Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and relatives 12 New Living Translation The twelfth lot fell to Hashabiah and twelve of his sons and relatives. English Standard Version the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and his brothers, twelve; Berean Standard Bible the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; King James Bible The twelfth to Hashabiah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve: New King James Version the twelfth for Hashabiah, his sons and his brethren, twelve; New American Standard Bible the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and his relatives, twelve; NASB 1995 the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and his relatives, twelve; NASB 1977 the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and his relatives, twelve; Legacy Standard Bible the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and his relatives, twelve; Amplified Bible the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and his relatives, twelve; Christian Standard Bible the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons, and his relatives — 12 Holman Christian Standard Bible the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons, and his brothers—12 American Standard Version the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and his brethren, twelve: English Revised Version the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and his brethren, twelve: GOD'S WORD® Translation The twelfth chose Hashabiah, his sons, and his relatives-12 men. International Standard Version the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and his relatives, for a total of twelve; NET Bible the twelfth to Hashabiah and his sons and relatives--twelve in all, New Heart English Bible the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and his brothers, twelve: Webster's Bible Translation The twelfth to Hashabiah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblethe twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; World English Bible the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and his brothers, twelve; Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionthe twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and his brothers—twelve; Young's Literal Translation the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and his brethren, twelve; Smith's Literal Translation The twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and his brethren, twelve: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe twelfth to Hasabia, to his sons and his brethren twelve. Catholic Public Domain Version The twelfth went to Hashabiah, to his sons and brothers, twelve. New American Bible The twelfth fell to Hashabiah, his sons, and his kinsmen: twelve. New Revised Standard Version the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and his brothers, twelve; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe twelfth to Hashabiah, he, his sons, and his brethren were twelve; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The twelfth, Kheshabya, and his sons and his brothers were twelve. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons and his brethren, twelve; Brenton Septuagint Translation the twelfth Asabia, his sons and his brethren, twelve: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Twenty-Four Divisions of Musicians…18the eleventh to Azarel, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; 19the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons, and his brothers— 12 in all; 20the thirteenth to Shubael, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;… Cross References 1 Chronicles 6:31-32 These are the men David put in charge of the music in the house of the LORD after the ark rested there. / They ministered with song before the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting, until Solomon built the house of the LORD in Jerusalem. And they performed their duties according to the regulations given them. 1 Chronicles 16:4-6 David appointed some of the Levites to minister before the ark of the LORD, to celebrate, to give thanks, and to praise the LORD, the God of Israel. / Asaph was the chief, Zechariah was second, then Jeiel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Mattithiah, Eliab, Benaiah, Obed-edom, and Jeiel. They were to play the harps and lyres, while Asaph sounded the cymbals / and the priests Benaiah and Jahaziel blew the trumpets regularly before the ark of the covenant of God. 1 Chronicles 23:5 4,000 are to be gatekeepers, and 4,000 are to praise the LORD with the instruments I have made for giving praise.” 1 Chronicles 9:33 Those who were musicians, the heads of Levite families, stayed in the temple chambers and were exempt from other duties because they were on duty day and night. 2 Chronicles 29:25-30 Hezekiah stationed the Levites in the house of the LORD with cymbals, harps, and lyres according to the command of David, of Gad the king’s seer, and of Nathan the prophet. For the command had come from the LORD through His prophets. / The Levites stood with the instruments of David, and the priests with the trumpets. / And Hezekiah ordered that the burnt offering be sacrificed on the altar. When the burnt offering began, the song of the LORD and the trumpets began as well, accompanied by the instruments of David king of Israel. ... 