Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then the leaders of families, the officers of the tribes of Israel, the commanders of thousands and commanders of hundreds, and the officials in charge of the king’s work gave willingly. New Living Translation Then the family leaders, the leaders of the tribes of Israel, the generals and captains of the army, and the king’s administrative officers all gave willingly. English Standard Version Then the leaders of fathers’ houses made their freewill offerings, as did also the leaders of the tribes, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officers over the king’s work. Berean Standard Bible 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. Berean Literal Bible And the heads of the fathers, and the heads of the tribes of Israel, and the heads of the thousands and of the hundreds, and the heads of the work of the king, offered freely. King James Bible Then the chief of the fathers and princes of the tribes of Israel, and the captains of thousands and of hundreds, with the rulers of the king's work, offered willingly, New King James Version Then the leaders of the fathers’ houses, leaders of the tribes of Israel, the captains of thousands and of hundreds, with the officers over the king’s work, offered willingly. New American Standard Bible Then the rulers of the fathers’ households, the leaders of the tribes of Israel, and the commanders of thousands and hundreds, with the supervisors of the king’s work, offered willingly; NASB 1995 Then the rulers of the fathers’ households, and the princes of the tribes of Israel, and the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, with the overseers over the king’s work, offered willingly; NASB 1977 Then the rulers of the fathers’ households, and the princes of the tribes of Israel, and the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, with the overseers over the king’s work, offered willingly; Legacy Standard Bible Then the commanders of the fathers’ households, and the commanders of the tribes of Israel, and the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, with the commanders of the king’s work, offered willingly; Amplified Bible Then the rulers of the fathers’ households, and leaders of the tribes of Israel, and the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, with the overseers of the king’s work, offered willingly Berean Annotated Bible Then the leaders of the families, the officers of the tribes of Israel (he wrestles with God), the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officials in charge of the king’s work gave willingly. Christian Standard Bible Then the leaders of the households, the leaders of the tribes of Israel, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officials in charge of the king’s work gave willingly. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then the leaders of the households, the leaders of the tribes of Israel, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officials in charge of the king’s work gave willingly. American Standard Version Then the princes of the fathers' houses, and the princes of the tribes of Israel, and the captains of thousands and of hundreds, with the rulers over the king's work, offered willingly; Contemporary English Version After David finished speaking, the family leaders, the tribal leaders, the army commanders, and the government officials voluntarily gave gifts English Revised Version Then the princes of the fathers' houses, and the princes of the tribes of Israel, and the captains of thousands and of hundreds, with the rulers over the king's work, offered willingly; GOD'S WORD® Translation Then the leaders of the families, the leaders of the tribes of Israel, the commanders of regiments and battalions, and the officials in charge of the king's work gave generously. Good News Translation Then the heads of the clans, the officials of the tribes, the commanders of the army, and the administrators of the royal property volunteered to give International Standard Version So the leaders of the ancestral households presented their voluntary offerings, as did the leaders of the tribes, the commanders of thousands and hundreds, and the officials in charge of the king's business. NET Bible The leaders of the families, the leaders of the Israelite tribes, the commanders of units of a thousand and a hundred, and the supervisors of the king's work contributed willingly. New Heart English Bible Then the leaders of the ancestral houses, and the leaders of the tribes of Israel, and the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, with the officers over the king's work, offered willingly; Webster's Bible Translation Then the chief of the fathers and princes of the tribes of Israel, and the captains of thousands and of hundreds, with the rulers over the king's work, offered willingly, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen 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. World English Bible Then the princes of the fathers’ households, and the princes of the tribes of Israel, and the captains of thousands and of hundreds, with the rulers over the king’s work, offered willingly; Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the heads of the fathers, and the heads of the tribes of Israel, and the heads of the thousands, and of the hundreds, and of the heads of the work of the king, offer willingly. Berean Literal Bible And the heads of the fathers, and the heads of the tribes of Israel, and the heads of the thousands and of the hundreds, and the heads of the work of the