King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
Meraioth his son, Amariah his son, Ahitub his son,
Complete Jewish Bible:
his son M'rayot, his son Amaryah, his son Achituv,
Berean Standard Bible:
Meraioth his son, Amariah his son, Ahitub his son,
American Standard Version:
Meraioth his son, Amariah his son, Ahitub his son,
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Meraioth{H4812} his son{H1121}, Amariah{H568} his son{H1121}, Ahitub{H285} his son{H1121},
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Commentary for 1 Chronicles 6:52
1 Chronicles 6:52 is a verse that falls within a larger section of the book (1 Chronicles 6:1-81) that meticulously lists the genealogies of the Levites, the priestly tribe of Israel. The verse specifically mentions three generations of high priests: Meraioth, his son Amariah, and Ahitub, who is Amariah's son. This lineage is significant as it connects to the broader narrative of the Levitical priesthood, which was responsible for the religious and ceremonial duties in ancient Israel.
The historical context of this verse is rooted in the post-Exodus period, after the Israelites had settled in the Promised Land. The genealogy serves to establish the legitimacy of the priestly line, which was crucial for maintaining the proper worship of God according to Mosaic Law. The listing of these names would have been important for the Chronicler's original audience, as it reinforced the continuity of priestly succession and the importance of lineage in determining priestly roles and responsibilities.
The themes present in 1 Chronicles 6:52 include the importance of heritage and lineage in the religious life of Israel, the continuity of divine service through successive generations, and the meticulous record-keeping that characterized the Chronicler's work. This verse, along with the surrounding chapters, emphasizes God's order and structure for His people, with the Levitical priests playing a central role in the religious and cultural life of the nation. It also reflects the broader biblical theme of God's faithfulness to His people through the preservation of the priestly line, despite the many political and social upheavals that occurred throughout Israel's history.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H4812
There are 7 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מְרָיוֹת
Transliteration: Mᵉrâyôwth
Pronunciation: mer-aw-yohth'
Description: plural of מְרָיָה; rebellious; Merajoth, the name of two Israelites; Meraioth. - 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: H568
There are 90 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֲמַרְיָה
Transliteration: ʼĂmaryâh
Pronunciation: am-ar-yaw'
Description: or prolonged אֲמַרְיָהוּ; from אָמַר and יָהּ; Jah has said (i.e. promised); Amarjah, the name of nine Israelites; Amariah. - Strong's Number: H285
There are 132 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֲחִיטוּב
Transliteration: ʼĂchîyṭûwb
Pronunciation: akh-ee-toob'
Description: from אָח and טוּב; brother of goodness; Achitub, the name of several priests; Ahitub.