King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And his brethren by their families, when the genealogy of their generations was reckoned, [were] the chief, Jeiel, and Zechariah,
Complete Jewish Bible:
His brothers, by their clans, as listed in their genealogical records were: Ye'i'el the leader, Z'kharyah
Berean Standard Bible:
Beerah was a leader of the Reubenites. His relatives by their clans are recorded in their genealogy:
American Standard Version:
And his brethren by their families, when the genealogy of their generations was reckoned: the chief, Jeiel, and Zechariah,
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And his brethren{H251} by their families{H4940}, when the genealogy{H3187} of their generations{H8435} was reckoned{H3187}, were the chief{H7218}, Jeiel{H3273}, and Zechariah{H2148},
Cross-References (KJV):
1 Chronicles 5:17
- All these were reckoned by genealogies in the days of Jotham king of Judah, and in the days of Jeroboam king of Israel.
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Commentary for 1 Chronicles 5:7
1 Chronicles 5:7 is a verse that fits within the larger context of the genealogical records found in the Books of Chronicles, which were compiled after the Babylonian exile to help the returned exiles reestablish their identity and heritage as the people of God. This particular verse is part of the detailed genealogy of the tribe of Reuben, the eldest son of Jacob (Israel), whose descendants are being chronicled.
The verse specifically mentions "Jeiel" and "Zechariah" as prominent figures within their family groups, indicating their significance in the tribal lineage. These names are likely representative of the heads of households or significant ancestors within the tribe of Reuben. The mention of a genealogical reckoning suggests a formal recording or census of the tribe's members, which was important for issues of inheritance, tribal leadership, and military conscription in ancient Israelite society.
The historical context of this verse reflects the post-exilic community's concern with preserving their ancestral connections and ensuring the proper distribution of land and responsibilities as they resettled in the land of Israel after a period of displacement. By emphasizing the genealogy, the text underscores the importance of tribal identity and the continuity of the covenant relationship between God and Israel, as the descendants of these ancestors would have been seen as heirs to the promises made to their forefathers.
In summary, 1 Chronicles 5:7 is a verse that contributes to the genealogical record of the tribe of Reuben, highlighting the roles of Jeiel and Zechariah within their families. It reflects the post-exilic community's efforts to reestablish their ancestral heritage and maintain the integrity of their tribal structure, which was foundational to their national and religious identity.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H251
There are 636 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אָח
Transliteration: ʼâch
Pronunciation: awkh
Description: a primitive word; a brother (used in the widest sense of literal relationship and metaphorical affinity or resemblance (like father)); another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'. - Strong's Number: H4940
There are 224 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מִשְׁפָּחָה
Transliteration: mishpâchâh
Pronunciation: mish-paw-khaw'
Description: from שָׁפָה (compare שִׁפְחָה); a family, i.e. circle of relatives; figuratively, a class (of persons), a species (of animals) or sort (of things); by extension a tribe or people; family, kind(-red). - Strong's Number: H3187
There are 20 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָחַשׂ
Transliteration: yâchas
Pronunciation: yaw-khas'
Description: a primitive root; to sprout; used only as denominative from יַחַשׂ; to enroll by pedigree; (number after, number throughout the) genealogy (to be reckoned), be reckoned by genealogies. - Strong's Number: H8435
There are 39 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: תּוֹלְדָה
Transliteration: tôwlᵉdâh
Pronunciation: to-led-aw'
Description: or תֹּלְדָה; from יָלַד; (plural only) descent, i.e. family; (figuratively) history; birth, generations. - Strong's Number: H7218
There are 548 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רֹאשׁ
Transliteration: rôʼsh
Pronunciation: roshe
Description: from an unused root apparently meaning to shake; the head (as most easily shaken), whether literal or figurative (in many applications, of place, time, rank, itc.); band, beginning, captain, chapiter, chief(-est place, man, things), company, end, [idiom] every (man), excellent, first, forefront, (be-)head, height, (on) high(-est part, (priest)), [idiom] lead, [idiom] poor, principal, ruler, sum, top. - Strong's Number: H3273
There are 12 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יְעִיאֵל
Transliteration: Yᵉʻîyʼêl
Pronunciation: yeh-ee-ale'
Description: from יָעָה and אֵל; carried away of God; Jeiel, the name of six Israelites; Jeiel, Jehiel. Compare יְעוּאֵל. - Strong's Number: H2148
There are 43 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: זְכַרְיָה
Transliteration: Zᵉkaryâh
Pronunciation: zek-ar-yaw'
Description: or זְכַרְיָהוּ; from זָכַר and יָהּ; Jah has remembered; Zecarjah, the name of twenty-nine Israelites; Zachariah, Zechariah.