king, offered freely. Young's Literal Translation And the heads of the fathers, and the heads of the tribes of Israel, and the heads of the thousands, and of the hundreds, even to the heads of the work of the king, offer willingly. Smith's Literal Translation And the chiefs of the fathers will show themselves willing, and the chiefs of the tribes of Israel, and the chiefs of thousands and of hundreds, and for the chiefs of the king's work, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThen the heads of the families, and the princes of the tribes of Israel, and the captains of thousands, and of hundreds, and the overseers of the king's possessions promised, Catholic Public Domain Version And so the leaders of the families, and the nobles of the tribes of Israel, as well as the tribunes and the centurions and the overseers of the king’s possessions, promised New American Bible Then the heads of the families, the tribal commanders of Israel, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and those who had command of the king’s affairs came forward willingly New Revised Standard Version Then the leaders of ancestral houses made their freewill offerings, as did also the leaders of the tribes, the commanders of the thousands and of the hundreds, and the officers over the king’s work. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen the chiefs of the fathers and the princes of the tribes of Israel and the commanders of thousands and of hundreds and the overseers of the king's work gathered together Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the Chiefs of the fathers assembled, and the Chiefs of the tribes of Israel, and the Chiefs of thousands and of hundreds, and of those who are authorized over the work of the King. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Then the princes of the fathers' houses, and the princes of the tribes of Israel, and the captains of thousands and of hundreds, with the rulers over the king's work, offered willingly; Brenton Septuagint Translation Then the heads of families, and the princes of the children of Israel, and the captains of thousands and captains of hundreds, and the overseers of the works, and the king's builders, offered willingly. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Offerings for the Temple…5for the gold work and the silver work, and for all the work to be done by the craftsmen. Now who will volunteer to consecrate himself to the LORD today?” 6Then the leaders of the households, 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. 7Toward the service of God’s house they gave 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, 10,000 talents of silver, 18,000 talents of bronze, and 100,000 talents of iron.… Cross References Then the leaders of the families, Numbers 7:2 And the leaders of Israel, the heads of their families, presented an offering. These men were the tribal leaders who had supervised the registration. Exodus 6:14 These were the heads of their fathers’ houses: The sons of Reuben, the firstborn of Israel, were Hanoch and Pallu, Hezron and Carmi. These were the clans of Reuben. Ezra 1:5 So the family heads of Judah and Benjamin, along with the priests and Levites—everyone whose spirit God had stirred—prepared to go up and rebuild the house of the LORD in Jerusalem. the officers of the tribes of Israel, 1 Chronicles 27:16-22 These 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; / over Levi was Hashabiah son of Kemuel; over Aaron was Zadok; / over Judah was Elihu, one of David’s brothers; over Issachar was Omri son of Michael; … Deuteronomy 1:15 So I took the leaders of your tribes, wise and respected men, and appointed them as leaders over you—as commanders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens, and as officers for your tribes. Numbers 1:16 These men were appointed from the congregation; they were the leaders of the tribes of their fathers, the heads of the clans of Israel. the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, Numbers 31:14 But Moses was angry with the officers of the army—the commanders of thousands and commanders of hundreds—who were returning from the battle. 2 Chronicles 1:2 Then Solomon spoke to all Israel, to the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, to the judges, and to every leader in all Israel—the heads of the families. 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. and the officials in charge of the king’s work 1 Kings 9:23 They were also the chief officers over Solomon’s projects: 550 supervisors over the people who did the work. 2 Chronicles 8:10 They were also the chief officers for King Solomon: 250 supervisors. 1 Kings 5:16 not including his 3,300 foremen who supervised the workers. gave willingly. Exodus 35:29 So all the men and women of the Israelites whose hearts prompted them brought a freewill offering to the LORD for all the work that the LORD through Moses had commanded them to do. 2 Corinthians 8:3 For I testify that they gave according to their ability and even beyond it. Of their own accord, 2 Corinthians 9:7 Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver. Exodus 35:20-29 Then the whole congregation of Israel withdrew from the presence of Moses. / And everyone whose heart stirred him and whose spirit prompted him came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the Tent of Meeting, for all its services, and for the holy garments. / So all who had willing hearts, both men and women, came and brought brooches and earrings, rings and necklaces, and all kinds of gold jewelry. And they all presented their gold as