1 Chronicles 9:13
New International Version
The priests, who were heads of families, numbered 1,760. They were able men, responsible for ministering in the house of God.

New Living Translation
In all, 1,760 priests returned. They were heads of clans and very able men. They were responsible for ministering at the house of God.

English Standard Version
besides their kinsmen, heads of their fathers’ houses, 1,760, mighty men for the work of the service of the house of God.

Berean Standard Bible
and 1,760 of their relatives, the heads of their families, able men for the work of the service of the house of God.

King James Bible
And their brethren, heads of the house of their fathers, a thousand and seven hundred and threescore; very able men for the work of the service of the house of God.

New King James Version
and their brethren, heads of their fathers’ houses—one thousand seven hundred and sixty. They were very able men for the work of the service of the house of God.

New American Standard Bible
and their relatives, heads of their fathers’ households, 1,760 competent men for the work of the service of the house of God.

NASB 1995
and their relatives, heads of their fathers’ households, 1,760 very able men for the work of the service of the house of God.

NASB 1977
and their relatives, heads of their fathers’ households, 1,760 very able men for the work of the service of the house of God.

Legacy Standard Bible
and their relatives, heads of their fathers’ households, 1,760 mighty men of valor for the work of the service of the house of God.

Amplified Bible
and their relatives, heads of their fathers’ households, 1,760—very able men for the work of the service of the house of God.

Christian Standard Bible
and their relatives, the heads of their ancestral families—1,760 in all. They were capable men employed in the ministry of God’s temple.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
and 1,760 of their relatives, the heads of households. They were capable men employed in the ministry of God’s temple.

American Standard Version
and their brethren, heads of their fathers' houses, a thousand and seven hundred and threescore; very able men for the work of the service of the house of God.

Contemporary English Version
There was a total of 1,760 priests, all of them family leaders in their clan and trained in the work at the temple.

English Revised Version
and their brethren, heads of their fathers' houses, a thousand and seven hundred and threescore; very able men for the work of the service of the house of God.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Their relatives who were heads of their families totaled 1,760 soldiers. They served in God's temple and settled in Jerusalem.

Good News Translation
The priests who were heads of families totaled 1,760. They were experts in all the work carried on in the Temple.

International Standard Version
along with 1,760 of their relatives, who were leaders of their ancestral households, valiant and qualified to serve in the Temple of God.

Majority Standard Bible
and 1,760 of their relatives, the heads of their families, able men for the work of the service of the house of God.

NET Bible
Their relatives, who were leaders of their families, numbered 1,760. They were capable men who were assigned to carry out the various tasks of service in God's temple.

New Heart English Bible
and their brothers, heads of their fathers' houses, one thousand seven hundred sixty; very able men for the work of the service of the house of God.

Webster's Bible Translation
And their brethren, heads of the house of their fathers, a thousand and seven hundred and sixty; very able men for the work of the service of the house of God.

World English Bible
and their brothers, heads of their fathers’ houses, one thousand seven hundred sixty; they were very able men for the work of the service of God’s house.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And their brothers, heads of the house of their fathers, [are] one thousand and seven hundred and sixty, mighty in valor, for the work of the service of the house of God.

Young's Literal Translation
And their brethren, heads to the house of their fathers, a thousand and seven hundred and sixty, mighty in valour, are for the work of the service of the house of God.

Smith's Literal Translation
And their brethren, heads to the house of their fathers, a thousand seven hundred and sixty; strong ones of power, the work of the service of the house of God.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And their brethren heads in their families re thousand seven hundred and threescore, very strong and able men for the work of the ministry in the house of God.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and also their brothers, leaders according to their families, one thousand seven hundred sixty, very strong experience men, for the work of the ministry in the house of God.

New American Bible
Their brothers, heads of their ancestral houses, were one thousand seven hundred and sixty, valiant in the work of the service of the house of God.

New Revised Standard Version
besides their kindred, heads of their ancestral houses, one thousand seven hundred sixty, qualified for the work of the service of the house of God.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And their brethren, heads of the house of their fathers, one thousand seven hundred and sixty; very able men for the work of the service of the house of the LORD.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And their brothers were Heads of the house of their fathers, one thousand and seven hundred and sixty mighty men of the army, workers of the work of the house of LORD JEHOVAH.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and their brethren, heads of their fathers' houses, a thousand and seven hundred and threescore; very able men for the work of the service of the house of God.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and their brethren, chiefs of their families, a thousand seven hundred and sixty, mighty men for the work of the ministration of the house of God.

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Context
The People of Jerusalem
12Adaiah 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; 13and 1,760 of their relatives, the heads of their families, able men for the work of the service of the house of God. 14From the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, a descendant of Merari;…

Cross References
Nehemiah 11:14
and his associates—128 mighty men of valor. Zabdiel son of Haggedolim was their overseer.

1 Chronicles 23:4
“Of these,” said David, “24,000 are to oversee the work of the house of the LORD, 6,000 are to be officers and judges,

1 Chronicles 24:4
Since more leaders were found among Eleazar’s descendants than those of Ithamar, they were divided accordingly. There were sixteen heads of families from the descendants of Eleazar and eight from the descendants of Ithamar.

1 Chronicles 26:8
All these were descendants of Obed-edom; they and their sons and brothers were capable men with strength to do the work—62 in all from Obed-edom.

1 Chronicles 27:1
This is the list of the Israelites—the heads of families, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and their officers who served the king in every matter concerning the divisions on rotating military duty each month throughout the year. There were 24,000 men in each division:

2 Chronicles 31:2
Hezekiah reestablished the divisions of the priests and Levites—each of them according to their duties as priests or Levites—for the burnt offerings and peace offerings, for ministry, for giving thanks, and for singing praises at the gates of the LORD’s dwelling.

Ezra 2:36-39
The priests: The descendants of Jedaiah (through the house of Jeshua), 973; / the descendants of Immer, 1,052; / the descendants of Pashhur, 1,247; ...

Nehemiah 7:39-42
The priests: the descendants of Jedaiah (through the house of Jeshua), 973; / the descendants of Immer, 1,052; / the descendants of Pashhur, 1,247; ...

Numbers 4:3
men from thirty to fifty years old—everyone who is qualified to serve in the work at the Tent of Meeting.

Numbers 4:23
from thirty to fifty years old, counting everyone who comes to serve in the work at the Tent of Meeting.

Numbers 4:30
from thirty to fifty years old, counting everyone who comes to serve in the work of the Tent of Meeting.

Numbers 4:35
everyone from thirty to fifty years old who came to serve in the work at the Tent of Meeting.

Numbers 4:39
everyone from thirty to fifty years old who came to serve in the work at the Tent of Meeting.

Numbers 4:43
everyone from thirty to fifty years old who came to serve in the work at the Tent of Meeting.

Numbers 4:47
from thirty to fifty years old who came to do the work of serving and carrying the Tent of Meeting.


Treasury of Scripture

And their brothers, heads of the house of their fathers, a thousand and seven hundred and three score; very able men for the work of the service of the house of God.

1 Chronicles 26:6,30,32
Also unto Shemaiah his son were sons born, that ruled throughout the house of their father: for they were mighty men of valour…

Nehemiah 11:14
And their brethren, mighty men of valour, an hundred twenty and eight: and their overseer was Zabdiel, the son of one of the great men.

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1 Chronicles 9
1. The original of Israel and Judah's genealogies
2. The Israelites
10. The priests
14. and the Levites, with Nethinims, who dwelt in Jerusalem
27. The charge of certain Levites
35. The stock of Saul and Jonathan














and 1,760 of their relatives
This phrase highlights the significant number of Levites involved in the service of the temple. The Levites were a tribe set apart for religious duties, and their large number underscores the importance of their role in maintaining the spiritual life of Israel. The mention of "relatives" indicates the familial and tribal connections that were crucial in ancient Israelite society, emphasizing the continuity of service through generations. This also reflects the organizational structure of the Levites, who were divided into various families and clans, each with specific responsibilities.

the heads of their families
The "heads of their families" refers to the leaders or patriarchs within the Levitical clans. Leadership within the family was a significant aspect of Israelite culture, with the head of the family responsible for the spiritual and physical well-being of the household. This structure ensured that the service in the temple was orderly and that responsibilities were passed down through generations. The role of family heads in religious service is echoed in other parts of Scripture, such as in the genealogies and lists of leaders in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah.

able men for the work of the service
The term "able men" suggests that those selected were not only physically capable but also spiritually and morally fit for the duties required in the temple. This phrase indicates a standard of excellence and dedication expected of those serving in the house of God. The work of the service involved various tasks, including sacrifices, maintenance of the temple, and teaching the law. This mirrors the New Testament concept of spiritual gifts and the calling of individuals to serve in the body of Christ, as seen in passages like Romans 12:4-8 and 1 Corinthians 12.

of the house of God
The "house of God" refers to the temple in Jerusalem, which was the central place of worship and sacrifice for the Israelites. It was considered the dwelling place of God's presence among His people. The temple's significance is seen throughout the Old Testament, from its construction under Solomon to its role in the religious reforms of kings like Hezekiah and Josiah. The temple also serves as a type of Christ, who in the New Testament is described as the true temple (John 2:19-21), and it foreshadows the ultimate dwelling of God with humanity in the New Jerusalem (Revelation 21:3).

Persons / Places / Events
1. The Levites
This verse refers to the Levites, a tribe set apart for religious duties and service in the temple. They were responsible for various tasks, including music, maintenance, and assisting the priests.

2. The House of God
This term refers to the temple in Jerusalem, the central place of worship for the Israelites, where sacrifices and religious ceremonies were conducted.

3. The Heads of Families
These were leaders among the Levites, responsible for organizing and overseeing the work of their relatives in the temple service.
Teaching Points
Faithful Service
The Levites exemplify faithful service to God. Their dedication to the temple work reminds us of the importance of serving God with commitment and integrity in our own lives.

Spiritual Leadership
The heads of families among the Levites were leaders who organized and guided their relatives. This highlights the importance of spiritual leadership in guiding others in their faith journey.

Community and Cooperation
The large number of Levites working together underscores the value of community and cooperation in achieving God's purposes. We are reminded of the strength found in unity and working together for the kingdom of God.

Generational Faithfulness
The mention of "relatives" indicates a generational commitment to serving God. This encourages us to pass on our faith and dedication to future generations.(13) And their brethren, heads of the house of their fathers.--We can hardly suppose so many as 1,760 priestly clans dwelling in the holy city. Either the phrase "heads of their father-houses" belongs to the last verse, and has been accidentally brought into its present position; or in this instance it means simply "heads of single families;" or "their brethren, heads of their (respective) clans," refers to other father-houses not mentioned by name, and the number 1,760 refers to all the guilds and clans of 1Chronicles 9:10-13, and should be separated from the preceding phrase by a semicolon. This last explanation is probably right. The total number given in Nehemiah 11:10-14 for the priests is 1,192. (See Note on 1Chronicles 9:9.)

Very able men.--See Margin, and 1Chronicles 7:9.

For the work.--"For" is wanting in the Hebrew. Perhaps "doers of" (Nehemiah 11:13) has Mien out. . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
and 1,760
אֶ֕לֶף (’e·lep̄)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 505: A thousand

of their relatives,
וַאֲחֵיהֶ֗ם (wa·’ă·ḥê·hem)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 251: A brother, )

the heads
רָאשִׁים֙ (rā·šîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 7218: The head

of their families,
לְבֵ֣ית (lə·ḇêṯ)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1004: A house

able
חֵ֔יל (ḥêl)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 2428: A force, an army, wealth, virtue, valor, strength

men
גִּבּ֣וֹרֵי (gib·bō·w·rê)
Adjective - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1368: Powerful, warrior, tyrant

for the work
מְלֶ֖אכֶת (mə·le·ḵeṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4399: Deputyship, ministry, employment, work, property

of the service
עֲבוֹדַ֥ת (‘ă·ḇō·w·ḏaṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 5656: Work of any kind

of the house
בֵּית־ (bêṯ-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1004: A house

of God.
הָאֱלֹהִֽים׃ (hā·’ĕ·lō·hîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative


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