve others and glorify God, as encouraged in 1 Peter 4:10-11.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Jehoshaphat son of Paruah in 1 Kings 4:17?
Jehoshaphat son of Paruah was one of King Solomon's twelve district governors, responsible for the region of Issachar, as seen in 1 Kings 4:17. His role was to provide for the king and his household, as mentioned in 1 Kings 4:7.
What was the significance of the district governors in 1 Kings 4?
The district governors, including Jehoshaphat son of Paruah, played a crucial role in King Solomon's administration, as they were responsible for collecting tribute and provisions for the king, as seen in 1 Kings 4:7 and 1 Kings 4:27.
How does this verse relate to the rest of 1 Kings 4?
This verse is part of a larger list of King Solomon's twelve district governors, which highlights the king's administrative organization and his efforts to provide for his household, as mentioned in 1 Kings 4:7-19 and 1 Kings 4:27.
What can we learn from the appointment of Jehoshaphat son of Paruah as a district governor?
The appointment of Jehoshaphat son of Paruah as a district governor teaches us about King Solomon's wisdom in selecting capable leaders, as seen in Proverbs 24:6, and the importance of faithful stewardship, as emphasized in Matthew 25:14-30 and Luke 12:42-48.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about King Solomon's leadership style and his approach to governing Israel?
- How does the role of Jehoshaphat son of Paruah as a district governor relate to our own responsibilities as stewards of God's resources, as taught in Matthew 25:14-30?
- What can we learn from the fact that Jehoshaphat son of Paruah is mentioned specifically in this verse, and how does this relate to our own identity and purpose in God's plan?
- In what ways can we apply the principles of faithful leadership and stewardship seen in this verse to our own lives and communities, as encouraged in 1 Timothy 3:1-13 and Titus 1:5-9?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 4:17
Jehoshaphat the son of Paruah in Issachar. In the tribe of Issachar; he had the whole tribe at his command to make a monthly provision out of for the king once a year, as had the preceding officer and the following one.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 4:17
Baanah the son of Hushai was in Asher and in Aloth: No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:17
1 Kings 4:17 Jehoshaphat the son of Paruah, in Issachar:Ver. 17. Jehoshaphat the son of Paruah.] And, therefore, not the same with that Jehoshaphat in 1 Kings 4:3.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:17
(17) The tenth division, the territory of Issachar, lying north of Manasseh, included part of the great plain of Esdraelon, and must have been so closely connected with the fifth division that the frontiers could hardly be discerned.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 4:17
17. in Issachar] The tribe of Zebulon came to the south of Naphtali, and south of this was Issachar. Jezreel and Gilboa were in this tribe.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:17
17. In Issachar — See at Joshua 19:17-23.