Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version over Levi: Hashabiah son of Kemuel; over Aaron: Zadok; New Living Translation Levi Hashabiah son of Kemuel Aaron (the priests) Zadok English Standard Version for Levi, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel; for Aaron, Zadok; Berean Standard Bible over Levi was Hashabiah son of Kemuel; over Aaron was Zadok; Berean Literal Bible over Levi was Hashabiah son of Kemuel; over Aaron, Zadok; King James Bible Of the Levites, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel: of the Aaronites, Zadok: New King James Version over the Levites, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel; over the Aaronites, Zadok; New American Standard Bible for Levi, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel; for Aaron, Zadok; NASB 1995 for Levi, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel; for Aaron, Zadok; NASB 1977 for Levi, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel; for Aaron, Zadok; Legacy Standard Bible for Levi, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel; for Aaron, Zadok; Amplified Bible of Levi, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel; of Aaron, Zadok; Berean Annotated Bible over Levi (joined to) was Hashabiah (YHWH has considered) son of Kemuel (raised of God); over Aaron (light bringer) was Zadok (righteous); Christian Standard Bible for the Levites, Hashabiah son of Kemuel; for Aaron, Zadok; Holman Christian Standard Bible for the Levites, Hashabiah son of Kemuel; for Aaron, Zadok; American Standard Version of Levi, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel: of Aaron, Zadok: English Revised Version of Levi, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel: of Aaron, Zadok: GOD'S WORD® Translation for the tribe of Levi Hashabiah, son of Kemuel for the family of Aaron Zadok International Standard Version for Levi there was Kemuel's son Hashabiah; for Aaron there was Zadok; NET Bible Hashabiah son of Kemuel led the Levites, Zadok led the descendants of Aaron, New Heart English Bible of Levi, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel: of Aaron, Zadok: Webster's Bible Translation Of the Levites, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel: of the Aaronites, Zadok: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleover Levi was Hashabiah son of Kemuel; over Aaron was Zadok; World English Bible of Levi, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel; of Aaron, Zadok; Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionof the Levite, Hashabiah son of Kemuel; of the Aaronite, Zadok; Berean Literal Bible over Levi was Hashabiah son of Kemuel; over Aaron, Zadok; Young's Literal Translation of the Levite, Hashabiah son of Kemuel; of the Aaronite, Zadok; Smith's Literal Translation For the Levites: Hashabiah son of Kemuel: to Aaron: Zadok: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleOver the Levites, Hasabias the son of Camuel: over the Aaronites, Sadoc: Catholic Public Domain Version over the Levites, Hashabiah, the son of Kemuel; over the Aaronites, Zadok; New American Bible for Levi, Hashabiah, son of Kemuel; for Aaron, Zadok; New Revised Standard Version for Levi, Hashabiah son of Kemuel; for Aaron, Zadok; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleOf the Levites, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel; of the Aaronites, Zadok; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated For the Levites, Kheshabya, son of Mequeil; for Aaron, Tsadoq OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917of Levi, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel; of Aaron, Zadok; Brenton Septuagint Translation for Levi, Asabias the son of Camuel: for Aaron, Sadoc: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Leaders of the Twelve Tribes16These officers were in charge of the tribes of Israel: Over the Reubenites was Eliezer son of Zichri; over the Simeonites was Shephatiah son of Maacah; 17over Levi was Hashabiah son of Kemuel; over Aaron was Zadok; 18over Judah was Elihu, one of David’s brothers; over Issachar was Omri son of Michael;… Cross References over Levi was Hashabiah son of Kemuel; 1 Chronicles 26:30-32 From the Hebronites, Hashabiah and his relatives, 1,700 capable men, had charge of the affairs of Israel west of the Jordan for all the work of the LORD and for the service of the king. / As for the Hebronites, Jerijah was the chief of the Hebronites, according to the genealogies of his