Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels. Jehdeiah the Meronothite was in charge of the donkeys. New Living Translation Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels. Jehdeiah from Meronoth was in charge of the donkeys. English Standard Version Over the camels was Obil the Ishmaelite; and over the donkeys was Jehdeiah the Meronothite. Over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagrite. Berean Standard Bible Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels. Jehdeiah the Meronothite was in charge of the donkeys. King James Bible Over the camels also was Obil the Ishmaelite: and over the asses was Jehdeiah the Meronothite: New King James Version Obil the Ishmaelite was over the camels, Jehdeiah the Meronothite was over the donkeys, New American Standard Bible Obil the Ishmaelite was responsible for the camels; and Jehdeiah the Meronothite was responsible for the donkeys. NASB 1995 Obil the Ishmaelite had charge of the camels; and Jehdeiah the Meronothite had charge of the donkeys. NASB 1977 And Obil the Ishmaelite had charge of the camels; and Jehdeiah the Meronothite had charge of the donkeys. Legacy Standard Bible Obil the Ishmaelite was over the camels; and Jehdeiah the Meronothite was over the donkeys. Amplified Bible Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels; and Jehdeiah the Meronothite was in charge of the donkeys. Christian Standard Bible Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels. Jehdeiah the Meronothite was in charge of the donkeys. Holman Christian Standard Bible Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels. Jehdeiah the Meronothite was in charge of the donkeys. American Standard Version and over the camels was Obil the Ishmaelite: and over the asses was Jehdeiah the Meronothite: and over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagrite. Contemporary English Version Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels, Jehdeiah from Meronoth was in charge of the donkeys, and Jaziz the Hagrite was in charge of the sheep and goats. English Revised Version and over the camels was Obil the Ishmaelite: and over the asses was Jehdeiah the Meronothite: GOD'S WORD® Translation for the camels Obil, a descendant of Ishmael for the donkeys Jehdeiah from Meronoth International Standard Version Obil the Ishmaelite supervised the camels. Jehdeiah the Meronothite supervised the donkeys. Jaziz the Hagrite supervised the flocks. Majority Standard Bible Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels. Jehdeiah the Meronothite was in charge of the donkeys. NET Bible Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels; Jehdeiah the Meronothite was in charge of the donkeys. New Heart English Bible and over the camels was Obil the Ishmaelite: and over the donkeys was Jehdeiah the Meronothite: and over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagrite. Webster's Bible Translation Over the camels also was Obil the Ishmaelite: and over the asses was Jehdeiah the Meronothite: World English Bible Over the camels was Obil the Ishmaelite. Over the donkeys was Jehdeiah the Meronothite. Over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagrite. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand Obil the Ishmaelite [is] over the camels; and Jehdeiah the Meronothite [is] over the donkeys; Young's Literal Translation and over the camels is Obil the Ishmeelite; and over the asses is Jehdeiah the Meronothite; Smith's Literal Translation And over the camels, Obil the Ishmaelite: and over the asses, Jehdeiah the Meronothite: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd over the camels, Ubil an Ishmahelite: and over the asses, Jadias a Meronathite: Catholic Public Domain Version Truly, over the camels was Obil, an Ishmaelite; and over the donkeys was Jehdeiah, a Meronothite. New American Bible over the camels was Obil the Ishmaelite; over the donkeys was Jehdeiah the Meronothite; New Revised Standard Version Over the camels was Obil the Ishmaelite. Over the donkeys was Jehdeiah the Meronothite. Over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagrite. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleOver the camels was Abel the Ishmaelite; and over the asses was Judah the Meronothite; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And over the camels, Abil the Ishmaelite, and over the donkeys, Yehuda the Merathunite. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and over the camels was Obil the Ishmaelite; and over the asses was Jehdeiah the Meronothite; Brenton Septuagint Translation And over the camels was Abias the Ismaelite; and over the asses was Jadias of Merathon. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context David's Various Overseers…29Shitrai the Sharonite was in charge of the herds grazing in Sharon. Shaphat son of Adlai was in charge of the herds in the valleys. 30Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels. Jehdeiah the Meronothite was in charge of the donkeys. 31Jaziz the Hagrite was in charge of the flocks. All these officials were in charge of King David’s property.… Cross References Genesis 24:35 “The LORD has greatly blessed my master, and he has become rich. He has given him sheep and cattle, silver and gold, menservants and maidservants, camels and donkeys. Genesis 26:14 He owned so many flocks and herds and servants that the Philistines envied him. Genesis 13:2 And Abram had become extremely wealthy in livestock and silver and gold. Job 1:3 and he owned 7,000 sheep, 3,000 camels, 500 yoke of oxen, 500 female donkeys, and a very large number of servants. Job was the greatest man of all the people of the East. 1 Kings 4:26 Solomon had 4,000 stalls for his chariot horses and 12,000 horses. 2 Chronicles 9:25 Solomon had 4,000 stalls for horses and chariots, and 12,000 horses, which he stationed in the chariot cities and also with him in Jerusalem. 1 Samuel 8:11-12 He said, “This will be the manner of the king who will reign over you: He will take your sons and appoint them to serve his own chariots and horses, and to run in front of his chariots. / He will appoint some for himself as commanders of thousands and of fifties, and others to plow his ground, to reap his harvest, and to make his weapons of war and equipment for his chariots. 1 Kings 10:26 Solomon accumulated 1,400 chariots and 12,000 horses, which he stationed in the chariot cities and also with him in Jerusalem. 2 Kings 3:4 Now Mesha king of Moab was a sheep breeder, and he would render to the king of Israel a hundred thousand lambs and the wool of a hundred thousand rams. Isaiah 30:6 This is the burden against the beasts of the Negev: Through a land of hardship and distress, of lioness and lion, of viper and flying serpent, they carry their wealth on the backs of donkeys and their treasures on the humps of camels, to a people of no profit to them. Isaiah 60:6-7 Caravans of camels will cover your land, young camels of Midian and Ephah, and all from Sheba will come, bearing gold and frankincense and proclaiming the praises of the LORD. / All the flocks of Kedar will be gathered to you; the rams of Nebaioth will serve you and go up on My altar with acceptance; I will adorn My glorious house. Ezekiel 27:21 Arabia and all the princes of Kedar were your customers, trading in lambs, rams, and goats. Jeremiah 49:28-29 Concerning Kedar and the kingdoms of Hazor, which Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon defeated, this is what the LORD says: “Rise up, advance against Kedar, and destroy the people of the east! / They will take their tents and flocks, their tent curtains and all their goods. They will take their camels for themselves. They will shout to them: ‘Terror is on every side!’ Matthew 21:2-3 saying to them, “Go into the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her colt beside her. Untie them and bring them to Me. / If anyone questions you, tell him that the Lord needs them, and he will send them right away.” Luke 19:30-31 saying, “Go into the village ahead of you, and as you enter it, you will find a colt tied there, on which no one has ever sat. Untie it and bring it here. / If anyone asks, ‘Why are you untying it?’ tell him, ‘The Lord needs it.’” Treasury of Scripture Over the camels also was Obil the Ishmaelite: and over the asses was Jehdeiah the Meronothite: the camels Job 1:3 His substance also was seven thousand sheep, and three thousand camels, and five hundred yoke of oxen, and five hundred she asses, and a very great household; so that this man was the greatest of all the men of the east. the Ishmaelite Genesis 47:6 The land of Egypt is before thee; in the best of the land make thy father and brethren to dwell; in the land of Goshen let them dwell: and if thou knowest any men of activity among them, then make them rulers over my cattle. Jump to Previous Asses Camels Charge Control Donkeys Flocks Hagrite Ishmaelite Ish'maelite Ishmeelite Jaziz Jehdeiah Jehde'iah Meronothite She-AssesJump to Next Asses Camels Charge Control Donkeys Flocks Hagrite Ishmaelite Ish'maelite Ishmeelite Jaziz Jehdeiah Jehde'iah Meronothite She-Asses1 Chronicles 27 1. The twelve captains for each month16. The princes of the twelve tribes 23. The numbering of the people is hindered 25. David's several officers Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels. Obil, identified as an Ishmaelite, indicates a connection to the descendants of Ishmael, Abraham's son with Hagar. The Ishmaelites were known as nomadic traders, often associated with camels, which were essential for trade and transportation across the desert regions. This role highlights the integration of various ethnic groups within Israel's administration, reflecting the broader reach and influence of King David's reign. Camels were valuable assets in ancient economies, used for long-distance travel and trade, symbolizing wealth and resource management. The mention of Obil underscores the importance of camels in the royal economy and the need for skilled oversight. Jehdeiah the Meronothite was in charge of the donkeys. Persons / Places / Events 1. Obil the IshmaeliteObil is identified as an Ishmaelite, indicating his descent from Ishmael, the son of Abraham and Hagar. His role was to oversee the camels, which were essential for transportation and trade in ancient Israel. 2. Jehdeiah the Meronothite Jehdeiah is noted as being from Meronoth, a place not widely known but indicating his regional origin. He was responsible for the donkeys, another crucial asset for transportation and agricultural work. 3. Camels and Donkeys These animals were vital for the economy and daily life in ancient Israel. Camels were used for long-distance travel and trade, while donkeys were used for local transport and agricultural tasks. Teaching Points Stewardship and ResponsibilityObil and Jehdeiah were entrusted with significant responsibilities. This highlights the importance of faithful stewardship in whatever role God places us. Diversity in God's Kingdom The inclusion of an Ishmaelite in a position of responsibility shows that God's work involves people from diverse backgrounds, emphasizing unity in diversity. Value of Humble Tasks Overseeing animals might seem mundane, but it was crucial for the kingdom's functioning. This teaches us that no task is too small in God's eyes. Preparation and Provision The organization of resources, like camels and donkeys, reflects the need for preparation and provision in our lives, trusting God to supply our needs.(30) Over the camels also was Obil the Ishmaelite.--Obil's name means either "owner of camels" or "a good manager of camels," answering exactly to the Arabic 'abil. (Comp. Genesis 37:25; Judges 7:12.) An "Ishmaelite," i.e., an Arab, would be the fittest person for looking after camels. The asses.--The she-asses. (Comp. Genesis 49:14; Judges 5:10; Zechariah 9:9.) . . . Verse 30. - Whether the word Obil (אובִיל), is a proper name or not, it signifies "a tender of camels" by derivation. The task suited the Ishmaelite, no doubt! Nothing is known of the Meronothite, nor of the situation of the place called Meronoth, unless anything may be conjectured from Nehemiah 3:7.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Obilאוֹבִ֖יל (’ō·w·ḇîl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 179: Obil -- overseer of David's camels the Ishmaelite הַיִּשְׁמְעֵלִ֑י (hay·yiš·mə·‘ê·lî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3459: Ishmaelites -- descendant of Ishmael was in charge of וְעַל־ (wə·‘al-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the camels. הַ֨גְּמַלִּ֔ים (hag·gə·mal·lîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1581: A camel Jehdeiah יֶחְדְּיָ֖הוּ (yeḥ·də·yā·hū) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3165: Jehdeiah -- 'may Yah give joy', two Israelites the Meronothite הַמֵּרֹנֹתִֽי׃ (ham·mê·rō·nō·ṯî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4824: Meronothite -- inhabitant of Meronoth was in charge of וְעַל־ (wə·‘al-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the donkeys. הָ֣אֲתֹנ֔וֹת (hā·’ă·ṯō·nō·wṯ) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 860: A female donkey Links 1 Chronicles 27:30 NIV1 Chronicles 27:30 NLT 1 Chronicles 27:30 ESV 1 Chronicles 27:30 NASB 1 Chronicles 27:30 KJV 1 Chronicles 27:30 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 27:30 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 27:30 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 27:30 French Bible 1 Chronicles 27:30 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 27:30 And over the camels was Obil (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |
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