1 Chronicles 9:9
New International Version
The people from Benjamin, as listed in their genealogy, numbered 956. All these men were heads of their families.

New Living Translation
These men were all leaders of clans, and they were listed in their genealogical records. In all, 956 families from the tribe of Benjamin returned.

English Standard Version
and their kinsmen according to their generations, 956. All these were heads of fathers’ houses according to their fathers’ houses.

Berean Standard Bible
and 956 of their relatives according to their genealogy. All these men were heads of their families.

King James Bible
And their brethren, according to their generations, nine hundred and fifty and six. All these men were chief of the fathers in the house of their fathers.

New King James Version
and their brethren, according to their generations—nine hundred and fifty-six. All these men were heads of a father’s house in their fathers’ houses.

New American Standard Bible
and their relatives according to their generations, 956. All these men were heads of fathers’ households according to their fathers’ houses.

NASB 1995
and their relatives according to their generations, 956. All these were heads of fathers’ households according to their fathers’ houses.

NASB 1977
and their relatives according to their generations, 956. All these were heads of fathers’ households according to their fathers’ houses.

Legacy Standard Bible
and their relatives according to their generations, 956. All these were heads of fathers’ households according to their fathers’ houses.

Amplified Bible
and their relatives according to their generations, 956. All these men were heads of fathers’ households according to their fathers’ houses.

Christian Standard Bible
and their relatives according to their family records—956 in all. All these men were heads of their ancestral families.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
and 956 of their relatives according to their genealogical records. All these men were heads of their ancestral houses.

American Standard Version
and their brethren, according to their generations, nine hundred and fifty and six. All these men were heads of fathers' houses by their fathers' houses.

English Revised Version
and their brethren, according to their generations, nine hundred and fifty and six. All these men were heads of fathers houses by their fathers' houses.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
and their relatives according to their ancestry. All of these men were heads of their families. A total of 956 of them lived in Jerusalem.

Good News Translation
There were 956 families of this tribe living there. All the men named above were heads of families.

International Standard Version
along with 956 of their relatives according to their generations. All of these were leaders of families according to their ancestral households.

Majority Standard Bible
and 956 of their relatives according to their genealogy. All these men were heads of their families.

NET Bible
Their relatives, listed in their genealogical records, numbered 956. All these men were leaders of their families.

New Heart English Bible
and their brothers, according to their generations, nine hundred fifty-six. All these men were heads of ancestral houses by their fathers' houses.

Webster's Bible Translation
And their brethren, according to their generations, nine hundred and fifty and six. All these men were chief of the fathers in the house of their fathers.

World English Bible
and their brothers, according to their generations, nine hundred fifty-six. All these men were heads of fathers’ households by their fathers’ houses.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And their brothers, according to their generations, [are] nine hundred and fifty-six. All these [are] men, heads of fathers, according to the house of their fathers.

Young's Literal Translation
And their brethren, according to their generations, are nine hundred and fifty and six. All these are men, heads of fathers, according to the house of their fathers.

Smith's Literal Translation
And their brethren for their generations, nine hundred and fifty and six. All these men heads of the fathers to the house of their fathers.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And their brethren by their families, nine hundred and fifty-six. All these were heads of their families, by the houses of their fathers.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and their brothers according to their families, nine hundred fifty-six. All these were leaders of their kindred, according to the houses of their fathers.

New American Bible
Their kindred of various families were nine hundred and fifty-six. All those named were heads of their ancestral houses.

New Revised Standard Version
and their kindred according to their generations, nine hundred fifty-six. All these were heads of families according to their ancestral houses.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And their brethren, according to their generations, nine hundred and ninety-nine. All these were valiant men, captains over hundreds according to their fathers' houses.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And their brothers for their families, nine hundred and ninety and nine, all these mighty men of the army, Chiefs of hundreds for their families.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and their brethren, according to their generations, nine hundred and fifty and six. All these men were heads of fathers' houses by their fathers' houses.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and their brethren according to their generations, nine hundred and fifty-six, all the men were heads of families according to the houses of their fathers.

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Context
The People of Jerusalem
8Ibneiah son of Jeroham; Elah son of Uzzi, the son of Michri; Meshullam son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah; 9and 956 of their relatives according to their genealogy. All these men were heads of their families. 10From the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, and Jachin;…

Cross References
Nehemiah 11:6
The descendants of Perez who settled in Jerusalem totaled 468 men of valor.

Ezra 2:3-35
the descendants of Parosh, 2,172; / the descendants of Shephatiah, 372; / the descendants of Arah, 775; ...

Nehemiah 7:8-38
the descendants of Parosh, 2,172; / the descendants of Shephatiah, 372; / the descendants of Arah, 652; ...

1 Chronicles 8:28
All these were heads of families, the chiefs according to their genealogies, and they lived in Jerusalem.

