1 Chronicles 27:2
New International Version
In charge of the first division, for the first month, was Jashobeam son of Zabdiel. There were 24,000 men in his division.

New Living Translation
Jashobeam son of Zabdiel was commander of the first division of 24,000 troops, which was on duty during the first month.

English Standard Version
Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel was in charge of the first division in the first month; in his division were 24,000.

Berean Standard Bible
Jashobeam son of Zabdiel was in charge of the first division, which was assigned the first month. There were 24,000 men in his division.

King James Bible
Over the first course for the first month was Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.

New King James Version
Over the first division for the first month was Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel, and in his division were twenty-four thousand;

New American Standard Bible
Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel was in charge of the first division for the first month; and in his division were twenty-four thousand.

NASB 1995
Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel had charge of the first division for the first month; and in his division were 24,000.

NASB 1977
Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel had charge of the first division for the first month; and in his division were 24,000.

Legacy Standard Bible
Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel was over the first division for the first month; and in his division were 24,000.

Amplified Bible
Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel was in charge of the first division for the first month; and in his division were 24,000.

Christian Standard Bible
Jashobeam son of Zabdiel was in charge of the first division, for the first month; 24,000 were in his division.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Jashobeam son of Zabdiel was in charge of the first division, for the first month; 24,000 were in his division.

American Standard Version
Over the first course for the first month was Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.

Contemporary English Version
In the first month, Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel,

English Revised Version
Over the first course for the first month was Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Jashobeam, son of Zabdiel, was in charge of the first unit, the one during the first month. In his unit there were 24,000.

International Standard Version
Zabdiel's son Jashobeam was responsible for the first division of 24,000 soldiers for the first month.

Majority Standard Bible
Jashobeam son of Zabdiel was in charge of the first division, which was assigned the first month. There were 24,000 men in his division.

NET Bible
Jashobeam son of Zabdiel was in charge of the first division, which was assigned the first month. His division consisted of 24,000 men.

New Heart English Bible
Over the first division for the first month was Jeshbaal the son of Zabdiel: and in his division were twenty-four thousand.

Webster's Bible Translation
Over the first course for the first month was Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.

World English Bible
Over the first division for the first month was Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel. In his division were twenty-four thousand.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Over the first division for the first month [is] Jashobeam son of Zabdiel, and twenty-four thousand [are] on his division;

Young's Literal Translation
Over the first course, for the first month, is Jashobeam son of Zabdiel, and on his course are twenty and four thousand;

Smith's Literal Translation
Over the first division for the first month, Jashobeam, son of Zabdiel: and upon his division twenty and four thousand.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Over the first company the first month Jesboam, the son of Zabdiel was chief, and under him were four and twenty thousand.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Jashobeam, the son of Zabdiel, was in charge of the first company in the first month; and under him were twenty-four thousand.

New American Bible
Over the first division for the first month was Ishbaal, son of Zabdiel, and in his division were twenty-four thousand men;

New Revised Standard Version
Jashobeam son of Zabdiel was in charge of the first division in the first month; in his division were twenty-four thousand.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Over the first division for the first month was Shaabam the son of Zabdiel; and in his division were twenty-four thousand.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Over the first division for the first month: Shabaam, son of Zabdeil, and with his division, twenty and four thousand.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Over the first course for the first month was Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel; and in his course were twenty and four thousand.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And over the first division of the first month was Isboaz the son of Zabdiel: in his division were twenty-four thousand.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Twelve Captains for Each Month
1This 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: 2Jashobeam son of Zabdiel was in charge of the first division, which was assigned the first month. There were 24,000 men in his division. 3He was a descendant of Perez and chief of all the army commanders for the first month.…

Cross References
2 Samuel 23:8-39
These are the names of David’s mighty men: Josheb-basshebeth the Tahchemonite was chief of the Three. He wielded his spear against eight hundred men, whom he killed at one time. / Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite. As one of the three mighty men, he went with David to taunt the Philistines who had gathered for battle at Pas-dammim. The men of Israel retreated, / but Eleazar stood his ground and struck the Philistines until his hand grew weary and stuck to his sword. The LORD brought about a great victory that day. Then the troops returned to him, but only to plunder the dead. ...

