1 Chronicles 25:22
New International Version
the fifteenth to Jerimoth, his sons and relatives 12

New Living Translation
The fifteenth lot fell to Jerimoth and twelve of his sons and relatives.

English Standard Version
to the fifteenth, to Jeremoth, his sons and his brothers, twelve;

Berean Standard Bible
the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;

Berean Literal Bible
the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons, and his brothers—twelve;

King James Bible
The fifteenth to Jeremoth, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:

New King James Version
the fifteenth for Jeremoth, his sons and his brethren, twelve;

New American Standard Bible
for the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons and his relatives, twelve;

NASB 1995
for the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons and his relatives, twelve;

NASB 1977
for the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons and his relatives, twelve;

Legacy Standard Bible
for the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons and his relatives, twelve;

Amplified Bible
the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons and his relatives, twelve;

Berean Annotated Bible
the fifteenth to Jeremoth (Jerimoth), his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;

Christian Standard Bible
the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons, and his relatives — 12

Holman Christian Standard Bible
the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons, and his brothers—12

American Standard Version
for the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons and his brethren, twelve:

English Revised Version
for the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons and his brethren, twelve:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The fifteenth chose Jeremoth, his sons, and his relatives-12 men.

International Standard Version
the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons and his relatives, for a total of twelve;

NET Bible
the fifteenth to Jerimoth and his sons and relatives--twelve in all,

New Heart English Bible
for the fifteenth to Jerimoth, his sons and his brothers, twelve:

Webster's Bible Translation
The fifteenth to Jeremoth, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;

World English Bible
for the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons and his brothers, twelve;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
for the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons and his brothers—twelve;

Berean Literal Bible
the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons, and his brothers—twelve;

Young's Literal Translation
at the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons and his brethren, twelve;

Smith's Literal Translation
For the fifteenth to Jerimoth, his sons and his brethren, twelve:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The fifteenth to Jerimoth, to his sons and his brethren twelve.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The fifteenth went to Jeremoth, to his sons and brothers, twelve.

New American Bible
The fifteenth fell to Jeremoth, his sons, and his kinsmen: twelve.

New Revised Standard Version
to the fifteenth, to Jeremoth, his sons and his brothers, twelve;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The fifteenth to Jeremoth, he, his sons, and his brethren were twelve;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The fifteenth, Yarmuth, and his sons and his brothers twelve.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
For the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons and his brethren, twelve;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
the fifteenth Jerimoth, his sons and his brethren, twelve:

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Twenty-Four Divisions of Musicians
21the fourteenth to Mattithiah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; 22the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons, and his brothers— 12 in all; 23the sixteenth to Hananiah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;…

Cross References
the fifteenth to Jeremoth,

1 Chronicles 24:14
the fifteenth to Bilgah, the sixteenth to Immer,

1 Chronicles 24:30
And the sons of Mushi: Mahli, Eder, and Jerimoth. These were the sons of the Levites, according to their families.

1 Chronicles 24:31
As their brothers the descendants of Aaron did, they also cast lots in the presence of King David and of Zadok, Ahimelech, and the heads of the families of the priests and Levites—the family heads and their younger brothers alike.
his sons, and his brothers—

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 23:32
So the Levites were to carry out the responsibilities for the Tent of Meeting and the Holy Place, and, under their brothers the descendants of Aaron, the service of the house of the LORD.

2 Chronicles 31:15
Under his authority, Eden, Miniamin, Jeshua, Shemaiah, Amariah, and Shecaniah faithfully distributed portions to their fellow priests in their cities, according to their divisions, old and young alike.
12 in all;

Numbers 1:44
These were the men numbered by Moses and Aaron, with the assistance of the twelve leaders of Israel, each one representing his family.

Ezra 8:24
Then I set apart twelve of the leading priests, together with Sherebiah, Hashabiah, and ten of their brothers,

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:
1 Chronicles 6:31-32
These are the men David put in charge of the music in the house of the LORD after the ark rested there. / They ministered with song before the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting, until Solomon built the house of the LORD in Jerusalem. And they performed their duties according to the regulations given them.

1 Chronicles 16:4-6
David appointed some of the Levites to minister before the ark of the LORD, to celebrate, to give thanks, and to praise the LORD, the God of Israel. / Asaph was the chief, Zechariah was second, then Jeiel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Mattithiah, Eliab, Benaiah, Obed-edom, and Jeiel. They were to play the harps and lyres, while Asaph sounded the cymbals / and the priests Benaiah and Jahaziel blew the trumpets regularly before the ark of the covenant of God.

