1 Chronicles 25:28
New International Version
the twenty-first to Hothir, his sons and relatives 12

New Living Translation
The twenty-first lot fell to Hothir and twelve of his sons and relatives.

English Standard Version
to the twenty-first, to Hothir, his sons and his brothers, twelve;

Berean Standard Bible
the twenty-first to Hothir, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;

Berean Literal Bible
the one and twentieth to Hothir, his sons, and his brothers—twelve;

King James Bible
The one and twentieth to Hothir, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:

New King James Version
the twenty-first for Hothir, his sons and his brethren, twelve;

New American Standard Bible
for the twenty-first to Hothir, his sons and his relatives, twelve;

NASB 1995
for the twenty-first to Hothir, his sons and his relatives, twelve;

NASB 1977
for the twenty-first to Hothir, his sons and his relatives, twelve;

Legacy Standard Bible
for the twenty-first to Hothir, his sons and his relatives, twelve;

Amplified Bible
the twenty-first to Hothir, his sons and his relatives, twelve;

Berean Annotated Bible
the twenty-first to Hothir (abundance), his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;

Christian Standard Bible
the twenty-first to Hothir, his sons, and his relatives — 12

Holman Christian Standard Bible
the twenty-first to Hothir, his sons, and his brothers—12

American Standard Version
for the one and twentieth to Hothir, his sons and his brethren, twelve:

English Revised Version
for the one and twentieth to Hothir, his sons and his brethren, twelve:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The twenty-first chose Hothir, his sons, and his relatives-12 men.

International Standard Version
the twenty-first to Hothir, his sons and his relatives, for a total of twelve;

NET Bible
the twenty-first to Hothir and his sons and relatives--twelve in all,

New Heart English Bible
for the one and twentieth to Hothir, his sons and his brothers, twelve:

Webster's Bible Translation
The one and twentieth to Hothir, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
the twenty-first to Hothir, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;

World English Bible
for the twenty-first to Hothir, his sons and his brothers, twelve;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
the twenty-first to Hothir, his sons and his brothers—twelve;

Berean Literal Bible
the one and twentieth to Hothir, his sons, and his brothers—twelve;

Young's Literal Translation
at the one and twentieth to Hothir, his sons and his brethren, twelve;

Smith's Literal Translation
For the one and twentieth to Hothir, his sons and his brethren twelve:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The one and twentieth to Othir, to his sons and his brethren twelve.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The twenty-first went to Hothir, to his sons and brothers, twelve.

New American Bible
The twenty-first fell to Hothir, his sons, and his kinsmen: twelve.

New Revised Standard Version
to the twenty-first, to Hothir, his sons and his brothers, twelve;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The twenty-first to Jattir, he, his sons, and his brethren were twelve;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The twenty first to Yathar, and his sons and his brothers twelve.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
For the one and twentieth to Hothir, his sons and his brethren, twelve;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
the twenty-first Otheri, his sons and his brethren, twelve:

Additional Translations ...



Context
Twenty-Four Divisions of Musicians
27the twentieth to Eliathah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; 28the twenty-first to Hothir, his sons, and his brothers— 12 in all; 29the twenty-second to Giddalti, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;…

Cross References
the twenty-first

1 Chronicles 24:17
the twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul,

1 Chronicles 24:31
As their brothers the descendants of Aaron did, they also cast lots in the presence of King David and of Zadok, Ahimelech, and the heads of the families of the priests and Levites—the family heads and their younger brothers alike.
to Hothir,

1 Chronicles 15:16-22
David also told the leaders of the Levites to appoint their relatives as singers to lift up their voices with joy, accompanied by musical instruments—harps, lyres, and cymbals. / So the Levites appointed Heman son of Joel; from his brothers, Asaph son of Berechiah; from their brothers the Merarites, Ethan son of Kushaiah; / and with them their brothers next in rank: Zechariah, Jaaziel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Unni, Eliab, Benaiah, Maaseiah, Mattithiah, Eliphelehu, Mikneiah, and the gatekeepers Obed-edom and Jeiel. …

2 Chronicles 5:12-13
all the Levitical singers—Asaph, Heman, Jeduthun, and their sons and relatives—stood on the east side of the altar, dressed in fine linen and playing cymbals, harps, and lyres, accompanied by 120 priests sounding trumpets. / The trumpeters and singers joined together to praise and thank the LORD with one voice. They lifted up their voices, accompanied by trumpets, cymbals, and musical instruments, in praise to the LORD: “For He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.” And the temple, the house of the LORD, was filled with a cloud
his sons, and his brothers—

1 Chronicles 23:28-32
but their duty was to assist the descendants of Aaron with the service of the house of the LORD, being responsible for the courts and chambers, the purification of all the holy things, and the work of the service of the house of God, / as well as for the rows of the showbread, the fine flour for the grain offering, the wafers of unleavened bread, the baking, the mixing, and all measurements of quantity and size. / They were also to stand every morning to give thanks and praise to the LORD, and likewise in the evening. …

2 Chronicles 35:15
The singers, the descendants of Asaph, were at their stations according to the command of David, Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun the king’s seer. And the gatekeepers at each gate did not need to leave their posts, because their fellow Levites made preparations for them.
12 in all;

1 Chronicles 27:16-22
These officers were in charge of the tribes of Israel: Over the Reubenites was Eliezer son of Zichri; over the Simeonites was Shephatiah son of Maacah; / over Levi was Hashabiah son of Kemuel; over Aaron was Zadok; / over Judah was Elihu, one of David’s brothers; over Issachar was Omri son of Michael; …

Numbers 7:84-88
So these were the offerings from the leaders of Israel for the dedication of the altar when it was anointed: twelve silver platters, twelve silver bowls, and twelve gold dishes. / Each silver platter weighed a hundred and thirty shekels, and each silver bowl seventy shekels. The total weight of the silver articles was two thousand four hundred shekels, according to the sanctuary shekel. / The twelve gold dishes filled with incense weighed ten shekels each, according to the sanctuary shekel. The total weight of the gold dishes was a hundred and twenty shekels. …
Psalm 150:3-5
Praise Him with the sound of the horn; praise Him with the harp and lyre. / Praise Him with tambourine and dancing; praise Him with strings and flute. / Praise Him with clashing cymbals; praise Him with resounding cymbals.

