1 Chronicles 24:25
New International Version
The brother of Micah: Ishiah; from the sons of Ishiah: Zechariah.

New Living Translation
along with Isshiah, the brother of Micah. From the descendants of Isshiah, the leader was Zechariah.

English Standard Version
The brother of Micah, Isshiah; of the sons of Isshiah, Zechariah.

Berean Standard Bible
The brother of Micah: Isshiah; from the sons of Isshiah: Zechariah.

King James Bible
The brother of Michah was Isshiah: of the sons of Isshiah; Zechariah.

New King James Version
The brother of Michah, Isshiah; of the sons of Isshiah, Zechariah.

New American Standard Bible
The brother of Micah, Isshiah; of the sons of Isshiah, Zechariah.

NASB 1995
The brother of Micah, Isshiah; of the sons of Isshiah, Zechariah.

NASB 1977
The brother of Micah, Isshiah; of the sons of Isshiah, Zechariah.

Legacy Standard Bible
The brother of Micah, Isshiah; of the sons of Isshiah, Zechariah.

Amplified Bible
The brother of Micah, Isshiah; of the sons of Isshiah, Zechariah.

Christian Standard Bible
Micah’s brother: Isshiah; from Isshiah’s sons: Zechariah.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Micah’s brother: Isshiah; from Isshiah’s sons: Zechariah.

American Standard Version
The brother of Micah, Isshiah; of the sons of Isshiah, Zechariah.

Contemporary English Version
Isshiah, Micah's brother, was the father of Zechariah.

English Revised Version
The brother of Micah, Isshiah: of the sons of Isshiah, Zechariah.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
and Zechariah (for [Uzziel's] descendants through Micah's brother Isshiah).

Good News Translation
Zechariah, a descendant of Uzziel through Isshiah, Micah's brother;

International Standard Version
with respect to Micah's brother Isshiah; with respect to the descendants of Isshiah, Zechariah;

Majority Standard Bible
The brother of Micah: Isshiah; from the sons of Isshiah: Zechariah.

NET Bible
The brother of Micah: Isshiah. Zechariah from the sons of Isshiah.

New Heart English Bible
The brother of Micah, Isshiah; of the sons of Isshiah, Zechariah.

Webster's Bible Translation
The brother of Michah was Isshiah: of the sons of Isshiah; Zechariah.

World English Bible
The brother of Micah: Isshiah; of the sons of Isshiah, Zechariah.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Ishshiah [is] a brother of Michah; of sons of Ishshiah: Zechariah;

Young's Literal Translation
A brother of Michah is Ishshiah; for sons of Ishshiah: Zechariah;

Smith's Literal Translation
The brother of Micah, Isshiah: to the sons of Isshiah: Zechariah.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The brother of Micha, Jesia: and the son of Jesia, Zacharias.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The brother of Micah was Isshiah. And the son of Isshiah was Zechariah.

New American Bible
Isshiah, the brother of Micah; and Zechariah, a descendant of Isshiah.

New Revised Standard Version
The brother of Micah, Isshiah; of the sons of Isshiah, Zechariah.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Of the sons of Jeshua: Zechariah.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The sons of Yashwa: Zechariah.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
The brother of Micah, Isshiah; of the sons of Isshiah, Zechariah.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
The brother of Micha; Isia, the son of Isia; Zacharia.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Rest of the Levites
24From the sons of Uzziel: Micah; from the sons of Micah: Shamir. 25The brother of Micah: Isshiah; from the sons of Isshiah: Zechariah. 26The sons of Merari: Mahli and Mushi. The son of Jaaziah: Beno.…

Cross References
1 Chronicles 6:44
On the left were their kinsmen, the sons of Merari: Ethan the son of Kishi, the son of Abdi, the son of Malluch,

1 Chronicles 23:6
Then David divided the Levites into divisions according to the sons of Levi: Gershom, Kohath, and Merari.

