1 Chronicles 24:8
New International Version
the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

New Living Translation
The third lot fell to Harim. The fourth lot fell to Seorim.

English Standard Version
the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

Berean Standard Bible
the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

King James Bible
The third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

New King James Version
the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

New American Standard Bible
the third for Harim, the fourth for Seorim,

NASB 1995
the third for Harim, the fourth for Seorim,

NASB 1977
the third for Harim, the fourth for Seorim,

Legacy Standard Bible
the third for Harim, the fourth for Seorim,

Amplified Bible
the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

Christian Standard Bible
the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

American Standard Version
the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

English Revised Version
the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
the third for Harim, the fourth for Seorim,

International Standard Version
third for Harim, the fourth for Seorim,

Majority Standard Bible
the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

NET Bible
the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

New Heart English Bible
the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

Webster's Bible Translation
The third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

World English Bible
the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
for Harim the third, for Seorim the fourth,

Young's Literal Translation
for Harim the third, for Seorim the fourth,

Smith's Literal Translation
To Harim the third, to Seorim the fourth,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

Catholic Public Domain Version
the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

New American Bible
the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

New Revised Standard Version
the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The third to Haram, the fourth to Seorim,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
For the third for Kharam, for the fourth, Surim.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
the third to Charib, the fourth to Seorim,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Divisions of the Priests
7The first lot fell to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah, 8the third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim, 9the fifth to Malchijah, the sixth to Mijamin,…

Cross References
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:

1 Chronicles 9:10-13
From the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, and Jachin; / Azariah son of Hilkiah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Zadok, the son of Meraioth, the son of Ahitub, the chief official of God’s temple; / Adaiah son of Jeroham, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malchijah; Maasai son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Meshillemith, the son of Immer; ...

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 12:12-22
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; ...

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.

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.

Numbers 3:5-10
Then the LORD said to Moses, / “Bring the tribe of Levi and present them to Aaron the priest to assist him. / They are to perform duties for him and for the whole congregation before the Tent of Meeting, attending to the service of the tabernacle. ...

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. ...

Matthew 23:2-3
“The scribes and Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat. / So practice and observe everything they tell you. But do not do what they do, for they do not practice what they preach.

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.

Acts 6:7
So the word of God continued to spread. The number of disciples in Jerusalem grew rapidly, and a great number of priests became obedient to the faith.

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.”


Treasury of Scripture

The third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

Harim

Ezra 2:39
The children of Harim, a thousand and seventeen.

Ezra 10:21
And of the sons of Harim; Maaseiah, and Elijah, and Shemaiah, and Jehiel, and Uzziah.

Nehemiah 7:35
The children of Harim, three hundred and twenty.

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the third to Harim
Harim is one of the priestly divisions established by King David. The division of the priesthood into 24 courses was a significant organizational step for temple worship, ensuring that the duties were evenly distributed among the descendants of Aaron. Harim is also mentioned in Ezra 2:39 and Nehemiah 7:42, where members of this family returned from the Babylonian exile, indicating their continued importance in the post-exilic community. The name Harim means "dedicated" or "consecrated," reflecting the sacred role of the priests. This division's placement as the third may suggest a position of honor or seniority within the priestly order.

the fourth to Seorim
Seorim is another of the priestly divisions, and like Harim, it was part of the 24 courses established by David. The name Seorim means "barley," which could symbolize provision and sustenance, as barley was a staple grain in ancient Israel. The division of Seorim is not as frequently mentioned in other biblical texts, which may suggest a less prominent role compared to other priestly families. However, their inclusion in the list underscores the comprehensive nature of David's organization of the priesthood. The fourth position in the order may indicate a structured rotation, ensuring that each division had equal opportunity to serve in the temple, reflecting the orderly worship that God desires.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Harim
Harim is one of the priestly divisions established by King David. The name Harim means "dedicated" or "consecrated," reflecting the sacred role of the priests in serving God and the community.

2. Seorim
Seorim is another priestly division. The name Seorim can be associated with "barley," which may symbolize provision and sustenance, important aspects of the priestly duties in the temple.

3. Priestly Divisions
The division of priests into 24 groups was organized by King David to ensure that the temple services were conducted efficiently and orderly. Each division served in the temple for a specific period, ensuring continuous worship and sacrifices.

4. King David
As the king of Israel, David played a crucial role in organizing the temple worship and establishing the priestly divisions. His leadership ensured that the worship of God was central to the life of Israel.

5. Temple Worship
The organization of the priestly divisions was integral to the functioning of the temple, which was the center of religious life in Israel. The temple was where sacrifices were made, and God's presence was uniquely manifested.
Teaching Points
Order in Worship
The division of priests into specific groups highlights the importance of order and structure in worship. God is a God of order, and our worship should reflect that.

Faithfulness in Service
Each priestly division had a specific time to serve, teaching us the value of faithfulness and dedication in our service to God. We are called to serve diligently in the roles God has given us.

Community and Unity
The divisions worked together to ensure continuous worship, illustrating the importance of community and unity in the body of Christ. We are stronger and more effective when we work together.

Historical Continuity
The priestly divisions show the continuity of God's plan from the Old Testament to the New Testament. Understanding our spiritual heritage can strengthen our faith and commitment.(8) Harim--i.e., h?r-m, flat-nosed. (Comp. Latin Naso.) This name recurs in Ezra 2:39; Nehemiah 3:11.

Seorim (barley)--i.e., bearded (Latin, Barbatus), is not found elsewhere.

Verse 8. - Harim (see Barrington's 'Genealogies,' 1:94, 99, 151, 169; see also for the mention of descendants, Ezra 2:39; Ezra 10:21; Nehemiah 7:42; Nehemiah 10:5; Nehemiah 12:4 (where the name appears as Rehum), 15). The sons of Harim mentioned in Ezra 2:32; Ezra 10:31; Nehemiah 7:35; Nehemiah 10:27, were not a priest-family. Seorim. This name does not occur again.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
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)

to Harim,
לְחָרִם֙ (lə·ḥā·rim)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2766: Harim -- 'consecrated', the name of several Israelites

the fourth
הָרְבִעִֽי׃ (hā·rə·ḇi·‘î)
Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular
Strong's 7243: Fourth, a fourth

to Seorim,
לִשְׂעֹרִ֖ים (liś·‘ō·rîm)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8188: Seorim -- an Israelite priest


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