1 Chronicles 27:22
New International Version
over Dan: Azarel son of Jeroham. These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel.

New Living Translation
Dan Azarel son of Jeroham These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel.

English Standard Version
for Dan, Azarel the son of Jeroham. These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel.

Berean Standard Bible
and over Dan was Azarel son of Jeroham. These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel.

King James Bible
Of Dan, Azareel the son of Jeroham. These were the princes of the tribes of Israel.

New King James Version
over Dan, Azarel the son of Jeroham. These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel.

New American Standard Bible
for Dan, Azarel the son of Jeroham. These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel.

NASB 1995
for Dan, Azarel the son of Jeroham. These were the princes of the tribes of Israel.

NASB 1977
for Dan, Azarel the son of Jeroham. These were the princes of the tribes of Israel.

Legacy Standard Bible
for Dan, Azarel the son of Jeroham. These were the princes of the tribes of Israel.

Amplified Bible
of Dan, Azarel the son of Jeroham. These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel.

Christian Standard Bible
for Dan, Azarel son of Jeroham. Those were the leaders of the tribes of Israel.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
for Dan, Azarel son of Jeroham. Those were the leaders of the tribes of Israel.

American Standard Version
of Dan, Azarel the son of Jeroham. These were the captains of the tribes of Israel.

English Revised Version
of Dan, Azarel the son of Jeroham. These were the captains of the tribes of Israel.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
for the tribe of Dan Azarel, son of Jeroham These were the commanders of Israel's tribes.

International Standard Version
for Dan, there was Jeroham's son Azarel. These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel.

Majority Standard Bible
and over Dan was Azarel son of Jeroham. These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel.

NET Bible
Azarel son of Jeroham led Dan. These were the commanders of the Israelite tribes.

New Heart English Bible
of Dan, Azarel the son of Jeroham. These were the captains of the tribes of Israel.

Webster's Bible Translation
Of Dan, Azareel the son of Jeroham. These were the princes of the tribes of Israel.

World English Bible
of Dan, Azarel the son of Jeroham. These were the captains of the tribes of Israel.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
These [are the] heads of the tribes of Israel.

Young's Literal Translation
these are heads of the tribes of Israel.

Smith's Literal Translation
To Dan: Azriel son of Jeroham. These the chiefs of the tribes of Israel.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And over Dan, Ezrihel the son of Jeroham: these were the princes of the children of Israel.

Catholic Public Domain Version
yet truly, Azarel, the son of Jeroham, was over Dan. These were the leaders of the sons of Israel.

New American Bible
for Dan, Azarel, son of Jeroham. These were the commanders of the tribes of Israel.

New Revised Standard Version
for Dan, Azarel son of Jeroham. These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Of Dan, Azariel the son of Jeroham. These were the princes of the tribes of Israel.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
For Dan, Azrayl, son of Yarkhum. These are the Princes of the tribes of Israel.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
of Dan, Azarel the son of Jeroham. These were the captains of the tribes of Israel.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
for Dan, Azariel the son of Iroab: these are the chiefs of the tribes of Israel.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Leaders of the Twelve Tribes
21over the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead was Iddo son of Zechariah; over Benjamin was Jaasiel son of Abner; 22and over Dan was Azarel son of Jeroham. These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel. 23David did not count the men aged twenty or under, because the LORD had said that He would make Israel as numerous as the stars of the sky.…

Cross References
Numbers 1:1-4
On the first day of the second month of the second year after the Israelites had come out of the land of Egypt, the LORD spoke to Moses in the Tent of Meeting in the Wilderness of Sinai. He said: / “Take a census of the whole congregation of Israel by their clans and families, listing every man by name, one by one. / You and Aaron are to number those who are twenty years of age or older by their divisions—everyone who can serve in Israel’s army. ...

Numbers 26:1-4
After the plague had ended, the LORD said to Moses and Eleazar son of Aaron the priest, / “Take a census of the whole congregation of Israel by the houses of their fathers—all those twenty years of age or older who can serve in the army of Israel.” / So on the plains of Moab by the Jordan, across from Jericho, Moses and Eleazar the priest issued the instruction, ...

2 Samuel 24:1-9
Again the anger of the LORD burned against Israel, and He stirred up David against them, saying, “Go and take a census of Israel and Judah.” / So the king said to Joab the commander of his army, who was with him, “Go now throughout the tribes of Israel from Dan to Beersheba and register the troops, so that I may know their number.” / But Joab replied to the king, “May the LORD your God multiply the troops a hundred times over, and may the eyes of my lord the king see it. But why does my lord the king want to do such a thing?” ...

1 Chronicles 21:1-6
Then Satan rose up against Israel and incited David to take a census of Israel. / So David said to Joab and the commanders of the troops, “Go and count the Israelites from Beersheba to Dan and bring me a report, so that I may know their number.” / But Joab replied, “May the LORD multiply His troops a hundred times over. My lord the king, are they not all servants of my lord? Why does my lord want to do this? Why should he bring guilt on Israel?” ...

1 Chronicles 23:1-2
When David was old and full of years, he installed his son Solomon as king over Israel. / Then he gathered all the leaders of Israel, as well as the priests and Levites.

1 Chronicles 24:1-5
These were the divisions of the descendants of Aaron. The sons of Aaron were Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. / But Nadab and Abihu died before their father did, and they had no sons; so Eleazar and Ithamar served as priests. / With the help of Eleazar’s descendant Zadok and Ithamar’s descendant Ahimelech, David divided them according to the offices of their service. ...

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 26:1-5
These were the divisions of the gatekeepers: From the Korahites: Meshelemiah son of Kore, one of the sons of Asaph. / Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, / Elam the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, and Eliehoenai the seventh. ...

1 Chronicles 28:1
Now David summoned all the leaders of Israel to Jerusalem: the leaders of the tribes, the leaders of the divisions in the king’s service, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officials in charge of all the property and cattle of the king and his sons, along with the court officials and mighty men—every mighty man of valor.

1 Kings 4:1-7
So King Solomon ruled over Israel, / and these were his chief officials: Azariah son of Zadok was the priest; / Elihoreph and Ahijah, the sons of Shisha, were secretaries; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; ...

2 Chronicles 17:12-19
Jehoshaphat grew stronger and stronger, and he built fortresses and store cities in Judah / and kept vast supplies in the cities of Judah. He also had warriors in Jerusalem who were mighty men of valor. / These are their numbers according to the houses of their fathers: From Judah, the commanders of thousands: Adnah the commander, and with him 300,000 mighty men of valor; ...

2 Chronicles 26:11-15
Uzziah had an army ready for battle that went out to war by assigned divisions, as recorded by Jeiel the scribe and Maaseiah the officer under the direction of Hananiah, one of the royal officers. / The total number of family leaders of the mighty men of valor was 2,600. / Under their authority was an army of 307,500 trained for war, a powerful force to support the king against his enemies. ...

Nehemiah 11:1-2
Now the leaders of the people settled in Jerusalem, and the rest of the people cast lots to bring one out of ten to live in the holy city of Jerusalem, while the remaining nine were to dwell in their own towns. / And the people blessed all the men who volunteered to live in Jerusalem.

Romans 12:4-8
Just as each of us has one body with many members, and not all members have the same function, / so in Christ we who are many are one body, and each member belongs to one another. / 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; ...

1 Corinthians 12:4-11
There are different gifts, but the same Spirit. / There are different ministries, but the same Lord. / There are different ways of working, but the same God works all things in all people. ...


Treasury of Scripture

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and over Dan was Azarel son of Jeroham.
Azarel, whose name means "God has helped," is identified as the leader over the tribe of Dan. The tribe of Dan was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Dan, the fifth son of Jacob and Bilhah. Historically, the tribe of Dan was known for its struggles with idolatry, as seen in Judges 18, where they set up a carved image. Azarel's leadership role signifies a position of responsibility and authority within the tribal structure. The mention of his father, Jeroham, provides a genealogical link, emphasizing the importance of lineage and heritage in Israelite society. This reflects the broader biblical theme of God's providence and the continuity of His promises through generations.