1 Chronicles 25:1
Additionally, David and the commanders of the army set apart some of the sons of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun to prophesy with the accompaniment of lyres, harps, and cymbals. The following is the list of the men who performed this service:

1 Chronicles 26:1
These were the divisions of the gatekeepers: From the Korahites: Meshelemiah son of Kore, one of the sons of Asaph.

1 Chronicles 9:14-16
From the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, a descendant of Merari; / Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph; / Obadiah son of Shemaiah, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun; and Berechiah son of Asa, the son of Elkanah, who lived in the villages of the Netophathites.

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.

Nehemiah 12:24
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.

Nehemiah 12:45-46
They performed the service of their God and the service of purification, along with the singers and gatekeepers, as David and his son Solomon had prescribed. / For long ago, in the days of David and Asaph, there were directors for the singers and for the songs of praise and thanksgiving to God.

Ezra 3:10
When the builders had laid the foundation of the temple of the LORD, the priests in their apparel with trumpets, and the Levites (the sons of Asaph) with cymbals, took their positions to praise the LORD, as David king of Israel had prescribed.

Luke 1:5
In the time of Herod king of Judea there was a priest named Zechariah, who belonged to the priestly division of Abijah, and whose wife Elizabeth was a descendant of Aaron.

Luke 1:8-9
One day while Zechariah’s division was on duty and he was serving as priest before God, / he was chosen by lot, according to the custom of the priesthood, to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense.

Acts 6:4
and will devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word.”

Acts 13:2
While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.”

Romans 12:6-8
We have different gifts according to the grace given us. If one’s gift is prophecy, let him use it in proportion to his faith; / if it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; / if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is giving, let him give generously; if it is leading, let him lead with diligence; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully.


Treasury of Scripture

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1 Chronicles 24
1. The division of the sons of Aaron by lot into twenty-four orders.
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The brother of Micah
This phrase introduces us to a familial relationship within the Levitical priestly divisions. The name "Micah" is derived from the Hebrew "Mikha," meaning "Who is like Yahweh?" This rhetorical question underscores the uniqueness and incomparability of God, a central theme in the Hebrew Scriptures. The mention of Micah's brother highlights the importance of family lineage in the priestly duties, emphasizing the continuity and faithfulness of God's covenant with the Levites.

Isshiah
The name "Isshiah" comes from the Hebrew "Yishshiyah," meaning "Yahweh will lend" or "Yahweh exists." This name reflects a deep trust in God's provision and presence. In the context of the priestly divisions, Isshiah represents a branch of the Levitical family tree, signifying the diverse yet unified service to God. The mention of Isshiah here serves as a reminder of the personal relationship each individual has with God, even within the larger community of faith.

from the sons of Isshiah
This phrase indicates a generational continuation, emphasizing the importance of heritage and legacy in the service of God. The "sons of Isshiah" would have been part of the organized structure of the priestly service, each playing a role in the worship and rituals of the temple. This highlights the communal aspect of worship, where each family and individual contributes to the greater purpose of glorifying God.

Zechariah
The name "Zechariah" is derived from the Hebrew "Zekharyah," meaning "Yahweh remembers." This name is significant in the biblical narrative, as it serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness and His covenant promises. In the context of 1 Chronicles 24, Zechariah represents the fulfillment of God's promise to maintain a priestly line, ensuring that worship and service continue in accordance with His divine plan. The mention of Zechariah here is inspirational, as it reassures believers of God's unwavering commitment to His people and His remembrance of His promises throughout generations.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The brother
אֲחִ֤י (’ă·ḥî)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 251: A brother, )

of Micah:
מִיכָה֙ (mî·ḵāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4318: Micah -- the name of several Israelites

Isshiah;
יִשִּׁיָּ֔ה (yiš·šî·yāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3449: Isshiah -- the name of several Israelites

from the sons
לִבְנֵ֥י (liḇ·nê)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Isshiah:
יִשִּׁיָּ֖ה (yiš·šî·yāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3449: Isshiah -- the name of several Israelites

Zechariah.
זְכַרְיָֽהוּ׃ (zə·ḵar·yā·hū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2148: Zachariah -- the name of a number of Israelites


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