1 Chronicles 26:25
New International Version
His relatives through Eliezer: Rehabiah his son, Jeshaiah his son, Joram his son, Zikri his son and Shelomith his son.

New Living Translation
His relatives through Eliezer were Rehabiah, Jeshaiah, Joram, Zicri, and Shelomoth.

English Standard Version
His brothers: from Eliezer were his son Rehabiah, and his son Jeshaiah, and his son Joram, and his son Zichri, and his son Shelomoth.

Berean Standard Bible
His relatives through Eliezer included Rehabiah his son, Jeshaiah his son, Joram his son, Zichri his son, and Shelomith his son.

King James Bible
And his brethren by Eliezer; Rehabiah his son, and Jeshaiah his son, and Joram his son, and Zichri his son, and Shelomith his son.

New King James Version
And his brethren by Eliezer were Rehabiah his son, Jeshaiah his son, Joram his son, Zichri his son, and Shelomith his son.

New American Standard Bible
His relatives by Eliezer were Rehabiah his son, Jeshaiah his son, Joram his son, Zichri his son, and Shelomoth his son.

NASB 1995
His relatives by Eliezer were Rehabiah his son, Jeshaiah his son, Joram his son, Zichri his son and Shelomoth his son.

NASB 1977
And his relatives by Eliezer were Rehabiah his son, Jeshaiah his son, Joram his son, Zichri his son, and Shelomoth his son.

Legacy Standard Bible
And his relatives by Eliezer were Rehabiah his son, Jeshaiah his son, Joram his son, Zichri his son, and Shelomoth his son.

Amplified Bible
His relatives by Eliezer were his son Rehabiah, his son Jeshaiah, his son Joram, his son Zichri, and his son Shelomoth.

Christian Standard Bible
His relatives through Eliezer: his son Rehabiah, his son Jeshaiah, his son Joram, his son Zichri, and his son Shelomith.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
His relative through Eliezer: his son Rehabiah, his son Jeshaiah, his son Joram, his son Zichri, and his son Shelomith.

American Standard Version
And his brethren: of Eliezer came Rehabiah his son, and Jeshaiah his son, and Joram his son, and Zichri his son, and Shelomoth his son.

Contemporary English Version
The descendants of Gershom's brother Eliezer included Rehabiah, Jeshaiah, Joram, Zichri, and Shelomoth.

English Revised Version
And his brethren; of Eliezer came Rehabiah his son, and Jeshaiah his son, and Joram his son, and Zichri his son, and Shelomoth his son.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
From his relatives on Eliezer's side of the family was Shelomith. (Eliezer's son was Rehabiah; his grandson was Jeshaiah; his great-grandson was Joram. Joram's son was Zichri; his grandson was Shelomith.)

Good News Translation
Through Gershom's brother Eliezer he was related to Shelomith. Eliezer was the father of Rehabiah, who was the father of Jeshaiah, the father of Joram, the father of Zichri, the father of Shelomith.

International Standard Version
and his brothers from Eliezer, including his son Rehabiah, his son Jeshaiah, his son Joram, his son Zichri, and his son Shelomoth.

Majority Standard Bible
His relatives through Eliezer included Rehabiah his son, Jeshaiah his son, Joram his son, Zichri his son, and Shelomith his son.

NET Bible
His relatives through Eliezer included: Rehabiah his son, Jeshaiah his son, Joram his son, Zikri his son, and Shelomith his son.

New Heart English Bible
His brothers: of Eliezer, Rehabiah his son, and Jeshaiah his son, and Joram his son, and Zikri his son, and Shelomoth his son.

Webster's Bible Translation
And his brethren by Eliezer; Rehabiah his son, and Jeshaiah his son, and Joram his son, and Zichri his son, and Shelomith his son.

World English Bible
His brothers: of Eliezer, Rehabiah his son, and Jeshaiah his son, and Joram his son, and Zichri his son, and Shelomoth his son.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And his brothers, of Eliezer: Rehabiah his son, and Jeshaiah his son, and Joram his son, and Zichri his son, and Shelomith his son.

