King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And Abishua begat Bukki, and Bukki begat Uzzi,
Complete Jewish Bible:
Avishua fathered Buki, Buki fathered
Berean Standard Bible:
Abishua was the father of Bukki, Bukki was the father of Uzzi,
American Standard Version:
and Abishua begat Bukki, and Bukki begat Uzzi,
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And Abishua{H50} begat{H3205} Bukki{H1231}, and Bukki{H1231} begat{H3205} Uzzi{H5813},
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Commentary for 1 Chronicles 6:5
1 Chronicles 6:5 is part of a larger genealogical section in the book of 1 Chronicles, which meticulously traces the lineage of various key figures in Israel's history. This particular verse is found within a passage that outlines the descendants of Levi, one of the twelve sons of Jacob (Israel). The Levites were designated as the priestly tribe of Israel, responsible for religious duties and the maintenance of the Tabernacle, and later the Temple.
In the verse, "And Abishua begat Bukki, and Bukki begat Uzzi," we see a segment of the genealogy of the high priests, specifically those who descended from Aaron, the brother of Moses and the first high priest of Israel. Abishua is listed as a descendant of Aaron and the father of Bukki, who in turn is the father of Uzzi. This lineage is significant as it establishes the hereditary line of the priesthood, a crucial aspect of Israelite religious and social structure.
The historical context of this verse is set during the period when the Israelites were establishing themselves in the Promised Land of Canaan. The Chronicler, the traditional author of 1 Chronicles, writes to a post-exilic audience, likely returning from Babylonian captivity, to remind them of their heritage and the importance of the priestly line. By emphasizing the continuity of the priesthood, the author aims to reinforce the legitimacy of the post-exilic religious leadership and to reaffirm the unique identity and role of the Levites in Israel's worship and religious practices.
In summary, 1 Chronicles 6:5 is a link in the chain of Israel's priestly genealogy, highlighting the importance of lineage and hereditary succession in the establishment and continuity of religious authority and practice in ancient Israel. It serves as a historical record and a theological affirmation of God's covenant with the Levites, ensuring the proper functioning of the priesthood and the correct observance of religious ceremonies as commanded by God.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H50
There are 2784 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֲבִישׁוּעַ
Transliteration: ʼĂbîyshûwaʻ
Pronunciation: ab-ee-shoo'-ah
Description: xlit ʼĂbîyshûwac corrected to ʼĂbîyshûwaʻ; from אָב and שׁוֹעַ; father of plenty (i.e. prosperous); Abishua, the name of two Israelites; Abishua. - Strong's Number: H3205
There are 403 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָלַד
Transliteration: yâlad
Pronunciation: yaw-lad'
Description: a primitive root; to bear young; causatively, to beget; medically, to act as midwife; specifically, to show lineage; bear, beget, birth(-day), born, (make to) bring forth (children, young), bring up, calve, child, come, be delivered (of a child), time of delivery, gender, hatch, labour, (do the office of a) midwife, declare pedigrees, be the son of, (woman in, woman that) travail(-eth, -ing woman). - Strong's Number: H1231
There are 4 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בֻּקִּי
Transliteration: Buqqîy
Pronunciation: book-kee'
Description: from בָּקַק; wasteful; Bukki, the name of two Israelites; Bukki. - Strong's Number: H5813
There are 11 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עֻזִּי
Transliteration: ʻUzzîy
Pronunciation: ooz-zee'
Description: from עָזַז; forceful; Uzzi, the name of six Israelites; Uzzi.