Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Shimei the Ramathite was in charge of the vineyards. Zabdi the Shiphmite was in charge of the produce of the vineyards for the wine vats. New Living Translation Shimei from Ramah was in charge of the king’s vineyards. Zabdi from Shepham was responsible for the grapes and the supplies of wine. English Standard Version and over the vineyards was Shimei the Ramathite; and over the produce of the vineyards for the wine cellars was Zabdi the Shiphmite. Berean Standard Bible Shimei the Ramathite was in charge of the vineyards. Zabdi the Shiphmite was in charge of the produce of the vineyards for the wine vats. King James Bible And over the vineyards was Shimei the Ramathite: over the increase of the vineyards for the wine cellars was Zabdi the Shiphmite: New King James Version And Shimei the Ramathite was over the vineyards, and Zabdi the Shiphmite was over the produce of the vineyards for the supply of wine. New American Standard Bible Shimei the Ramathite was responsible for the vineyards; and Zabdi the Shiphmite was responsible for the produce of the vineyards stored in the wine cellars. NASB 1995 Shimei the Ramathite had charge of the vineyards; and Zabdi the Shiphmite had charge of the produce of the vineyards stored in the wine cellars. NASB 1977 And Shimei the Ramathite had charge of the vineyards; and Zabdi the Shiphmite had charge of the produce of the vineyards stored in the wine cellars. Legacy Standard Bible Shimei the Ramathite was over the vineyards; and Zabdi the Shiphmite was over the produce of the vineyards stored in the wine cellars. Amplified Bible Shimei the Ramathite was in charge of the vineyards; Zabdi the Shiphmite was in charge of the produce of the vineyards for the wine cellars. Christian Standard Bible Shimei the Ramathite was in charge of the vineyards. Zabdi the Shiphmite was in charge of the produce of the vineyards for the wine cellars. Holman Christian Standard Bible Shimei the Ramathite was in charge of the vineyards. Zabdi the Shiphmite was in charge of the produce of the vineyards for the wine cellars. American Standard Version and over the vineyards was Shimei the Ramathite: and over the increase of the vineyards for the wine-cellars was Zabdi the Shiphmite: Contemporary English Version Shimei from Ramah was in charge of the vineyards, and Zabdi from Shepham was in charge of storing the wine. English Revised Version and over the vineyards was Shimei the Ramathite: and over the increase of the vineyards for the wine cellars was Zabdi the Shiphmite: GOD'S WORD® Translation for the vineyards Shimei from Ramah for storing wine that came from the vineyards Zabdi from Shepham International Standard Version Shimei the Ramathite supervised the vineyards. In charge over the produce of the vineyards for the wine cellars was Zabdi the Shiphmite. Majority Standard Bible Shimei the Ramathite was in charge of the vineyards. Zabdi the Shiphmite was in charge of the produce of the vineyards for the wine vats. NET Bible Shimei the Ramathite was in charge of the vineyards; Zabdi the Shiphmite was in charge of the wine stored in the vineyards. New Heart English Bible and over the vineyards was Shimei the Ramathite: and over the increase of the vineyards for the winecellars was Zabdi the Shiphmite: Webster's Bible Translation And over the vineyards was Shimei the Ramathite: over the increase of the vineyards for the wine cellars was Zabdi the Shiphmite: World English Bible Over the vineyards was Shimei the Ramathite. Over the increase of the vineyards for the wine cellars was Zabdi the Shiphmite. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand Shimei the Ramathite [is] over the vineyards; and Zabdi the Shiphmite [is] over what [is] in the vineyards for the treasures of wine; Young's Literal Translation and over the vineyards is Shimei the Ramathite; and over what is in the vineyards for the treasures of wine is Zabdi the Shiphmite; Smith's Literal Translation And over the vineyards, Shimei the Ramothite: and over the increase of the vineyards for the treasures of wine, Zabdi the Shiphmite: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd over the dressers of the vineyards, was Semeias a Romathite: and over the wine cellars, Zabdias an Aphonite. Catholic Public Domain Version And over the cultivators of vineyards was Shimei, a Ramathite; then over the wine cellars was Zabdi, an Aphonite. New American Bible Over the vineyards was Shimei from Ramah, and over their produce for the wine cellars was Zabdi the Shiphmite. New Revised Standard Version Over the vineyards was Shimei the Ramathite. Over the produce of the vineyards for the wine cellars was Zabdi the Shiphmite. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd over the vineyards was Shimei the Ramathite; over the increase of the vineyards for the wine cellars was Zabdi the Shiphmite; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And over the vineyards, Shemaiah the Ramathite, and over that which is in the vineyards for the cellars of wine, Zebedee the Shephmite. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and over the vineyards was Shimei the Ramathite; and over the increase of the vineyards for the wine-cellars was Zabdi the Shiphmite; Brenton Septuagint Translation And over the fields was Semei of Rael; and over the treasures of wine in the fields was Zabdi the son of Sephni. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context David's Various Overseers…26Ezri son of Chelub was in charge of the workers in the fields who tilled the soil. 27Shimei the Ramathite was in charge of the vineyards. Zabdi the Shiphmite was in charge of the produce of the vineyards for the wine vats. 28Baal-hanan the Gederite was in charge of the olive and sycamore trees in the foothills. Joash was in charge of the stores of olive oil.… Cross References Genesis 41:47-49 During the seven years of abundance, the land brought forth bountifully. / During those seven years, Joseph collected all the excess food in the land of Egypt and stored it in the cities. In every city he laid up the food from the fields around it. / So Joseph stored up grain in such abundance, like the sand of the sea, that he stopped keeping track of it; for it was beyond measure. Genesis 45:6 For the famine has covered the land these two years, and there will be five more years without plowing or harvesting. Genesis 47:24 At harvest time, you are to give a fifth of it to Pharaoh, and four-fifths will be yours as seed for the field and food for yourselves and your households and children.” Deuteronomy 8:8 a land of wheat, barley, vines, fig trees, and pomegranates; a land of olive oil and honey; 1 Kings 4:7 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, 1 Kings 4:22-23 Solomon’s provisions for a single day were thirty cors of fine flour, sixty cors of meal, / ten fat oxen, twenty range oxen, and a hundred sheep, as well as deer, gazelles, roebucks, and fattened poultry. 2 Kings 18:32 until I come and take you away to a land like your own—a land of grain and new wine, a land of bread and vineyards, a land of olive trees and honey—so that you may live and not die. But do not listen to Hezekiah, for he misleads you when he says, ‘The LORD will deliver us.’ 2 Chronicles 2:10 I will pay your servants, the woodcutters, 20,000 cors of ground wheat, 20,000 cors of barley, 20,000 baths of wine, and 20,000 baths of olive oil.” 2 Chronicles 32:28 He also made storehouses for the harvest of grain and new wine and oil, stalls for all kinds of livestock, and pens for the flocks. Nehemiah 5:11 Please restore to them immediately their fields, vineyards, olive groves, and houses, along with the percentage of the money, grain, new wine, and oil that you have been assessing them.” Nehemiah 10:39 For the Israelites and the Levites are to bring the contributions of grain, new wine, and oil to the storerooms where the articles of the sanctuary are kept and where the ministering priests, the gatekeepers, and the singers stay. Thus we will not neglect the house of our God.” Psalm 104:14-15 He makes the grass grow for the livestock and provides crops for man to cultivate, bringing forth food from the earth: / wine that gladdens the heart of man, oil that makes his face to shine, and bread that sustains his heart. Isaiah 5:10 For ten acres of vineyard will yield but a bath of wine, and a homer of seed only an ephah of grain.” Isaiah 28:28 Grain for bread must be ground, but it is not endlessly threshed. Though the wheels of the cart roll over it, the horses do not crush it. Matthew 9:37-38 Then He said to His disciples, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. / Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into His harvest.” Treasury of Scripture And over the vineyards was Shimei the Ramathite: over the increase of the vineyards for the wine cellars was Zabdi the Shiphmite: Jump to Previous Cellars Charge Increase Produce Responsible Shimei Shim'e-I Stored Stores Treasures Vats Vine-Gardens Vineyards Wine ZabdiJump to Next Cellars Charge Increase Produce Responsible Shimei Shim'e-I Stored Stores Treasures Vats Vine-Gardens Vineyards Wine Zabdi1 Chronicles 27 1. The twelve captains for each month16. The princes of the twelve tribes 23. The numbering of the people is hindered 25. David's several officers Shimei the Ramathite was in charge of the vineyards. Shimei, identified as a Ramathite, likely hails from Ramah, a city in the territory of Benjamin. This location is significant in biblical history, being associated with figures like Samuel. The role of overseeing vineyards indicates a position of responsibility and trust, as vineyards were valuable assets in ancient Israel, providing wine, a staple in the diet and religious practices. The mention of Shimei highlights the organized structure of King David's administration, where specific individuals were appointed to manage different aspects of the kingdom's resources. Zabdi the Shiphmite was in charge of the produce of the vineyards for the wine vats. Persons / Places / Events 1. Shimei the RamathiteShimei is identified as the overseer of the vineyards. The title "Ramathite" suggests he is from Ramah, a place known for its fertile lands and agricultural productivity. 