2 Chronicles 29:14

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And of the sons of Heman; Jehiel, and Shimei: and of the sons of Jeduthun; Shemaiah, and Uzziel.

Complete Jewish Bible:

of the descendants of Heman, Yechi'el and Shim'i; and of the descendants of Y'dutun, Sh'ma'yah and 'Uzi'el.

Berean Standard Bible:

Jehiel and Shimei from the Hemanites; and Shemaiah and Uzziel from the Jeduthunites.

American Standard Version:

and of the sons of Heman, Jehuel and Shimei; and of the sons of Jeduthun, Shemaiah and Uzziel.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And of the sons^{H1121} of Heman^{H1968}; Jehiel^{H3171}, and Shimei^{H8096}: and of the sons^{H1121} of Jeduthun^{H3038}; Shemaiah^{H8098}, and Uzziel^{H5816}.

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Commentary for 2 Chronicles 29:14

2 Chronicles 29:14 is a verse set within the broader context of King Hezekiah's religious reforms in Judah. The verse itself is part of the detailed account of the cleansing and rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem, which had been neglected during the reign of Hezekiah's father, Ahaz.

In this verse, the Chronicler specifically mentions the sons of Heman and Jeduthun, who are among the Levitical families tasked with the service of music in the Temple. Heman and Jeduthun (along with Asaph) were appointed by King David to lead the music for the worship of God (1 Chronicles 16:41-42, 25:1-7). The mention of Jehiel, Shimei, Shemaiah, and Uzziel indicates the continuity of this musical heritage and the importance of their roles in the Temple service.

The historical context of this verse is significant. Hezekiah's reforms were a response to a period of spiritual declension and idolatry. By restoring the Temple and reestablishing the proper worship of Yahweh, Hezekiah was not only reviving the religious practices of his ancestors but also reasserting the unique worship of the God of Israel as opposed to the syncretistic and idolatrous practices that had crept into Judah.

The themes present in 2 Chronicles 29:14 include the importance of worship according to God's commands, the role of the Levites in Temple service, and the continuity of sacred traditions. The specific mention of these individuals underscores the meticulous attention to detail in the worship of God, reflecting the belief that worship must be conducted in accordance with divine prescription. This verse also highlights the role of music in worship, suggesting that the beauty and order of music were integral to the experience of drawing near to God in the Temple.

In summary, 2 Chronicles 29:14 reflects the restoration of true worship in Judah under Hezekiah's leadership, emphasizing the roles of specific Levitical families in the musical aspect of Temple service, and underscores the broader themes of faithfulness to God's commands and the importance of maintaining the traditions and practices established for the worship of Yahweh.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

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

1. 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.
   
2. Strong's Number: H1968
   There are 15 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: הֵימָן
   Transliteration: Hêymân
   Pronunciation: hay-mawn'
   Description: probably from אָמַן; faithful; Heman, the name of at least two Israelites; Heman.
   
3. Strong's Number: H3171
   There are 14 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יְחִיאֵל
   Transliteration: Yᵉchîyʼêl
   Pronunciation: yekh-ee-ale'
   Description: or (2 Chronicles 29:14) יְחַוְאֵל; from חָיָה and אֵל; God will live; Jechiel (or Jechavel), the name of eight Israelites; Jehiel.
   
4. Strong's Number: H8096
   There are 39 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: שִׁמְעִי
   Transliteration: Shimʻîy
   Pronunciation: shim-ee'
   Description: from שֵׁמַע; famous; Shimi, the name of twenty Israelites; Shimeah (from the margin), Shimei, Shimhi, Shimi.
   
5. Strong's Number: H3038
   There are 14 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יְדוּתוּן
   Transliteration: Yᵉdûwthûwn
   Pronunciation: yed-oo-thoon'
   Description: or יְדֻתוּן; or יְדִיתוּן; probably from יָדָה; laudatory; Jeduthun, an Israelite; Jeduthun.
   
6. Strong's Number: H8098
   There are 39 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: שְׁמַעְיָה
   Transliteration: Shᵉmaʻyâh
   Pronunciation: shem-aw-yaw'
   Description: or שְׁמַעְיָהוּ; from שָׁמַע and יָהּ; Jah has heard; Shemajah, the name of twenty-five Israelites; Shemaiah.
   
7. Strong's Number: H5816
   There are 16 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עֻזִּיאֵל
   Transliteration: ʻUzzîyʼêl
   Pronunciation: ooz-zee-ale'
   Description: from עֹז and אֵל; strength of God; Uzziel, the name of six Israelites; Uzziel.