a wave offering to the LORD. … Treasury of Scripture Then the chief of the fathers and princes of the tribes of Israel and the captains of thousands and of hundreds, with the rulers of the king's work, offered willingly, the chief 1 Chronicles 27:1 Now the children of Israel after their number, to wit, the chief fathers and captains of thousands and hundreds, and their officers that served the king in any matter of the courses, which came in and went out month by month throughout all the months of the year, of every course were twenty and four thousand. Isaiah 60:3-10 And the Gentiles shall come to thy light, and kings to the brightness of thy rising… the rulers 1 Chronicles 27:25 And over the king's treasures was Azmaveth the son of Adiel: and over the storehouses in the fields, in the cities, and in the villages, and in the castles, was Jehonathan the son of Uzziah: 2 Corinthians 9:7 Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. Jump to Previous Business Captains Charge Chief Chiefs Commanders Controllers Families Fathers Freely Freewill Heads Households Houses Hundreds Israel King's Leaders Offer Offered Offerings Officers Officials Overseers Princes Rulers Themselves Thousands Tribes Willingly WorkJump to Next Business Captains Charge Chief Chiefs Commanders Controllers Families Fathers Freely Freewill Heads Households Houses Hundreds Israel King's Leaders Offer Offered Offerings Officers Officials Overseers Princes Rulers Themselves Thousands Tribes Willingly Work1 Chronicles 29 1. David, by his example and entreaty6. causes the princes and people to offer willingly 10. David's thanksgiving and prayer 20. The people, having blessed God, and sacrificed, make Solomon king. 26. David's reign and death Then the leaders of the families This phrase refers to the heads of the ancestral houses or clans within Israel. In the tribal society of ancient Israel, family leaders held significant authority and responsibility. They were often involved in decision-making processes and represented their families in communal matters. This structure is seen throughout the Old Testament, where family lineage and leadership are emphasized, such as in the genealogies of Genesis and the division of land in Joshua. 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 Persons / Places / Events 1. Leaders of the FamiliesThese are the heads of the various family groups within the tribes of Israel, responsible for guiding and representing their families. 2. Officers of the Tribes of Israel These are the appointed leaders within each of the twelve tribes, tasked with governance and organization. 3. Commanders of Thousands and Hundreds Military leaders responsible for the organization and command of Israel's army, divided into units of thousands and hundreds. 4. Officials in Charge of the King’s Work These are the administrators and overseers of the projects and tasks assigned by the king, including the construction of the temple. 5. The Event of Giving This verse describes a significant moment where the leaders and officials of Israel come together to contribute willingly to the building of the temple, demonstrating unity and dedication to God's work. Teaching Points Willingness in GivingThe leaders gave willingly, setting an example of generosity and commitment to God's work. Our giving should be motivated by a willing heart, not out of compulsion. Leadership and Responsibility The leaders took initiative in giving, demonstrating that those in positions of authority have a responsibility to lead by example in supporting God's work. Unity in Purpose The collective action of the leaders shows the power of unity in achieving a common goal. As believers, we should strive for unity in our efforts to serve God. Stewardship of Resources The leaders' willingness to give reflects good stewardship of their resources. We are called to manage our resources wisely and use them for God's glory. Encouragement to Others The leaders' actions likely inspired others to give. Our willingness to serve and give can encourage and motivate others in their faith journey. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 29:6?2. How does 1 Chronicles 29:6 demonstrate leadership in giving to God's work? 3. What role do leaders play in inspiring generosity according to 1 Chronicles 29:6? 4. How can we emulate the leaders' willingness to give in our own lives? 5. What other biblical examples show leaders encouraging others to support God's work? 6. How can we encourage our community to give generously like in 1 Chronicles 29:6? 7. What does 1 Chronicles 29:6 reveal about leadership and responsibility in biblical times? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 29:6 reflect the communal aspect of worship in ancient Israel? 9. What historical evidence supports the events described in 1 Chronicles 29:6? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 29? 11. Could the overwhelming generosity described in 1 Chronicles 29:6–9 be an exaggeration or literary device rather than a historical record? 12. What role did the Tribe of Levi serve biblically? 13. In 1 Chronicles 15:29, Michal criticizes David's dance--does this episode conflict with the portrayal of Michal in 2 Samuel, creating an inconsistency in her character and motives? 14. Does God desire sacrifices? (Hosea 6:6 vs. Exodus 29:18) What Does 1 Chronicles 29:6 Mean ThenThe verse opens with a word that anchors us in a specific moment. It looks back to David’s public appeal for resources to build the temple (1 Chron 29:1-5) and forward to the immediate, unified response. • “Then” highlights cause and effect: as soon as godly leadership cast the vision, the people moved (cf. Exodus 35:20-21, where Moses’ call for the tabernacle stirred a similar response). • It underscores that obedience is timely, not delayed. Psalm 119:60 says, “I hurried without hesitating to keep Your commandments”. the leaders of the families Heads of households stepped up first. • Family is the basic unit of covenant life; when fathers and mothers model faith, entire homes are blessed (Joshua 24:15; Deuteronomy 6:6-7). • Their generosity affirmed their authority came from God and was to be exercised for God. • By leading the way, they removed excuses for everyone else. the officers of the tribes of Israel These were tribal administrators charged with civil governance (Numbers 1:4; Deuteronomy 29:10). • Their participation shows that civic duty and spiritual devotion are not rivals. Governing well includes supporting worship. • They demonstrated that public office is a trust from God, best honored through humility and generosity (Proverbs 29:2). the commanders of thousands and of hundreds Military leaders—men used to ordering troops—now take orders from the Lord. • Their gifts acknowledged that victory and security come from God, not merely from armies (Psalm 20:7-8). • When those accustomed to wielding power surrender resources, it legitimizes the call for everyone else (2 Samuel 23:15-17 offers a similar picture of warriors gladly sacrificing). and the officials in charge of the king’s work These were royal stewards overseeing agriculture, treasuries, and building projects (1 Chronicles 27:25-31; 2 Chronicles 34:12). • Their inclusion reminds us that all skills—administration, craftsmanship, finance—are gifts to be laid at God’s feet (Colossians 3:23-24). • They balanced secular responsibilities with sacred priorities, proving the two can harmonize when God is first. gave willingly The climactic phrase. No coercion, no tax—only joyful surrender. • Willingness is the mark of true worship (Exodus 35:5, 29; 2 Corinthians 9:7). • Generosity flowed from hearts already devoted to the Lord; money followed affection (Matthew 6:21). • Their response foreshadowed the ultimate willing gift—Christ “who gave Himself for us” (Galatians 1:4). summary 1 Chronicles 29:6 shows a cascade of voluntary generosity, beginning with family heads and rippling through every stratum of leadership. Each group, whether domestic, civic, military, or administrative, models timely, wholehearted giving. Their united response confirms that when God’s people honor Him first, resources follow, worship deepens, and the community is strengthened. (6) Then the chief of the fathers.--And the princes of the clans, &c., volunteered, showed themselves liberal (n?dib: 1Chronicles 28:21; comp. Proverbs 19:6).Chief . . . princes . . . captains . . . rulers.--All these words represent a single Hebrew term (s?rim). Princes of the clans or houses = heads of the houses elsewhere. With the rulers of the king's work.--The stewards or bailiffs of the royal domains (1Chronicles 27:25-31). The construction here is like that in 1Chronicles 28:21. The particle rendered "with" (le) appears to mean much the same as '?d, "even unto," assigning an inclusive limit. Verse 6. - The response was hearty; it comprised voluntary gifts from the most of those mentioned in 1 Chronicles 28:1; and described in 1 Chronicles 27:16-31. For the rulers of the king's work, see 1 Chronicles 27:26; 1 Chronicles 28:1. As the more general term "work" is employed, we are not bound to confine the expression to include only those who managed "the substance and cattle" of 1 Chronicles 28:1.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Then the leadersשָׂרֵ֨י (śā·rê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince of the households, הָאָב֜וֹת (hā·’ā·ḇō·wṯ) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1: Father the officers וְשָׂרֵ֣י ׀ (wə·śā·rê) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince of the tribes שִׁבְטֵ֣י (šiḇ·ṭê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 7626: Rod, staff, club, scepter, tribe of Israel, יִשְׂרָאֵ֗ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc the commanders וְשָׂרֵ֤י (wə·śā·rê) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince of thousands הָאֲלָפִים֙ (hā·’ă·lā·p̄îm) Article | Number - masculine plural Strong's 505: A thousand and of hundreds, וְהַמֵּא֔וֹת (wə·ham·mê·’ō·wṯ) Conjunctive waw, Article | Number - feminine plural Strong's 3967: A hundred and the officials וּלְשָׂרֵ֖י (ū·lə·śā·rê) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince in charge of the king’s הַמֶּֽלֶךְ׃ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king work מְלֶ֥אכֶת (mə·le·ḵeṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 4399: Deputyship, ministry, employment, work, property gave willingly. וַיִּֽתְנַדְּבוּ֩ (way·yiṯ·nad·də·ḇū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hitpael - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 5068: To impel, to volunteer, to present spontaneously Links 1 Chronicles 29:6 NIV1 Chronicles 29:6 NLT 1 Chronicles 29:6 ESV 1 Chronicles 29:6 NASB 1 Chronicles 29:6 KJV 1 Chronicles 29:6 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 29:6 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 29:6 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 29:6 French Bible 1 Chronicles 29:6 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 29:6 Then the princes of the fathers' houses (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |
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