1 Chronicles 9:10
New International Version
Of the priests: Jedaiah; Jehoiarib; Jakin;

New Living Translation
Among the priests who returned were Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, Jakin,

English Standard Version
Of the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, Jachin,

Berean Standard Bible
From the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, and Jachin;

King James Bible
And of the priests; Jedaiah, and Jehoiarib, and Jachin,

New King James Version
Of the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, and Jachin;

New American Standard Bible
From the priests were Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, Jachin,

NASB 1995
From the priests were Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, Jachin,

NASB 1977
And from the priests were Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, Jachin,

Legacy Standard Bible
From the priests were Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, Jachin,

Amplified Bible
Of the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, Jachin,

Christian Standard Bible
The priests: Jedaiah; Jehoiarib; Jachin;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The priests: Jedaiah; Jehoiarib; Jachin;

American Standard Version
And of the priests: Jedaiah, and Jehoiarib, Jachin,

English Revised Version
And of the priests; Jedaiah, and Jehoiarib, and Jachin;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
From the priests were Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, Jachin,

International Standard Version
From the priests there were Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, Jachin,

Majority Standard Bible
From the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, and Jachin;

NET Bible
From the priests: Jedaiah; Jehoiarib; Jakin;

New Heart English Bible
Of the priests: Jedaiah, and Jehoiarib, Jakin,

Webster's Bible Translation
And of the priests; Jedaiah, and Jehoiarib, and Jachin,

World English Bible
Of the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, Jachin,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And of the priests: Jedaiah, and Jehoiarib, and Jachin,

Young's Literal Translation
And of the priests: Jedaiah, and Jehoiarib, and Jachin,

Smith's Literal Translation
And from the priests: Jedaiah, and Jehoiarib, and Jachin,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And of the priests: Jedaia, Joiarib, and Jachin:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And from the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, and Jachin;

New American Bible
Among the priests were Jedaiah; Jehoiarib; Jachin;

New Revised Standard Version
Of the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, Jachin,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And of the priests: Jonadab, Jodaiah, and Zachim,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And of the Priests: Yunadab, Yuda, Zakim
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And of the priests: Jedaiah, and Jehoiarib, and Jachin;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And of the priests; Jodae, and Joarim, and Jachin,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The People of Jerusalem
9and 956 of their relatives according to their genealogy. All these men were heads of their families. 10From the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, and Jachin; 11Azariah son of Hilkiah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Zadok, the son of Meraioth, the son of Ahitub, the chief official of God’s temple;…

Cross References
Nehemiah 11:10-14
From the priests: Jedaiah son of Joiarib; Jachin; / Seraiah son of Hilkiah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Zadok, the son of Meraioth, the son of Ahitub, the chief official of the house of God; / and their associates who did the work at the temple—822 men; Adaiah son of Jeroham, the son of Pelaliah, the son of Amzi, the son of Zechariah, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malchijah; ...

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 23:1-6
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. / The Levites thirty years of age or older were counted, and the total number of men was 38,000. ...

2 Chronicles 31:2
Hezekiah reestablished the divisions of the priests and Levites—each of them according to their duties as priests or Levites—for the burnt offerings and peace offerings, for ministry, for giving thanks, and for singing praises at the gates of the LORD’s dwelling.

Ezra 2:36-39
The priests: The descendants of Jedaiah (through the house of Jeshua), 973; / the descendants of Immer, 1,052; / the descendants of Pashhur, 1,247; ...

Nehemiah 7:39-42
The priests: the descendants of Jedaiah (through the house of Jeshua), 973; / the descendants of Immer, 1,052; / the descendants of Pashhur, 1,247; ...

1 Chronicles 6:1-15
The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. / The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. / The children of Amram: Aaron, Moses, and Miriam. The sons of Aaron: Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. ...

1 Chronicles 6:49
But Aaron and his sons did all the work of the Most Holy Place. They presented the offerings on the altar of burnt offering and on the altar of incense to make atonement for Israel, according to all that Moses the servant of God had commanded.

2 Chronicles 29:25
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.

2 Chronicles 35:3-5
To the Levites who taught all Israel and were holy to the LORD, Josiah said: “Put the holy ark in the temple built by Solomon son of David king of Israel. It is not to be carried around on your shoulders. Now serve the LORD your God and His people Israel. / Prepare yourselves by families in your divisions, according to the instructions written by David king of Israel and Solomon his son. / Moreover, stand in the Holy Place by the divisions of the families of your kinsmen the lay people, and by the divisions of the families of the Levites.

1 Kings 8:4
and they brought up the ark of the LORD and the Tent of Meeting with all its sacred furnishings. So the priests and Levites carried them up.

2 Chronicles 5:5
and they brought up the ark and the Tent of Meeting with all its sacred furnishings. The Levitical priests carried them up.

Matthew 23:2-3
“The scribes and Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat. / So practice and observe everything they tell you. But do not do what they do, for they do not practice what they preach.

Luke 1:5
In the time of Herod king of Judea there was a priest named Zechariah, who belonged to the priestly division of Abijah, and whose wife Elizabeth was a descendant of Aaron.

