Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, New Living Translation The sons of Meshelemiah were Zechariah (the oldest), Jediael (the second), Zebadiah (the third), Jathniel (the fourth), English Standard Version And Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, Berean Standard Bible Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, Berean Literal Bible And the sons of Meshelemiah: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, King James Bible And the sons of Meshelemiah were, Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, New King James Version And the sons of Meshelemiah were Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, New American Standard Bible Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, NASB 1995 Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, NASB 1977 And Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the first-born, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, Legacy Standard Bible Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, Amplified Bible Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, Berean Annotated Bible Meshelemiah (whom YHWH repays) had sons: Zechariah (YHWH remembers) the firstborn, Jediael (God makes known) the second, Zebadiah (endowment of YHWH) the third, Jathniel (God hires me) the fourth, Christian Standard Bible Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, Holman Christian Standard Bible Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, American Standard Version And Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the first-born, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, Contemporary English Version He had seven sons, who were born in the following order: Zechariah, Jediael, Zebadiah, Jathniel, English Revised Version And Meshelemiah had sons; Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth; GOD'S WORD® Translation Meshelemiah's sons were Zechariah (the firstborn), Jediael (the second), Zebadiah (the third), Jathniel (the fourth), Good News Translation He had seven sons, listed in order of age: Zechariah, Jediael, Zebadiah, Jathniel, International Standard Version Meshelemiah's sons Zechariah, his firstborn, Jediael his second, Zebadiah his third, Jathniel his fourth, NET Bible Meshelemiah's sons: The firstborn Zechariah, the second Jediael, the third Zebadiah, the fourth Jathniel, New Heart English Bible Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, Webster's Bible Translation And the sons of Meshelemiah were, Zechariah the first-born, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleMeshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, World English Bible Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand sons of Meshelemiah: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, Berean Literal Bible And the sons of Meshelemiah: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, Young's Literal Translation and to Meshelemiah are sons, Zechariah the first-born, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, Smith's Literal Translation And to Meshelemiah, sons: Zechariah the first-born, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe sons of Meselemia: Zacharias the firstborn, Jadihel the second, Zabadias the third, Jathanael the fourth, Catholic Public Domain Version The sons of Meshelemiah: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, New American Bible Meshelemiah’s sons: Zechariah, the firstborn, Jediael, the second son, Zebadiah, the third, Jathniel, the fourth, New Revised Standard Version Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Meshelemiah had seven male children: namely, Zechariah his first-born, Jediael the second, Zechariah the third, Nathanael the fourth, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Meshalyah had seven male children: Zechariah, the firstborn, Yadayel the second, Zechariah the third, Nathaniel the fourth OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the first-born, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth; Brenton Septuagint Translation And Mosellemia's first-born son was Zacharias, the second Jadiel, the third Zabadia, the fourth Jenuel, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Divisions of the Gatekeepers1These were the divisions of the gatekeepers: From the Korahites: Meshelemiah son of Kore, one of the sons of Asaph. 2Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, 3Elam the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, and Eliehoenai the seventh.… Cross References Meshelemiah had sons: 1 Chronicles 9:19 Shallum son of Kore, the son of Ebiasaph, the son of Korah, and his relatives from the Korahites were assigned to guard the thresholds of the Tent, just as their fathers had been assigned to guard the entrance to the dwelling of the LORD. 1 Chronicles 15:24 Shebaniah, Joshaphat, Nethanel, Amasai, Zechariah, Benaiah, and Eliezer—the priests—were to blow the trumpets before the ark of God. Obed-edom and Jehiah were also to be guardians of the ark. 1 Chronicles 16:38 along with Obed-edom and his sixty-eight relatives. Obed-edom son of Jeduthun, and also Hosah, were to be gatekeepers. Zechariah the firstborn, 1 Chronicles 9:21 Zechariah son of Meshelemiah was the gatekeeper at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. 1 Chronicles 16:5 Asaph was the chief, Zechariah was second, then Jeiel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Mattithiah, Eliab, Benaiah, Obed-edom, and Jeiel. They were to play the harps and lyres, while Asaph sounded the cymbals 2 Chronicles 21:2 Jehoram’s brothers, the sons of Jehoshaphat, were Azariah, Jehiel, Zechariah, Azariah, Michael, and Shephatiah; these were all sons of Jehoshaphat king of Israel. Jediael the second, 1 Chronicles 7:10 The son of Jediael: Bilhan. The sons of Bilhan: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar. 1 Chronicles 7:6 The three sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, and Jediael. 1 Chronicles 12:20 When David went to Ziklag, these men of Manasseh defected to him: Adnah, Jozabad, Jediael, Michael, Jozabad, Elihu, and Zillethai, chiefs of thousands in Manasseh. Zebadiah the third, 1 Chronicles 12:7 and Joelah and Zebadiah, the sons of Jeroham from Gedor. 2 Chronicles 19:11 Note that Amariah, the chief priest, will be over you in all that pertains to the LORD, and Zebadiah son of Ishmael, the ruler of the house of Judah, in all that pertains to the king. And the Levites will serve as officers before you. Act resolutely; may the LORD be with the upright!” Ezra 8:8 from the descendants of Shephatiah, Zebadiah son of Michael, and with him 80 men; Jathniel the fourth, 1 Chronicles 2:13-15 Jesse was the father of Eliab his firstborn; Abinadab was born second, Shimea third, / Nethanel fourth, Raddai fifth, / Ozem sixth, and David seventh. 1 Chronicles 3:1-4 These were the sons of David who were born to him in Hebron: The firstborn was Amnon by Ahinoam of Jezreel; the second was Daniel by Abigail of Carmel; / the third was Absalom the son of Maacah daughter of King Talmai of Geshur; the fourth was Adonijah the son of Haggith; / the fifth was Shephatiah by Abital; and the sixth was Ithream by his wife Eglah. … Genesis 29:31-35 When the LORD saw that Leah was unloved, He opened her womb; but Rachel was barren. / And Leah conceived and gave birth to a son, and she named him Reuben, for she said, “The LORD has seen my affliction. Surely my husband will love me now.” / Again she conceived and gave birth to a son, and she said, “Because the LORD has heard that I am unloved, He has given me this son as well.” So she named him Simeon. … 1 Chronicles 9:17-27 These were the gatekeepers: Shallum, Akkub, Talmon, Ahiman, and their relatives. Shallum was their chief; / he was previously stationed at the King’s Gate on the east side. These were the gatekeepers from the camp of the Levites. / Shallum son of Kore, the son of Ebiasaph, the son of Korah, and his relatives from the Korahites were assigned to guard the thresholds of the Tent, just as their fathers had been assigned to guard the entrance to the dwelling of the LORD. … Treasury of Scripture And the sons of Meshelemiah were, Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, Jump to Previous Firstborn First-Born Fourth Jediael Jedi'a-El Meshelemiah Meshelemi'ah Oldest Second Third Zebadiah Zebadi'ah Zechariah Zechari'ahJump to Next Firstborn First-Born Fourth Jediael Jedi'a-El Meshelemiah Meshelemi'ah Oldest Second Third Zebadiah Zebadi'ah Zechariah Zechari'ah1 Chronicles 26 1. The divisions of the porters13. The gates assigned by lot 20. The Levites that had charge of the treasures 29. Officers and judges Meshelemiah had sons: Meshelemiah, also known as Shelemiah, was a gatekeeper in the temple, a role of significant responsibility and honor. Gatekeepers were tasked with maintaining the sanctity and security of the temple, a position that required trustworthiness and dedication. This role is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 9:21, where Meshelemiah is identified as a descendant of the Korahites, a Levitical family. The mention of his sons indicates the continuation of his lineage and the importance of family roles in temple service. Zechariah the firstborn: Jediael the second: Zebadiah the third: Jathniel the fourth: Persons / Places / Events 1. MeshelemiahA gatekeeper in the temple, part of the Levitical order. His role was crucial in maintaining the sanctity and security of the temple. 2. Zechariah The firstborn son of Meshelemiah, indicating a position of leadership and responsibility among his siblings. 3. Jediael The second son, whose name means "God knows" or "God makes known," reflecting a divine acknowledgment or revelation. 4. Zebadiah The third son, whose name means "Yahweh has bestowed," suggesting a gift or blessing from God. 5. Jathniel The fourth son, whose name means "God gives," emphasizing the divine provision and generosity. Teaching Points The Importance of Service in God's HouseThe role of gatekeepers, like Meshelemiah and his sons, highlights the significance of serving in God's house. Every role, no matter how seemingly small, contributes to the overall function and sanctity of worship. Family Legacy in Ministry Meshelemiah's sons following in his footsteps illustrate the impact of a godly legacy. Parents are encouraged to instill values of service and dedication to God in their children. Recognizing Divine Gifts The names of Meshelemiah's sons reflect divine attributes and gifts. Believers are reminded to recognize and cherish the gifts God has bestowed upon them, using them for His glory. Leadership and Responsibility Zechariah, as the firstborn, likely held a leadership role among his brothers. This points to the importance of leadership and responsibility in ministry, encouraging believers to lead with integrity and faithfulness. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 26:2?2. How does 1 Chronicles 26:2 highlight the importance of family in ministry roles? 3. What can we learn from Meshelemiah's sons about serving God faithfully today? 4. How does this verse connect with other Scriptures on family and service? 5. How can we apply the dedication of Meshelemiah's sons to our own lives? 6. What role does lineage play in God's plan, as seen in 1 Chronicles 26:2? 7. What is the significance of Meshelemiah's role in 1 Chronicles 26:2? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 26:2 reflect the organization of temple duties? 9. Why is the genealogy of gatekeepers important in 1 Chronicles 26:2? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 26? 11. Who was Zechariah in the Bible? 12. How many stalls of horses did Solomon have? (1 Kings 4:26 vs. 2 Chronicles 9:25) 13. Who was the father of Uzziah? Joram (Matthew 1:8) Amaziah (2 Chronicles 26:1) 14. Solomon built a facility containing how many baths? Two thousand (1 Kings 7:26) Over three thousand (2 Chronicles 4:5) What Does 1 Chronicles 26:2 Mean Zechariah the firstborn“Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn…” (1 Chronicles 26:2) • Firstborn status in Israel meant headship, double inheritance, and a special expectation of spiritual leadership (Deuteronomy 21:17). • Zechariah is highlighted again in 1 Chronicles 26:14, where the lots for gatekeeping fall to him “as a shrewd counselor,” assigning him the north gate—a position of trust (compare 1 Chronicles 9:21, where Zechariah is counted among the faithful gatekeepers). • The chronicler’s emphasis on Zechariah underscores how God ordains order and responsibility within the Levite families, reminding believers today that leadership gifts come with accountability (Luke 12:48). Jediael the second “…Jediael the second…” (1 Chronicles 26:2) • Though not firstborn, Jediael is named next, showing that every son is counted and valued (Psalm 147:4). • “Jediael” appears elsewhere among fighting men (1 Chronicles 7:6) and overseers (2 Chronicles 35:9), hinting at courage and reliability. • His placement affirms that God knows and appoints each servant’s role (Jeremiah 1:5), urging modern readers to serve faithfully regardless of rank (Colossians 3:23-24). Zebadiah the third “…Zebadiah the third…” (1 Chronicles 26:2) • Zebadiah’s name surfaces repeatedly among Levites and officials sent by Jehoshaphat to teach the Law (2 Chronicles 17:7-9), suggesting a heritage of instruction. • Being “third” in line does not diminish significance; in 1 Corinthians 12:18 we are reminded that “God has arranged the parts in the body, every one of them, just as He desired.” • The chronicler’s record assures believers that God “bestows” (a meaning tied to the name Zebadiah) gifts for edifying the community (Ephesians 4:11-12). Jathniel the fourth “…Jathniel the fourth.” (1 Chronicles 26:2) • Jathniel is mentioned only here and in 1 Chronicles 7:23, where the name marks comfort after loss in Ephraim’s line, illustrating God’s restorative grace. • As the fourth son, he completes the immediate list, mirroring Numbers 4:3-4 where Levites aged 30-50 served in rotations—orderly, complete, purposeful. • His inclusion reminds believers that even the least-known servants are fully seen by the Lord (Hebrews 6:10), motivating quiet faithfulness. summary 1 Chronicles 26:2 records four sons of Meshelemiah, establishing the orderly, God-appointed structure of temple gatekeepers. Zechariah exemplifies firstborn responsibility; Jediael shows that every called servant matters; Zebadiah highlights God’s gracious bestowal of gifts; Jathniel demonstrates that obscurity never equals insignificance. Together they teach that in God’s work every role, every person, and every detail is intentional and worthy of faithful devotion. (2) And the sons of Meshelemiah were.--Rather, And Meshelemiah had sons, viz., Zechariah the firstborn. (See 1Chronicles 9:21, and 1Chronicles 26:14 below.) The seven "sons" of Meshelemiah-Shallum represent seven guilds of porters.Verses 2, 3. - These verses contain the enumeration of seven sons of Shelemiah, of the firstborn of whom, viz. Zechariah, express mention was made in 1 Chronicles 9:21.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Meshelemiahוְלִמְשֶֽׁלֶמְיָ֖הוּ (wə·lim·še·lem·yā·hū) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4920: Meshelemiah -- a Levite had sons: בָּנִ֑ים (bā·nîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1121: A son Zechariah זְכַרְיָ֤הוּ (zə·ḵar·yā·hū) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2148: Zachariah -- the name of a number of Israelites the firstborn, הַבְּכוֹר֙ (hab·bə·ḵō·wr) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1060: Firstborn, chief Jediael יְדִֽיעֲאֵ֣ל (yə·ḏî·‘ă·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3043: Jediael -- 'knowing God', three Israelites the second, הַשֵּׁנִ֔י (haš·šê·nî) Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular Strong's 8145: Second (an ordinal number) Zebadiah זְבַדְיָ֙הוּ֙ (zə·ḇaḏ·yā·hū) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2069: Zebadiah -- 'Yah has bestowed', the name of several Israelites the third, הַשְּׁלִישִׁ֔י (haš·šə·lî·šî) Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular Strong's 7992: Third, feminine a, third, a third, a third-story cell) Jathniel יַתְנִיאֵ֖ל (yaṯ·nî·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3496: Jathniel -- 'God hires', a Levite the fourth, הָרְבִיעִֽי׃ (hā·rə·ḇî·‘î) Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular Strong's 7243: Fourth, a fourth Links 1 Chronicles 26:2 NIV1 Chronicles 26:2 NLT 1 Chronicles 26:2 ESV 1 Chronicles 26:2 NASB 1 Chronicles 26:2 KJV 1 Chronicles 26:2 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 26:2 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 26:2 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 26:2 French Bible 1 Chronicles 26:2 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 26:2 Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn Jediael (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |
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