Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Johanan the father of Azariah (it was he who served as priest in the temple Solomon built in Jerusalem), New Living Translation Johanan was the father of Azariah, the high priest at the Temple built by Solomon in Jerusalem. English Standard Version and Johanan fathered Azariah (it was he who served as priest in the house that Solomon built in Jerusalem). Berean Standard Bible Johanan was the father of Azariah, who served as priest in the temple that Solomon built in Jerusalem, Berean Literal Bible and Johanan begat Azariah, he who ministered as priest in the temple that Solomon built in Jerusalem. King James Bible And Johanan begat Azariah, (he it is that executed the priest's office in the temple that Solomon built in Jerusalem:) New King James Version Johanan begot Azariah (it was he who ministered as priest in the temple that Solomon built in Jerusalem); New American Standard Bible Johanan fathered Azariah (it was he who served as the priest in the house which Solomon built in Jerusalem), NASB 1995 and Johanan became the father of Azariah (it was he who served as the priest in the house which Solomon built in Jerusalem), NASB 1977 and Johanan became the father of Azariah (it was he who served as the priest in the house which Solomon built in Jerusalem), Legacy Standard Bible and Johanan became the father of Azariah (it was he who ministered as the priest in the house which Solomon built in Jerusalem), Amplified Bible and Johanan became the father of Azariah (it was he who was priest in the house (temple) which Solomon built in Jerusalem) Berean Annotated Bible Johanan (YHWH has graced) was the father of Azariah (YHWH has helped), who served as priest in the temple that Solomon (peace) built in Jerusalem (city of peace), Christian Standard Bible Johanan fathered Azariah, who served as priest in the temple that Solomon built in Jerusalem; Holman Christian Standard Bible Johanan fathered Azariah, who served as priest in the temple that Solomon built in Jerusalem; American Standard Version and Johanan begat Azariah, (he it is that executed the priest's office in the house that Solomon built in Jerusalem), English Revised Version and Johanan begat Azariah, (he it is that executed the priest's office in the house that Solomon built in Jerusalem:) GOD'S WORD® Translation Johanan was the father of Azariah. (He was the one who served as priest in the temple Solomon built in Jerusalem.) Good News Translation Azariah (the one who served in the Temple which King Solomon built in Jerusalem), International Standard Version and Johanan fathered Azariah, who served as priest in the Temple that Solomon built in Jerusalem. NET Bible Johanan was the father of Azariah, who served as a priest in the temple Solomon built in Jerusalem. New Heart English Bible and Johanan became the father of Azariah, (he it is who executed the priest's office in the house that Solomon built in Jerusalem), Webster's Bible Translation And Johanan begat Azariah, (he it is that executed the priest's office in the temple that Solomon built in Jerusalem:) Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleJohanan was the father of Azariah, who served as priest in the temple that Solomon built in Jerusalem, World English Bible Johanan became the father of Azariah, who executed the priest’s office in the house that Solomon built in Jerusalem. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand Johanan begot Azariah—him who acted as priest in the house that Solomon built in Jerusalem. Berean Literal Bible and Johanan begat Azariah, he who ministered as priest in the temple that Solomon built in Jerusalem. Young's Literal Translation and Johanan begat Azariah, him who acted as priest in the house that Solomon built in Jerusalem. Smith's Literal Translation And Johanan begat Azariah, he who was the priest in the house that Solomon built in Jerusalem: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleJohanan beget Azarias. This is he that executed the priestly office in the house which Solomon built in Jerusalem. Catholic Public Domain Version Johanan conceived Azariah. He is the one who executed the priestly office in the house that Solomon built in Jerusalem. New American Bible Johanan became the father of Azariah, who served as priest in the temple Solomon built in Jerusalem. New Revised Standard Version and Johanan of Azariah (it was he who served as priest in the house that Solomon built in Jerusalem). Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Johanan begat Azariah (it was he who ministered in the priestly office in the temple that Solomon built in Jerusalem), Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Yukhanan begot Azaryah, and Azaryah ministered in the house that Solomon built in Jerusalem. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and Johanan begot Azariah--he it is that executed the priest's office in the house that Solomon built in Jerusalem--: Brenton Septuagint Translation and Joanan begot Azarias: he ministered as priest in the house which Solomon built in Jerusalem. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Descendants of Levi…9Ahimaaz was the father of Azariah, Azariah was the father of Johanan, 10Johanan was the father of Azariah, who served as priest in the temple that Solomon built in Jerusalem, 11Azariah was the father of Amariah, Amariah was the father of Ahitub,… Cross References Johanan was the father of Azariah, Ezra 7:1-5 Many years later, during the reign of Artaxerxes king of Persia, Ezra son of Seraiah, the son of Azariah, the son of Hilkiah, / the son of Shallum, the son of Zadok, the son of Ahitub, / the son of Amariah, the son of Azariah, the son of Meraioth, … 1 Chronicles 9:11-13 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; / and 1,760 of their relatives, the heads of their families, able men for the work of the service of the house of God. 2 Chronicles 31:10 and Azariah, the chief priest of the household of Zadok, answered him, “Since the people began to bring their contributions into the house of the LORD, we have had enough to eat, and there is plenty left over, because the LORD has blessed His people; this great abundance is what is left over.” who served as priest 2 Chronicles 29:11 Now, my sons, do not be negligent, for the LORD has chosen you to stand before Him, to serve Him, to minister before Him, and to burn incense.” Numbers 18:7 But only you and your sons shall attend to your priesthood for everything concerning the altar and what is inside the veil, and you are to perform that service. I am giving you the work of the priesthood as a gift, but any outsider who comes near the sanctuary must be put to death.” 2 Chronicles 26:18 They took their stand against King Uzziah and said, “Uzziah, you have no right to offer incense to the LORD. Only the priests, the descendants of Aaron, are consecrated to burn incense. Leave the sanctuary, for you have acted unfaithfully; you will not receive honor from the LORD God.” in the temple that Solomon built 2 Chronicles 3:1 Then Solomon began to build the house of the LORD in Jerusalem on Mount Moriah, where the LORD had appeared to his father David. This was the place that David had prepared on the threshing floor of Ornan the Jebusite. 1 Kings 6:1 In the four hundred and eightieth year after the Israelites had come out of the land of Egypt, in the fourth year of Solomon’s reign over Israel, in the month of Ziv, the second month, he began to build the house of the LORD. 1 Kings 8:13 I have indeed built You an exalted house, a place for You to dwell forever.” in Jerusalem, 1 Kings 11:36 I will give one tribe to his son, so that My servant David will always have a lamp before Me in Jerusalem, the city where I chose to put My Name. 2 Chronicles 6:6 But now I have chosen Jerusalem for My Name to be there, and I have chosen David to be over My people Israel.’ Zechariah 8:3 This is what the LORD says: “I will return to Zion and dwell in Jerusalem. Then Jerusalem will be called the City of Truth, and the mountain of the LORD of Hosts will be called the Holy Mountain.” 1 Kings 2:35 And the king appointed Benaiah son of Jehoiada in Joab’s place over the army, and he appointed Zadok the priest in Abiathar’s place. 1 Samuel 2:35 Then I will raise up for Myself a faithful priest. He will do whatever is in My heart and mind. And I will build for him an enduring house, and he will walk before My anointed one for all time. 1 Kings 1:8 But Zadok the priest, Benaiah son of Jehoiada, Nathan the prophet, Shimei, Rei, and David’s mighty men would not join Adonijah. 1 Kings 1:32-34 Then King David said, “Call in for me Zadok the priest, Nathan the prophet, and Benaiah son of Jehoiada.” So they came before the king. / “Take my servants with you,” said the king. “Set my son Solomon on my own mule and take him down to Gihon. / There Zadok the priest and Nathan the prophet are to anoint him king over Israel. You are to blow the ram’s horn and declare, ‘Long live King Solomon!’ Treasury of Scripture And Johanan begat Azariah, (he it is that executed the priest's office in the temple that Solomon built in Jerusalem:) A. executed. 2 Chronicles 26:17-20 And Azariah the priest went in after him, and with him fourscore priests of the LORD, that were valiant men: … the temple. 1 Kings 6:1-7:51 And it came to pass in the four hundred and eightieth year after the children of Israel were come out of the land of Egypt, in the fourth year of Solomon's reign over Israel, in the month Zif, which is the second month, that he began to build the house of the LORD… 2 Chronicles 3:4 And the porch that was in the front of the house, the length of it was according to the breadth of the house, twenty cubits, and the height was an hundred and twenty: and he overlaid it within with pure gold. Jump to Previous Acted Azariah Azari'ah Begat Begot Built Executed Exercised House Jerusalem Johanan Joha'nan Office Priest Priesthood Priest's Served Solomon TempleJump to Next Acted Azariah Azari'ah Begat Begot Built Executed Exercised House Jerusalem Johanan Joha'nan Office Priest Priesthood Priest's Served Solomon Temple1 Chronicles 6 1. The sons of Levi.4. The line of Eleazar unto the captivity. 16. The families of Gershom, Kohath, and Merari. 49. The office of Aaron, and his line unto Ahimaaz. 54. The cities of the priests and Levites. Johanan was the father of Azariah This phrase establishes a genealogical link within the Levitical priesthood, emphasizing the hereditary nature of the priestly office. Johanan, though not extensively detailed in other scriptures, is part of the lineage that traces back to Aaron, the first high priest. This lineage underscores the continuity and legitimacy of the priestly line, which was crucial for maintaining religious and social order in Israel. The name Johanan means "Yahweh is gracious," reflecting the theological emphasis on God's grace in the priestly service. who served as priest in the temple that Solomon built in Jerusalem Persons / Places / Events 1. JohananA descendant of Aaron, the high priest, and part of the Levitical priesthood lineage. His role is significant in maintaining the priestly line. 2. Azariah The son of Johanan, who served as a priest in the temple built by Solomon. His service in the temple highlights the continuation of the priestly duties and the importance of the temple in Israelite worship. 3. Solomon's Temple The first temple in Jerusalem, built by King Solomon, which served as the central place of worship for the Israelites. It was a symbol of God's presence among His people. 4. Jerusalem The city chosen by God as the place for His name to dwell, and the location of the temple. It holds a central place in biblical history and prophecy. 5. Priestly Service The duties performed by the priests in the temple, which included offering sacrifices, maintaining the temple, and leading the people in worship. Teaching Points The Importance of Lineage and LegacyThe genealogies in Chronicles remind us of the importance of spiritual heritage and the responsibility to pass down faith to future generations. The Role of the Priesthood The priesthood in the Old Testament was a foreshadowing of Christ's ultimate priesthood. As believers, we are called to be a "royal priesthood" (1 Peter 2:9), serving God and others. The Significance of the Temple The temple was central to Israelite worship, symbolizing God's presence. Today, believers are the temple of the Holy Spirit, called to live lives that reflect God's holiness. Faithfulness in Service Azariah's service in the temple is a reminder of the importance of faithfulness in our duties, whether in ministry or daily life. God's Sovereign Choice of Place Jerusalem was chosen by God as the place for His temple. This reminds us of God's sovereignty in choosing where and how He reveals Himself. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 6:10?2. How does 1 Chronicles 6:10 emphasize the importance of priestly lineage today? 3. What can we learn about God's faithfulness from 1 Chronicles 6:10? 4. How does 1 Chronicles 6:10 connect to Jesus' priestly role in Hebrews? 5. In what ways can we honor our spiritual heritage as seen in 1 Chronicles 6:10? 6. How does understanding priestly duties in 1 Chronicles 6:10 impact our church service? 7. What is the significance of Azariah's priesthood in 1 Chronicles 6:10? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 6:10 relate to the lineage of priests? 9. Why is the genealogy in 1 Chronicles 6:10 important for understanding biblical history? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 6? 11. Why do 1 Chronicles 19 and 2 Samuel 10 present slight variations in numbers and details of the battles, and which version is more historically accurate? 12. 2 Chronicles 6:18: If the heavens cannot contain God, how can a physical building house His presence, and does this contradict other scriptures affirming God's omnipresence? 13. (2 Chronicles 10:6-8) Why would Rehoboam ignore experienced elders' counsel, despite the text indicating he had access to wisdom? 14. Why does the text (Song of Solomon 3:6-7) describe Solomon's procession with such grandeur, given the lack of archaeological evidence for this specific event? What Does 1 Chronicles 6:10 Mean Johanan was the father• By recording that “Johanan was the father,” the Chronicler anchors the priestly line in real history, tying this name to the earlier list in 1 Chronicles 6:9 and continuing the line that began with Aaron (Numbers 18:7). • Genealogies in Scripture are never filler; they safeguard the covenant promise that a faithful priesthood would endure (1 Samuel 2:35; 1 Chronicles 6:50). • Just as Ezra later traced his own pedigree back through Zadok (Ezra 7:1–5), this brief statement underlines the accuracy and reliability of God’s record of lineage. of Azariah • “Azariah” appears often among priestly names (see 1 Kings 4:2; 2 Chronicles 26:17), and here identifies the specific descendant who will minister in Solomon’s Temple. • The name itself, repeatedly used for priests and kings, reminds readers that the Lord is the true source of help behind every human servant (Psalm 121:2). • By singling out this Azariah, Scripture highlights how God raises up the right leader for each generation (1 Chronicles 6:11). who served as priest • Service, not status, marks the calling: “For the lips of a priest should preserve knowledge” (Malachi 2:7). • Azariah’s ministry followed the same pattern given to Aaron—offering sacrifices, teaching the Law, and blessing the people (Exodus 29:44; 1 Chronicles 6:49). • His vocation foreshadows the perfect priesthood of Christ, “appointed to act on behalf of men in matters relating to God” (Hebrews 5:1). in the temple • The Chronicler’s audience, fresh from exile, needed the reminder that true worship centers on God’s chosen house (Psalm 65:4). • Azariah’s daily duties—lighting lamps, burning incense, presenting offerings—kept Israel’s focus on the LORD who said, “My Name shall be there” (1 Kings 8:29). • The temple provided a visible sign of God’s dwelling with His people (1 Chronicles 23:28-32). that Solomon built in Jerusalem • Solomon’s Temple stood as the fulfillment of God’s promise to David (1 Chronicles 22:6-10; 2 Samuel 7:13) and was completed “in the eleventh year… so he finished it in all its details” (1 Kings 6:38). • Its location on Mount Moriah (2 Chronicles 3:1) tied the nation’s worship back to Abraham’s faith (Genesis 22:14) and forward to the greater sacrifice yet to come (John 1:29). • By linking Azariah to that specific structure, the text roots priestly ministry in a concrete time and place—Jerusalem, the city God chose “for My Name to dwell” (1 Kings 11:36). summary 1 Chronicles 6:10 is far more than a passing genealogical note. In one sentence it affirms the unbroken priestly line (Johanan to Azariah), highlights a servant who faithfully ministered, and situates that service in Solomon’s glorious Temple at Jerusalem. The verse assures us that God preserves both His people and His promises, providing trustworthy leaders at every step of redemptive history. Verse 10. - Of Johanan and Azariah, his son, nothing can be found with any certainty. It is presumable that they were priests in the reigns of Abijah and Asa.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Johananוְיוֹחָנָ֖ן (wə·yō·w·ḥā·nān) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3110: Jochanan was the father of הוֹלִ֣יד (hō·w·lîḏ) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage Azariah עֲזַרְיָ֑ה (‘ă·zar·yāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5838: Azariah -- 'Yah has helped', the name of a number of Israelites ( ה֚וּא (hū) Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are who אֲשֶׁ֣ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that served as priest כִּהֵ֔ן (ki·hên) Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3547: To officiate as a, priest, to put on regalia in the temple בַּבַּ֕יִת (bab·ba·yiṯ) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1004: A house that אֲשֶׁר־ (’ă·šer-) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that Solomon שְׁלֹמֹ֖ה (šə·lō·mōh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8010: Solomon -- David's son and successor to his throne built בָּנָ֥ה (bā·nāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1129: To build in Jerusalem), בִּירוּשָׁלִָֽם׃ (bî·rū·šā·lim) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel Links 1 Chronicles 6:10 NIV1 Chronicles 6:10 NLT 1 Chronicles 6:10 ESV 1 Chronicles 6:10 NASB 1 Chronicles 6:10 KJV 1 Chronicles 6:10 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 6:10 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 6:10 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 6:10 French Bible 1 Chronicles 6:10 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 6:10 And Johanan became the father of Azariah (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |
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