1 Chronicles 11:10-47
Now these were the chiefs of David’s mighty men, who, together with all Israel, bolstered and strengthened his kingdom, according to the word of the LORD concerning Israel. / This is the list of David’s mighty men: Jashobeam son of Hachmoni was chief of the officers; he wielded his spear against three hundred men, whom he killed at one time. / Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite, one of the three mighty men. ...

2 Samuel 21:15-22
Once again the Philistines waged war against Israel, and David and his servants went down and fought against the Philistines. But David became exhausted. / Then Ishbi-benob, a descendant of Rapha, whose bronze spear weighed three hundred shekels and who was bearing a new sword, resolved to kill David. / But Abishai son of Zeruiah came to his aid, struck the Philistine, and killed him. Then David’s men swore to him, “You must never again go out with us to battle, so that the lamp of Israel may not be extinguished.” ...

1 Chronicles 12:23-40
Now these are the numbers of men armed for battle who came to David at Hebron to turn Saul’s kingdom over to him, in accordance with the word of the LORD: / From Judah: 6,800 armed troops bearing shields and spears. / From Simeon: 7,100 mighty men of valor, ready for battle. ...

2 Samuel 8:15-18
Thus David reigned over all Israel and administered justice and righteousness for all his people: / Joab son of Zeruiah was over the army; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; / Zadok son of Ahitub and Ahimelech son of Abiathar were priests; Seraiah was the scribe; ...

1 Kings 4:1-19
So King Solomon ruled over Israel, / and these were his chief officials: Azariah son of Zadok was the priest; / Elihoreph and Ahijah, the sons of Shisha, were secretaries; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; ...

1 Chronicles 18:14-17
Thus David reigned over all Israel and administered justice and righteousness for all his people: / Joab son of Zeruiah was over the army; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; / Zadok son of Ahitub and Ahimelech son of Abiathar were priests; Shavsha was the scribe; ...

2 Samuel 20:23-26
Now Joab was over the whole army of Israel; Benaiah son of Jehoiada was over the Cherethites and Pelethites; / Adoram was in charge of the forced labor; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; / Sheva was the scribe; Zadok and Abiathar were priests; ...

1 Chronicles 26:26-28
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. / They had dedicated some of the plunder from their battles to the repair of the house of the LORD. / Everything that had been dedicated by Samuel the seer, Saul son of Kish, Abner son of Ner, and Joab son of Zeruiah, along with everything else that was dedicated, was under the care of Shelomith and his brothers.

1 Chronicles 28:1
Now David summoned all the leaders of Israel to Jerusalem: the leaders of the tribes, the leaders of the divisions in the king’s service, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officials in charge of all the property and cattle of the king and his sons, along with the court officials and mighty men—every mighty man of valor.

1 Chronicles 29:6
Then the leaders of the families, the officers of the tribes of Israel, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officials in charge of the king’s work gave willingly.

1 Chronicles 9:22
The number of those chosen to be gatekeepers at the thresholds was 212. They were registered by genealogy in their villages. David and Samuel the seer had appointed them to their positions of trust.

1 Chronicles 23:1-2
When David was old and full of years, he installed his son Solomon as king over Israel. / Then he gathered all the leaders of Israel, as well as the priests and Levites.

1 Chronicles 24:1-19
These were the divisions of the descendants of Aaron. The sons of Aaron were Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. / But Nadab and Abihu died before their father did, and they had no sons; so Eleazar and Ithamar served as priests. / With the help of Eleazar’s descendant Zadok and Ithamar’s descendant Ahimelech, David divided them according to the offices of their service. ...

1 Chronicles 25:1-31
Additionally, David and the commanders of the army set apart some of the sons of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun to prophesy with the accompaniment of lyres, harps, and cymbals. The following is the list of the men who performed this service: / From the sons of Asaph: Zaccur, Joseph, Nethaniah, and Asarelah. These sons of Asaph were under the direction of Asaph, who prophesied under the direction of the king. / From the sons of Jeduthun: Gedaliah, Zeri, Jeshaiah, Shimei, Hashabiah, and Mattithiah—six in all—under the direction of their father Jeduthun, who prophesied with the harp, giving thanks and praise to the LORD. ...


Treasury of Scripture

Over the first course for the first month was Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.

Jashobeam

1 Chronicles 11:11
And this is the number of the mighty men whom David had; Jashobeam, an Hachmonite, the chief of the captains: he lifted up his spear against three hundred slain by him at one time.

2 Samuel 23:8
These be the names of the mighty men whom David had: The Tachmonite that sat in the seat, chief among the captains; the same was Adino the Eznite: he lift up his spear against eight hundred, whom he slew at one time.

Adino the Eznite

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Jashobeam son of Zabdiel
The name "Jashobeam" is of Hebrew origin, meaning "the people will return" or "the people will be restored." This name is significant in the context of Israel's history, as it reflects a theme of restoration and hope. Jashobeam is noted as a mighty warrior, one of David's chief captains, which underscores the importance of leadership and valor in the service of God's people. The mention of his father, "Zabdiel," whose name means "gift of God," further emphasizes the divine favor and blessing upon Jashobeam's lineage. This highlights the biblical principle that God often raises leaders from families that are devoted to Him.

was in charge of the first division
The phrase "in charge of the first division" indicates a position of significant authority and responsibility. In the military structure of ancient Israel, divisions were organized to maintain order and readiness for battle. Being in charge of the first division suggests that Jashobeam held a place of honor and trust, as the first division would set the standard for the others. This reflects the biblical theme of leadership by example, where those in authority are called to lead with integrity and courage.

for the first month
The "first month" refers to the month of Nisan in the Hebrew calendar, which is significant as it marks the beginning of the religious year. This month includes the celebration of Passover, a time of remembrance of God's deliverance of Israel from Egypt. The timing of Jashobeam's leadership during this month may symbolize a new beginning or a renewal of commitment to God's purposes. It serves as a reminder of the importance of aligning leadership and service with God's timing and seasons.

There were 24,000 men in his division
The number "24,000" signifies a substantial and well-organized military force. In biblical numerology, the number 24 can represent completeness and the fullness of God's provision. This large number of men under Jashobeam's command illustrates the strength and preparedness of Israel's army, as well as the importance of unity and cooperation among God's people. It also reflects the biblical principle that God equips His people with the necessary resources to fulfill their divine assignments.

(2) Over the first course.--Jashobeam son of Zabdiel was commander of the army corps appointed to be ready for service during the first month of the year. (See 1Chronicles 11:11.) The names of the twelve generals of division have already occurred in the list of David's heroes contained in that chapter.

In his course.--Heb., upon his course.

Verse 2. - Jashobeam is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 12:11 as son of Hachmoni, and as one of those "three mighties" of David, of whom the other two were Eleazar and Shammah (see also 1 Chronicles 12:6); he is again referred to (2 Samuel 23:8) in a verse of which the text is corrupt, as "the Tachmonite," or more correctly "the Tahh-cemonite." The tau in this word is probably an error for the article. Kennicott ('Dies.,' 72, 82) confirms this supposition by noting that the Book of Samuel constantly replaces by the definite article what appears in Chronicles as "son of." He has also shown reason for believing that the words in this passage, "that sat in the seat, are a corruption of the Hebrew text for characters that would spell our name "Jashobeam." We know nothing of this name "Hachmon," which may be the name of an earlier forefather, while Zabdiel, thence named "the Hach-monite," appears to Be the name of the actual father of Jashobeam. Jashobeam was of Judah.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Jashobeam
יָֽשָׁבְעָ֖ם (yā·šā·ḇə·‘ām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3434: Jashobeam -- 'people will return', one of David's heroes

son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Zabdiel
זַבְדִּיאֵ֑ל (zaḇ·dî·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2068: Zabdiel -- 'my gift is God', two Israelites

was in charge of
עַ֞ל (‘al)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the first
הָרִֽאשׁוֹנָה֙ (hā·ri·šō·w·nāh)
Article | Adjective - feminine singular
Strong's 7223: First, in place, time, rank

division,
הַמַּחֲלֹ֤קֶת (ham·ma·ḥă·lō·qeṯ)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4256: Division, course

[which was assigned] the first
הָרִאשׁ֔וֹן (hā·ri·šō·wn)
Article | Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 7223: First, in place, time, rank

month.
לַחֹ֣דֶשׁ (la·ḥō·ḏeš)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2320: The new moon, a month

[There were] 24,000
עֶשְׂרִ֥ים (‘eś·rîm)
Number - common plural
Strong's 6242: Twenty, twentieth

[men] in
וְעַל֙ (wə·‘al)
Conjunctive waw | Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

his division.
מַֽחֲלֻקְתּ֔וֹ (ma·ḥă·luq·tōw)
Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 4256: Division, course


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