Ephesians 5:19
Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your hearts to the Lord,

Colossians 3:16
Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.

Psalm 33:2-3
Praise the LORD with the harp; make music to Him with ten strings. / Sing to Him a new song; play skillfully with a shout of joy.

Psalm 92:1-3
A Psalm. A song for the Sabbath day. It is good to praise the LORD, and to sing praises to Your name, O Most High, / to proclaim Your loving devotion in the morning and Your faithfulness at night / with the ten-stringed harp and the melody of the lyre.

Psalm 81:1-2
For the choirmaster. According to Gittith. Of Asaph. Sing for joy to God our strength; make a joyful noise to the God of Jacob. / Lift up a song, strike the tambourine, play the sweet-sounding harp and lyre.

Psalm 98:4-6
Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth; break forth—let your cry ring out, and sing praises! / Sing praises to the LORD with the lyre, in melodious song with the harp. / With trumpets and the blast of the ram’s horn shout for joy before the LORD, the King.

1 Corinthians 14:26
What then shall we say, brothers? When you come together, everyone has a psalm or a teaching, a revelation, a tongue, or an interpretation. All of these must be done to build up the church.


Treasury of Scripture

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1 Chronicles 25
1. The number and offices of the singers
8. Their division by lot into twenty-four orders












the twenty-first

Hothir’s family received the twenty-first lot in the ordered rotation of temple musicians established by David.

1Ch 24:17 the twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul,
1Ch 24:31 As their brothers the descendants of Aaron did,…

to Hothir,

Hothir was a son of Heman, whose descendants served among the skilled singers appointed for the house of the Lord.

1Ch 15:16-22 David also told the leaders of the Levites to appoint…
2Ch 5:12-13 all the Levitical singers—Asaph, Heman, Jeduthun,…

his sons, and his brothers—

His household shared in the ministry, reflecting the continuing service of Levitical families in Israel’s worship.

1Ch 23:28-32 but their duty was to assist the descendants of Aaron…
2Ch 35:15 The singers, the descendants of Asaph…

12 in all;

The division consisted of twelve men, matching the established number for each musical course.

1Ch 27:16-22 These officers were in charge of the tribes of Israel:…
Num 7:84-88 So these were the offerings from the leaders of Israel…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Hothir
A member of the Levitical family assigned to the ministry of music in the temple. He is one of the sons of Jeduthun, a prominent musician appointed by King David.

2. Sons and Brothers of Hothir
These individuals were part of the group of musicians who served in the temple, contributing to the worship and praise of God through music.

3. The Temple
The central place of worship for the Israelites, where the Levites, including musicians like Hothir, served.

4. King David
The king of Israel who organized the Levitical musicians into divisions for temple service, emphasizing the importance of music in worship.

5. Levitical Musicians
A group of Levites specifically set apart for the ministry of music, highlighting the role of music in worship and spiritual life.
Teaching Points
The Role of Music in Worship
Music is a vital component of worship, as seen in the organization of temple musicians. It enhances the worship experience and helps to focus the heart on God.

Service and Dedication
Like Hothir and his family, believers are called to serve God with their talents and gifts. Dedication to one's role in the body of Christ is crucial for effective ministry.

Generational Ministry
The involvement of Hothir's sons and brothers highlights the importance of passing down faith and service to the next generation. Families can serve together in ministry, strengthening their bond and commitment to God.

Unity in Worship
The collective service of Hothir and his family underscores the unity required in worship. Each member plays a part, contributing to the harmony and effectiveness of the worship experience.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 25:28?

2. How does 1 Chronicles 25:28 emphasize the importance of organized worship in church?

3. What role does music play in worship according to 1 Chronicles 25:28?

4. How can we apply the principles of 1 Chronicles 25:28 in modern worship?

5. What scriptural connections exist between 1 Chronicles 25:28 and Ephesians 5:19?

6. How can we ensure our worship aligns with God's will as seen in 1 Chronicles 25:28?

7. What is the significance of 1 Chronicles 25:28 in the context of temple worship?

8. How does 1 Chronicles 25:28 reflect the organization of Levitical musicians?

9. Why is the specific mention of "Mahazioth" important in 1 Chronicles 25:28?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 25?


1 Chronicles 25:28 may look like a simple roster line, yet it highlights God’s meticulous organization of worship, His valuing of every servant, the blessing of family involvement, and the completeness He desires in praise. Whether first or twenty-first, each team contributed to an unbroken symphony that honored the Lord in Jerusalem—and invites us to add our own faithful voices today.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
the twenty-first
לְאֶחָ֤ד (lə·’e·ḥāḏ)
Preposition-l | Number - masculine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

to Hothir,
לְהוֹתִ֔יר (lə·hō·w·ṯîr)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1956: Hothir -- to shout at

his sons,
בָּנָ֥יו (bā·nāw)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1121: A son

and his brothers—
וְאֶחָ֖יו (wə·’e·ḥāw)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 251: A brother, )

12 [in all];
שְׁנֵ֥ים (šə·nêm)
Number - md
Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number)


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OT History: 1 Chronicles 25:28 For the one and twentieth to Hothir (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr)

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