1 Chronicles 24:17
New International Version
the twenty-first to Jakin, the twenty-second to Gamul,

New Living Translation
The twenty-first lot fell to Jakin. The twenty-second lot fell to Gamul.

English Standard Version
the twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul,

Berean Standard Bible
the twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul,

Berean Literal Bible
to Jachin the one and twentieth, to Gamul the two and twentieth,

King James Bible
The one and twentieth to Jachin, the two and twentieth to Gamul,

New King James Version
the twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul,

New American Standard Bible
the twenty-first for Jachin, the twenty-second for Gamul,

NASB 1995
the twenty-first for Jachin, the twenty-second for Gamul,

NASB 1977
the twenty-first for Jachin, the twenty-second for Gamul,

Legacy Standard Bible
the twenty-first for Jachin, the twenty-second for Gamul,

Amplified Bible
the twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul,

Berean Annotated Bible
the twenty-first to Jachin (He will establish), the twenty-second to Gamul (weaned),

Christian Standard Bible
the twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
the twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul,

American Standard Version
the one and twentieth to Jachin, the two and twentieth to Gamul,

English Revised Version
the one and twentieth to Jachin, the two and twentieth to Gamul;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
the twenty-first for Jachin, the twenty-second for Gamul,

International Standard Version
the twenty-first for Jachin, the twenty-second for Gamul,

NET Bible
the twenty-first to Jakin, the twenty-second to Gamul,

New Heart English Bible
the twenty-first to Jakin, the twenty-second to Gamul,

Webster's Bible Translation
The one and twentieth to Jachin, the two and twentieth to Gamul,
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
the twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul,

World English Bible
the twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
for Jachin the twenty-first, for Gamul the twenty-second,

Berean Literal Bible
to Jachin the one and twentieth, to Gamul the two and twentieth,

Young's Literal Translation
for Jachin the one and twentieth, for Gamul the two and twentieth,

Smith's Literal Translation
To Jachin, the one and twentieth, to Gamul the two and twentieth,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The one and twentieth to Jachin, the two and twentieth to Gamul,

Catholic Public Domain Version
the twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul,

New American Bible
the twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul,

New Revised Standard Version
the twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
For the twentyfirst, Yakin, for the twentysecond, Gemul.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
the one and twentieth to Jachin, the two and twentieth to Gamul;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
the twenty-first to Achim, the twenty-second to Gamul,

Additional Translations ...



Context
The Divisions of the Priests
16the nineteenth to Pethahiah, the twentieth to Jehezkel, 17the twenty-first to Jachin, the twenty-second to Gamul, 18the twenty-third to Delaiah, and the twenty-fourth to Maaziah.…

Cross References
the twenty-first to Jachin,

Nehemiah 11:10
From the priests: Jedaiah son of Joiarib; Jachin;

1 Chronicles 9:10
From the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, and Jachin;

2 Chronicles 3:17
Then he set up the pillars in front of the temple, one on the south and one on the north. The pillar on the south he named Jachin, and the pillar on the north he named Boaz.
the twenty-second to Gamul,

2 Chronicles 8:14
In keeping with the ordinances of his father David, Solomon appointed the divisions of the priests over their service, and the Levites for their duties to offer praise and to minister before the priests according to the daily requirement. He also appointed gatekeepers by their divisions at each gate, for this had been the command of David, the man of God.

2 Chronicles 31:2
Hezekiah reestablished the divisions of the priests and Levites—each of them according to their duties as priests or Levites—for the burnt offerings and peace offerings, for ministry, for giving thanks, and for singing praises at the gates of the LORD’s dwelling.

Luke 1:8
One day while Zechariah’s division was on duty and he was serving as priest before God,
1 Chronicles 23:13
The sons of Amram: Aaron and Moses. Aaron and his descendants were set apart forever to consecrate the most holy things, to burn incense before the LORD, to minister before Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name forever.

1 Chronicles 6:3
The children of Amram: Aaron, Moses, and Miriam. The sons of Aaron: Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar.

1 Chronicles 28:13
for the divisions of the priests and Levites, for all the work of service in the house of the LORD, and for all the articles of service in the house of the LORD:

Nehemiah 12:1
Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra,

Nehemiah 12:12-21
In the days of Joiakim, these were the heads of the priestly families: of the family of Seraiah, Meraiah; of Jeremiah, Hananiah; / of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan; / of Malluchi, Jonathan; of Shebaniah, Joseph; …

Exodus 28:1
“Next, have your brother Aaron brought to you from among the Israelites, along with his sons Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar, to serve Me as priests.

Exodus 29:9
Wrap the sashes around Aaron and his sons and tie headbands on them. The priesthood shall be theirs by a permanent statute. In this way you are to ordain Aaron and his sons.