Young's Literal Translation
And his brethren, of Eliezer, are Rehabiah his son, and Jeshaiah his son, and Joram his son, and Zichri his son, and Shelomith his son.

Smith's Literal Translation
And his brethren for Eliezer: Rehabiah his son, and Jeshaiah his son, and Joram his son, and Zaccur his son, and Shelomith his son.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
His brethren also, Eliezer, whose son Rohobia, and his son Isaias, and his son Joram, and his son Zechri, and his son Selemith.

Catholic Public Domain Version
along with his brothers, Eliezer, and his son Rehabiah, and his son Jeshaiah, and his son Joram, and also his son Zichri, and his son Shelomoth.

New American Bible
His associate was of the line of Eliezer, whose son was Rehabiah, whose son was Jeshaiah, whose son was Joram, whose son was Zichri, whose son was Shelomith.

New Revised Standard Version
His brothers: from Eliezer were his son Rehabiah, his son Jeshaiah, his son Joram, his son Zichri, and his son Shelomoth.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And his brother Eliezer, Rehabiah his son and Isaiah his son and Joram his son and Zichri his son and Shelomith his son.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And his brother Eliazar, Rekhabyah his son, Eshaiah his son, Yuram his son, Zekri his Son, Shelumeeth his son.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And his brethren by Eliezer: Rehabiah his son, and Jeshaiah his son, and Joram his son, and Zichri his son, and Shelomith his son.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Rabias was son to his brother Eliezer, and so was Josias, and Joram, and Zechri, and Salomoth.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Treasurers, Officers, and Judges
24Shebuel, a descendant of Gershom son of Moses, was the officer in charge of the treasuries. 25His relatives through Eliezer included Rehabiah his son, Jeshaiah his son, Joram his son, Zichri his son, and Shelomith his son. 26This Shelomith and his brothers were in charge of all the treasuries for the things dedicated by King David, by the heads of families who were the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and by the army commanders.…

Cross References
1 Chronicles 23:28-32
but their duty was to assist the descendants of Aaron with the service of the house of the LORD, being responsible for the courts and chambers, the purification of all the holy things, and the work of the service of the house of God, / as well as for the rows of the showbread, the fine flour for the grain offering, the wafers of unleavened bread, the baking, the mixing, and all measurements of quantity and size. / They were also to stand every morning to give thanks and praise to the LORD, and likewise in the evening. ...

1 Chronicles 9:26-27
But the four chief gatekeepers, who were Levites, were entrusted with the rooms and the treasuries of the house of God. / They would spend the night stationed around the house of God, because they were responsible for guarding it and opening it every morning.

1 Chronicles 24:20-31
Now these were the rest of the descendants of Levi: From the sons of Amram: Shubael; from the sons of Shubael: Jehdeiah. / As for Rehabiah, from his sons: The first was Isshiah. / From the Izharites: Shelomoth; from the sons of Shelomoth: Jahath. ...

1 Chronicles 6:48-49
Their fellow Levites were assigned to every kind of service of the tabernacle, the house of God. / 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 15:18-24
and with them their brothers next in rank: Zechariah, Jaaziel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Unni, Eliab, Benaiah, Maaseiah, Mattithiah, Eliphelehu, Mikneiah, and the gatekeepers Obed-edom and Jeiel. / The musicians Heman, Asaph, and Ethan were to sound the bronze cymbals. / Zechariah, Aziel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Unni, Eliab, Maaseiah, and Benaiah were to play the harps according to Alamoth. ...

1 Chronicles 16:37-42
So David left Asaph and his associates there before the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to minister there regularly according to the daily requirements, / along with Obed-edom and his sixty-eight relatives. Obed-edom son of Jeduthun, and also Hosah, were to be gatekeepers. / And David left Zadok the priest and his fellow priests before the tabernacle of the LORD at the high place in Gibeon ...

1 Chronicles 25:1-8
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: / From the sons of Asaph: Zaccur, Joseph, Nethaniah, and Asarelah. These sons of Asaph were under the direction of Asaph, who prophesied under the direction of the king. / From the sons of Jeduthun: Gedaliah, Zeri, Jeshaiah, Shimei, Hashabiah, and Mattithiah—six in all—under the direction of their father Jeduthun, who prophesied with the harp, giving thanks and praise to the LORD. ...