ancestors. In the fortieth year of David’s reign the records were searched, and strong, capable men were found among the Hebronites at Jazer in Gilead. / Among Jerijah’s relatives there were 2,700 capable men who were heads of families. King David appointed them over the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh for every matter pertaining to God and for the affairs of the king. 2 Chronicles 35:9-12 Additionally, Conaniah and his brothers Shemaiah and Nethanel, as well as Hashabiah, Jeiel, and Jozabad, officers of the Levites, contributed to the Levites 5,000 Passover offerings and 500 bulls. / So the service was prepared; the priests stood in their places and the Levites in their divisions according to the king’s command. / And they slaughtered the Passover lambs, while the priests splattered the blood handed to them and the Levites skinned the animals. … 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. … over Aaron was Zadok; 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. 1 Chronicles 29:22 That day they ate and drank with great joy in the presence of the LORD. Then, for a second time, they designated David’s son Solomon as king, anointing him before the LORD as ruler, and Zadok as the priest. 2 Samuel 8:17 Zadok son of Ahitub and Ahimelech son of Abiathar were priests; Seraiah was the scribe; Numbers 1:4-16 And one man from each tribe, the head of each family, must be there with you. / These are the names of the men who are to assist you: From the tribe of Reuben, Elizur son of Shedeur; / from Simeon, Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai; … Numbers 2:1-34 Then the LORD said to Moses and Aaron: / “The Israelites are to camp around the Tent of Meeting at a distance from it, each man under his standard, with the banners of his family. / On the east side, toward the sunrise, the divisions of Judah are to camp under their standard: The leader of the Judahites is Nahshon son of Amminadab, … Numbers 10:14-28 First, the divisions of the camp of Judah set out under their standard, with Nahshon son of Amminadab in command. / Nethanel son of Zuar was over the division of the tribe of Issachar, / and Eliab son of Helon was over the division of the tribe of Zebulun. … Numbers 26:1-65 After the plague had ended, the LORD said to Moses and Eleazar son of Aaron the priest, / “Take a census of the whole congregation of Israel by the houses of their fathers—all those twenty years of age or older who can serve in the army of Israel.” / So on the plains of Moab by the Jordan, across from Jericho, Moses and Eleazar the priest issued the instruction, … Numbers 34:16-29 Then the LORD said to Moses, / “These are the names of the men who are to assign the land as an inheritance for you: Eleazar the priest and Joshua son of Nun. / Appoint one leader from each tribe to distribute the land. … Joshua 21:1-45 Now the family heads of the Levites approached Eleazar the priest, Joshua son of Nun, and the heads of the other tribes of Israel / at Shiloh in the land of Canaan and said to them, “The LORD commanded through Moses that we be given cities in which to live, together with pasturelands for our livestock.” / So by the command of the LORD, the Israelites gave the Levites these cities and their pasturelands out of their own inheritance: … 1 Samuel 9:21 Saul replied, “Am I not a Benjamite from the smallest tribe of Israel, and is not my clan the least of all the clans of Benjamin? So why would you say such a thing to me?” 1 Samuel 10:20-21 Thus Samuel had all the tribes of Israel come forward, and the tribe of Benjamin was selected. / Then he had the tribe of Benjamin come forward by its clans, and the clan of Matri was selected. Finally, Saul son of Kish was selected. But when they looked for him, they could not find him. 1 Samuel 15:17 And Samuel said, “Although you were once small in your own eyes, have you not become the head of the tribes of Israel? The LORD anointed you king over Israel 1 Samuel 22:7 Then Saul said to his servants, “Listen, men of Benjamin! Is the son of Jesse giving all of you fields and vineyards and making you commanders of thousands or hundreds? Treasury of Scripture Of the Levites, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel: of the Aaronites, Zadok: Hashabiah 1 Chronicles 26:30 And of the Hebronites, Hashabiah and his brethren, men of valour, a thousand and seven hundred, were officers among them of Israel on this side Jordan westward in all the business of the LORD, and in the