1 Chronicles 24:7
New International Version
The first lot fell to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

New Living Translation
The first lot fell to Jehoiarib. The second lot fell to Jedaiah.

English Standard Version
The first lot fell to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

Berean Standard Bible
The first lot fell to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

King James Bible
Now the first lot came forth to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

New King James Version
Now the first lot fell to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

New American Standard Bible
Now the first lot came out for Jehoiarib, the second for Jedaiah,

NASB 1995
Now the first lot came out for Jehoiarib, the second for Jedaiah,

NASB 1977
Now the first lot came out for Jehoiarib, the second for Jedaiah,

Legacy Standard Bible
Now the first lot came out for Jehoiarib, the second for Jedaiah,

Amplified Bible
The lots fell, the first one to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

Christian Standard Bible
The first lot fell to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The first lot fell to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

American Standard Version
Now the first lot came forth to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

English Revised Version
Now the first lot came forth to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The first lot drawn was for Jehoiarib, the second for Jedaiah,

International Standard Version
The first lottery was chosen in favor of Jehoiarib, the second for Jedaiah,

Majority Standard Bible
The first lot fell to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

NET Bible
The first lot went to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

New Heart English Bible
Now the first lot came forth to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

Webster's Bible Translation
Now the first lot came forth to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

World English Bible
Now the first lot came out to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And the first lot goes out for Jehoiarib, for Jedaiah the second,

Young's Literal Translation
And the first lot goeth out for Jehoiarib, for Jedaiah the second,

Smith's Literal Translation
And the first lot will go forth to Jehoiarib, to Jedaiah the second,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Now the first lot came forth to Joiarib, the second to Jedei,

Catholic Public Domain Version
Now the first lot went forth to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

New American Bible
The first lot fell to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

New Revised Standard Version
The first lot fell to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Now the first lot fell to Jehoiadah, the second to Jedaiah,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the first lot came up for Yahuyada, the second for Yadaiyah.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Now the first lot came forth to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the first lot came out to Joarim, the second to Jedia,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Divisions of the Priests
6The scribe, Shemaiah son of Nethanel, a Levite, recorded their names in the presence of the king and of the officers: Zadok the priest, Ahimelech son of Abiathar, and the heads of families of the priests and the Levites—one family being taken from Eleazar, and then one from Ithamar. 7The first lot fell to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah, 8the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,…

Cross References
1 Kings 2:35
And the king appointed Benaiah son of Jehoiada in Joab’s place over the army, and he appointed Zadok the priest in Abiathar’s place.

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

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:

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

Nehemiah 12:12
In the days of Joiakim, these were the heads of the priestly families: of the family of Seraiah, Meraiah; of Jeremiah, Hananiah;

Ezra 6:18
They also appointed the priests by their divisions and the Levites by their groups to the service of God in Jerusalem, according to what is written in the Book of Moses.

Matthew 1:5-6
Salmon was the father of Boaz by Rahab, Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, Obed the father of Jesse, / and Jesse the father of David the king. Next: David was the father of Solomon by Uriah’s wife,

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.

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 7:27
Unlike the other high priests, He does not need to offer daily sacrifices, first for His own sins and then for the sins of the people; He sacrificed for sin once for all when He offered up Himself.

Hebrews 8:3-5
And since every high priest is appointed to offer both gifts and sacrifices, it was necessary for this One also to have something to offer. / Now if He were on earth, He would not be a priest, since there are already priests who offer gifts according to the law. / The place where they serve is a copy and shadow of what is in heaven. This is why Moses was warned when he was about to build the tabernacle: “See to it that you make everything according to the pattern shown you on the mountain.”

Hebrews 9:6-7
When everything had been prepared in this way, the priests entered regularly into the first room to perform their sacred duties. / But only the high priest entered the second room, and then only once a year, and never without blood, which he offered for himself and for the sins the people had committed in ignorance.


Treasury of Scripture

Now the first lot came forth to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

Jehoiarib

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

Nehemiah 12:19
And of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

Joiarib

Ezra 2:36
The priests: the children of Jedaiah, of the house of Jeshua, nine hundred seventy and three.

Nehemiah 7:39
The priests: the children of Jedaiah, of the house of Jeshua, nine hundred seventy and three.

Nehemiah 11:10
Of the priests: Jedaiah the son of Joiarib, Jachin.

Jump to Previous
Fell First Forth Jedaiah Jedai'ah Jehoiarib Jehoi'arib Lot Second
Jump to Next
Fell First Forth Jedaiah Jedai'ah Jehoiarib Jehoi'arib Lot Second
1 Chronicles 24
1. The division of the sons of Aaron by lot into twenty-four orders.
20. The Kohathites
26. and the Merarites, divided by lot














The first lot fell to Jehoiarib
The division of the priestly duties by lot was a method used to ensure fairness and divine guidance, as seen in other biblical instances such as the selection of Matthias in Acts 1:26. Jehoiarib was the head of the first of the twenty-four priestly courses established by King David. This system was designed to organize the priestly service in the temple, ensuring that the worship and sacrifices were conducted in an orderly manner. The name Jehoiarib means "Yahweh contends" or "Yahweh pleads," reflecting a deep connection to God's justice and advocacy. This division highlights the importance of structured worship and the role of the priesthood in maintaining the spiritual life of Israel.

the second to Jedaiah
Jedaiah, meaning "Yahweh has known," was the head of the second priestly division. The use of lots to determine the order of service underscores the belief in God's sovereignty and providence in the affairs of His people. The priestly courses were a critical part of the temple's function, ensuring that the duties were shared among the descendants of Aaron. This system allowed for a continuous and organized approach to temple service, which was central to the religious life of Israel. The mention of Jedaiah connects to the broader biblical theme of God's intimate knowledge and care for His people, as seen in passages like Psalm 139:1-4.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jehoiarib
The first priestly division chosen by lot. Jehoiarib is significant as the head of the first of the twenty-four priestly divisions established by King David. This division was responsible for serving in the temple, highlighting the importance of orderly worship and service to God.

2. Jedaiah
The second priestly division. Like Jehoiarib, Jedaiah's division was chosen by lot to serve in the temple. This reflects the organized structure of temple service and the shared responsibility among the priests.

3. The Casting of Lots
A method used to determine the order of service among the priestly divisions. This practice underscores the belief in divine sovereignty, as the outcome was seen as God's will.

4. King David
Although not mentioned directly in this verse, David's role in organizing the priestly divisions is crucial. His leadership ensured that worship in the temple was conducted in an orderly and God-honoring manner.

5. The Temple
The central place of worship for the Israelites. The organization of the priestly divisions was essential for maintaining the temple's function as a place of continual worship and sacrifice.
Teaching Points
Divine Order and Structure
God values order and structure in worship. The division of priests into specific groups for service reflects the importance of organized worship and the need for each person to fulfill their role faithfully.

Sovereignty of God
The casting of lots demonstrates God's sovereignty in decision-making. Believers can trust that God is in control of all aspects of life, including the seemingly random events.

Shared Responsibility in Ministry
The division of priestly duties illustrates the concept of shared responsibility in ministry. Each believer has a role to play in the body of Christ, contributing to the overall mission of the Church.

Historical Continuity of Worship
The priestly divisions show the continuity of worship practices from the Old Testament to the New Testament, reminding us of the enduring nature of God's covenant with His people.(7-10) The order of the twenty-four classes of priests, as decided by the drawings. We have no means of discovering to which of the lines individual clans belonged, whether to that of Eleazar or to that of Ithamar.

(7) Jehoiarib . . . Jedaiah.--See 1Chronicles 9:10. The Maccabean princes were of the house of Jehoiarib (1 Maccabees 2:1).

Came forth.--From the urn (Joshua 16:1; Joshua 19:1).

Verse 7. - Jehoiarib. Written thus only here and in 1 Chronicles 9:10; elsewhere always Joiarib. He then is the head of the first of the twenty-four courses of priests in David's time, and according to his plan. (For the evidence of the return of some of this family from the Exile, see Nehemiah 11:10, though the text of this clause is very suspicious; Nehemiah 12:6, 19; see also interesting article under this name, with tables, Smith, 'Bible Dictionary,' 1:946.) Jedaiah. (For the return of some of the descendants of this family, see Ezra 2:36; Nehemiah 7:39; comp. also Nehemiah 12:6, 7, 19, 21.)

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The first
הָרִאשׁוֹן֙ (hā·ri·šō·wn)
Article | Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 7223: First, in place, time, rank

lot
הַגּוֹרָ֤ל (hag·gō·w·rāl)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1486: Lot -- a lot (for casting)

fell
וַיֵּצֵ֞א (way·yê·ṣê)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim

to Jehoiarib,
לִיה֣וֹיָרִ֔יב (lî·hō·w·yā·rîḇ)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3080: Joiarib -- 'the LORD contends', two Israelites, also a priestly family

the second
הַשֵּׁנִֽי׃ (haš·šê·nî)
Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular
Strong's 8145: Second (an ordinal number)

to Jedaiah,
לִֽידַעְיָ֖ה (lî·ḏa‘·yāh)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3048: Jedaiah -- 'Yah has known', the name of several Israelites


Links
1 Chronicles 24:7 NIV
1 Chronicles 24:7 NLT
1 Chronicles 24:7 ESV
1 Chronicles 24:7 NASB
1 Chronicles 24:7 KJV

1 Chronicles 24:7 BibleApps.com
1 Chronicles 24:7 Biblia Paralela
1 Chronicles 24:7 Chinese Bible
1 Chronicles 24:7 French Bible
1 Chronicles 24:7 Catholic Bible

OT History: 1 Chronicles 24:7 Now the first lot came forth (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr)
1 Chronicles 24:6
Top of Page
Top of Page