1 Chronicles 12:25
New International Version
from Simeon, warriors ready for battle—7,100;

New Living Translation
From the tribe of Simeon, there were 7,100 brave warriors.

English Standard Version
Of the Simeonites, mighty men of valor for war, 7,100.

Berean Standard Bible
From Simeon: 7,100 mighty men of valor, ready for battle.

King James Bible
Of the children of Simeon, mighty men of valour for the war, seven thousand and one hundred.

New King James Version
of the sons of Simeon, mighty men of valor fit for war, seven thousand one hundred;

New American Standard Bible
From the sons of Simeon, valiant mighty men of war, 7,100.

NASB 1995
Of the sons of Simeon, mighty men of valor for war, 7,100.

NASB 1977
Of the sons of Simeon, mighty men of valor for war, 7,100.

Legacy Standard Bible
Of the sons of Simeon, mighty men of valor for military duty, 7,100.

Amplified Bible
of the tribe of Simeon, brave warriors, 7,100;

Christian Standard Bible
From the Simeonites: 7,100 valiant warriors ready for war.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
From the Simeonites: 7,100 brave warriors ready for war.

American Standard Version
Of the children of Simeon, mighty men of valor for the war, seven thousand and one hundred.

English Revised Version
Of the children of Simeon, mighty men of valour for the war, seven thousand and one hundred.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
From Simeon's descendants there were 7,100 warriors.

International Standard Version
the elite warriors of Simeon numbered 7,100,

Majority Standard Bible
From Simeon: 7,100 mighty men of valor, ready for battle.

NET Bible
From Simeon there were 7,100 warriors.

New Heart English Bible
Of the people of Simeon, mighty men of valor for the war, seven thousand and one hundred.

Webster's Bible Translation
Of the children of Simeon, mighty men of valor for war, seven thousand and one hundred.

World English Bible
Of the children of Simeon, mighty men of valor for the war: seven thousand one hundred.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Of the sons of Simeon, mighty men of valor for the host, [are] seven thousand and one hundred.

Young's Literal Translation
Of the sons of Simeon, mighty ones of valour for the host, are seven thousand and a hundred.

Smith's Literal Translation
From the sons of Simeon, strong ones of power for the army, seven thousand and one hundred.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Of the sons of Simeon valiant men for war, seven thousand one hundred.

Catholic Public Domain Version
from the sons of Simeon, very strong men for the fight, seven thousand one hundred;

New American Bible
Of the Simeonites, warriors fit for battle: seven thousand one hundred.

New Revised Standard Version
Of the Simeonites, mighty warriors, seven thousand one hundred.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And of the children of Levi, four thousand and six hundred.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And from the sons of Shemon, mighty men of the army for battle, eight thousand and seven hundred.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Of the children of Simeon, mighty men of valour for the war, seven thousand and one hundred.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Of the sons of Symeon mighty for battle, seven thousand and a hundred.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
David's Army Grows at Hebron
24From Judah: 6,800 armed troops bearing shields and spears. 25From Simeon: 7,100 mighty men of valor, ready for battle. 26From Levi: 4,600,…

Cross References
2 Samuel 24:9
And Joab reported to the king the total number of the troops. In Israel there were 800,000 men of valor who drew the sword, and in Judah there were 500,000.

1 Chronicles 21:5
And Joab reported to David the total number of the troops. In all Israel there were 1,100,000 men who drew the sword, including 470,000 in Judah.

2 Chronicles 17:14-18
These are their numbers according to the houses of their fathers: From Judah, the commanders of thousands: Adnah the commander, and with him 300,000 mighty men of valor; / next to him, Jehohanan the commander, and with him 280,000; / and next to him, Amasiah son of Zichri, the volunteer for the LORD, and with him 200,000 mighty men of valor. ...

Numbers 1:26-27
From the sons of Judah, according to the records of their clans and families, counting the names of all those twenty years of age or older who could serve in the army, / those registered to the tribe of Judah numbered 74,600.

Numbers 2:4
and his division numbers 74,600.

Numbers 26:22
These were the clans of Judah, and their registration numbered 76,500.

