1 Chronicles 6:39

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And his brother Asaph, who stood on his right hand, [even] Asaph the son of Berachiah, the son of Shimea,

Complete Jewish Bible:

His brother Asaf, who stood on his right, was Asaf the son of Berekhyah, the son of Shim'a,

Berean Standard Bible:

Heman’s kinsman was Asaph, who served at his right hand:

American Standard Version:

And his brother Asaph, who stood on his right hand, even Asaph the son of Berechiah, the son of Shimea,

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And his brother^{H251} Asaph^{H623}, who stood^{H5975} on his right hand^{H3225}, even Asaph^{H623} the son^{H1121} of Berachiah^{H1296}, the son^{H1121} of Shimea^{H8092},

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Commentary for 1 Chronicles 6:39

1 Chronicles 6:39 is part of a longer genealogical passage in the Hebrew Bible that outlines the lineage of the Levites, the tribe of Israel responsible for the service and maintenance of the Tabernacle and later the Temple. This verse specifically mentions Asaph, a significant figure in the history of Israel's worship, who is noted for being on the right hand of his brother (likely in a leadership or honorary position during worship services).

Asaph is recognized as one of the chief musicians appointed by King David to lead the music in the Tabernacle (1 Chronicles 15:17). He is also credited with composing several Psalms (Psalms 50, 73-83), which are known as the Psalms of Asaph. These Psalms often focus on the themes of God's justice, the struggles of the righteous, and the ultimate triumph of God's kingdom.

The historical context of this verse is set during the time of David's reign when the Ark of the Covenant was brought to Jerusalem, and the service of worship was being organized systematically. The mention of Asaph's lineage, tracing back to Berachiah and Shimea, emphasizes the importance of hereditary succession in the roles of temple service among the Levites. This verse underscores the continuity of worship practices and the preservation of musical traditions within the religious life of ancient Israel. It also reflects the broader theme in Chronicles of orderly and proper worship as a key component of Israel's national life and identity.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. 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-'.
   
2. Strong's Number: H623
   There are 311 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אָסָף
   Transliteration: ʼÂçâph
   Pronunciation: aw-sawf'
   Description: from אָסַף; collector; Asaph, the name of three Israelites, and of the family of the first; Asaph.
   
3. Strong's Number: H5975
   There are 495 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עָמַד
   Transliteration: ʻâmad
   Pronunciation: aw-mad'
   Description: a primitive root; to stand, in various relations (literal and figurative, intransitive and transitive); abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry.
   
4. Strong's Number: H3225
   There are 133 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יָמִין
   Transliteration: yâmîyn
   Pronunciation: yaw-meen'
   Description: from יָמַן; the right hand or side (leg, eye) of a person or other object (as the stronger and more dexterous); locally, the south; [phrase] left-handed, right (hand, side), south.
   
5. 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.
   
6. Strong's Number: H1296
   There are 11 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: בֶּרֶכְיָה
   Transliteration: Berekyâh
   Pronunciation: beh-rek-yaw'
   Description: or בֶּרֶכְיָהוּ; from בֶּרֶךְ and יָהּ; knee (i.e. blessing) of Jah; Berekjah, the name of six Israelites; Berachiah, Berechiah.
   
7. Strong's Number: H8092
   There are 6 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: שִׁמְעָא
   Transliteration: Shimʻâʼ
   Pronunciation: shim-aw'
   Description: for שִׁמְעָה; Shima, the name of four Israelites; Shimea, Shimei, Shamma.