These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel.
This phrase highlights the organizational structure of the Israelite nation during the time of King David. The leaders, or chiefs, of the tribes were responsible for governance, military organization, and maintaining order within their respective tribes. This system of tribal leadership is rooted in the patriarchal traditions established by the twelve sons of Jacob, each representing a tribe. The role of these leaders was crucial in unifying the nation and ensuring adherence to the covenant with God. This structure also foreshadows the New Testament concept of the body of Christ, where different members have distinct roles but work together for the common good, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Azarel
Azarel is identified as the leader over the tribe of Dan. His name means "God has helped," which reflects a common theme in the Bible of divine assistance and favor.

2. Jeroham
The father of Azarel, Jeroham's name means "may he be compassionate," indicating a lineage that values divine compassion and mercy.

3. Dan
One of the twelve tribes of Israel, Dan was the fifth son of Jacob and Bilhah. The tribe of Dan is often associated with judgment and strength.

4. Tribes of Israel
The twelve tribes represent the descendants of the twelve sons of Jacob. Each tribe had its own leader, as listed in this chapter, which highlights the organization and governance of the nation of Israel.

5. Leaders of the Tribes
This passage is part of a larger section detailing the military and administrative organization of Israel under King David, emphasizing the importance of leadership and order.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Godly Leadership
Leadership in the Bible is often tied to divine calling and purpose. Azarel's role as a leader over Dan reminds us of the importance of seeking God's guidance in leadership positions.

Heritage and Legacy
The mention of Azarel as the son of Jeroham highlights the significance of family heritage and the spiritual legacy we leave for future generations.

Organizational Structure in God's Kingdom
The detailed listing of tribal leaders underscores the value of order and structure within the community of believers, reflecting God's nature of orderliness.

Divine Assistance in Leadership
Azarel's name, meaning "God has helped," serves as a reminder that effective leadership relies on God's help and guidance.

Unity Among Diversity
The tribes of Israel, each with its own leader, illustrate the unity that can exist amidst diversity, a principle applicable to the body of Christ today.(22) Of Dan.--Dan and Zebulun, omitted in the tribal registers of 1 Chronicles 4-7, are both mentioned in the present list. On the other hand, Gad and Asher are unnoticed here; why, we cannot say. The total--"twelve"--is made by counting Manasseh as two and Joseph as three tribes. The order of the first six names is that of Genesis 35:23. Why Dan is mentioned last is not clear: some have thought it indicates the chronicler's reprobation of the idolatry of the tribe (1Kings 12:29-30; comp. Judges 18:30; Amos 8:14); but he has probably kept the order of his source.

These were the princes.--The same word as "captains" in the former list (s?rim).

Verse 22. - These thirteen princes of the tribes of Israel were presumably in each case those who represented the tribe according to lineal descent in David's time. Though Gad and Asher are left out, the thirteen are filled up by the allowance of two for Levi, viz. one for the Levites and one for the priests; and three for Joseph, viz. one for Ephraim and two for the divided tribe of Manasseh.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
[and] over Dan
לְדָ֕ן (lə·ḏān)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1835: Dan -- 'judge', a son of Jacob, also a place in Northern Israel

[was] Azarel
עֲזַרְאֵ֖ל (‘ă·zar·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5832: Azarel -- 'God has helped', the name of several Israelites

son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Jeroham.
יְרֹחָ֑ם (yə·rō·ḥām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3395: Jeroham -- 'may He be compassionate', the name of several Israelites

These [were]
אֵ֕לֶּה (’êl·leh)
Pronoun - common plural
Strong's 428: These, those

the leaders
שָׂרֵ֖י (śā·rê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince

of the tribes
שִׁבְטֵ֥י (šiḇ·ṭê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 7626: Rod, staff, club, scepter, tribe

of Israel.
יִשְׂרָאֵֽל׃ (yiś·rā·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc


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