1 Chronicles 23:5
4,000 are to be gatekeepers, and 4,000 are to praise the LORD with the instruments I have made for giving praise.”

1 Chronicles 15:16-22
David also told the leaders of the Levites to appoint their relatives as singers to lift up their voices with joy, accompanied by musical instruments—harps, lyres, and cymbals. / So the Levites appointed Heman son of Joel; from his brothers, Asaph son of Berechiah; from their brothers the Merarites, Ethan son of Kushaiah; / and with them their brothers next in rank: Zechariah, Jaaziel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Unni, Eliab, Benaiah, Maaseiah, Mattithiah, Eliphelehu, Mikneiah, and the gatekeepers Obed-edom and Jeiel. …

2 Chronicles 29:25-30
Hezekiah stationed the Levites in the house of the LORD with cymbals, harps, and lyres according to the command of David, of Gad the king’s seer, and of Nathan the prophet. For the command had come from the LORD through His prophets. / The Levites stood with the instruments of David, and the priests with the trumpets. / And Hezekiah ordered that the burnt offering be sacrificed on the altar. When the burnt offering began, the song of the LORD and the trumpets began as well, accompanied by the instruments of David king of Israel. …

2 Chronicles 5:12-13
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

2 Chronicles 20:21-22
Then Jehoshaphat consulted with the people and appointed those who would sing to the LORD and praise the splendor of His holiness. As they went out before the army, they were singing: “Give thanks to the LORD, for His loving devotion endures forever.” / The moment they began their shouts and praises, the LORD set ambushes against the men of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir who had come against Judah, and they were defeated.


Treasury of Scripture

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the fifteenth to Jeremoth,
Jeremoth is listed as the fifteenth in the order of musicians assigned by David for the service of song in the house of the Lord. This reflects the organized structure David implemented for worship, emphasizing the importance of music in temple services. The name Jeremoth appears several times in the Old Testament, often associated with the Levitical line, indicating a heritage of service to God.

his sons, and his brothers—
This phrase highlights the familial nature of the Levitical service. The inclusion of both sons and brothers suggests a communal and generational involvement in worship, which was a common practice among the Levites. It underscores the importance of family in the transmission of faith and duties, as well as the collective responsibility in worship.

12 in all;
The number twelve is significant throughout the Bible, often symbolizing completeness or divine order, as seen in the twelve tribes of Israel and the twelve apostles. In this context, the number may represent a complete unit of musicians, ensuring that worship was conducted in an orderly and full manner. This reflects the meticulous planning and dedication to worship that characterized David's reign.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jeremoth
A leader of one of the divisions of musicians appointed by King David for the service of the house of the Lord. His name is listed among those who were responsible for prophesying with lyres, harps, and cymbals.

2. Sons and Brothers
This refers to the family members of Jeremoth who were part of the musical division. The inclusion of family highlights the communal and familial aspect of worship in the temple.

3. Twelve in All
This number signifies the total members in Jeremoth's division. The number twelve often symbolizes completeness or divine order in the Bible, reflecting the organized structure of temple worship.
Teaching Points
The Role of Music in Worship
Music is a vital component of worship, serving as a means to prophesy and glorify God. Just as Jeremoth and his family were dedicated to this service, believers today are encouraged to use their musical gifts for God's glory.

Family Involvement in Ministry
The inclusion of Jeremoth's sons and brothers highlights the importance of involving family in ministry. Families can serve together, strengthening their bonds and their collective witness for Christ.

Order and Structure in Worship
The organized division of musicians into groups of twelve reflects the importance of order in worship. Structured worship allows for a more focused and reverent approach to honoring God.

The Significance of Numbers in Scripture
The number twelve, often associated with completeness, reminds us of God's perfect design and order. Recognizing the significance of numbers can deepen our understanding of biblical texts.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 25:22?

2. How does 1 Chronicles 25:22 highlight the importance of organized worship in church?

3. What role did Giddalti play in the musical ministry according to 1 Chronicles 25:22?

4. How can we apply the principle of assigned duties in our church today?

5. How does 1 Chronicles 25:22 connect with other scriptures on worship and service?

6. What can we learn from Giddalti's example about serving God with our talents?

7. What is the significance of Giddalti in 1 Chronicles 25:22?

8. How does 1 Chronicles 25:22 contribute to understanding biblical worship practices?

9. Why is the role of musicians emphasized in 1 Chronicles 25:22?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 25?

