King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And the sons of Shimei [were], Jahath, Zina, and Jeush, and Beriah. These four [were] the sons of Shimei.
Complete Jewish Bible:
The sons of Shim'i: Yachat, Zina Ye'ush and B'ri'ah. These four were the sons of Shim'i.
Berean Standard Bible:
And the sons of Shimei: Jahath, Zina, Jeush, and Beriah. These were the sons of Shimei—four in all.
American Standard Version:
And the sons of Shimei: Jahath, Zina, and Jeush, and Beriah. These four were the sons of Shimei.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And the sons{H1121} of Shimei{H8096} were, Jahath{H3189}, Zina{H2126}, and Jeush{H3266}, and Beriah{H1283}. These four{H702} were the sons{H1121} of Shimei{H8096}.
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Commentary for 1 Chronicles 23:10
1 Chronicles 23:10 is a verse that falls within a larger section of the book (1 Chronicles 23-27) detailing the organization of the Levites, the priestly tribe of Israel, during the reign of King David. This particular verse lists the names of the sons of Shimei, who was a descendant of Levi through Gershon. The mention of these individuals is part of a broader record that outlines the divisions and responsibilities of the Levites in the tabernacle service.
The historical context of this verse is set during a period of relative stability and organization in Israel's history. King David had brought the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem and was planning for the construction of the temple, which would later be built by his son Solomon. As part of this preparation, David organized the Levites into divisions to ensure the smooth operation of the temple worship and services.
The themes present in 1 Chronicles 23:10 include the importance of lineage and heritage in the assigning of priestly duties, as well as the meticulous record-keeping that characterized the Israelite religious and administrative systems. By naming the sons of Shimei and noting their place within the Levitical family, the verse underscores the significance of genealogy in determining one's role in the religious life of Israel. It also reflects the broader theme of God's order and structure within His people, as each clan and family had specific responsibilities in the worship and service of the Lord.
In summary, 1 Chronicles 23:10 is a snapshot of the Levitical genealogy, highlighting the sons of Shimei and their place within the priestly tribe during King David's reorganization of the Levitical duties. It emphasizes the importance of lineage in the allocation of religious roles and the careful attention to detail in the administrative practices of the time. This verse contributes to the overarching narrative of preparing for the future temple worship under a divinely ordained system.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H1121
There are 3654 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בֵּן
Transliteration: bên
Pronunciation: bane
Description: from בָּנָה; a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition, etc., (like father or brother), etc.); [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. - Strong's Number: H8096
There are 39 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שִׁמְעִי
Transliteration: Shimʻîy
Pronunciation: shim-ee'
Description: from שֵׁמַע; famous; Shimi, the name of twenty Israelites; Shimeah (from the margin), Shimei, Shimhi, Shimi. - Strong's Number: H3189
There are 7 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יַחַת
Transliteration: Yachath
Pronunciation: yakh'-ath
Description: from יָחַד; unity; Jachath, the name of four Israelites; Jahath. - Strong's Number: H2126
There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: זִינָא
Transliteration: Zîynâʼ
Pronunciation: zee-naw'
Description: from זוּן; well-fed; or perhaps an orthographical error for זִיזָא; Zina, an Israelite; Zina. - Strong's Number: H3266
There are 6 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יְעוּשׁ
Transliteration: Yᵉʻûwsh
Pronunciation: yeh-oosh'
Description: from עוּשׁ; hasty; Jeush, the name of an Edomite and of four Israelites; Jehush, Jeush. Compare יְעִישׁ. - Strong's Number: H1283
There are 10 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בְּרִיעָה
Transliteration: Bᵉrîyʻâh
Pronunciation: ber-ee'-aw
Description: apparently from the feminine of רַע with a prepositional prefix; in trouble; Beriah, the name of four Israelites; Beriah. - Strong's Number: H702
There are 383 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַרְבַּע
Transliteration: ʼarbaʻ
Pronunciation: ar-bah'
Description: masculine אַרְבָּעָה; from רָבַע; four; four.