1 Chronicles 26:26

Which Shelomith and his brethren [were] over all the treasures of the dedicated things, which David the king, and the chief fathers, the captains over thousands and hundreds, and the captains of the host, had dedicated.

Which Shelomith {H8013} and his brethren {H251} were over all the treasures {H214} of the dedicated things {H6944}, which David {H1732} the king {H4428}, and the chief {H7218} fathers {H1}, the captains {H8269} over thousands {H505} and hundreds {H3967}, and the captains {H8269} of the host {H6635}, had dedicated {H6942}.

This Shlomit and his kinsmen were in charge of all the stores of the dedicated things that David the king, the clan heads, the captains over thousands and hundreds and the commanders of the army had dedicated.

This Shelomith and his brothers were in charge of all the treasuries for the things dedicated by King David, by the heads of families who were the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and by the army commanders.

This Shelomoth and his brethren were over all the treasures of the dedicated things, which David the king, and the heads of the fathers’ houses, the captains over thousands and hundreds, and the captains of the host, had dedicated.

Context of 1 Chronicles 26:26

This verse is part of a larger section in 1 Chronicles (chapters 23-26) detailing King David's meticulous organization of the Levites for service in the future Temple, which his son Solomon would build. Specifically, 1 Chronicles 26:26 focuses on the responsibilities of the Levitical gatekeepers and treasurers. Shelomith and his brethren are identified as being in charge of all the "treasures of the dedicated things." This highlights David's foresight and commitment to establishing a structured and accountable system for managing the sacred resources intended for the House of God. The preceding verses in chapter 26 outline the various divisions of gatekeepers and their roles, leading into the administration of the Temple's vast wealth.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Stewardship and Accountability: The verse emphasizes the importance of careful and responsible management of sacred resources. Shelomith and his brethren were appointed over these treasures, signifying a system of accountability for God's provisions. This meticulous organization reflects David's commitment to proper administration, a theme echoed in David's extensive preparations for the Temple.
  • Dedication and Consecration: The "dedicated things" (Hebrew: qodashim) were items set apart for God's service and the Temple. These were not common possessions but consecrated offerings, reflecting the people's devotion and the holiness of God's dwelling place. This act of dedication underscores the sacred nature of the Temple's resources.
  • Collective Contribution: The treasures were dedicated not only by King David but also by "the chief fathers, the captains over thousands and hundreds, and the captains of the host." This demonstrates a widespread commitment from various levels of leadership and the community to contribute to God's work, mirroring the spirit of willing offerings for God's dwelling in earlier times.
  • Order and Administration: The detailed organization of the Levites, including treasurers like Shelomith, illustrates the importance of order and proper administration in serving God. God's work is not to be done haphazardly but with foresight, planning, and dedicated personnel.

Linguistic Insights

The phrase "dedicated things" translates from the Hebrew term qodashim, which literally means "holy things" or "things set apart." This emphasizes that these treasures were not merely valuable possessions but items consecrated and sanctified for the exclusive use of the Lord and His service in the Temple. Their management thus required a high degree of reverence and integrity.

Practical Application

1 Chronicles 26:26 offers timeless principles for believers today. It reminds us of the importance of good stewardship over all resources—time, talents, and finances—that God entrusts to us. Just as Shelomith and his brethren were accountable for the Temple's treasures, we are called to be faithful managers of what we have received. This verse also highlights the value of collective contribution and the need for transparency and accountability in managing resources within churches and Christian organizations, ensuring that all dedicated gifts are used for their intended sacred purpose, much like the principles found in New Testament teachings on cheerful giving and proper financial oversight.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • 2 Samuel 8:11

    Which also king David did dedicate unto the LORD, with the silver and gold that he had dedicated of all nations which he subdued;

  • 1 Chronicles 29:2

    Now I have prepared with all my might for the house of my God the gold for [things to be made] of gold, and the silver for [things] of silver, and the brass for [things] of brass, the iron for [things] of iron, and wood for [things] of wood; onyx stones, and [stones] to be set, glistering stones, and of divers colours, and all manner of precious stones, and marble stones in abundance.

  • 1 Chronicles 29:9

    Then the people rejoiced, for that they offered willingly, because with perfect heart they offered willingly to the LORD: and David the king also rejoiced with great joy.

  • 1 Chronicles 22:14

    Now, behold, in my trouble I have prepared for the house of the LORD an hundred thousand talents of gold, and a thousand thousand talents of silver; and of brass and iron without weight; for it is in abundance: timber also and stone have I prepared; and thou mayest add thereto.

  • Numbers 31:30

    And of the children of Israel's half, thou shalt take one portion of fifty, of the persons, of the beeves, of the asses, and of the flocks, of all manner of beasts, and give them unto the Levites, which keep the charge of the tabernacle of the LORD.

  • Numbers 31:52

    And all the gold of the offering that they offered up to the LORD, of the captains of thousands, and of the captains of hundreds, was sixteen thousand seven hundred and fifty shekels.

  • 1 Chronicles 18:11

    Them also king David dedicated unto the LORD, with the silver and the gold that he brought from all [these] nations; from Edom, and from Moab, and from the children of Ammon, and from the Philistines, and from Amalek.

Add TrulyRandomVerse to your Home Screen for quick access!

← Back