1 Chronicles 28:12-13
The plans contained everything David had in mind for the courts of the house of the LORD, for all the surrounding rooms, for the treasuries of the house of God and of the dedicated things, / 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 29:6-9
Then the leaders of the families, the officers of the tribes of Israel, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officials in charge of the king’s work gave willingly. / Toward the service of God’s house they gave 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, 10,000 talents of silver, 18,000 talents of bronze, and 100,000 talents of iron. / Whoever had precious stones gave them to the treasury of the house of the LORD, under the care of Jehiel the Gershonite. ...

2 Chronicles 31:11-12
Then Hezekiah commanded them to prepare storerooms in the house of the LORD, and they did so. / And they faithfully brought in the contributions, tithes, and dedicated gifts. Conaniah the Levite was the officer in charge of them, and his brother Shimei was second.

2 Chronicles 8:14-15
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. / They did not turn aside from the king’s command regarding the priests or the Levites in any matter, including that of the treasuries.

Nehemiah 12:44-47
And on that same day men were appointed over the rooms that housed the supplies, contributions, firstfruits, and tithes. The portions specified by the Law for the priests and Levites were gathered into these storerooms from the fields of the villages, because Judah rejoiced over the priests and Levites who were serving. / 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. ...

Nehemiah 13:10-14
I also learned that because the portions for the Levites had not been given to them, all the Levites and singers responsible for performing the service had gone back to their own fields. / So I rebuked the officials and asked, “Why has the house of God been neglected?” Then I gathered the Levites and singers together and stationed them at their posts, / and all Judah brought a tenth of the grain, new wine, and oil into the storerooms. ...

1 Kings 7:51
So all the work that King Solomon had performed for the house of the LORD was completed. Then Solomon brought in the items his father David had dedicated—the silver, the gold, and the furnishings—and he placed them in the treasuries of the house of the LORD.

2 Kings 12:9-10
Then Jehoiada the priest took a chest, bored a hole in its lid, and set it beside the altar on the right side as one enters the house of the LORD. There the priests who guarded the threshold put all the money brought into the house of the LORD. / Whenever they saw that there was a large amount of money in the chest, the royal scribe and the high priest would go up, count the money brought into the house of the LORD, and tie it up in bags.


Treasury of Scripture

And his brothers by Eliezer; Rehabiah his son, and Jeshaiah his son, and Joram his son, and Zichri his son, and Shelomith his son.

Eliezer

1 Chronicles 23:15
The sons of Moses were, Gershom, and Eliezer.

Exodus 18:4
And the name of the other was Eliezer; for the God of my father, said he, was mine help, and delivered me from the sword of Pharaoh:

Rehabiah

1 Chronicles 23:17
And the sons of Eliezer were, Rehabiah the chief. And Eliezer had none other sons; but the sons of Rehabiah were very many.

Shelomith

1 Chronicles 23:18
Of the sons of Izhar; Shelomith the chief.

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1 Chronicles 26
1. The divisions of the porters
13. The gates assigned by lot
20. The Levites that had charge of the treasures
29. Officers and judges














His relatives through Eliezer included Rehabiah his son
Eliezer was one of the sons of Moses, and his lineage is significant in the context of the Levitical priesthood and the administration of temple duties. Rehabiah, his son, is mentioned as a leader among the Levites, indicating the continuation of Moses' legacy through his descendants. This lineage underscores the importance of family heritage and the fulfillment of God's promises to Moses' family.

Jeshaiah his son
Jeshaiah, the son of Rehabiah, continues the line of Eliezer. The name Jeshaiah means "Yahweh is salvation," which reflects the theological emphasis on God's deliverance and faithfulness. This name is a reminder of the hope and salvation that God provides, a theme that runs throughout the Old Testament and finds its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ.

Joram his son
Joram, also known as Jehoram in some translations, is part of this genealogical record, which highlights the continuity of the Levitical line. The name Joram means "Yahweh is exalted," pointing to the worship and reverence due to God. This reflects the role of the Levites in leading Israel in worship and maintaining the sanctity of the temple.

