Omri, typically associated with Israel's most wicked dynasty, appears here among the restored exiles receiving their inheritance, creating an unexpected redemptive arc across Chronicles.
1 Chronicles 9
The Inhabitants of Jerusalem
1So all Israel were listed by genealogies; and behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel. Judah was carried away captive to Babylon for their disobedience.
2Now the first inhabitants who lived in their possessions in their cities were Israel, the priests, the Levites, and the temple servants.
3In Jerusalem, there lived of the children of Judah, of the children of Benjamin, and of the children of Ephraim and Manasseh:
4Uthai the son of Ammihud, the son of Omri, the son of Imri, the son of Bani, of the children of Perez the son of Judah.
5Of the Shilonites: Asaiah the firstborn and his sons.
6Of the sons of Zerah: Jeuel and their brothers, six hundred ninety.
7Of the sons of Benjamin: Sallu the son of Meshullam, the son of Hodaviah, the son of Hassenuah;
8and Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, and Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Michri; and Meshullam the son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;
9and their brothers, according to their generations, nine hundred fifty-six. All these men were heads of fathers’ households by their fathers’ houses.
The Priests and Levites in Jerusalem
10Of the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, Jachin,
11and Azariah the son of Hilkiah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Zadok, the son of Meraioth, the son of Ahitub, the ruler of God’s house;
12and Adaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malchijah; and Maasai the son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Meshillemith, the son of Immer;
13and 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.
14Of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, of the sons of Merari;
15and Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah the son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph,
16and Obadiah the son of Shemaiah, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun; and Berechiah the son of Asa, the son of Elkanah, who lived in the villages of the Netophathites.
17The gatekeepers: Shallum, Akkub, Talmon, Ahiman, and their brothers (Shallum was the chief),
18who previously served in the king’s gate eastward. They were the gatekeepers for the camp of the children of Levi.
19Shallum was the son of Kore, the son of Ebiasaph, the son of Korah, and his brothers, of his father’s house, the Korahites, were over the work of the service, keepers of the thresholds of the tent. Their fathers had been over the LORD’s camp, keepers of the entry.
20Phinehas the son of Eleazar was ruler over them in time past, and the LORD was with him.
21Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was gatekeeper of the door of the Tent of Meeting.
22All these who were chosen to be gatekeepers in the thresholds were two hundred twelve. These were listed by genealogy in their villages, whom David and Samuel the seer ordained in their office of trust.
23So they and their children had the oversight of the gates of the LORD’s house, even the house of the tent, as guards.
24On the four sides were the gatekeepers, toward the east, west, north, and south.
25Their brothers, in their villages, were to come in every seven days from time to time to be with them,
26for the four chief gatekeepers, who were Levites, were in an office of trust, and were over the rooms and over the treasuries in God’s house.
27They stayed around God’s house, because that was their duty; and it was their duty to open it morning by morning.
28Certain of them were in charge of the vessels of service, for these were brought in by count, and these were taken out by count.
29Some of them also were appointed over the furniture, and over all the vessels of the sanctuary, over the fine flour, the wine, the oil, the frankincense, and the spices.
30Some of the sons of the priests prepared the mixing of the spices.
31Mattithiah, one of the Levites, who was the firstborn of Shallum the Korahite, had the office of trust over the things that were baked in pans.
32Some of their brothers, of the sons of the Kohathites, were over the show bread, to prepare it every Sabbath.
33These are the singers, heads of fathers’ households of the Levites, who lived in the rooms and were free from other service, for they were employed in their work day and night.
34These were heads of fathers’ households of the Levites, throughout their generations, chief men. They lived at Jerusalem.
The Genealogy of Saul Repeated
35Jeiel the father of Gibeon, whose wife’s name was Maacah, lived in Gibeon.
36His firstborn son was Abdon, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab,
37Gedor, Ahio, Zechariah, and Mikloth.
38Mikloth became the father of Shimeam. They also lived with their relatives in Jerusalem, near their relatives.
39Ner became the father of Kish. Kish became the father of Saul. Saul became the father of Jonathan, Malchishua, Abinadab, and Eshbaal.
40The son of Jonathan was Merib-baal. Merib-baal became the father of Micah.
41The sons of Micah: Pithon, Melech, Tahrea, and Ahaz.
42Ahaz became the father of Jarah. Jarah became the father of Alemeth, Azmaveth, and Zimri. Zimri became the father of Moza.
43Moza became the father of Binea, Rephaiah his son, Eleasah his son, and Azel his son.
44Azel had six sons, whose names are Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. These were the sons of Azel.
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Theme
This chapter records the genealogies of the Israelites who returned from Babylonian exile to resettle Jerusalem and surrounding areas. After acknowledging that Judah's captivity resulted from their disobedience, the chronicler lists the families from Judah, Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh who became the first post-exilic inhabitants. Special attention is given to the priests, Levites, and temple servants who resumed their sacred duties, emphasizing the restoration of proper worship in the rebuilt community.
