1 Chronicles 23:16
New International Version
The descendants of Gershom: Shubael was the first.

New Living Translation
The descendants of Gershom included Shebuel, the family leader.

English Standard Version
The sons of Gershom: Shebuel the chief.

Berean Standard Bible
The descendants of Gershom: Shebuel was the first.

King James Bible
Of the sons of Gershom, Shebuel was the chief.

New King James Version
Of the sons of Gershon, Shebuel was the first.

New American Standard Bible
The son of Gershom was Shebuel the chief.

NASB 1995
The son of Gershom was Shebuel the chief.

NASB 1977
The son of Gershom was Shebuel the chief.

Legacy Standard Bible
The son of Gershom was Shebuel the chief.

Amplified Bible
The son of Gershom: Shebuel the chief.

Christian Standard Bible
Gershom’s sons: Shebuel was first.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Gershom’s sons: Shebuel was first.

American Standard Version
The sons of Gershom: Shebuel the chief.

Contemporary English Version
Gershom's oldest son was Shebuel.

English Revised Version
The sons of Gershom; Shebuel the chief.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Gershom's only son was Shebuel.

Good News Translation
The leader among Gershom's sons was Shebuel.

International Standard Version
The descendants of Gershom included Shebuel as their chief.

Majority Standard Bible
The descendants of Gershom: Shebuel was the first.

NET Bible
The son of Gershom: Shebuel the oldest.

New Heart English Bible
The sons of Gershom: Shubael the chief.

Webster's Bible Translation
Of the sons of Gershom; Shebuel was the chief.

World English Bible
The sons of Gershom: Shebuel the chief.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Sons of Gershom: Shebuel the head.

Young's Literal Translation
Sons of Gershom: Shebuel the head.

Smith's Literal Translation
The sons of Gersbom, Shebuel the head.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The sons of Gersom: Subuel the first.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The sons of Gershom: Shebuel the first.

New American Bible
The sons of Gershom: Shubael the chief.

New Revised Standard Version
The sons of Gershom: Shebuel the chief.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The son of Gershon was Samuel his first-born.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The sons of Gershum: Shemueil his older.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
The sons of Gershom: Shebuel the chief.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
The sons of Gersam; Subael the chief.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Kohathites
15The sons of Moses: Gershom and Eliezer. 16The descendants of Gershom: Shebuel was the first. 17The descendants of Eliezer: Rehabiah was the first. Eliezer did not have any other sons, but the sons of Rehabiah were very numerous.…

Cross References
Numbers 3:27
From Kohath came the clans of the Amramites, the Izharites, the Hebronites, and the Uzzielites; these were the clans of the Kohathites.

Exodus 6:18
The sons of Kohath were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. Kohath lived 133 years.

Numbers 26:58
These were the families of the Levites: The Libnite clan, the Hebronite clan, the Mahlite clan, the Mushite clan, and the Korahite clan. Now Kohath was the father of Amram,

1 Chronicles 6:2
The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel.

1 Chronicles 6:18
The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel.

1 Chronicles 24:20
Now these were the rest of the descendants of Levi: From the sons of Amram: Shubael; from the sons of Shubael: Jehdeiah.

1 Chronicles 26:23
From the Amramites, the Izharites, the Hebronites, and the Uzzielites:

1 Chronicles 6:38
the son of Izhar, the son of Kohath, the son of Levi, the son of Israel.

1 Chronicles 6:43
the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

1 Chronicles 6:47
the son of Mahli, the son of Mushi, the son of Merari, the son of Levi.

1 Chronicles 6:48
Their fellow Levites were assigned to every kind of service of the tabernacle, the house of God.

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.

1 Chronicles 6:50
These were the descendants of Aaron: Eleazar his son, Phinehas his son, Abishua his son,

1 Chronicles 6:51
Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son,

1 Chronicles 6:52
Meraioth his son, Amariah his son, Ahitub his son,


Treasury of Scripture

Of the sons of Gershom, Shebuel was the chief.

Shebuel

1 Chronicles 24:20
And the rest of the sons of Levi were these: Of the sons of Amram; Shubael: of the sons of Shubael; Jehdeiah.

1 Chronicles 25:20
The thirteenth to Shubael, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:

Shubael

1 Chronicles 26:24
And Shebuel the son of Gershom, the son of Moses, was ruler of the treasures.

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7. The families of the Gershonites
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The son of Gershom
This phrase identifies the lineage of Shebuel, tracing his ancestry back to Gershom, who was the eldest son of Levi, one of the twelve sons of Jacob. The Levites were set apart for religious duties, and Gershom's descendants played a significant role in the spiritual life of Israel. The Hebrew root for Gershom, "גֵּרְשֹׁם" (Gereshom), can mean "a stranger there," reflecting the transient nature of the Israelites' early history. This lineage emphasizes the continuity of God's covenant with the Levites, who were chosen to serve in the tabernacle and later the temple, highlighting the importance of family heritage in fulfilling divine purposes.

was Shebuel
Shebuel, also known as Shubael in some translations, is a figure whose name means "captive of God" or "returned to God" in Hebrew. This name reflects a deep spiritual significance, suggesting a life dedicated to divine service. Shebuel's role as a Levite underscores the importance of dedication and service to God, a theme that resonates throughout the Bible. His life serves as a reminder of the call to live in obedience and devotion to God, embodying the principles of faithfulness and stewardship.

the chief
The designation of Shebuel as "the chief" indicates his leadership role among the Levites. In the Hebrew context, the word "chief" (רֹאשׁ, rosh) signifies a position of authority and responsibility. This title implies that Shebuel was entrusted with significant duties, likely overseeing the administration of temple services and the management of sacred duties. His leadership role highlights the biblical principle that those who are called to lead in God's service must do so with integrity, wisdom, and a heart for worship. It serves as an inspiration for believers to aspire to positions of influence where they can impact others for God's kingdom, always remembering that true leadership is rooted in servanthood and faithfulness to God's commands.

(16) The sons of Gershom, Shebuel was the chief (Heb., head).--The statement that "Shebuel was the chief" implies that Gershom had other sons not mentioned here, as being reckoned members of the clan the sons of Gershom. Shebuel is called Shubael in 1Chronicles 24:20.

Verse 16. - Shebuel (comp. 1 Chronicles 24:20, where the name appears as Shubael; and 1 Chron 26:24).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The descendants
בְּנֵ֥י (bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Gershom:
גֵרְשׁ֖וֹם (ḡê·rə·šō·wm)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1647: Gershom -- three Israelites

Shebuel
שְׁבוּאֵ֥ל (šə·ḇū·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7619: Shebuel -- 'captive (or returned) of God', two Israelites

was the first.
הָרֹֽאשׁ׃ (hā·rōš)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7218: The head


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