1 Chronicles 8:32
and Mikloth, who was the father of Shimeah. They too lived alongside their relatives in Jerusalem.

1 Chronicles 12:23-27
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. ...

1 Chronicles 23:24
These were the descendants of Levi by their families—the heads of families, registered individually by name—those twenty years of age or older who worked in the service of the house of the LORD.

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:

2 Chronicles 31:15-19
Under his authority, Eden, Miniamin, Jeshua, Shemaiah, Amariah, and Shecaniah faithfully distributed portions to their fellow priests in their cities, according to their divisions, old and young alike. / In addition, they distributed portions to the males registered by genealogy who were three years of age or older—to all who would enter the house of the LORD for their daily duties for service in the responsibilities of their divisions— / and to the priests enrolled according to their families in the genealogy, as well as to the Levites twenty years of age or older, according to their responsibilities and divisions. ...

Ezra 8:1-20
These are the family heads and genealogical records of those who returned with me from Babylon during the reign of King Artaxerxes: / from the descendants of Phinehas, Gershom; from the descendants of Ithamar, Daniel; from the descendants of David, Hattush / of the descendants of Shecaniah; from the descendants of Parosh, Zechariah, and with him were registered 150 men; ...

Nehemiah 3:1-32
At the Sheep Gate, Eliashib the high priest and his fellow priests began rebuilding. They dedicated it and installed its doors. After building as far as the Tower of the Hundred and the Tower of Hananel, they dedicated the wall. / The men of Jericho built next to Eliashib, and Zaccur son of Imri built next to them. / The Fish Gate was rebuilt by the sons of Hassenaah. They laid its beams and installed its doors, bolts, and bars. ...

Nehemiah 12:1-26
Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra, / Amariah, Malluch, Hattush, / Shecaniah, Rehum, Meremoth, ...

Matthew 1:1-17
This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: / Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. / Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. ...

Luke 3:23-38
Jesus Himself was about thirty years old when He began His ministry. He was regarded as the son of Joseph, the son of Heli, / the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the son of Joseph, / the son of Mattathias, the son of Amos, the son of Nahum, the son of Esli, the son of Naggai, ...

Acts 2:41
Those who embraced his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to the believers that day.


Treasury of Scripture

And their brothers, according to their generations, nine hundred and fifty and six. All these men were chief of the fathers in the house of their fathers.

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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














and 956 of their relatives
The number "956" is significant in the context of the genealogies, emphasizing the precision and care with which the chronicler records the lineage of the Israelites. This meticulous record-keeping reflects the importance of heritage and identity in the Jewish tradition. The term "relatives" underscores the communal and familial nature of Israelite society, where kinship ties were central to social structure and religious duty.

according to their genealogy
Genealogy in the Hebrew context, "toledot," is more than a mere record of ancestry; it is a testament to God's faithfulness in preserving His people. The chronicler's emphasis on genealogy serves to remind the Israelites of their covenant relationship with God, tracing their lineage back to the patriarchs and reinforcing their identity as God's chosen people.

All these men were heads of their families
The phrase "heads of their families" highlights the patriarchal structure of ancient Israelite society, where leadership and responsibility were often vested in the male head of the household. This role carried significant spiritual and social responsibilities, as these men were tasked with guiding their families in the ways of the Lord and ensuring the continuation of their faith and traditions.

and they were able men
The description "able men" in Hebrew, "gibborim," conveys not only physical strength but also moral and spiritual fortitude. These men were chosen for their capability and integrity, qualities essential for those serving in the house of God. Their ability was not merely in physical tasks but in their dedication to uphold the sanctity and order of worship.

for the work of the service of the house of God
This phrase underscores the sacred duty entrusted to these men. The "work of the service" refers to the various tasks necessary for the maintenance and operation of the temple, which was the center of Israelite worship and community life. The "house of God" signifies the temple as the dwelling place of God's presence among His people, a place of worship, sacrifice, and divine encounter. The dedication of these men to their service reflects their commitment to honoring God and fulfilling their roles in His divine plan.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
and 956
תְּשַׁ֥ע (tə·ša‘)
Number - feminine singular construct
Strong's 8672: Nine, ninth

of their relatives
וַאֲחֵיהֶם֙ (wa·’ă·ḥê·hem)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 251: A brother, )

according to their genealogy.
לְתֹ֣לְדוֹתָ֔ם (lə·ṯō·lə·ḏō·w·ṯām)
Preposition-l | Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 8435: Descent, family, history

All
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

these
אֵ֣לֶּה (’êl·leh)
Pronoun - common plural
Strong's 428: These, those

men
אֲנָשִׁ֔ים (’ă·nā·šîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person

were heads
רָאשֵׁ֥י (rā·šê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 7218: The head

of their families.
אָב֖וֹת (’ā·ḇō·wṯ)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 1: Father


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