Zichri his son
Zichri, meaning "memorable" or "renowned," is another link in this chain of descendants. His inclusion in the genealogy emphasizes the importance of each generation in preserving the faith and duties of the Levites. The name suggests a legacy that is remembered and honored, aligning with the biblical theme of God's faithfulness to His covenant people.

and Shelomith his son
Shelomith, meaning "peaceful," concludes this particular genealogical listing. The name reflects the peace and order that the Levites were to maintain in their service to God. This peace is a foreshadowing of the ultimate peace brought by Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace, who fulfills the law and the prophets. The genealogy as a whole demonstrates God's providential care in preserving the line of those who serve Him, pointing to the greater fulfillment in Christ.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Eliezer
A descendant of Moses, Eliezer is the father of Rehabiah. His lineage is significant in the context of the Levitical duties and the heritage of Moses.

2. Rehabiah
The son of Eliezer, Rehabiah is noted for his descendants who were involved in the temple service, highlighting the continuation of the Levitical responsibilities.

3. Jeshaiah
The son of Rehabiah, part of the lineage that served in the temple, emphasizing the generational faithfulness to God's service.

4. Joram
The son of Jeshaiah, continuing the line of those dedicated to temple duties.

5. Zichri
The son of Joram, furthering the legacy of service in the house of the Lord.

6. Shelomith
The son of Zichri, representing the culmination of this particular genealogical line in the context of temple service.
Teaching Points
Generational Faithfulness
The passage highlights the importance of passing down faith and responsibilities through generations. It encourages believers to instill values and a sense of duty to God in their children.

Heritage of Service
The lineage of Eliezer underscores the significance of serving God faithfully. Believers are reminded of the honor and responsibility of serving in their local church and community.

Legacy and Influence
The genealogical record serves as a reminder that our actions and faith can have a lasting impact on future generations. Christians are encouraged to consider the legacy they are leaving behind.

God's Faithfulness
The continuity of service through Eliezer's descendants reflects God's faithfulness in maintaining His covenant with His people. Believers can trust in God's promises and His faithfulness across generations.(25) And his brethren by Eliezer.--And his (Shebuel's) brethren (kinsmen) belonging to (the house of) Eliezer (Moses' second son) were Rehabiah his (Eliezer's) son, and Jeshaiah his (Rehabiah's) son, &c. (Comp. 1Chronicles 23:17.) The object of the verse is to show the extraction of Shelomith or Shelomoth, whose function is defined in 1Chronicles 26:26. Shelomith the Amramite is not to be confused with the Gershomite Shelomith (1Chronicles 23:9), nor with the Izharite (1Chronicles 23:18; 1Chronicles 24:22).



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
His relatives
וְאֶחָ֖יו (wə·’e·ḥāw)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 251: A brother, )

through Eliezer [included]
לֶֽאֱלִיעֶ֑זֶר (le·’ĕ·lî·‘e·zer)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 461: Eliezer -- 'God is help', the name of several Israelites, also of a Damascene

Rehabiah
רְחַבְיָ֨הוּ (rə·ḥaḇ·yā·hū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7345: Rehabiah -- 'Yah has enlarged', grandson of Moses

his son,
בְנ֜וֹ (ḇə·nōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1121: A son

Jeshaiah
וִֽישַׁעְיָ֤הוּ (wî·ša‘·yā·hū)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3470: Isaiah -- 'salvation of Yah', four Israelites

his son,
בְנוֹ֙ (ḇə·nōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1121: A son

Joram
וְיֹרָ֣ם (wə·yō·rām)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3141: Joram

his son,
בְּנ֔וֹ (bə·nōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1121: A son

Zichri
וְזִכְרִ֥י (wə·ziḵ·rî)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2147: Zichri -- the name of several Israelites

his son,
בְנ֖וֹ (ḇə·nōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1121: A son

and Shelomith
וּשְׁלֹמִ֥ית (ū·šə·lō·mîṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8013: Shelomith -- Shelomoth

his son.
בְּנֽוֹ׃ (bə·nōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1121: A son


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