service of the king. of the Aaronites 1 Chronicles 12:27,28 And Jehoiada was the leader of the Aaronites, and with him were three thousand and seven hundred; … 1 Chronicles 24:4,31 And there were more chief men found of the sons of Eleazar than of the sons of Ithamar; and thus were they divided. Among the sons of Eleazar there were sixteen chief men of the house of their fathers, and eight among the sons of Ithamar according to the house of their fathers… Jump to Previous Aaron Aaronite Aaronites Hashabiah Hashabi'ah Kemuel Levi ZadokJump to Next Aaron Aaronite Aaronites Hashabiah Hashabi'ah Kemuel Levi Zadok1 Chronicles 27 1. The twelve captains for each month16. The princes of the twelve tribes 23. The numbering of the people is hindered 25. David's several officers over Levi was Hashabiah son of Kemuel; The tribe of Levi was set apart for religious duties and service in the tabernacle and later the temple. Hashabiah, a Levite, is mentioned here as a leader, indicating his role in overseeing the Levitical duties. The Levites were responsible for the care of the sanctuary and assisting the priests, who were descendants of Aaron. Hashabiah's lineage, being the son of Kemuel, suggests a respected family within the tribe, possibly indicating a hereditary position of leadership. The name Hashabiah means "Yahweh has considered," reflecting a common practice of naming that acknowledges God's providence. The Levites' role is crucial in maintaining the spiritual life of Israel, and their leadership is often highlighted in the Old Testament, as seen in Numbers 3:6-13, where the Levites are given to Aaron to assist in the priestly duties. over Aaron was Zadok; Persons / Places / Events 1. HashabiahA Levite leader mentioned in this passage, Hashabiah was responsible for overseeing the Levites. His name means "Yahweh has considered" or "Yahweh has regarded," reflecting a divine acknowledgment or favor. 2. Kemuel The father of Hashabiah, though not much is detailed about him in this passage, his name means "God's congregation" or "assembly of God," indicating a heritage of faith. 3. Levites A tribe of Israel set apart for religious duties and temple service. They were descendants of Levi, one of Jacob's sons, and played a crucial role in the spiritual life of Israel. 4. Zadok A priest from the line of Aaron, Zadok was a significant figure in the priesthood, known for his faithfulness and service during King David's reign. His name means "righteous" or "just." 5. Aaronites Descendants of Aaron, the brother of Moses, who were designated as priests. They held a special status among the Levites, responsible for performing sacrifices and maintaining the sanctuary. Teaching Points Faithful LeadershipThe roles of Hashabiah and Zadok remind us of the importance of faithful and righteous leadership in spiritual communities. Leaders are called to serve with integrity and dedication. Heritage of Faith The mention of lineage, such as "son of Kemuel," underscores the value of a spiritual heritage. We are encouraged to pass down faith and values to future generations. Service and Responsibility The Levites and Aaronites had specific duties that required commitment and diligence. Believers today are called to serve in their communities with the same dedication. Righteousness and Justice Zadok's name meaning "righteous" serves as a reminder of the call to live justly and uphold righteousness in all aspects of life. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 27:17?2. How does 1 Chronicles 27:17 illustrate the importance of organized leadership in faith? 3. What role did the Levites play in Israel's governance according to this verse? 4. How can we apply the leadership structure in 1 Chronicles 27:17 today? 5. What scriptural connections exist between 1 Chronicles 27:17 and other leadership examples in the Bible? 6. How does 1 Chronicles 27:17 encourage us to support our church leaders? 7. Who was Hashabiah in 1 Chronicles 27:17, and what was his role among the Levites? 8. Why were the Levites significant in the context of 1 Chronicles 27:17? 9. How does 1 Chronicles 27:17 reflect the organization of Israelite society? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 27? 11. How do we reconcile the differences between 1 Chronicles 17 and 2 Samuel 7 regarding the details of God's covenant with David? 12. Who was Ahithophel in the Bible? 13. What role did Issachar's tribe play in Israel? 14. In 2 Chronicles 2:4, how can a temple truly contain God if other passages assert He cannot be confined? What Does 1 Chronicles 27:17 Mean Levi was Hashabiah son of Kemuel“...over the Levites was Hashabiah son of Kemuel...” (1 Chronicles 27:17a) • David’s military and civic organization in this chapter includes spiritual oversight; the Levites are placed under a godly leader, not under a general. • Hashabiah, already noted among the temple servants in 1 Chronicles 24:20, shows how God raises proven men for expanded responsibility (compare Luke 16:10). • The Levites’ charge went beyond temple music and gatekeeping (1 Chronicles 23:4–5); they taught the Law throughout Judah (2 Chronicles 17:8-9) and carried the ark when required (Numbers 1:50). • By naming Hashabiah specifically, Scripture reminds us that faithfulness in “hidden” service is seen and rewarded by God (Colossians 3:23-24). • Kemuel, Hashabiah’s father, is mentioned only here, a quiet witness that family faithfulness matters even when history records little else (Psalm 112:1-2). Takeaway: God honors and records individual Levites who steward their charge well, emphasizing that spiritual leadership is as essential to national security as military strength (Psalm 33:16-18). over Aaron was Zadok “...over the descendants of Aaron was Zadok.” (1 Chronicles 27:17b) • While all priests descend from Aaron, Zadok is singled out because of his unwavering loyalty to God’s anointed king, David (2 Samuel 8:17) and later Solomon (1 Kings 1:32-40). • His faithfulness fulfills God’s promise to raise up a priest who would walk before His anointed forever (1 Samuel 2:35). Ezekiel’s vision reserves future temple ministry for “the sons of Zadok” (Ezekiel 44:15), underscoring lasting covenant blessing. • Zadok’s oversight of the Aaronic line during David’s reign kept worship pure and the sacrificial system orderly (Leviticus 6:8-13; 1 Chronicles 16:39-40). • By pairing Zadok with Hashabiah, the text shows the complementary roles of Levites and priests—service and sacrifice—both pointing ahead to Christ, the ultimate High Priest and Servant (Hebrews 4:14; Mark 10:45). Takeaway: Zadok models steadfast devotion to God’s covenant, illustrating that leadership rooted in obedience secures a legacy of blessing (Proverbs 20:7). summary 1 Chronicles 27:17 highlights two trusted leaders: Hashabiah guiding the Levites’ service and Zadok safeguarding priestly worship. Their inclusion in David’s administrative roster teaches that nations thrive when spiritual duties are honored alongside civic and military tasks, and it assures believers that God records and rewards faithful ministry, no matter the sphere. (17) Of the Levites, Hashabiah.--Levi has two princes, one for the tribe and one for the great Aaronite branch. The literal rendering would be: To Levi, Hashabiah . . . to Aaron, Zadok. Zadok was the high priest (1Chronicles 24:3).Verse 17. - It is, perhaps, remarkable that Hashabiah - presumably a Gershonite - is not distinguished from the Hebronite (i.e. Kohathite) of the same name (1 Chronicles 26:30); some, however, think that our Hasha-biah is the Kohathite (see Smith's 'Bible Dictionary,' 1:759 b). For Zadok, see ch. 6:4, 12. He was of the line of Eleazar.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew over the Levitesלְלֵוִ֛י (lə·lê·wî) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3881: Levites -- descendant of Levi [was] Hashabiah חֲשַׁבְיָ֥ה (ḥă·šaḇ·yāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2811: Hashabiah -- 'Yah has taken account', the name of a number of Israelites son בֶן־ (ḇen-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Kemuel; קְמוּאֵ֖ל (qə·mū·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7055: Kemuel -- a relative of Abraham, also two Israelites over Aaron לְאַהֲרֹ֥ן (lə·’a·hă·rōn) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 175: Aaron -- an elder brother of Moses [was] Zadok; צָדֽוֹק׃ (ṣā·ḏō·wq) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6659: Zadok -- the name of several Israelites Links 1 Chronicles 27:17 NIV1 Chronicles 27:17 NLT 1 Chronicles 27:17 ESV 1 Chronicles 27:17 NASB 1 Chronicles 27:17 KJV 1 Chronicles 27:17 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 27:17 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 27:17 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 27:17 French Bible 1 Chronicles 27:17 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 27:17 Of Levi Hashabiah the son of Kemuel: (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |



