Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The sons of Izhar: Shelomith was the first. New Living Translation The descendants of Izhar included Shelomith, the family leader. English Standard Version The sons of Izhar: Shelomith the chief. Berean Standard Bible The sons of Izhar: Shelomith was the first. King James Bible Of the sons of Izhar; Shelomith the chief. New King James Version Of the sons of Izhar, Shelomith was the first. New American Standard Bible The son of Izhar was Shelomith the chief. NASB 1995 The son of Izhar was Shelomith the chief. NASB 1977 The son of Izhar was Shelomith the chief. Legacy Standard Bible The son of Izhar was Shelomith the chief. Amplified Bible The son of Izhar: Shelomith the chief. Christian Standard Bible Izhar’s sons: Shelomith was first. Holman Christian Standard Bible Izhar’s sons: Shelomith was first. American Standard Version The sons of Izhar: Shelomith the chief. Contemporary English Version The second son born to Kohath was Izhar, and his oldest son was Shelomith. English Revised Version The sons of Izhar; Shelomith the chief. GOD'S WORD® Translation Izhar's only son was Shelomith. Good News Translation Kohath's second son, Izhar, had a son, Shelomith, the head of the clan. International Standard Version The descendants of Izhar included Shelomith their chief. Majority Standard Bible The sons of Izhar: Shelomith was the first. NET Bible The son of Izhar: Shelomith the oldest. New Heart English Bible The sons of Izhar: Shelomoth the chief. Webster's Bible Translation Of the sons of Izhar; Shelomith the chief. World English Bible The son of Izhar: Shelomith the chief. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionSons of Izhar: Shelomith the head. Young's Literal Translation Sons of Izhar: Shelomith the head. Smith's Literal Translation The sons of Izhar: Shelomith the head. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe sons of Isaar: Salomith the first. Catholic Public Domain Version The sons of Izhar: Shelomith the first. New American Bible The sons of Izhar: Shelomith the chief. New Revised Standard Version The sons of Izhar: Shelomith the chief. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the son of Izhar was Shelomith his first-born. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the sons of Itshar: Salmuth his oldest. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The sons of Izhar: Shelomith the chief. Brenton Septuagint Translation The sons of Isaar; Salomoth the chief. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Kohathites…17The descendants of Eliezer: Rehabiah was the first. Eliezer did not have any other sons, but the sons of Rehabiah were very numerous. 18The sons of Izhar: Shelomith was the first. 19The sons of Hebron: Jeriah was the first, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, and Jekameam the fourth.… Cross References Exodus 6:25 Aaron’s son Eleazar married one of the daughters of Putiel, and she bore him Phinehas. These were the heads of the Levite families by their clans. Numbers 3:32 The chief of the leaders of the Levites was Eleazar son of Aaron the priest; he oversaw those responsible for the duties of the sanctuary. Numbers 4:16 Eleazar son of Aaron the priest shall oversee the oil for the light, the fragrant incense, the daily grain offering, and the anointing oil. He has oversight of the entire tabernacle and everything in it, including the holy objects and their utensils.” Numbers 16:37-40 “Tell Eleazar son of Aaron the priest to remove the censers from the flames and to scatter the coals far away, because the censers are holy. / As for the censers of those who sinned at the cost of their own lives, hammer them into sheets to overlay the altar, for these were presented before the LORD, and so have become holy. They will serve as a sign to the Israelites.” / So Eleazar the priest took the bronze censers brought by those who had been burned up, and he had them hammered out to overlay the altar, ... Numbers 18:1-7 So the LORD said to Aaron, “You and your sons and your father’s house must bear the iniquity involving the sanctuary. And you and your sons alone must bear the iniquity involving your priesthood. / But bring with you also your brothers from the tribe of Levi, the tribe of your father, that they may join you and assist you and your sons before the Tent of the Testimony. / And they shall attend to your duties and to all the duties of the Tent; but they must not come near to the furnishings of the sanctuary or the altar, or both they and you will die. ... 1 Chronicles 6:3 The children of Amram: Aaron, Moses, and Miriam. The sons of Aaron: Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. 1 Chronicles 6:49 But Aaron and his sons did all the work of the Most Holy Place. They presented the offerings on the altar of burnt offering and on the altar of incense to make atonement for Israel, according to all that Moses the servant of God had commanded. 1 Chronicles 24:23 From the sons of Hebron: Jeriah was the first, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, and Jekameam the fourth. 1 Chronicles 26:23-28 From the Amramites, the Izharites, the Hebronites, and the Uzzielites: / Shebuel, a descendant of Gershom son of Moses, was the officer in charge of the treasuries. / His relatives through Eliezer included Rehabiah his son, Jeshaiah his son, Joram his son, Zichri his son, and Shelomith his son. ... 2 Chronicles 29:12 Then the Levites set to work: Mahath son of Amasai and Joel son of Azariah from the Kohathites; Kish son of Abdi and Azariah son of Jehallelel from the Merarites; Joah son of Zimmah and Eden son of Joah from the Gershonites; 2 Chronicles 31:12-13 And they faithfully brought in the contributions, tithes, and dedicated gifts. Conaniah the Levite was the officer in charge of them, and his brother Shimei was second. / Jehiel, Azaziah, Nahath, Asahel, Jerimoth, Jozabad, Eliel, Ismachiah, Mahath, and Benaiah were overseers under the authority of Conaniah and his brother Shimei, by appointment of King Hezekiah and of Azariah the chief official of the house of God. Nehemiah 12:24-26 The leaders of the Levites were Hashabiah, Sherebiah, and Jeshua son of Kadmiel, along with their associates, who stood across from them to give praise and thanksgiving as one section alternated with the other, as prescribed by David the man of God. / Mattaniah, Bakbukiah, Obadiah, Meshullam, Talmon, and Akkub were gatekeepers who guarded the storerooms at the gates. / They served in the days of Joiakim son of Jeshua, the son of Jozadak, and in the days of Nehemiah the governor and Ezra the priest and scribe. Hebrews 7:5 Now the law commands the sons of Levi who become priests to collect a tenth from the people—that is, from their brothers—though they too are descended from Abraham. Hebrews 7:11 Now if perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood (for on this basis the people received the law), why was there still need for another priest to appear—one in the order of Melchizedek and not in the order of Aaron? Hebrews 7:23-28 Now there have been many other priests, since death prevented them from continuing in office. / But because Jesus lives forever, He has a permanent priesthood. / Therefore He is able to save completely those who draw near to God through Him, since He always lives to intercede for them. ... Treasury of Scripture Of the sons of Izhar; Shelomith the chief. Shelomith 1 Chronicles 24:22 Of the Izharites; Shelomoth: of the sons of Shelomoth; Jahath. Shelomoth 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. Jump to Previous Chief First Head Izhar Jizhar Shelomith Shelo'mithJump to Next Chief First Head Izhar Jizhar Shelomith Shelo'mith1 Chronicles 23 1. David in his old age makes Solomon king2. The number and distribution of the Levites 7. The families of the Gershonites 12. The sons of Kohath 21. The sons of Merari 24. The office of the Levites The sons of Izhar: Izhar was a son of Kohath, who was one of the sons of Levi. The Kohathites were one of the three main divisions of the Levites, tasked with the care of the sanctuary's most sacred objects. This lineage highlights the importance of the Levitical priesthood and their role in Israel's worship. The Levites were set apart for service to God, emphasizing the theme of holiness and dedication. Izhar's descendants, therefore, were part of this sacred duty, underscoring the continuity of God's covenant with the Levites. Shelomith was the first: Persons / Places / Events 1. IzharA member of the Kohathite clan, which was one of the divisions of the Levites. Izhar was a son of Kohath, who was a son of Levi, making him a grandson of Levi. The Kohathites had specific duties related to the tabernacle and later the temple. 2. Shelomith The son of Izhar, mentioned as the chief. The name Shelomith means "peaceful" or "peaceable," derived from the Hebrew root "shalom," meaning peace. As a chief, Shelomith held a position of leadership among the Levites. 3. Levites A tribe set apart for religious duties in Israel. They were responsible for the care of the tabernacle and later the temple, and they played a crucial role in the worship and spiritual life of Israel. 4. Kohathites A division of the Levites responsible for the most sacred parts of the tabernacle, including the Ark of the Covenant. They were tasked with carrying these items during the Israelites' travels. 5. David's Organization of the Levites King David organized the Levites into divisions for the service of the temple, which his son Solomon would build. This organization was crucial for maintaining order and ensuring that the worship of God was conducted properly. Teaching Points Leadership in ServiceShelomith's role as chief among the Levites highlights the importance of leadership in service to God. Leadership in the church should be characterized by humility and dedication to God's work. Heritage and Responsibility The lineage of Izhar and Shelomith reminds us of the importance of spiritual heritage and the responsibilities that come with it. We are called to honor our spiritual ancestors by faithfully serving God in our generation. Order in Worship David's organization of the Levites underscores the need for order and structure in worship. This principle can be applied to our personal and corporate worship practices, ensuring they are conducted in a manner that honors God. Peaceful Leadership The name Shelomith, meaning "peaceful," suggests that leadership should be exercised with a spirit of peace and reconciliation. Leaders in the church are called to foster unity and peace among believers.(18) The sons of Izhar.--Second son of Kohath. The sons of Izhar made one clan, that of Shel?mith (or Shel?m?th, 1Chronicles 24:22). The same variation occurred in the Hebrew of 1Chronicles 23:9, above.Verse 18. - Of the sons of Ishar. While six names in all are mentioned under Amram, only one, Shelomith, is found under his next brother, Izhar. This Shelomith (spelt Shelomoth in 1 Chronicles 24:22) is not the same with the Shelomith of 1 Chronicles 26:25, 26. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The sonsבְּנֵ֥י (bə·nê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son of Izhar: יִצְהָ֖ר (yiṣ·hār) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3324: Izhar -- a Levite Shelomith שְׁלֹמִ֥ית (šə·lō·mîṯ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8019: Shelomith -- the name of several Israelites was first. הָרֹֽאשׁ׃ (hā·rōš) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7218: The head Links 1 Chronicles 23:18 NIV1 Chronicles 23:18 NLT 1 Chronicles 23:18 ESV 1 Chronicles 23:18 NASB 1 Chronicles 23:18 KJV 1 Chronicles 23:18 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 23:18 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 23:18 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 23:18 French Bible 1 Chronicles 23:18 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 23:18 The sons of Izhar: Shelomith the chief (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |