1 Chronicles 27:21
New International Version
over the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead: Iddo son of Zechariah; over Benjamin: Jaasiel son of Abner;

New Living Translation
Manasseh in Gilead (east) Iddo son of Zechariah Benjamin Jaasiel son of Abner

English Standard Version
for the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah; for Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner;

Berean Standard Bible
over the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead was Iddo son of Zechariah; over Benjamin was Jaasiel son of Abner;

King James Bible
Of the half tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah: of Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner:

New King James Version
over the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah; over Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner;

New American Standard Bible
for the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah; for Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner;

NASB 1995
for the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah; for Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner;

NASB 1977
for the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah; for Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner;

Legacy Standard Bible
for the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah; for Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner;

Amplified Bible
of the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah; of Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner;

Christian Standard Bible
for half the tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo son of Zechariah; for Benjamin, Jaasiel son of Abner;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
for half the tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo son of Zechariah; for Benjamin, Jaasiel son of Abner;

American Standard Version
of the half- tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah: of Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner:

English Revised Version
of the half tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah: of Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
for the half of Manasseh in Gilead Iddo, son of Zechariah for the tribe of Benjamin Jaasiel, son of Abner

International Standard Version
for the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, there was Zechariah's son Iddo; for Benjamin, there was Abner's son Jaasiel;

Majority Standard Bible
over the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead was Iddo son of Zechariah; over Benjamin was Jaasiel son of Abner;

NET Bible
Iddo son of Zechariah led the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Jaasiel son of Abner led Benjamin,

New Heart English Bible
of the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah: of Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner:

Webster's Bible Translation
Of the half tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah: of Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner:

World English Bible
of the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah; of Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
of the half of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo son of Zechariah; of Benjamin, Jaasiel son of Abner; of Dan, Azareel son of Jeroham.

Young's Literal Translation
of the half of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo son of Zechariah; of Benjamin, Jaasiel son of Abner; of Dan, Azareel son of Jeroham:

Smith's Literal Translation
To the half of Manasseh-Gilead: Iddo son of Zechariah: to Benjamin: Jaasiel, son of Abner:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And over the half tribe of Manasses: in Galaad, Jaddo the son of Zacharias: and over Benjamin, Jasiel the son of Abner.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and over the one half tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo, the son of Zechariah; then over Benjamin, Jaasiel, the son of Abner;

New American Bible
for the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo, son of Zechariah; for Benjamin, Jaasiel, son of Abner;

New Revised Standard Version
for the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo son of Zechariah; for Benjamin, Jaasiel son of Abner;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Of the half tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah: of Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And of the half of Menashe that is in Gelad, Idu, son of Zechariah; for Benyamin, Yasil, son of Abnir
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
of the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah; of Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
for the half-tribe of Manasse in the land of Galaad, Jadai the son of Zadaeas, for the sons of Benjamin, Jasiel the son of Abenner:

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Leaders of the Twelve Tribes
20over the Ephraimites was Hoshea son of Azaziah; over one of the half-tribes of Manasseh was Joel son of Pedaiah; 21over the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead was Iddo son of Zechariah; over Benjamin was Jaasiel son of Abner; 22and over Dan was Azarel son of Jeroham. These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel.…

Cross References
Joshua 14:1-5
Now these are the portions that the Israelites inherited in the land of Canaan, as distributed by Eleazar the priest, Joshua son of Nun, and the heads of the families of the tribes of Israel. / Their inheritance was assigned by lot for the nine and a half tribes, as the LORD had commanded through Moses. / For Moses had given the inheritance east of the Jordan to the other two and a half tribes. But he granted no inheritance among them to the Levites. ...

Numbers 34:16-29
Then the LORD said to Moses, / “These are the names of the men who are to assign the land as an inheritance for you: Eleazar the priest and Joshua son of Nun. / Appoint one leader from each tribe to distribute the land. ...

Joshua 13:1-7
Now Joshua was old and well along in years, and the LORD said to him, “You are old and well along in years, but very much of the land remains to be possessed. / This is the land that remains: All the territory of the Philistines and the Geshurites, / from the Shihor east of Egypt to the territory of Ekron on the north (considered to be Canaanite territory)—that of the five Philistine rulers of Gaza, Ashdod, Ashkelon, Gath, and Ekron, as well as that of the Avvites; ...