2. Zabdi the Shiphmite Zabdi is responsible for the produce of the vineyards, specifically for the wine cellars. The designation "Shiphmite" indicates his origin from Shiphmoth, a location not widely known but possibly linked to a region of agricultural significance. 3. Vineyards These are cultivated areas where grapevines are grown. In ancient Israel, vineyards were crucial for producing wine, a staple in the diet and religious practices. 4. Wine Cellars These are storage places for wine, indicating the importance of wine production and preservation in the economy and culture of Israel. Teaching Points Stewardship and ResponsibilityShimei and Zabdi exemplify the importance of stewardship in God's kingdom. Each person has a role and responsibility, and faithfulness in these tasks honors God. Fruitfulness in Life Just as vineyards are cultivated for fruit, believers are called to cultivate their lives to produce spiritual fruit. This requires intentionality and care. Community and Collaboration The division of labor between Shimei and Zabdi highlights the need for collaboration in the body of Christ. Each member has unique gifts and roles that contribute to the whole. Preparation and Preservation The mention of wine cellars underscores the importance of preparation and preservation. In spiritual terms, this can relate to storing up God's Word in our hearts and being prepared for future challenges.(27) Shimei of Ramah-Benjamin (Joshua 18:25) was overseer of the vineyards. Zabdi.--Zebadiah (the New Testament Zebedee), of the south Judean town Shiphmoth (1Samuel 30:28), was "over that which is in the vineyards for the treasures (stores) of wine," i.e., the wine-cellars. So Vulg., cellis vinariis. The territory of Judah was famous as a wiwing land (Genesis 49:11). The memorable "grapes of Eshcol" were gathered there (Numbers 13:23). Verse 27. - This verse specifies the officer who had the management of the vineyards, and also the officer who had charge over the wine-cellars. The description of Ramathite does not assist us to identify Shimei, though the choice of place is ample (Joshua 13:26; Joshua 18:25; Joshua 19:29, 36; Judges 15:17). For Shiphmite, see Numbers 34:10, 11; to the place Shepham, mentioned in which passage, the reference here may be. For over the increase, read over that which in the vineyards, etc., where the initial שׁ stands for אֲשֶׁר.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Shimeiשִׁמְעִ֖י (šim·‘î) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8096: Shimei -- the name of a number of Israelites the Ramathite הָרָֽמָתִ֑י (hā·rā·mā·ṯî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7435: Ramathite -- a Ramathite was in charge of וְעַל־ (wə·‘al-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the vineyards. הַ֨כְּרָמִ֔ים (hak·kə·rā·mîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3754: A garden, vineyard Zabdi זַבְדִּ֖י (zaḇ·dî) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2067: Zabdi -- 'gift', four Israelites the Shiphmite הַשִּׁפְמִֽי׃ (haš·šip̄·mî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8225: Shiphmite -- a Shiphmite was in charge of וְעַ֤ל (wə·‘al) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the produce of the vineyards שֶׁבַּכְּרָמִים֙ (šeb·bak·kə·rā·mîm) Pr, Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3754: A garden, vineyard for the wine הַיַּ֔יִן (hay·ya·yin) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3196: Wine, intoxication vats. לְאֹצְר֣וֹת (lə·’ō·ṣə·rō·wṯ) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 214: Treasure, store, a treasury, storehouse Links 1 Chronicles 27:27 NIV1 Chronicles 27:27 NLT 1 Chronicles 27:27 ESV 1 Chronicles 27:27 NASB 1 Chronicles 27:27 KJV 1 Chronicles 27:27 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 27:27 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 27:27 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 27:27 French Bible 1 Chronicles 27:27 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 27:27 And over the vineyards was Shimei (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |
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