2 Chronicles 5:12-13 all the Levitical singers—Asaph, Heman, Jeduthun, and their sons and relatives—stood on the east side of the altar, dressed in fine linen and playing cymbals, harps, and lyres, accompanied by 120 priests sounding trumpets. / The trumpeters and singers joined together to praise and thank the LORD with one voice. They lifted up their voices, accompanied by trumpets, cymbals, and musical instruments, in praise to the LORD: “For He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.” And the temple, the house of the LORD, was filled with a cloud 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. Nehemiah 12:24-25 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. 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. Psalm 150:3-5 Praise Him with the sound of the horn; praise Him with the harp and lyre. / Praise Him with tambourine and dancing; praise Him with strings and flute. / Praise Him with clashing cymbals; praise Him with resounding cymbals. Psalm 33:2-3 Praise the LORD with the harp; make music to Him with ten strings. / Sing to Him a new song; play skillfully with a shout of joy. Psalm 81:1-2 For the choirmaster. According to Gittith. Of Asaph. Sing for joy to God our strength; make a joyful noise to the God of Jacob. / Lift up a song, strike the tambourine, play the sweet-sounding harp and lyre. Psalm 92:1-3 A Psalm. A song for the Sabbath day. It is good to praise the LORD, and to sing praises to Your name, O Most High, / to proclaim Your loving devotion in the morning and Your faithfulness at night / with the ten-stringed harp and the melody of the lyre. Psalm 98:4-6 Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth; break forth—let your cry ring out, and sing praises! / Sing praises to the LORD with the lyre, in melodious song with the harp. / With trumpets and the blast of the ram’s horn shout for joy before the LORD, the King. Ephesians 5:19 Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your hearts to the Lord, Treasury of Scripture The twelfth to Hashabiah, he, his sons, and his brothers, were twelve: 1 Chronicles 25:4 Of Heman: the sons of Heman; Bukkiah, Mattaniah, Uzziel, Shebuel, and Jerimoth, Hananiah, Hanani, Eliathah, Giddalti, and Romamtiezer, Joshbekashah, Mallothi, Hothir, and Mahazioth: Uzziel Jump to Previous Hashabiah Hashabi'ah Relatives Twelfth TwelveJump to Next Hashabiah Hashabi'ah Relatives Twelfth Twelve1 Chronicles 25 1. The number and offices of the singers8. Their division by lot into twenty-four orders the twelfth This phrase indicates the order of service among the musicians appointed by King David. The division into twenty-four groups reflects the organized structure of worship in the temple, ensuring continuous praise and worship. The number twelve is significant in biblical numerology, often symbolizing completeness or divine government, as seen in the twelve tribes of Israel and the twelve apostles. to Hashabiah his sons, and his brothers 12 in all Persons / Places / Events 1. HashabiahA leader among the Levitical musicians appointed by King David for the service of song in the house of the Lord. His name means "Yahweh has considered" or "Yahweh has regarded." 2. Sons and Brothers of Hashabiah These individuals were part of the group of musicians who served in the temple. They were part of the 24 divisions of musicians, each serving in the temple worship. 3. The Division of Musicians This event refers to the organization of the Levitical musicians into 24 divisions, each serving in the temple. This structure was established by King David to ensure continuous worship in the temple. Teaching Points The Importance of Order in WorshipThe division of musicians into 24 groups shows the value of organization in worship. It ensures that worship is continuous and orderly, reflecting God's nature of order. The Role of Music in Worship Music is a vital part of worship, as seen in the appointment of musicians like Hashabiah. It enhances the worship experience and helps to express devotion to God. Family Involvement in Ministry Hashabiah's sons and brothers were involved in the ministry, highlighting the importance of family participation in serving God. It encourages families to serve together in their local church. God's Consideration of Our Service The name Hashabiah, meaning "Yahweh has considered," reminds us that God sees and values our service, no matter how small it may seem. Continuity in Worship The structured rotation of musicians ensures that worship is ongoing. This teaches us the importance of maintaining a consistent worship life, both personally and corporately. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 25:19?2. How does 1 Chronicles 25:19 emphasize the importance of organized worship in church? 3. What role does "Asher" play in understanding God's order for worship? 4. How can we apply the principle of assigned duties in our church today? 5. How does 1 Chronicles 25:19 connect with New Testament teachings on spiritual gifts? 