1 Chronicles 6:51
New International Version
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

New Living Translation
Bukki, Uzzi, Zerahiah,

English Standard Version
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

Berean Standard Bible
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

Berean Literal Bible
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

King James Bible
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

New King James Version
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

New American Standard Bible
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

NASB 1995
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

NASB 1977
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

Legacy Standard Bible
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

Amplified Bible
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

Berean Annotated Bible
Bukki (wasting) his son, Uzzi (strong) his son, Zerahiah (YHWH has risen) his son,

Christian Standard Bible
his son Bukki, his son Uzzi, his son Zerahiah,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
his son Bukki, his son Uzzi, his son Zerahiah,

American Standard Version
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

English Revised Version
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Abishua's son was Bukki. Bukki's son was Uzzi. Uzzi's son was Zerahiah.

Good News Translation
Bukki, Uzzi, Zerahiah,

International Standard Version
his son Bukki, his son Uzzi, his son Zerahiah,

NET Bible
his son Bukki, his son Uzzi, his son Zerahiah,

New Heart English Bible
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

Webster's Bible Translation
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

World English Bible
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

Berean Literal Bible
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

Young's Literal Translation
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

Smith's Literal Translation
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Bocci his son, Ozi his son, Zarahia his son,

Catholic Public Domain Version
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

New American Bible
whose son was Bukki, whose son was Uzzi, whose son was Zerahiah,

New Revised Standard Version
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Bakki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Baqi his son, Azi his son, Zerakhyah his son
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Bokki his son, Ozi his son, Saraia his son,

Additional Translations ...



Context
The Descendants of Aaron
50These were the descendants of Aaron: Eleazar his son, Phinehas his son, Abishua his son, 51Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son, 52Meraioth his son, Amariah his son, Ahitub his son,…

Cross References
Bukki his son,

Ezra 7:4
the son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki,

Numbers 25:10-13
Then the LORD said to Moses, / “Phinehas son of Eleazar, the son of Aaron the priest, has turned My wrath away from the Israelites; for he was zealous for My sake among them, so that I did not consume the Israelites in My zeal. / Declare, therefore, that I am granting him My covenant of peace. …

1 Chronicles 24:1-3
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.
Uzzi his son,

Nehemiah 11:22
Now the overseer of the Levites in Jerusalem was Uzzi son of Bani, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Mica. He was one of Asaph’s descendants, who were the singers in charge of the service of the house of God.

Numbers 18:1-7
So the LORD said to Aaron, “You and your sons and your father’s house must bear the iniquity involving the sanctuary. And you and your sons alone must bear the iniquity involving your priesthood. / But bring with you also your brothers from the tribe of Levi, the tribe of your father, that they may join you and assist you and your sons before the Tent of the Testimony. / And they shall attend to your duties and to all the duties of the Tent; but they must not come near to the furnishings of the sanctuary or the altar, or both they and you will die. …

Exodus 28:1
“Next, have your brother Aaron brought to you from among the Israelites, along with his sons Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar, to serve Me as priests.
Zerahiah his son,

Ezra 8:4
from the descendants of Pahath-Moab, Eliehoenai son of Zerahiah, and with him 200 men;

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, …

Malachi 2:4-7
Then you will know that I have sent you this commandment so that My covenant with Levi may continue,” says the LORD of Hosts. / “My covenant with him was one of life and peace, which I gave to him; it called for reverence, and he revered Me and stood in awe of My name. / True instruction was in his mouth, and nothing false was found on his lips. He walked with Me in peace and uprightness, and he turned many from iniquity. …
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.

2 Chronicles 5:12-14
all the Levitical singers—Asaph, Heman, Jeduthun, and their sons and relatives—stood on the east side of the altar, dressed in fine linen and playing cymbals, harps, and lyres, accompanied by 120 priests sounding trumpets. / The trumpeters and singers joined together to praise and thank the LORD with one voice. They lifted up their voices, accompanied by trumpets, cymbals, and musical instruments, in praise to the LORD: “For He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.” And the temple, the house of the LORD, was filled with a cloud / so that the priests could not stand there to minister because of the cloud. For the glory of the LORD filled the house of God.

Numbers 3:5-10
Then the LORD said to Moses, / “Bring the tribe of Levi and present them to Aaron the priest to assist him. / They are to perform duties for him and for the whole congregation before the Tent of Meeting, attending to the service of the tabernacle. …

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.

Hebrews 7:11-17
Now if perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood (for on this basis the people received the law), why was there still need for another priest to appear—one in the order of Melchizedek and not in the order of Aaron? / For when the priesthood is changed, the law must be changed as well. / He of whom these things are said belonged to a different tribe, from which no one has ever served at the altar. …

1 Peter 2:9
But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.

Revelation 1:6
who has made us to be a kingdom, priests to His God and Father—to Him be the glory and power forever and ever! Amen.


Treasury of Scripture

Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

Bukki.

1 Chronicles 6:5
And Abishua begat Bukki, and Bukki begat Uzzi,

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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.












Bukki his son,

Bukki, whose name means “wasting” or “emptying,” stood in the hereditary line of Aaron’s priesthood, preserving the family through whom Israel’s sacrifices and worship were to be administered.

Ezr 7:4 the son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki,
Num 25:10-13 Then the LORD said to Moses,…
1Ch 24:1-3 These were the divisions of the descendants of Aaron…

Uzzi his son,

Uzzi, meaning “my strength,” succeeded within that priestly descent, marking another generation entrusted with the duties and privileges given to Aaron’s house.

Neh 11:22 Now the overseer of the Levites in Jerusalem was Uzzi…
Num 18:1-7 So the LORD said to Aaron, “You and your sons…
Exo 28:1 “Next, have your brother Aaron brought to you…

Zerahiah his son,

Zerahiah, meaning “the Lord has risen,” continued the line leading to Israel’s high-priestly ministry, recording God’s faithful preservation of the priesthood through successive generations.

Ezr 8:4 from the descendants of Pahath-Moab, Eliehoenai…
Ezr 7:1-5 Many years later, during the reign of Artaxerxes,…
Mal 2:4-7 Then you will know that I have sent you this commandment…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Bukki
A descendant of Aaron, Bukki is part of the priestly lineage. His name means "wasting" or "emptying," and he is noted in the genealogies as a link in the chain of priestly succession.

2. Uzzi
The son of Bukki, Uzzi continues the priestly line. His name means "my strength" or "strong," indicating perhaps a role of leadership or resilience within the priestly duties.

3. Zerahiah
The son of Uzzi, Zerahiah's name means "Yahweh has risen" or "Yahweh shines," reflecting a divine connection and the importance of the priestly role in maintaining the spiritual light of Israel.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Lineage in God's Plan
The genealogies in 1 Chronicles highlight the importance of lineage in maintaining the continuity of God's covenant with Israel. This underscores the value of heritage and faithfulness in our own spiritual lives.

Priestly Roles and Responsibilities
The priestly line, as seen in Bukki, Uzzi, and Zerahiah, reminds us of the responsibilities of spiritual leadership. As believers, we are called to be a "royal priesthood," serving God and others with integrity and dedication.

God's Faithfulness Through Generations
The continuation of the priestly line demonstrates God's faithfulness to His promises. We can trust that God remains faithful to His promises in our lives, regardless of the passage of time.

Spiritual Strength and Leadership
Uzzi's name, meaning "my strength," encourages us to rely on God's strength in our roles as leaders, whether in our families, churches, or communities.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 6:51?

2. How does 1 Chronicles 6:51 highlight the importance of priestly lineage in worship?

3. What role did the Levites play in maintaining Israel's spiritual heritage?

4. How can we ensure our spiritual service aligns with biblical principles like the Levites?

5. In what ways does 1 Chronicles 6:51 connect to New Testament teachings on priesthood?

6. How can we apply the dedication of the Levites to our daily spiritual lives?

7. What is the significance of 1 Chronicles 6:51 in the genealogy of the Levites?

8. How does 1 Chronicles 6:51 reflect the importance of priestly lineage in Israelite history?

9. Why is the genealogy in 1 Chronicles 6:51 important for understanding biblical priesthood?

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


1 Chronicles 6:51 may read like three simple names, yet each name is a checkpoint in God’s covenant faithfulness. Bukki, Uzzi, and Zerahiah bridge centuries, guaranteeing that the priesthood remained exactly where God said it should be—inside Aaron’s family. The verse proves that Scripture’s details are precise, that lineage matters to the Lord, and that every promise He makes is anchored in real history and real people.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Bukki
בֻּקִּ֥י (buq·qî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1231: Bukki -- two Israelites

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

Uzzi
עֻזִּ֥י (‘uz·zî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5813: Uzzi -- 'forceful', the name of several Israelites

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

Zerahiah
זְרַֽחְיָ֥ה (zə·raḥ·yāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2228: Zerahiah -- 'Yah has risen', two Israelites

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


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OT History: 1 Chronicles 6:51 Bukki his son Uzzi his son Zerahiah (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr)

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