King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And Ibhar, and Elishua, and Elpalet,
Complete Jewish Bible:
Yivchar, Elishua, Elpelet,
Berean Standard Bible:
Ibhar, Elishua, Elpelet,
American Standard Version:
and Ibhar, and Elishua, and Elpelet,
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And Ibhar{H2984}, and Elishua{H474}, and Elpalet{H467},
Cross-References (KJV):
1 Chronicles 3:6
- Ibhar also, and Elishama, and Eliphelet,
2 Samuel 5:15
- Ibhar also, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia,
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Commentary for 1 Chronicles 14:5
1 Chronicles 14:5 is part of a larger narrative that describes King David's establishment of his kingdom in Jerusalem. The verse itself is a list of names: "And Ibhar, and Elishua, and Elpalet," which might seem obscure at first glance. However, these names represent three of David's sons born to him in Jerusalem after he had become king.
To understand the historical context and themes, one must consider the surrounding verses. In 1 Chronicles 14, David's reign is being consolidated. He has brought the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem, built a palace, and is now experiencing divine favor as he secures his kingdom against the Philistines. The mention of his sons born in Jerusalem underscores the legitimacy and stability of his rule in the city, which would become the religious and political center of Israel.
The theme of divine blessing is evident as David's reign is marked by success and the expansion of his family. These sons are a sign of God's promise to David that his dynasty would endure (2 Samuel 7). The birth of these princes in Jerusalem also foreshadows the city's significance as the city of David, where his descendants would rule. This includes, most notably, Jesus Christ, who is referred to as the Son of David and whose genealogy is traced back to this lineage (Matthew 1, Luke 3).
In summary, 1 Chronicles 14:5 reflects the themes of divine favor, the establishment of David's dynasty, and the centrality of Jerusalem in the history of Israel. The verse itself, while seemingly just a list of names, represents the growth of David's royal household in the capital city, which is integral to the unfolding narrative of Israel's monarchy and the messianic promise that would come through David's line.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H2984
There are 3 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יִבְחַר
Transliteration: Yibchar
Pronunciation: yib-khar'
Description: from בָּחַר; choice; Jibchar, an Israelite; Ibhar. - Strong's Number: H474
There are 64 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֱלִישׁוּעַ
Transliteration: ʼĔlîyshûwaʻ
Pronunciation: el-ee-shoo'-ah
Description: from אֵל and שׁוּעַ; God of supplication (or of riches); Elishua, the son of King David; Elishua. - Strong's Number: H467
There are 507 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֱלִיפֶלֶט
Transliteration: ʼĔlîypheleṭ
Pronunciation: el-ee-feh'-let
Description: or (shortened) אֱלְפֶּלֶט; from אֵל and פַּלֵּט; God of deliverance; Eliphelet or Elpelet, the name of six Israelites; Eliphalet, Eliphelet, Elpalet.