Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Shelomith and his relatives were in charge of all the treasuries for the things dedicated by King David, by the heads of families who were the commanders of thousands and commanders of hundreds, and by the other army commanders. New Living Translation Shelomoth and his relatives were in charge of the treasuries containing the gifts that King David, the family leaders, and the generals and captains and other officers of the army had dedicated to the LORD. English Standard Version This Shelomoth and his brothers were in charge of all the treasuries of the dedicated gifts that David the king and the heads of the fathers’ houses and the officers of the thousands and the hundreds and the commanders of the army had dedicated. Berean Standard Bible This Shelomith and his brothers were in charge of all the treasuries for the things dedicated by King David, by the heads of families who were the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and by the army commanders. Berean Literal Bible This Shelomoth and his brothers were over all the treasuries of the holy things that David the king and the heads of the fathers, even heads of thousands and of hundreds, and the captains of the army, had dedicated. King James Bible Which Shelomith and his brethren were over all the treasures of the dedicated things, which David the king, and the chief fathers, the captains over thousands and hundreds, and the captains of the host, had dedicated. New King James Version This Shelomith and his brethren were over all the treasuries of the dedicated things which King David and the heads of fathers’ houses, the captains over thousands and hundreds, and the captains of the army, had dedicated. New American Standard Bible This Shelomoth and his relatives were in charge of all the treasures of the dedicated gifts which King David and the heads of the fathers’ households, the commanders of thousands and hundreds, and the commanders of the army, had dedicated. NASB 1995 This Shelomoth and his relatives had charge of all the treasures of the dedicated gifts which King David and the heads of the fathers’ households, the commanders of thousands and hundreds, and the commanders of the army, had dedicated. NASB 1977 This Shelomoth and his relatives had charge of all the treasures of the dedicated gifts, which King David and the heads of the fathers’ households, the commanders of thousands and hundreds, and commanders of the army, had dedicated. Legacy Standard Bible This Shelomoth and his relatives were over all the treasures of the holy gifts which King David and the heads of the fathers’ households, the commanders of thousands and hundreds, and the commanders of the army, had set apart as holy. Amplified Bible This Shelomoth and his relatives were in charge of all the treasuries of the dedicated gifts which King David, the heads of the fathers’ households, the commanders of thousands and hundreds, and the commanders of the army, had dedicated. Berean Annotated Bible This Shelomith (peaceful) and his brothers were in charge of all the treasuries for the things dedicated by King David (beloved), by the heads of families who were the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and by the army commanders. Christian Standard Bible This Shelomith and his relatives were in charge of all the treasuries of what had been dedicated by King David, by the family heads who were the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and by the army commanders. Holman Christian Standard Bible This Shelomith and his brothers were in charge of all the treasuries of what had been dedicated by King David, by the heads of families who were the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and by the army commanders. American Standard Version This Shelomoth and his brethren were over all the treasures of the dedicated things, which David the king, and the heads of the fathers' houses, the captains over thousands and hundreds, and the captains of the host, had dedicated. Contemporary English Version Shelomoth and his relatives were in charge of all the gifts that were dedicated to the LORD. These included the gifts that King David had dedicated, as well as those dedicated by the family leaders, army officers, and army commanders. English Revised Version This Shelomoth and his brethren were over all the treasuries of the dedicated things, which David the king, and the heads of the fathers' houses, the captains over thousands and hundreds, and the captains of the host, had dedicated. GOD'S WORD® Translation He and his relatives were in charge of all the treasuries of the gifts dedicated to God that King David, the heads of families, the commanders of regiments and battalions, and the commanders of the army had donated. Good News Translation Shelomith and the members of his family were in charge of all the gifts dedicated to God by King David, the heads of families, leaders of clan groups, and army officers. International Standard Version Shelomoth and his brothers were responsible for all of the treasuries of dedicated gifts given by King David, by the heads of families, by the officers of groups of thousands and groups of hundreds, and by the leading army officers. NET Bible Shelomith and his relatives were in charge of all the storehouses containing the consecrated items dedicated by King David, the family leaders who led units of a thousand and a hundred, and the army officers. New Heart English Bible This Shelomith and his brothers were over all the treasures of the dedicated things, which David the king, and the heads of the ancestral houses, and the commanders over thousands and hundreds, and the commanders of the army, had dedicated. Webster's Bible Translation Which Shelomith and his brethren were over all the treasures of the dedicated things, which David the king, and the chief fathers, the captains over thousands and hundreds, and the captains of the host, had dedicated. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThis Shelomith and his brothers were in charge of all the treasuries for the things dedicated by King David, by the heads of families who were the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and by the army commanders. World English Bible This Shelomoth and his brothers were over all the treasuries of the dedicated things, which David the king, and the heads of the fathers’ households, the captains over thousands and hundreds, and the captains of the army, had dedicated. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThis Shelomith and his brothers [are] over all the treasures of the holy things that David the king, and heads of the fathers, even heads of thousands, and of hundreds, and heads of the host, sanctified; Berean Literal Bible This Shelomoth and his brothers were over all the treasuries of the holy things that David the king and the heads of the fathers, even heads of thousands and of hundreds, and the captains of the army, had dedicated. Young's Literal Translation This Shelomith and his brethren are over all the treasures of the holy things, that David the king, and heads of the fathers, even heads of thousands, and of hundreds, and heads of the host, sanctified; Smith's Literal Translation This Shelomith and his brethren ever all the treasures of the holies that David the king consecrated, and the heads of the fathers to the chiefs of the thousands and the hundreds, and the chiefs of the army. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWhich Selemith and his brethren were over the treasures of the holy things, which king David, and the heads of families, and the captains over thousands and over hundreds, and the captains of the host had dedicated, Catholic Public Domain Version The same Shelomoth and his brothers were over the treasuries of the holy things, which king David sanctified, with the leaders of the families, and the tribunes, and the centurions, and the commanders of the army. New American Bible This Shelomith and his kinsmen oversaw all the treasures of the votive offerings dedicated by King David, the heads of the families, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the commanders of the army; New Revised Standard Version This Shelomoth and his brothers were in charge of all the treasuries of the dedicated gifts that King David, and the heads of families, and the officers of the thousands and the hundreds, and the commanders of the army, had dedicated. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThis Shelomith and his brothers were in charge of all storehouses of the dedicated things, which David the king, the chiefs of the fathers, the commanders of the thousands and the hundreds, and the commanders of the army had dedicated. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated He, Shelumeeth, and his brothers were over all the storehouses of holiness which David the King hallowed, and the Chiefs of the fathers and the Commanders of thousands and of hundreds and the Commanders of the army. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917This Shelomith and his brethren were over all the treasuries of the dedicated things, which David the king, and the heads of the fathers' houses, the captains over thousands and hundreds, and the captains of the host, had dedicated. Brenton Septuagint Translation This Salomoth and his brethren were over all the sacred treasures, which David the king and the heads of families consecrated, and the captains of thousands and captains of hundreds, and princes of the host, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Treasurers, Officers, and Judges…25His relatives through Eliezer included Rehabiah his son, Jeshaiah his son, Joram his son, Zichri his son, and Shelomith his son. 26This Shelomith and his brothers were in charge of all the treasuries for the things dedicated by King David, by the heads of families who were the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and by the army commanders. 27They had dedicated some of the plunder from their battles to the repair of the house of the LORD.