6. What can we learn about God's sovereignty from the casting of lots here? 7. What is the significance of 1 Chronicles 25:19 in the context of temple worship? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 25:19 reflect the organization of Levitical musicians? 9. Why is the casting of lots important in 1 Chronicles 25:19? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 25? 11. What does 'Earth divided in Peleg's days' mean? 12. In 1 Chronicles 1:19, does the mention of 'division' in Peleg's time imply a global geological event that contradicts modern science? 13. In 1 Chronicles 3:1-9, how do we reconcile David's unusually large number of sons and wives with historical records of royal families in ancient Israel? 14. 1 Chronicles 20:5: Why does this text say Elhanan killed Goliath's brother, whereas 2 Samuel 21:19 seems to conflict about who killed Goliath? What Does 1 Chronicles 25:19 Mean The twelfth• In 1 Chronicles 25 the Holy Spirit records how David, “together with the commanders of the army, set apart some of the sons of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun for the ministry of prophesying with lyres, harps, and cymbals” (25:1). • Twenty-four lots were drawn “for ministry in the house of the LORD” (25:8–9). The phrase “the twelfth” marks the midpoint of those twenty-four rotations—each group serving for its assigned period just as the priestly courses did in 1 Chronicles 24:18–19. • God’s orderly arrangement reassures us that worship is never haphazard; every detail matters to Him (cf. 1 Corinthians 14:40; Numbers 4:49). • Even the twelfth order, seemingly ordinary, shares the same dignity as the first. Every believer’s service—whether noticed or unnoticed—counts equally before God (Matthew 20:1-16). to Hashabiah • Hashabiah is listed earlier among “the sons of Jeduthun” (1 Chronicles 25:3). As a descendant of the faithful Levite line, he had been trained for prophetic praise. • His name appears again among those who stand for covenant faithfulness (e.g., 1 Chronicles 9:14; Nehemiah 11:22), showing a pattern of steady commitment. • The lot falling “to Hashabiah” underscores divine sovereignty: “The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the LORD” (Proverbs 16:33). God appoints our place of service just as surely as He appointed Hashabiah’s. • By specifically naming him, Scripture highlights personal responsibility; the calling of God on an individual is never vague (Acts 13:2). his sons • The wording “his sons” reminds us that ministry in the temple was often multi-generational (Exodus 29:9; 2 Chronicles 20:13). • Sons worked alongside their father in music and prophecy, learning skill and devotion simultaneously (Psalm 78:4-7). • This pattern models intentional discipleship in the home: faith and worship are best transmitted life-on-life (Deuteronomy 6:6-9). • God’s purpose in assigning family groups is unity of heart and voice—“with one accord” (2 Chronicles 5:13; Acts 4:24). and his brothers—12 in all • Every course numbered twelve musicians. The consistency stresses completeness, much like the twelve tribes (Genesis 35:22-26) and later the twelve apostles (Luke 6:13). • Twelve symbolizes governmental fullness; in temple worship it points to total, representative praise offered on Israel’s behalf (Revelation 21:12). • “Brothers” widens the circle beyond immediate sons to fellow Levites who shared both blood and covenant (Psalm 133:1). • By recording “12 in all,” the chronicler affirms that nothing was lacking—each part supplied, each voice present (Ephesians 4:16). summary 1 Chronicles 25:19 shows God’s meticulous ordering of worship. The twelfth lot, assigned to Hashabiah, his sons, and his brothers—twelve assembled servants—demonstrates that: • Every place of ministry is appointed by God’s sovereign choice. • Service is a family affair, handed down and shared. • The Lord values order and completeness in praise, ensuring nothing is missing from the symphony of worship that rises before His throne. (19) To Hashabiah.--So the Hebrew.Hebrew the twelfthהַשְּׁנֵ֤ים (haš·šə·nêm) Article | Number - mdc Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) to Hashabiah, לַחֲשַׁבְיָ֔ה (la·ḥă·šaḇ·yāh) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2811: Hashabiah -- 'Yah has taken account', the name of a number of Israelites his sons, בָּנָ֥יו (bā·nāw) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1121: A son and his brothers— וְאֶחָ֖יו (wə·’e·ḥāw) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 251: A brother, ) 12 [in all]; שְׁנֵ֥ים (šə·nêm) Number - md Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) Links 1 Chronicles 25:19 NIV1 Chronicles 25:19 NLT 1 Chronicles 25:19 ESV 1 Chronicles 25:19 NASB 1 Chronicles 25:19 KJV 1 Chronicles 25:19 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 25:19 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 25:19 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 25:19 French Bible 1 Chronicles 25:19 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 25:19 The twelfth to Hashabiah his sons (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |