King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And of the half tribe of Manasseh eighteen thousand, which were expressed by name, to come and make David king.
Complete Jewish Bible:
Of the half-tribe of M'nasheh, 18,000 were designated by name to come and make David king.
Berean Standard Bible:
From the half-tribe of Manasseh: 18,000 designated by name to come and make David king.
American Standard Version:
And of the half-tribe of Manasseh eighteen thousand, who were mentioned by name, to come and make David king.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And of the half{H2677} tribe{H4294} of Manasseh{H4519} eighteen{H8083}{H6240} thousand{H505}, which were expressed{H5344} by name{H8034}, to come{H935} and make David{H1732} king{H4427}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Joshua 17:1
- ¶ There was also a lot for the tribe of Manasseh; for he [was] the firstborn of Joseph; [to wit], for Machir the firstborn of Manasseh, the father of Gilead: because he was a man of war, therefore he had Gilead and Bashan.
Joshua 17:18
- But the mountain shall be thine; for it [is] a wood, and thou shalt cut it down: and the outgoings of it shall be thine: for thou shalt drive out the Canaanites, though they have iron chariots, [and] though they [be] strong.
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Commentary for 1 Chronicles 12:31
1 Chronicles 12:31 is a verse set within the historical context of David's rise to kingship over Israel. The verse specifically highlights the support David received from the half tribe of Manasseh, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The text mentions that eighteen thousand men from this tribe were so committed to David's cause that they were "expressed by name," suggesting that each of these individuals was recognized and perhaps even recorded for their loyalty.
The theme of loyalty and support for David is central to this verse. It reflects the broader narrative within 1 Chronicles, which recounts the transition of leadership from Saul to David. The mention of such a significant number of men from Manasseh emphasizes the widespread backing David had among the Israelite tribes, which was crucial for his establishment as king. This verse underscores the idea that David's kingship was not just a political shift but a divinely ordained change, as God had rejected Saul and chosen David to lead His people.
Moreover, the detailed account of these men being named indicates meticulous record-keeping and the importance of individual contribution within the tribal structure of Israel. It also serves to legitimate David's reign by showing that it was not only the tribe of Judah (David's own tribe) that supported him but also other tribes, such as Manasseh, which played a significant role in his ascension to the throne.
In summary, 1 Chronicles 12:31 encapsulates the theme of divine kingship, the historical event of David's rise to power, and the significance of tribal allegiance and individual commitment in the early history of Israel. It portrays a moment of national unity and support for David, which was instrumental in solidifying his reign over a united kingdom of Israel.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H2677
There are 103 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: חֵצִי
Transliteration: chêtsîy
Pronunciation: khay-tsee'
Description: from חָצָהlemma חָעָה ayin, corrected to חָצָה; the half or middle; half, middle, mid(-night), midst, part, two parts. - Strong's Number: H4294
There are 204 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מַטֶּה
Transliteration: maṭṭeh
Pronunciation: mat-teh'
Description: or (feminine) מַטָּה; from נָטָה; a branch (as extending); figuratively, a tribe; also a rod, whether for chastising (figuratively, correction), ruling (a sceptre), throwing (a lance), or walking (a staff; figuratively, a support of life, e.g. bread); rod, staff, tribe. - Strong's Number: H4519
There are 133 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מְנַשֶּׁה
Transliteration: Mᵉnashsheh
Pronunciation: men-ash-sheh'
Description: from נָשָׁה; causing to forget; Menashsheh, a grandson of Jacob, also the tribe descended from him, and its territory; Manasseh. - Strong's Number: H8083
There are 105 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שְׁמֹנֶה
Transliteration: shᵉmôneh
Pronunciation: shem-o-neh'
Description: or שְׁמוֹנֶה; feminine שְׁמֹנָה; or שְׁמוֹנָה; apparently from שָׁמֵן through the idea of plumpness; a cardinal number, eight (as if a surplus above the 'perfect' seven); also (as ordinal) eighth; eight(-een, -eenth), eighth. - Strong's Number: H6240
There are 292 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָשָׂר
Transliteration: ʻâsâr
Pronunciation: aw-sawr'
Description: for עֶשֶׂר; ten (only in combination), i.e. -teen; also (ordinal) -teenth; (eigh-, fif-, four-, nine-, seven-, six-, thir-) teen(-th), [phrase] eleven(-th), [phrase] sixscore thousand, [phrase] twelve(-th). - Strong's Number: H505
There are 496 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֶלֶף
Transliteration: ʼeleph
Pronunciation: eh'-lef
Description: prop, the same as אֶלֶף; hence (the ox's head being the first letter of the alphabet, and this eventually used as a numeral) a thousand; thousand. - Strong's Number: H5344
There are 24 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נָקַב
Transliteration: nâqab
Pronunciation: naw-kab'
Description: a primitive root; to puncture, literally (to perforate, with more or less violence) or figuratively (to specify, designate, libel); appoint, blaspheme, bore, curse, express, with holes, name, pierce, strike through. - Strong's Number: H8034
There are 771 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שֵׁם
Transliteration: shêm
Pronunciation: shame
Description: a primitive word (perhaps rather from through the idea of definite and conspicuous position; compare שָׁמַיִם); an appellation, as amark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character; [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. - Strong's Number: H935
There are 2307 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בּוֹא
Transliteration: bôwʼ
Pronunciation: bo
Description: a primitive root; to go or come (in a wide variety of applications); abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. - Strong's Number: H1732
There are 911 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: דָּוִד
Transliteration: Dâvid
Pronunciation: daw-veed'
Description: rarely (fully); דָּוִיד; from the same as דּוֹד; loving; David, the youngest son of Jesse; David. - Strong's Number: H4427
There are 284 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מָלַךְ
Transliteration: mâlak
Pronunciation: maw-lak'
Description: a primitive root; to reign; inceptively, to ascend the throne; causatively, to induct into royalty; hence (by implication) to take counsel; consult, [idiom] indeed, be (make, set a, set up) king, be (make) queen, (begin to, make to) reign(-ing), rule, [idiom] surely.