1 Chronicles 26:25
His relatives through Eliezer included Rehabiah his son, Jeshaiah his son, Joram his son, Zichri his son, and Shelomith his son.
His relatives through Eliezer included Rehabiah his son,

Eliezer, Moses’ son, continued the family line entrusted with Levitical service. Rehabiah became the ancestor of a substantial branch within the Gershon? no, Kohathite descendants of Moses.

1Ch 23:17 The descendants of Eliezer: Rehabiah was the first.…
1Ch 23:15 The sons of Moses: Gershom and Eliezer.
Exo 18:4 The other son was named Eliezer, for Moses had said,…

Jeshaiah his son,

Jeshaiah, whose name means “Yahweh is salvation,” carried forward the line of Rehabiah through the generations following Israel’s settlement in the land.

1Ch 25:3 From the sons of Jeduthun: Gedaliah, Zeri, Jeshaiah…
Ezr 8:7 from the descendants of Elam, Jeshaiah son of Athaliah…

Joram his son,

Joram, meaning “Yahweh is exalted,” belonged to the continuing descent from Moses, whose family was counted among the Levites rather than the priesthood of Aaron.

2Sa 8:10 he sent his son Joram to greet King David and bless him…
2Ki 3:1 In the eighteenth year of Jehoshaphat’s reign over Judah,…

Zichri his son,

Zichri, meaning “memorable” or “renowned,” preserves the succession of those assigned responsibilities connected with the house of God.

Neh 11:9 Joel son of Zichri was the officer over them…
2Ch 17:16 and next to him, Amasiah son of Zichri, the volunteer…
2Ch 28:7 Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, killed Maaseiah…

and Shelomith his son.

Shelomith, meaning “peaceful,” and his relatives were placed over the treasuries containing gifts dedicated to the LORD, including spoils set apart by Israel’s military leaders.

1Ch 23:18 The sons of Izhar: Shelomith was the first.
1Ch 24:22 From the Izharites: Shelomoth; from the sons of…
Lev 24:11 The son of the Israelite woman blasphemed the Name…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Eliezer
A descendant of Moses, Eliezer is the father of Rehabiah. His lineage is significant in the context of the Levitical duties and the heritage of Moses.

2. Rehabiah
The son of Eliezer, Rehabiah is noted for his descendants who were involved in the temple service, highlighting the continuation of the Levitical responsibilities.

3. Jeshaiah
The son of Rehabiah, part of the lineage that served in the temple, emphasizing the generational faithfulness to God's service.

4. Joram
The son of Jeshaiah, continuing the line of those dedicated to temple duties.

5. Zichri
The son of Joram, furthering the legacy of service in the house of the Lord.

6. Shelomith
The son of Zichri, representing the culmination of this particular genealogical line in the context of temple service.
Teaching Points
Generational Faithfulness
The passage highlights the importance of passing down faith and responsibilities through generations. It encourages believers to instill values and a sense of duty to God in their children.

Heritage of Service
The lineage of Eliezer underscores the significance of serving God faithfully. Believers are reminded of the honor and responsibility of serving in their local church and community.

Legacy and Influence
The genealogical record serves as a reminder that our actions and faith can have a lasting impact on future generations. Christians are encouraged to consider the legacy they are leaving behind.

God's Faithfulness
The continuity of service through Eliezer's descendants reflects God's faithfulness in maintaining His covenant with His people. Believers can trust in God's promises and His faithfulness across generations.
Bible Study Questions
1. How does the lineage of Eliezer in 1 Chronicles 26:25 inspire you to think about your own family's spiritual legacy?

2. In what ways can you actively contribute to the service of your local church, following the example of Eliezer's descendants?

3. How does understanding the responsibilities of the Levites in the Old Testament enhance your appreciation for the roles within your church community today?

4. Reflect on a time when you have seen God's faithfulness in your life or the life of your family. How does this encourage you to trust Him more?

5. What practical steps can you take to ensure that your faith and values are passed down to the next generation?
Connections to Other Scriptures
Exodus 18:4
This verse mentions Eliezer, the son of Moses, providing a background to the lineage mentioned in 1 Chronicles 26:25. It highlights the importance of Eliezer's descendants in the service of the Lord.

Numbers 3:32
This passage discusses the responsibilities of the Levites, which is relevant to understanding the roles of Eliezer's descendants in temple service.

1 Chronicles 23:17
This verse provides additional context to the family of Eliezer, emphasizing the importance of his lineage in the Levitical duties.
The Blessing of GodW. Clarkson 1 Chronicles 26:1-28
Doorkeepers, Treasure-Keepers, and External ServicesF. Whitfield 1 Chronicles 26:1-32
People
Abner, Ahijah, Ammiel, Amramites, Asaph, Chenaniah, David, Ebiasaph, Elam, Eliezer, Elihu, Elioenai, Elzabad, Ezra, Gadites, Gershom, Gershonites, Hashabiah, Hebronites, Hilkiah, Hosah, Isaiah, Issachar, Izharites, Jathniel, Jediael, Jehieli, Jehielites, Jehohanan, Jehozabad, Jeriah, Jerijah, Jeshaiah, Jizharites, Joab, Joah, Joel, Johanan, Joram, Kish, Korah, Korahites, Kore, Korhites, Laadan, Levites, Manasseh, Manassites, Merari, Meshelemiah, Ner, Nethaneel, Obed, Obededom, Othni, Peulthai, Rehabiah, Rephael, Reubenites, Sacar, Samuel, Saul, Semachiah, Shebuel, Shelemiah, Shelomith, Shelomoth, Shemaiah, Shimri, Shuppim, Simri, Tebaliah, Uzzielites, Zebadiah, Zechariah, Zeruiah, Zetham, Zichri
Places
Gilead, Jazer, Jerusalem, Jordan River, Shallecheth
Topics
Brethren, Brothers, Eliezer, Elie'zer, Isaiah, Jeshaiah, Jeshai'ah, Joram, Rehabiah, Rehabi'ah, Relatives, Shelomith, Shelomoth, Shelo'moth, Zichri, Zicri
Dictionary of Bible Themes
1 Chronicles 26:24

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The comparative indifference with which Chronicles is regarded in modern times by all but professional scholars seems to have been shared by the ancient Jewish church. Though written by the same hand as wrote Ezra-Nehemiah, and forming, together with these books, a continuous history of Judah, it is placed after them in the Hebrew Bible, of which it forms the concluding book; and this no doubt points to the fact that it attained canonical distinction later than they. Nor is this unnatural. The book
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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