Hebrews 7:11
Now if perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood (for on this basis the people received the law), why was there still need for another priest to appear—one in the order of Melchizedek and not in the order of Aaron?


Treasury of Scripture

And of the priests; Jedaiah, and Jehoiarib, and Jachin,

Jehoiarib

Nehemiah 11:10
Of the priests: Jedaiah the son of Joiarib, Jachin.

Nehemiah 12:19
And of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

Joiarib

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1 Chronicles 9
1. The original of Israel and Judah's genealogies
2. The Israelites
10. The priests
14. and the Levites, with Nethinims, who dwelt in Jerusalem
27. The charge of certain Levites
35. The stock of Saul and Jonathan














From the priests:
The mention of priests here highlights the importance of the priestly role in Israel's religious life. Priests were responsible for performing sacrifices, maintaining the temple, and teaching the law. Their presence in the genealogies underscores the continuity of worship and the centrality of the temple in post-exilic Jerusalem. The priesthood was established through Aaron, and their duties were outlined in the Mosaic Law, emphasizing their role as mediators between God and the people.

Jedaiah:
Jedaiah is a name that appears multiple times in the Old Testament, often associated with priestly lines. The name means "Yahweh knows" or "Yahweh has known," reflecting a deep connection to God. In the context of 1 Chronicles, Jedaiah represents the continuity of the priestly line after the Babylonian exile. This continuity was crucial for re-establishing proper worship in Jerusalem. Jedaiah is also mentioned in Nehemiah 11:10, indicating his family's return to Jerusalem and their role in rebuilding the community.

Jehoiarib:
Jehoiarib is noted as the head of one of the 24 priestly divisions established by King David, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 24. The division of priests into 24 courses allowed for an organized system of temple service, ensuring that worship and sacrifices were conducted regularly. The name Jehoiarib means "Yahweh contends" or "Yahweh pleads," suggesting a divine advocacy. This division's mention in the post-exilic context highlights the restoration of Davidic worship practices.

and Jachin;
Jachin, meaning "He will establish," is another head of a priestly division. The name is also associated with one of the two pillars at the entrance of Solomon's Temple, symbolizing stability and strength (1 Kings 7:21). The inclusion of Jachin in the genealogies signifies the re-establishment of the temple's spiritual and physical foundations. The priestly line of Jachin, like Jehoiarib, was part of the organized worship system that was crucial for maintaining the religious identity of the Israelites after their return from exile.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jedaiah
A priestly family mentioned in the genealogies of the Israelites. The name Jedaiah means "Yahweh has known" or "Yahweh knows," indicating a divine acknowledgment or recognition.

2. Jehoiarib
Another priestly family, with the name meaning "Yahweh contends" or "Yahweh will plead." This family is significant in the priestly divisions established by King David.

3. Jachin
A priestly family whose name means "He will establish." This name is also associated with one of the two pillars at the entrance of Solomon's Temple, symbolizing stability and strength.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Lineage and Heritage
The mention of specific priestly families underscores the importance of lineage in maintaining the spiritual and religious heritage of Israel. It reminds us of the value of spiritual legacy and the role of family in faith.

God's Faithfulness in Restoration
The return of these priestly families to Jerusalem after the exile is a testament to God's faithfulness in restoring His people. It encourages believers to trust in God's promises of restoration and renewal.

Roles and Responsibilities in God's Kingdom
Each priestly family had specific roles and responsibilities, highlighting the importance of serving according to one's calling. This teaches us to embrace our unique roles within the body of Christ.

Symbolism of Names and Their Meanings
The meanings of the names Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, and Jachin reflect aspects of God's character and His relationship with His people. This invites us to reflect on how our names and identities can reflect God's work in our lives.(10-13) The priests resident in Jerusalem. (Comp. Nehemiah 11:10-14.)

(10) And of the priests; Jedaiah, and Jehoiarib, and Jaehin.--These three names do not designate persons, but three of the priestly courses, or classes, instituted by David according to 1 Chronicles 24, of which Jehoiarib was the first, Jedaiah the second, and Jachin the twenty-first. Nehemiah 11:10 has "Jehoiarib son of Jedaiah," a mistake of the scribe. (Comp. 1Chronicles 9:7 and Note; cf. also Ezra 2:36; Nehemiah 12:6.) . . .

Verse 10. - This verse is correct in not calling (as does Nehemiah 11:10) Jedaiah the son of Jehoiarib, or as it is there written Joiarib. The origin of the names of these three priest families is found in 1 Chronicles 24:7, 17.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
From
וּמִן־ (ū·min-)
Conjunctive waw | Preposition
Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of

the priests:
הַֽכֹּהֲנִ֑ים (hak·kō·hă·nîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3548: Priest

Jedaiah;
יְדַֽעְיָ֥ה (yə·ḏa‘·yāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3048: Jedaiah -- 'Yah has known', the name of several Israelites

Jehoiarib;
וִיהוֹיָרִ֖יב (wî·hō·w·yā·rîḇ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3080: Joiarib -- 'the LORD contends', two Israelites, also a priestly family

Jachin;
וְיָכִֽין׃ (wə·yā·ḵîn)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3199: Jachin -- 'He will establish', an Israelite name


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