1 Chronicles 6:34
New International Version
the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,

New Living Translation
Elkanah, Jeroham, Eliel, Toah,

English Standard Version
son of Elkanah, son of Jeroham, son of Eliel, son of Toah,

Berean Standard Bible
the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,

Berean Literal Bible
son of Elkanah, son of Jeroham, son of Eliel, son of Toah,

King James Bible
The son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,

New King James Version
the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,

New American Standard Bible
the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,

NASB 1995
the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,

NASB 1977
the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,

Legacy Standard Bible
the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,

Amplified Bible
the son of Elkanah [III], the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,

Berean Annotated Bible
the son of Elkanah (God has possessed), the son of Jeroham (showing pity), the son of Eliel (Eliab), the son of Toah (lowly),

Christian Standard Bible
son of Elkanah, son of Jeroham, son of Eliel, son of Toah,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
son of Elkanah, son of Jeroham, son of Eliel, son of Toah,

American Standard Version
the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,

English Revised Version
the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
who was the son of Elkanah, who was the son of Jeroham, who was the son of Eliel, who was the son of Toah,

Good News Translation
Elkanah, Jeroham, Eliel, Toah,

International Standard Version
who had been fathered by Elkanah, who had been fathered by Jeroham, who had been fathered by Eliel, who had been fathered by Toah,

NET Bible
son of Elkanah, son of Jeroham, son of Eliel, son of Toah,

New Heart English Bible
the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,

Webster's Bible Translation
The son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,

World English Bible
the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
son of Elkanah, son of Jeroham, son of Eliel, son of Toah,

Berean Literal Bible
son of Elkanah, son of Jeroham, son of Eliel, son of Toah,

Young's Literal Translation
son of Elkanah, son of Jeroham, son of Eliel, son of Toah,

Smith's Literal Translation
Son of Elkanah, son of Jeroham, son of Eliel, son of Toah,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The son of Elcana, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Thohu,

Catholic Public Domain Version
the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,

New American Bible
son of Elkanah, son of Jeroham, son of Eliel, son of Toah,

New Revised Standard Version
son of Elkanah, son of Jeroham, son of Eliel, son of Toah,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The son of Hilkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Taho,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Son of Halqanah, son of Yarkhum, son of Eliel, son of Takhu
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
the son of Helcana, the son of Jeroboam, the son of Eliel, the son of Thoas,

Additional Translations ...



Context
The Temple Musicians
33These are the men who served, together with their sons. From the Kohathites: Heman the singer, the son of Joel, the son of Samuel, 34the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah, 35the son of Zuph, the son of Elkanah, the son of Mahath, the son of Amasai,…

Cross References
the son of Elkanah,

1 Samuel 1:19
The next morning they got up early to bow in worship before the LORD, and then they returned home to Ramah. And Elkanah had relations with his wife Hannah, and the LORD remembered her.

1 Samuel 2:11
Then Elkanah went home to Ramah, but the boy began ministering to the LORD before Eli the priest.

1 Chronicles 9:16
Obadiah son of Shemaiah, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun; and Berechiah son of Asa, the son of Elkanah, who lived in the villages of the Netophathites.
the son of Jeroham,

1 Chronicles 9:12
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;

1 Chronicles 12:7
and Joelah and Zebadiah, the sons of Jeroham from Gedor.

1 Chronicles 27:22
and over Dan was Azarel son of Jeroham. These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel.
the son of Eliel,

1 Chronicles 8:20
Elienai, Zillethai, Eliel,

1 Chronicles 12:11
Attai the sixth, Eliel the seventh,

1 Chronicles 5:24
These were the heads of their families: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel. They were mighty men of valor, famous men, and heads of their families.
the son of Toah,

1 Samuel 1:1
Now there was a man named Elkanah who was from Ramathaim-zophim in the hill country of Ephraim. He was the son of Jeroham, the son of Elihu, the son of Tohu, the son of Zuph, an Ephraimite.

1 Samuel 1:3
Year after year Elkanah would go up from his city to worship and sacrifice to the LORD of Hosts at Shiloh, where Eli’s two sons, Hophni and Phinehas, were priests to the LORD.

1 Samuel 1:4
And whenever the day came for Elkanah to present his sacrifice, he would give portions to his wife Peninnah and to all her sons and daughters.
1 Samuel 16:18
One of the servants answered, “I have seen a son of Jesse of Bethlehem who knows how to play the harp. He is a mighty man of valor, a warrior, eloquent and handsome, and the LORD is with him.”

1 Samuel 16:23
And whenever the spirit from God came upon Saul, David would pick up his harp and play. Then Saul would find relief and feel better, and the spirit of distress would depart from him.

1 Samuel 17:12-15
Now David was the son of a man named Jesse, an Ephrathite from Bethlehem of Judah who had eight sons. And in the days of Saul, Jesse was old and well along in years. / The three older sons of Jesse had followed Saul into battle: The firstborn was Eliab, the second was Abinadab, and the third was Shammah. / And David was the youngest. The three oldest had followed Saul, …

1 Samuel 18:10
The next day a spirit of distress sent from God came upon Saul, and he prophesied inside the house while David played the harp as usual. Now Saul was holding a spear,


Treasury of Scripture

The son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,

Elkanah.

Exodus 6:24
And the sons of Korah; Assir, and Elkanah, and Abiasaph: these are the families of the Korhites.

Jeroham.

1 Samuel 1:1
Now there was a certain man of Ramathaimzophim, of mount Ephraim, and his name was Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Elihu, the son of Tohu, the son of Zuph, an Ephrathite:

Eliel.

1 Chronicles 6:27
Eliab his son, Jeroham his son, Elkanah his son.

Eliab.

1 Chronicles 8:20
And Elienai, and Zilthai, and Eliel,

Toah.

1 Chronicles 6:26
As for Elkanah: the sons of Elkanah; Zophai his son, and Nahath his son,

Nahath.

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1 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.












the son of Elkanah,

Elkanah was the father of Samuel and belonged to the Kohathite branch of the Levites. His family lived in the hill country of Ephraim while retaining its Levitical identity and responsibilities.

1Sa 1:19 The next morning they got up early to bow in worship…
1Sa 2:11 Then Elkanah went home to Ramah, but the boy began…
1Ch 9:16 Obadiah son of Shemaiah, the son of Galal…

the son of Jeroham,

Jeroham stands within the ancestral line that established Samuel’s connection to the tribe set apart for service at the sanctuary.

1Ch 9:12 Adaiah son of Jeroham, the son of Pashhur,…
1Ch 12:7 and Joelah and Zebadiah, the sons of Jeroham from Gedor.
1Ch 27:22 and over Dan was Azarel son of Jeroham.…

the son of Eliel,

Eliel, whose name means “My God is God,” preserved the family line through which the Levite Samuel would be raised for a decisive role in Israel’s transition from the period of the judges to the monarchy.

1Ch 8:20 Elienai, Zillethai, Eliel,
1Ch 12:11 Attai the sixth, Eliel the seventh,
1Ch 5:24 These were the heads of their families: Epher, Ishi…

the son of Toah,

Toah, also called Tohu, links this household to earlier generations of Kohathites, showing that Samuel’s ministry arose from an established Levitical lineage.

1Sa 1:1 Now there was a man named Elkanah who was from…
1Sa 1:3 Year after year Elkanah would go up from his city…
1Sa 1:4 And whenever the day came for Elkanah to present…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Elkanah
A significant figure in the lineage of the Levites, Elkanah is also known as the father of the prophet Samuel, who played a crucial role in the transition from the period of the judges to the establishment of the monarchy in Israel.

2. Jeroham
An ancestor in the Levitical line, Jeroham is part of the genealogy that underscores the importance of priestly heritage and service in the temple.

3. Eliel
Another ancestor in the Levitical line, Eliel's mention highlights the continuity and faithfulness of the Levitical service through generations.

4. Toah
Also known as Tohu in some translations, Toah is part of the genealogical record that traces the lineage of the Levites, emphasizing the importance of heritage in the service of God.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Heritage and Legacy
The genealogies in 1 Chronicles remind us of the importance of spiritual heritage. As believers, we are called to pass down our faith and values to the next generation, ensuring a legacy of faithfulness.

Faithfulness in Service
The Levites were set apart for service to God. This calls us to examine our own lives and consider how we are serving God and His people. Are we faithful in the roles and responsibilities He has given us?

God's Sovereignty in History
The detailed genealogies show God's hand in history, orchestrating events and people for His purposes. We can trust that God is sovereign over our lives and the world, working all things for His glory.

The Role of Family in Spiritual Growth
The family lineage of the Levites underscores the role of family in nurturing spiritual growth. Families are encouraged to cultivate an environment where faith is taught, lived, and cherished.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 6:34?

2. How does 1 Chronicles 6:34 highlight the importance of worship in our lives?

3. What role did Heman play in the worship practices of ancient Israel?

4. How can we incorporate Heman's dedication to worship into our daily routines?

5. In what ways does Heman's lineage emphasize the significance of spiritual heritage?

6. How does 1 Chronicles 6:34 connect to the broader theme of worship in Scripture?

7. What is the significance of Heman in 1 Chronicles 6:34 within biblical history?

8. How does 1 Chronicles 6:34 contribute to understanding the Levitical priesthood?

9. Why is the genealogy in 1 Chronicles 6:34 important for biblical lineage?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 6?


1 Chronicles 6:34 is more than a roll call of names. It traces a straight, reliable line from Toah to Eliel, to Jeroham, to Elkanah, and finally to Samuel and Heman. Each link testifies that God faithfully preserves families, prepares servants long before their public ministry, and values every generation’s contribution to His worship.

Parallel Commentaries ...


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

of Elkanah,
אֶלְקָנָה֙ (’el·qā·nāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 511: Elkanah -- 'God has created', the name of several Israelites

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

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

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

of Eliel,
אֱלִיאֵ֖ל (’ĕ·lî·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 447: Eliel -- 'my God is God', the name of several Israelites

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

of Toah,
תּֽוֹחַ׃ (tō·w·aḥ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8430: Toah -- an ancestor of Samuel


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