Joshua 21:1-3
Now the family heads of the Levites approached Eleazar the priest, Joshua son of Nun, and the heads of the other tribes of Israel / at Shiloh in the land of Canaan and said to them, “The LORD commanded through Moses that we be given cities in which to live, together with pasturelands for our livestock.” / So by the command of the LORD, the Israelites gave the Levites these cities and their pasturelands out of their own inheritance:

1 Kings 4:7-19
Solomon had twelve governors over all Israel to provide food for the king and his household. Each one would arrange provisions for one month of the year, / and these were their names: Ben-hur in the hill country of Ephraim; / Ben-deker in Makaz, in Shaalbim, in Beth-shemesh, and in Elon-beth-hanan; ...

1 Chronicles 6:54-81
Now these were the territories assigned to the descendants of Aaron from the Kohathite clan for their settlements, because the first lot fell to them: / They were given Hebron in the land of Judah and its surrounding pasturelands. / But the fields and villages around the city were given to Caleb son of Jephunneh. ...

1 Chronicles 23:1-32
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. ...

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 25:1-31
Additionally, David and the commanders of the army set apart some of the sons of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun to prophesy with the accompaniment of lyres, harps, and cymbals. The following is the list of the men who performed this service: / From the sons of Asaph: Zaccur, Joseph, Nethaniah, and Asarelah. These sons of Asaph were under the direction of Asaph, who prophesied under the direction of the king. / From the sons of Jeduthun: Gedaliah, Zeri, Jeshaiah, Shimei, Hashabiah, and Mattithiah—six in all—under the direction of their father Jeduthun, who prophesied with the harp, giving thanks and praise to the LORD. ...

1 Chronicles 26:1-32
These were the divisions of the gatekeepers: From the Korahites: Meshelemiah son of Kore, one of the sons of Asaph. / Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, / Elam the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, and Eliehoenai the seventh. ...

2 Samuel 8:15-18
Thus David reigned over all Israel and administered justice and righteousness for all his people: / Joab son of Zeruiah was over the army; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; / Zadok son of Ahitub and Ahimelech son of Abiathar were priests; Seraiah was the scribe; ...

2 Samuel 20:23-26
Now Joab was over the whole army of Israel; Benaiah son of Jehoiada was over the Cherethites and Pelethites; / Adoram was in charge of the forced labor; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; / Sheva was the scribe; Zadok and Abiathar were priests; ...

1 Kings 9:22-23
But Solomon did not consign any of the Israelites to slavery, because they were his men of war, his servants, his officers, his captains, and the commanders of his chariots and cavalry. / They were also the chief officers over Solomon’s projects: 550 supervisors over the people who did the work.

2 Chronicles 8:9-10
But Solomon did not consign any of the Israelites to slave labor, because they were his men of war, the leaders of his captains, and the commanders of his chariots and cavalry. / They were also the chief officers for King Solomon: 250 supervisors.

Matthew 19:28
Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, in the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on His glorious throne, you who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.


Treasury of Scripture

Of the half tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah: of Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner:

Iddo

1 Kings 4:14
Ahinadab the son of Iddo had Mahanaim:

Abner

1 Samuel 14:50,51
And the name of Saul's wife was Ahinoam, the daughter of Ahimaaz: and the name of the captain of his host was Abner, the son of Ner, Saul's uncle…

2 Samuel 3:27,37
And when Abner was returned to Hebron, Joab took him aside in the gate to speak with him quietly, and smote him there under the fifth rib, that he died, for the blood of Asahel his brother…

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1 Chronicles 27
1. The twelve captains for each month
16. The princes of the twelve tribes
23. The numbering of the people is hindered
25. David's several officers














over the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead was Iddo son of Zechariah;
The half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead refers to the eastern portion of the tribe of Manasseh, which settled on the east side of the Jordan River. This division occurred when the Israelites were conquering the Promised Land, and the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and half of Manasseh requested to settle in the fertile lands of Gilead (Numbers 32). Gilead was known for its balm, a valuable commodity in ancient times (Jeremiah 8:22). Iddo, son of Zechariah, is mentioned as a leader or official over this region, indicating a structured governance system within the tribes. The name Iddo means "timely" or "appointed," and Zechariah means "Yahweh remembers," which may reflect the faithfulness of these leaders to God's timing and promises.