Leviticus 8:2
“Take Aaron and his sons, their garments, the anointing oil, the bull of the sin offering, the two rams, and the basket of unleavened bread,

Numbers 3:10
So you shall appoint Aaron and his sons to carry out the duties of the priesthood; but any outsider who approaches the tabernacle must be put to death.”

Numbers 18:7
But only you and your sons shall attend to your priesthood for everything concerning the altar and what is inside the veil, and you are to perform that service. I am giving you the work of the priesthood as a gift, but any outsider who comes near the sanctuary must be put to death.”


Treasury of Scripture

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1. The division of the sons of Aaron by lot into twenty-four orders.
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the twenty-first to Jachin,

Jachin, meaning “He will establish,” headed the twenty-first priestly division established under David’s administration. His descendants shared in the regular rotation of temple service, serving for a week at a time and joining the other divisions during Israel’s major feasts.

Neh 11:10 From the priests: Jedaiah son of Joiarib; Jachin;
1Ch 9:10 From the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, and Jachin;
2Ch 3:17 Then he set up the pillars in front of the temple…

the twenty-second to Gamul,

Gamul, meaning “weaned” or “rewarded,” headed the twenty-second division. These courses provided an orderly, continuous body of priests for the sacrifices, offerings, instruction, and other duties connected with the worship of the Lord.

2Ch 8:14 In keeping with the ordinances of his father David,…
2Ch 31:2 Hezekiah reestablished the divisions of the priests…
Luk 1:8 One day while Zechariah’s division was on duty…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jachin
Jachin was one of the priestly divisions established by King David. The name "Jachin" means "He will establish," reflecting a sense of stability and divine order in the priestly service.

2. Gamul
Gamul was another priestly division. The name "Gamul" means "recompense" or "reward," suggesting a focus on the rewards of faithful service to God.

3. Priestly Divisions
King David organized the priests into 24 divisions to ensure orderly worship in the temple. This system allowed for a structured and continuous service to God.

4. King David
As the king of Israel, David played a crucial role in organizing the temple worship and establishing the priestly divisions, which were later used in the temple built by Solomon.

5. Temple Worship
The division of priests was integral to the functioning of temple worship, ensuring that the duties were shared and that worship was conducted in an orderly manner.
Teaching Points
Order in Worship
The division of priests highlights the importance of order and structure in worship. God is a God of order, and our worship should reflect that.

Faithful Service
Each division had its specific time to serve, emphasizing the importance of faithful and consistent service to God. We are called to serve diligently in our appointed roles.

Legacy of Leadership
David's organization of the priestly divisions shows the impact of godly leadership. Our actions and decisions can have lasting effects on future generations.

Diversity in Unity
The different divisions, each with unique names and meanings, reflect the diversity within the body of Christ. Each member has a role, contributing to the unity and function of the whole.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 24:17?

2. How does 1 Chronicles 24:17 demonstrate God's order in priestly duties today?

3. What can we learn about God's organization from 1 Chronicles 24:17?

4. How does 1 Chronicles 24:17 connect to New Testament teachings on church roles?

5. How can we apply the principle of order from 1 Chronicles 24:17?

6. What does "the twenty-first to Jachin" reveal about God's attention to detail?

7. What is the significance of the priestly divisions in 1 Chronicles 24:17 for modern believers?

8. How does 1 Chronicles 24:17 reflect the organization of religious leadership in ancient Israel?

9. Why are the priestly divisions important in understanding the historical context of 1 Chronicles 24:17?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 24?


(17) Jachin.--Genesis 46:10; 1Kings 7:21 (He, i.e., Jah, setteth up, maketh firm). The same name as Jehoiachin.

Gamul.--Here only as proper name (weaned, Isaiah 11:8).

Verse 17. - Jachin... Gamul. The latter of these names is not found again in any connection with a priest-family. Of the former we read as well in 1 Chronicles 9:10 as in Nehemiah 11:10, and probably he is the Achim of Matthew 1:14.

1 Chronicles 24:17, though brief, spotlights God’s meticulous organization of worship. The twenty-first lot to Jachin and the twenty-second to Gamul testify that:

• The Lord Himself establishes and rewards His servants.

• Orderly rotation guards against favoritism and neglect.

• Every name matters in God’s record, assuring each believer of value and purpose.

• These ancient courses prefigure the unified, continual service of Christ’s redeemed people, where every member, like every priestly division, has a divinely appointed place.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
the twenty-first
אֶחָ֣ד (’e·ḥāḏ)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

to Jachin,
לְיָכִין֙ (lə·yā·ḵîn)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3199: Jachin -- 'He will establish', an Israelite name

the twenty-second
שְׁנַ֥יִם (šə·na·yim)
Number - md
Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number)

to Gamul,
לְגָמ֖וּל (lə·ḡā·mūl)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1577: Gamul -- 'weaned', a Levite


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