Context
This chapter bridges the genealogical records of chapters 1-8 with the historical narrative beginning in chapter 10, establishing the restored community's legitimacy and continuity.
Key Themes
Outline
- 1-2 Introduction to Post-Exilic Settlement General statement about Israel's genealogical records and the first inhabitants returning from exile
- 3-9 Lay Families in Jerusalem Specific genealogies of families from Judah, Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh who resettled in Jerusalem
- 10-13 The Priestly Families Detailed listing of priests and their lineages who returned to serve in God's house
- 14-34 The Levites and Temple Servants Comprehensive record of Levitical families and their specific duties in temple worship and maintenance
- 35-44 Saul's Genealogy Repeated Restatement of King Saul's family line, connecting to the upcoming narrative
The Inhabitants of Jerusalem
9:1–9:9 genealogy narration solemn
A genealogical record of the first inhabitants who returned to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile, listing families from the tribes of Judah, Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh. The passage emphasizes the restoration of God's people to their inheritance despite their previous disobedience.
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Omri, typically associated with Israel's most wicked dynasty, appears here among the restored exiles receiving their inheritance, creating an unexpected redemptive arc across Chronicles.
The Priests and Levites in Jerusalem
9:10–9:34 genealogy narration solemn
A detailed listing of the priests, Levites, and temple gatekeepers who served in Jerusalem after the return from exile. The passage emphasizes their sacred calling and the continuity of temple worship established by David and Samuel.
person_contrast
Azariah, typically associated with royal authority and temple leadership, appears here uniquely embedded within genealogical servanthood language, emphasizing sacred calling over political power.
The Genealogy of Saul Repeated
9:35–9:44 genealogy narration solemn
A genealogical record tracing Saul's family lineage from his ancestor Jeiel through multiple generations. This passage serves as a transition, establishing Saul's family background before narrating his death in the following chapter.
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Jeiel, typically associated with temple offerings and worship duties in Chronicles, appears here uniquely as a patriarch founding Saul's doomed royal lineage.
Insights
Azariah, typically associated with royal authority and temple leadership, appears here uniquely embedded within genealogical servanthood language, emphasizing sacred calling over political power.
Jeiel, typically associated with temple offerings and worship duties in Chronicles, appears here uniquely as a patriarch founding Saul's doomed royal lineage.
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1 Chronicles 9:1 2 references
1 Chronicles 9:2 1 reference
1 Chronicles 9:3 3 references
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2 Chronicles 15:9 Lexical
He gathered all Judah and Benjamin, and those who lived with them out of Ephraim, Manasseh, and Simeon; for they came to…
2 Chronicles 31:1 Lexical
Now when all this was finished, all Israel who were present went out to the cities of Judah and broke the pillars in pie…
2 Chronicles 34:9 Lexical
They came to Hilkiah the high priest and delivered the money that was brought into God’s house, which the Levites, the k…
1 Chronicles 9:7 1 reference
1 Chronicles 9:10 2 references
1 Chronicles 9:11 2 references
1 Chronicles 9:12 5 references
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Nehemiah 11:12 Lexical
and their brothers who did the work of the house, eight hundred twenty-two; and Adaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pe…
2 Chronicles 23:1 Lexical
In the seventh year, Jehoiada strengthened himself, and took the captains of hundreds—Azariah the son of Jeroham, Ishmae…
Jeremiah 20:1 Lexical
Now Pashhur, the son of Immer the priest, who was chief officer in the LORD’s house, heard Jeremiah prophesying these th…
Jeremiah 21:1 Lexical
The word which came to Jeremiah from the LORD, when King Zedekiah sent to him Pashhur the son of Malchijah, and Zephania…
Jeremiah 38:1 Lexical
Shephatiah the son of Mattan, Gedaliah the son of Pashhur, Jucal the son of Shelemiah, and Pashhur the son of Malchijah…
1 Chronicles 9:13 5 references
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1 Chronicles 26:30 Lexical
Of the Hebronites, Hashabiah and his brothers, one thousand seven hundred men of valor, had the oversight of Israel beyo…
1 Chronicles 5:18 Lexical
The sons of Reuben, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh, of valiant men, men able to bear buckler and sword, abl…
1 Chronicles 7:5 Lexical
Their brothers among all the families of Issachar, mighty men of valor, listed in all by genealogy, were eighty-seven th…
2 Kings 24:16 Lexical
All the men of might, even seven thousand, and the craftsmen and the smiths one thousand, all of them strong and fit for…
1 Chronicles 7:11 Lexical
All these were sons of Jediael, according to the heads of their fathers’ households, mighty men of valor, seventeen thou…
1 Chronicles 9:14 2 references
1 Chronicles 9:15 2 references
1 Chronicles 9:16 1 reference
1 Chronicles 9:17 4 references
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Nehemiah 7:45 Lexical
The gatekeepers: the children of Shallum, the children of Ater, the children of Talmon, the children of Akkub, the child…
Ezra 2:42 Lexical
The children of the gatekeepers: the children of Shallum, the children of Ater, the children of Talmon, the children of…
Nehemiah 12:25 Lexical
Mattaniah, Bakbukiah, Obadiah, Meshullam, Talmon, and Akkub were gatekeepers keeping the watch at the storehouses of the…
Nehemiah 11:19 Lexical
Moreover the gatekeepers, Akkub, Talmon, and their brothers, who kept watch at the gates, were one hundred seventy-two.
1 Chronicles 9:18 1 reference
1 Chronicles 9:19 3 references
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1 Chronicles 26:1 Lexical
For the divisions of the doorkeepers: of the Korahites, Meshelemiah the son of Kore, of the sons of Asaph.
Exodus 6:24 Lexical
The sons of Korah: Assir, Elkanah, and Abiasaph; these are the families of the Korahites.
Exodus 35:21 Lexical
They came, everyone whose heart stirred him up, and everyone whom his spirit made willing, and brought the LORD’s offeri…
1 Chronicles 9:21 2 references
1 Chronicles 9:24 5 references
Lexicals 5
1 Chronicles 26:17 Lexical
Eastward were six Levites, northward four a day, southward four a day, and for the storehouse two and two.
2 Chronicles 4:4 Lexical
It stood on twelve oxen, three looking toward the north, three looking toward the west, three looking toward the south,…
Zechariah 14:4 Lexical
His feet will stand in that day on the Mount of Olives, which is before Jerusalem on the east; and the Mount of Olives w…
1 Kings 7:25 Lexical
It stood on twelve oxen, three looking toward the north, and three looking toward the west, and three looking toward the…
Joshua 17:10 Lexical
Southward it was Ephraim’s, and northward it was Manasseh’s, and the sea was his border. They reached to Asher on the no…
1 Chronicles 9:26 1 reference
1 Chronicles 9:29 5 references
Lexicals 5
Leviticus 5:11 Lexical
“‘But if he can’t afford two turtledoves or two young pigeons, then he shall bring as his offering for that in which he…
Leviticus 2:1 Lexical
“‘When anyone offers an offering of a meal offering to the LORD, his offering shall be of fine flour. He shall pour oil…
Leviticus 2:2 Lexical
He shall bring it to Aaron’s sons, the priests. He shall take his handful of its fine flour, and of its oil, with all it…
Song of Solomon 4:10 Lexical
How beautiful is your love, my sister, my bride! How much better is your love than wine, the fragrance of your perfumes…
Leviticus 23:13 Lexical
The meal offering with it shall be two tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with oil, an offering made by fire to the…
1 Chronicles 9:30 2 references
Lexicals 2
1 Chronicles 9:33 3 references
Lexicals 3
Nehemiah 13:5 Lexical
had prepared for him a great room, where before they laid the meal offerings, the frankincense, the vessels, and the tit…
Nehemiah 11:22 Lexical
The overseer also of the Levites at Jerusalem was Uzzi the son of Bani, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Mattaniah, the…
Nehemiah 13:10 Lexical
I perceived that the portions of the Levites had not been given them, so that the Levites and the singers, who did the w…
1 Chronicles 9:36 1 reference
1 Chronicles 9:37 1 reference
1 Chronicles 9:38 1 reference
1 Chronicles 9:39 5 references
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1 Chronicles 8:33 Lexical
Ner became the father of Kish. Kish became the father of Saul. Saul became the father of Jonathan, Malchishua, Abinadab,…
1 Samuel 31:2 Lexical
The Philistines overtook Saul and his sons; and the Philistines killed Jonathan, Abinadab, and Malchishua, the sons of S…
1 Chronicles 10:2 Lexical
The Philistines followed hard after Saul and after his sons; and the Philistines killed Jonathan, Abinadab, and Malchish…
1 Chronicles 26:28 Lexical
All that Samuel the seer, Saul the son of Kish, Abner the son of Ner, and Joab the son of Zeruiah had dedicated, whoever…
1 Samuel 14:51 Lexical
Kish was the father of Saul, and Ner the father of Abner was the son of Abiel.
1 Chronicles 9:40 1 reference
1 Chronicles 9:41 1 reference
1 Chronicles 9:42 1 reference
1 Chronicles 9:43 1 reference
1 Chronicles 9:44 1 reference
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Exile
586-538 BCThe forced deportation of Judah's population to Babylon after Jerusalem's destruction. This pivotal event reshaped Jewish identity and theology, leading to the compilation of much of the Hebrew Bible.
Lists the first families who returned to Jerusalem after Babylonian exile ended.
The Inhabitants of Jerusalem