Judges 20:2
The leaders of all the people and all the tribes of Israel presented themselves in the assembly of God’s people: 400,000 men on foot, armed with swords.

1 Samuel 11:8
And when Saul numbered them at Bezek, there were 300,000 Israelites and 30,000 men of Judah.

1 Samuel 15:4
So Saul summoned the troops and numbered them at Telaim—200,000 foot soldiers and 10,000 men of Judah.

2 Samuel 2:8-9
Meanwhile, Abner son of Ner, the commander of Saul’s army, took Saul’s son Ish-bosheth, moved him to Mahanaim, / and made him king over Gilead, Asher, Jezreel, Ephraim, and Benjamin—over all Israel.

2 Samuel 5:1-3
Then all the tribes of Israel came to David at Hebron and said, “Here we are, your own flesh and blood. / Even in times past, while Saul was king over us, you were the one who led Israel out and brought them back. And to you the LORD said, ‘You will shepherd My people Israel, and you will be ruler over them.’” / So all the elders of Israel came to the king at Hebron, where King David made with them a covenant before the LORD. And they anointed him king over Israel.

1 Chronicles 11:1-3
Then all Israel came together to David at Hebron and said, “Here we are, your own flesh and blood. / Even in times past, while Saul was king, you were the one who led Israel out and brought them back. And the LORD your God said, ‘You will shepherd My people Israel, and you will be ruler over them.’” / So all the elders of Israel came to the king at Hebron, where David made a covenant with them before the LORD. And they anointed him king over Israel, according to the word of the LORD through Samuel.

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 25:5
Then Amaziah gathered the people of Judah and assigned them according to their families to commanders of thousands and of hundreds. And he numbered those twenty years of age or older throughout Judah and Benjamin and found 300,000 chosen men able to serve in the army, bearing the spear and shield.

Matthew 26:53
Are you not aware that I can call on My Father, and He will at once put at My disposal more than twelve legions of angels?


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From the Simeonites
The tribe of Simeon, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Simeon, the second son of Jacob and Leah. Historically, the Simeonites were known for their fierce and warrior-like nature, as seen in Genesis 34 with the incident at Shechem. The Simeonites' inclusion here signifies their loyalty and commitment to David's kingship, despite their earlier dispersion within the territory of Judah (Joshua 19:1-9). This reflects a unity among the tribes of Israel under David's leadership, a key theme in the Chronicler's narrative.

Mighty men of valor
This phrase, "gibborim chayil" in Hebrew, denotes not only physical strength and bravery but also a noble character and dedication to a cause. These men were not just warriors; they were heroes of faith and integrity, embodying the ideal of a godly warrior. Their valor is a testament to their faith in God's promises and their willingness to fight for the establishment of a righteous kingdom under David, who is a type of Christ, the ultimate King.

For war
The context of war here is significant, as it underscores the ongoing struggle for the establishment of David's rule over all Israel. This was not merely a physical battle but a spiritual one, representing the conflict between God's chosen king and the forces of opposition. The Simeonites' readiness for war highlights their preparedness and willingness to engage in the spiritual battle for God's purposes, a call echoed in the New Testament for believers to put on the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-18).

7,100
The specific number of warriors from the tribe of Simeon indicates the substantial support David received from this tribe. Numbers in the Bible often carry symbolic meaning, and while the exact significance of 7,100 is not explicitly stated, the number seven often represents completeness or perfection in biblical numerology. This could suggest the completeness of the Simeonites' commitment to David, reflecting the broader theme of unity and divine order in the establishment of David's kingdom. This unity and completeness are a foreshadowing of the perfect and eternal kingdom established by Christ.

(25) Mighty men of valour for the war.--Rather, for warfare, or military service.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
From
מִן־ (min-)
Preposition
Strong's Hebrew

the Simeonites:
בְּנֵ֣י (bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

7,100
שִׁבְעַ֥ת (šiḇ·‘aṯ)
Number - masculine singular construct
Strong's 7651: Seven, seven times, a week, an indefinite number

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

ready for war.
לַצָּבָ֔א (laṣ·ṣā·ḇā)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - common singular
Strong's 6635: A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign


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