11. 1 Chronicles 7:20-29 - Are there historical or archaeological records supporting Ephraim's vast numbers and territorial claims listed here?

12. Why does Solomon's succession in 1 Kings 1:28-40 ignore the usual primogeniture, given the elder sons who remained alive?

13. In 1 Chronicles 1:19, does the mention of 'division' in Peleg's time imply a global geological event that contradicts modern science?

14. If 2 Chronicles 22:8 implies a widespread purge by Jehu in Israel, why is there minimal archaeological or historical evidence of such a large-scale event?
What Does 1 Chronicles 25:22 Mean
the fifteenth

• In the casting of lots for the 24 divisions of temple musicians, the fifteenth lot marked a specific place in the roster (1 Chronicles 25:8-9).

• God directed the process, ensuring fairness and divine order—just as He had done when assigning priestly courses in 1 Chronicles 24:7-18.

• The number fifteen reminds us the service was neither random nor optional; every slot mattered in God’s carefully arranged worship plan (Proverbs 16:33).


to Jeremoth

• “Jeremoth” appears earlier in the list of Heman’s descendants (1 Chronicles 25:4), so this lot belongs to that godly musical family dedicated to prophesying with lyres, harps, and cymbals (1 Chronicles 25:1).

• His name being singled out underscores personal accountability in ministry (Colossians 3:23-24).

• Examples of named worship leaders—such as Asaph, Heman, Jeduthun (1 Chronicles 6:33-38)—show how God values individual faithfulness inside corporate worship.


his sons

• Temple music was a family affair: fathers discipled children to carry on praise (Psalm 78:4-6; Deuteronomy 6:6-7).

• Serving together deepened both skill and spiritual legacy, reflecting God’s heart for generational continuity (2 Timothy 1:5).

• Their inclusion testifies that no age group is sidelined in worship; everyone can proclaim God’s glory (Psalm 148:12-13).


and his brothers

• “Brothers” widens the circle to cousins or clan members, spotlighting teamwork (Psalm 133:1).

• Worship is communal, echoing New-Testament body life where each part supplies what the others lack (1 Corinthians 12:12-26).

• Shared service fostered accountability, much as the singers rotated together under royal oversight (1 Chronicles 25:6).


12 in all

• Twelve signifies completeness and governmental order throughout Scripture—12 tribes (Genesis 35:22-26), 12 apostles (Matthew 10:2-4), 12 foundation stones (Revelation 21:14).

• Every group of twelve musicians matched the 24 courses, totaling 288 trained singers (1 Chronicles 25:7). This symmetry shows that God loves both excellence and structure.

• The exact headcount affirms historical accuracy; these were real people filling real slots at real times (Luke 1:5 compares similar priestly scheduling centuries later).


summary

1 Chronicles 25:22 records more than a head-count; it reveals God’s orderly, multi-generational design for worship. The fifteenth lot underscores divine control; Jeremoth’s name highlights personal calling; the mention of sons and brothers shows family and community engagement; the total of twelve illustrates completeness. Together, the verse encourages us to serve in our appointed places, side by side with family and fellow believers, confident that every role matters in God’s perfect orchestration of praise.

(22) The fifteenth to Jeremoth.--Heb., to fifteenth, to Jeremoth; i.e., as regards the fifteenth lot, it was for Jeremoth. The construction is the same to the end of the chapter.

Spelling, and probably pronunciation, fluctuated between Jeremoth and Jerimoth (1Chronicles 25:4). (Comp. 1Chronicles 23:23; 1Chronicles 24:30.) The LXX. and Vulg. spell "Jerimoth" in both places here; Syriac, "Jarm-th"; Arabic, "J?r?m?th" and "Jarm-th."



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
the fifteenth
לַחֲמִשָּׁ֤ה (la·ḥă·miš·šāh)
Preposition-l, Article | Number - masculine singular
Strong's 2568: Five

to Jeremoth,
לִֽירֵמ֔וֹת (lî·rê·mō·wṯ)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3406: Jeremoth -- the name of a number of Israelites

his sons,
בָּנָ֥יו (bā·nāw)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1121: A son

and his brothers—
וְאֶחָ֖יו (wə·’e·ḥāw)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 251: A brother, )

12 [in all];
שְׁנֵ֥ים (šə·nêm)
Number - md
Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number)


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