over Benjamin was Jaasiel son of Abner;
The tribe of Benjamin held significant importance in Israel's history, being the tribe of King Saul, the first king of Israel (1 Samuel 9:1-2). Benjamin's territory was strategically located between the northern and southern tribes, often serving as a buffer zone. Jaasiel, son of Abner, is noted as the leader over Benjamin. Abner was a prominent military commander under King Saul and a cousin to Saul (1 Samuel 14:50). The name Jaasiel means "God is my strength," which may reflect the reliance on divine strength for leadership. This connection to Abner suggests a continuation of influence and leadership within the tribe, despite the political shifts following Saul's reign.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Iddo son of Zechariah
Iddo is mentioned as the leader over the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead. His role signifies the importance of leadership and governance within the tribes of Israel.

2. Half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead
This refers to the portion of the tribe of Manasseh that settled east of the Jordan River in the region of Gilead. The division of the tribe highlights the geographical and administrative complexities within Israel.

3. Jaasiel son of Abner
Jaasiel is noted as the leader over the tribe of Benjamin. His lineage connects him to Abner, a significant military leader under King Saul, indicating a continuation of leadership roles within families.

4. Benjamin
One of the twelve tribes of Israel, known for its warriors and strategic location. The tribe of Benjamin played a crucial role in the history of Israel, including the establishment of the monarchy.

5. Gilead
A region east of the Jordan River, known for its balm and rugged terrain. It was a significant area for the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.
Teaching Points
Leadership and Legacy
The passage highlights the importance of leadership within the tribes of Israel. Leaders like Iddo and Jaasiel were responsible for guiding their people, emphasizing the need for godly leadership in our communities today.

Tribal Identity and Unity
Despite geographical divisions, the tribes of Israel maintained a sense of unity and identity. This serves as a reminder of the importance of unity within the body of Christ, even amidst diversity.

Historical Continuity
The mention of familial connections, such as Jaasiel being the son of Abner, underscores the continuity of God's work through generations. It encourages us to consider how our actions today can impact future generations.

Geographical Significance
The regions mentioned, like Gilead, have historical and spiritual significance. Understanding the geographical context of biblical events can enrich our comprehension of Scripture.(21) Of the half tribe of Manasseh in Gilead.--Rather, towards Gilead, Gilead-ward: i.e., on the east of the Jordan, in Gilead and Bashan.

Iddo the son of Zechariah.--The prophet Ze-chariah was a son of Berechiah, son of Iddo, and may have descended from this Iddo.

Jaasiel the son of Abner, was, doubtless, a son of Saul's famous marshal.

Verse 21. - There is no reason to doubt that Jaasiel is the son of the Abner who was Saul's own cousin (1 Chronicles 9:36; 1 Samuel 14:50).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
over half
לַחֲצִ֤י (la·ḥă·ṣî)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 2677: The half, middle

the tribe of Manasseh
הַֽמְנַשֶּׁה֙ (ham·naš·šeh)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4519: Manasseh -- 'causing to forget', a son of Joseph, also a king of Judah, also two Israelites

in Gilead
גִּלְעָ֔דָה (gil·‘ā·ḏāh)
Noun - proper - feminine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 1568: Gilead -- a region in Palestine, also the name of several Israelites

[was] Iddo
יִדּ֖וֹ (yid·dōw)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3035: Iddo -- two Israelites

son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Zechariah;
זְכַרְיָ֑הוּ (zə·ḵar·yā·hū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2148: Zachariah -- the name of a number of Israelites

over Benjamin
לְבִנְיָמִ֔ן (lə·ḇin·yā·min)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1144: Benjamin -- 'son of the right hand', youngest son of Jacob, also the name of two other Israelites

[was] Jaasiel
יַעֲשִׂיאֵ֖ל (ya·‘ă·śî·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3300: Jaasiel -- 'made by God', two Israelites

son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Abner;
אַבְנֵֽר׃ (’aḇ·nêr)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 74: Abner -- 'my father is a lamp', an Israelite name


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