… Cross References This Shelomith and his brothers 1 Chronicles 23:28-32 but their duty was to assist the descendants of Aaron with the service of the house of the LORD, being responsible for the courts and chambers, the purification of all the holy things, and the work of the service of the house of God, / as well as for the rows of the showbread, the fine flour for the grain offering, the wafers of unleavened bread, the baking, the mixing, and all measurements of quantity and size. / They were also to stand every morning to give thanks and praise to the LORD, and likewise in the evening. … Numbers 18:2-7 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. / They are to join you and attend to the duties of the Tent of Meeting, doing all the work at the Tent; but no outsider may come near you. … Nehemiah 12:44-45 And on that same day men were appointed over the rooms that housed the supplies, contributions, firstfruits, and tithes. The portions specified by the Law for the priests and Levites were gathered into these storerooms from the fields of the villages, because Judah rejoiced over the priests and Levites who were serving. / They performed the service of their God and the service of purification, along with the singers and gatekeepers, as David and his son Solomon had prescribed. were in charge of all the treasuries 1 Chronicles 28:12 The plans contained everything David had in mind for the courts of the house of the LORD, for all the surrounding rooms, for the treasuries of the house of God and of the dedicated things, 2 Chronicles 31:12 And they faithfully brought in the contributions, tithes, and dedicated gifts. Conaniah the Levite was the officer in charge of them, and his brother Shimei was second. 1 Chronicles 9:26-29 But the four chief gatekeepers, who were Levites, were entrusted with the rooms and the treasuries of the house of God. / They would spend the night stationed around the house of God, because they were responsible for guarding it and opening it every morning. / Some of them were in charge of the articles used in worship, to count them whenever they were brought in or taken out. … for the things dedicated by King David, 1 Kings 7:51 So all the work that King Solomon had performed for the house of the LORD was completed. Then Solomon brought in the items his father David had dedicated—the silver, the gold, and the furnishings—and he placed them in the treasuries of the house of the LORD. 1 Chronicles 18:11 and King David dedicated these to the LORD, along with the silver and gold he had carried off from all these nations—from Edom and Moab, and from the Ammonites, Philistines, and Amalekites. 2 Samuel 8:11 and King David dedicated these to the LORD, along with the silver and gold he had dedicated from all the nations he had subdued— by the heads of families who were the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, 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: Numbers 31:48-52 Then the officers who were over the units of the army—the commanders of thousands and of hundreds—approached Moses / and said, “Your servants have counted the soldiers under our command, and not one of us is missing. / So we have brought to the LORD an offering of the gold articles each man acquired—armlets, bracelets, rings, earrings, and necklaces—to make atonement for ourselves before the LORD.” … Exodus 18:21 Furthermore, select capable men from among the people—God-fearing, trustworthy men who are averse to dishonest gain. Appoint them over the people as leaders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens. and by the army commanders. 1 Chronicles 27:34 Ahithophel was succeeded by Jehoiada son of Benaiah, then by Abiathar. Joab was the commander of the king’s army. 1 Kings 2:35 And the king appointed Benaiah son of Jehoiada in Joab’s place over the army, and he appointed Zadok the priest in Abiathar’s place. 2 Samuel 8:16 Joab son of Zeruiah was over the army; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; 1 Kings 7:51 So all the work that King Solomon had performed for the house of the LORD was completed. Then Solomon brought in the items his father David had dedicated—the silver, the gold, and the furnishings—and he placed them in the treasuries of the house of the LORD. Treasury of Scripture Which Shelomith and his brothers were over all the treasures of the dedicated things, which David the king, and the chief fathers, the captains over thousands and hundreds, and the captains of the host, had dedicated. over all the treasures 1 Chronicles 18:11 Them also king David dedicated unto the LORD, with the silver and the gold that he brought from all these nations; from Edom, and from Moab, and from the children of Ammon, and from the Philistines, and from Amalek. 1 Chronicles 22:14 Now, behold, in my trouble I have prepared for the house of the LORD an hundred thousand talents of gold, and a thousand thousand talents of silver; and of brass and iron without weight; for it is in abundance: timber also and stone have I prepared; and thou mayest add thereto. 1 Chronicles 29:2-9 Now I have prepared with all my might for the house of my God the gold for things to be made of gold, and the silver for things of silver, and the brass for things of brass, the iron for things of iron, and wood for things of wood; onyx stones, and stones to be set, glistering stones, and of divers colours, and all manner of precious stones, and marble stones in abundance… Jump to Previous Army Captains Charge Chief Commanders David Dedicated Families Fathers Gifts Heads Holy Host Households Houses Hundreds Officers Relatives Responsible Shelomith Shelomoth Shelo'moth Store Thousands Treasures TreasuriesJump to Next Army Captains Charge Chief Commanders David Dedicated Families Fathers Gifts Heads Holy Host Households Houses Hundreds Officers Relatives Responsible Shelomith Shelomoth Shelo'moth Store Thousands Treasures Treasuries1 Chronicles 26 1. The divisions of the porters13. The gates assigned by lot 20. The Levites that had charge of the treasures 29. Officers and judges This Shelomith and his brothers Shelomith, a descendant of Gershon, was part of the Levitical family responsible for the temple's treasures. The Levites were set apart for religious duties, emphasizing the sacred trust given to them. His brothers indicate a family unit working together, reflecting the communal nature of Levitical service. were in charge of all the treasuries for the things dedicated by King David by the heads of families who were the commanders of thousands and of hundreds and by the army commanders Persons / Places / Events 1. ShelomithA Levite, specifically from the family of the Korahites, who was appointed to oversee the treasuries of the temple. His role was significant in managing the resources dedicated to God. 2. King David The second king of Israel, known for his heart for God and his role in establishing Jerusalem as the political and spiritual center of Israel. He dedicated many resources to the temple. 3. Heads of Families Leaders within the tribes of Israel who contributed to the temple treasury, showing the communal effort in supporting the worship and service of God. 4. Commanders of Thousands and Hundreds Military leaders who also contributed to the temple treasury, indicating the integration of national and spiritual life in Israel. 5. Treasuries The storage places for the wealth and resources dedicated to God, which were used for the maintenance of the temple and the support of the Levites. Teaching Points Stewardship of ResourcesJust as Shelomith and his relatives were entrusted with the treasuries, we are called to be faithful stewards of the resources God has given us, using them for His glory and purposes. Community Involvement The involvement of various leaders and families in contributing to the temple treasury underscores the importance of communal participation in the work of God. We are encouraged to work together as a body of believers. Integration of Faith and Life The contributions from military leaders show that faith was not separate from daily life and responsibilities. We should integrate our faith into every aspect of our lives, including our work and leadership roles. Generosity in Giving The dedication of resources by David and the leaders serves as a model for generous giving. We are called to give willingly and joyfully to support the work of the church and the spread of the Gospel. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 26:26?2. How does 1 Chronicles 26:26 highlight the importance of faithful stewardship today? 3. What role did the treasuries play in Israel's worship and service to God? 4. How can we ensure our resources are used for God's purposes, as in 1 Chronicles 26:26? 5. What scriptural connections exist between 1 Chronicles 26:26 and New Testament teachings on stewardship? 6. How can we apply the principles of accountability from 1 Chronicles 26:26 in our lives? 7. What role did Shelomith and his relatives play in managing the temple treasures in 1 Chronicles 26:26? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 26:26 reflect the importance of stewardship in biblical times? 9. Why were the treasures of the house of the LORD significant in 1 Chronicles 26:26? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 26? 11. If Saul previously admitted David's righteousness in 1 Samuel 24, why is he chasing David again in 1 Samuel 26? 12. How could David and Abishai enter Saul's camp and take his spear and water jug unnoticed by 3,000 soldiers? (1 Samuel 26:7-12) 13. 1 Chronicles 26:4-6: Why detail Obed-Edom's lineage so precisely with no external evidence to confirm these large family claims? 14. Do references to the Assyrian kings Pul and Tiglath-Pileser in 1 Chronicles 5:26 align with known Assyrian records and timelines? What Does 1 Chronicles 26:26 Mean This Shelomith and his brothers“ This Shelomith and his brothers ” (1 Chronicles 26:26) links back to verses 24-25, where the chronicler traces this family line to Moses through Gershom and Eliezer. They are Levites, set apart for the Lord’s service (1 Chronicles 23:14-17; Deuteronomy 10:8). By naming real men with real kin, Scripture underlines that God entrusts sacred duties to identifiable, accountable people. Much as the Levites bore the tabernacle in Moses’ day (Numbers 4:15), Shelomith’s clan now bears a financial trust for the future temple. Faithfulness is always personal (Luke 16:10; 1 Corinthians 4:2). Were in charge of all the treasuries God places them “ in charge of all the treasuries.” Earlier gatekeepers were “entrusted with the chambers and treasuries of the house of God” (1 Chronicles 9:26-27). Now Shelomith’s family oversees every storehouse: • silver, gold, bronze, iron (1 Chronicles 29:2) • vessels and utensils (2 Chronicles 24:14) • freewill offerings (2 Chron 31:12) The phrase “all” stresses comprehensive stewardship. Nothing dedicated to the Lord may be siphoned off for private gain (Malachi 3:8-10; Acts 5:1-5). Their role foreshadows New-Covenant stewardship, where believers manage God’s grace in its various forms (1 Peter 4:10). For the things dedicated by King David David “dedicated these gifts to the Lord, along with the silver and gold he had carried off from all the nations” (2 Samuel 8:11; 1 Chronicles 18:11). Battle spoils, royal revenues, and personal wealth were set aside for the temple David could design but not build (1 Chronicles 22:14-16). The treasurers guard those holy funds until Solomon’s construction begins (1 Kings 7:51). David’s example models giving from victory, not leftovers (Proverbs 3:9-10; 2 Corinthians 9:6-8). By the heads of families who were the commanders of thousands and of hundreds Israel’s military and tribal structure mirrored its civic structure (Deuteronomy 1:15; 1 Samuel 8:12). “Commanders of thousands and of hundreds” bring offerings that complement the king’s gift (1 Chronicles 29:6-7). Their contributions show: • shared vision—building God’s house unites leaders and laity (Haggai 1:14) • voluntary generosity—no tax is mentioned; giving flows from devotion (Exodus 35:29) • accountability—family heads publicly lay gifts in trusted hands (2 Corinthians 8:20-21) And by the army commanders Military leaders also dedicate spoils, echoing the officers in Numbers 31:48-50 who offered war plunder “to make atonement for ourselves before the Lord.” Warfare victories belong to God (Psalm 20:7; Proverbs 21:31), so its gains return to Him. By handing over valuables to Shelomith’s team rather than enriching themselves, commanders model integrity for soldiers and citizens alike (2 Samuel 23:15-17). Summary 1 Chronicles 26:26 shows God appointing trustworthy Levites to guard every item consecrated for the coming temple. From David down to battlefield captains, leaders dedicate treasure, and Shelomith’s family safeguards it. The verse highlights personal accountability, comprehensive stewardship, and unified generosity—timeless principles for handling resources that belong to the Lord. (26) Which Shelomith and his brethen.--He, viz., Shelomoth and his kinsmen.Chief of fathers.--Heads of the clans. The captains over thousands.--Heb., to the captains; a scribe's error. Captains of the host.--Two are mentioned in 1Chronicles 26:28, viz., Abner and Joab (see 2Samuel 8:16; 1Chronicles 18:15; 1Chronicles 27:34). . . . Verse 26. - The treasures. The very first use of this word to signify a place where treasures were kept is in Joshua 6:19, 24. The same word is used for either the place or the treasures kept in it. Not found in the Books of Samuel, the word often occurs in the two Books of Kings and of Chronicles, once in Ezra, several times in Nehemiah, etc. In our next chapter (1 Chronicles 27:25, 27, 28) it appears in the Authorized Version as "storehouses" and "cellars." Captains over thousands and hundreds (so see Exodus 18:21, 25; Numbers 31:14, etc.; Deuteronomy 1:15; 1 Samuel 8:12, etc.). Captains of the host (so Deuteronomy 20:9; Joshua 5:14, 15; Judges 4:2; 1 Samuel 17:55, etc.).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Thisה֧וּא (hū) Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are Shelomith שְׁלֹמ֣וֹת (šə·lō·mō·wṯ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8013: Shelomith -- Shelomoth and his brothers וְאֶחָ֗יו (wə·’e·ḥāw) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 251: A brother, ) were in charge of עַ֣ל (‘al) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the treasuries אֹצְר֤וֹת (’ō·ṣə·rō·wṯ) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 214: Treasure, store, a treasury, storehouse for the things אֲשֶׁ֨ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that dedicated הִקְדִּ֜ישׁ (hiq·dîš) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6942: To be set apart or consecrated by King הַמֶּ֗לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king David, דָּוִ֣יד (dā·wîḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse by the heads וְרָאשֵׁ֧י (wə·rā·šê) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 7218: The head of families הָאָב֛וֹת (hā·’ā·ḇō·wṯ) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1: Father who were the commanders לְשָׂרֵֽי־ (lə·śā·rê-) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince of thousands הָאֲלָפִ֥ים (hā·’ă·lā·p̄îm) Article | Number - masculine plural Strong's 505: A thousand and of hundreds, וְהַמֵּא֖וֹת (wə·ham·mê·’ō·wṯ) Conjunctive waw, Article | Number - feminine plural Strong's 3967: A hundred and by the army הַצָּבָֽא׃ (haṣ·ṣā·ḇā) Article | Noun - common singular Strong's 6635: A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign commanders. וְשָׂרֵ֥י (wə·śā·rê) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince Links 1 Chronicles 26:26 NIV1 Chronicles 26:26 NLT 1 Chronicles 26:26 ESV 1 Chronicles 26:26 NASB 1 Chronicles 26:26 KJV 1 Chronicles 26:26 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 26:26 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 26:26 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 26:26 French Bible 1 Chronicles 26:26 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 26:26 This Shelomoth and his brothers were over (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |
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