1 Chronicles 27:31
New International Version
Jaziz the Hagrite was in charge of the flocks. All these were the officials in charge of King David’s property.

New Living Translation
Jaziz the Hagrite was in charge of the king’s flocks of sheep and goats. All these officials were overseers of King David’s property.

English Standard Version
All these were stewards of King David’s property.

Berean Standard Bible
Jaziz the Hagrite was in charge of the flocks. All these officials were in charge of King David’s property.

King James Bible
And over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagerite. All these were the rulers of the substance which was king David's.

New King James Version
and Jaziz the Hagrite was over the flocks. All these were the officials over King David’s property.

New American Standard Bible
Jaziz the Hagrite was responsible for the flocks. All these were overseers of the property which belonged to King David.

NASB 1995
Jaziz the Hagrite had charge of the flocks. All these were overseers of the property which belonged to King David.

NASB 1977
And Jaziz the Hagrite had charge of the flocks. All these were overseers of the property which belonged to King David.

Legacy Standard Bible
Jaziz the Hagrite was over the flocks. All these were officials over the possessions which belonged to King David.

Amplified Bible
Jaziz the Hagrite was in charge of the flocks. All these were overseers and stewards of the property which belonged to King David.

Christian Standard Bible
Jaziz the Hagrite was in charge of the flocks. All these were officials in charge of King David’s property.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Jaziz the Hagrite was in charge of the flocks. All these were officials in charge of King David’s property.

American Standard Version
All these were the rulers of the substance which was king David's.

Contemporary English Version
These were the men in charge of David's royal property.

English Revised Version
and over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagrite. All these were the rulers of the substance which was king David's.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
for the flocks Jaziz from Hagar

International Standard Version
All of these served as stewards over King David's property.

Majority Standard Bible
Jaziz the Hagrite was in charge of the flocks. All these officials were in charge of King David’s property.

NET Bible
Jaziz the Hagrite was in charge of the sheep. All these were the officials in charge of King David's property.

New Heart English Bible
All these were the rulers of the substance which was king David's.

Webster's Bible Translation
And over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagerite. All these were the rulers of the substance which was king David's.

World English Bible
All these were the rulers of the property which was King David’s.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Jaziz the Hagerite [is] over the flock; all these [are] heads of the substance that King David has.

Young's Literal Translation
and over the flock is Jaziz the Hagerite; all these are heads of the substance that king David hath.

Smith's Literal Translation
And over the sheep, Jaziz the Hagerite. All these the chiefs of the possessions which were to king David.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And over the sheep Jazia an Agarene. All these were the rulers of the substance of king David.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And over the sheep was Jaziz, a Hagarene. All these were leaders over the substance of king David.

New American Bible
and over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagrite. All these were the overseers of King David’s possessions.

New Revised Standard Version
All these were stewards of King David’s property.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagerite. All these were overseers of the substance which was King David's.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And over the flocks, Yaziz the Khagarite. All these were the Chiefs of the property of King David.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagrite. All these were the rulers of the substance which was king David's.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And over the sheep was Jaziz the Agarite. All these were superintendents of the substance of king David.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
David's Various Overseers
30Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels. Jehdeiah the Meronothite was in charge of the donkeys. 31Jaziz the Hagrite was in charge of the flocks. All these officials were in charge of King David’s property.

Cross References
1 Samuel 16:11
And Samuel asked him, “Are these all the sons you have?” “There is still the youngest,” Jesse replied, “but he is tending the sheep.” “Send for him,” Samuel replied. “For we will not sit down to eat until he arrives.”

1 Samuel 17:34-36
David replied, “Your servant has been tending his father’s sheep, and whenever a lion or a bear came and carried off a lamb from the flock, / I went after it, struck it down, and delivered the lamb from its mouth. If it reared up against me, I would grab it by its fur, strike it down, and kill it. / Your servant has killed lions and bears; this uncircumcised Philistine will be like one of them, for he has defied the armies of the living God.”

2 Samuel 17:27-29
When David came to Mahanaim, he was met by Shobi son of Nahash from Rabbah of the Ammonites, Machir son of Ammiel from Lo-debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite from Rogelim. / They brought beds, basins, and earthen vessels, as well as wheat, barley, flour, roasted grain, beans, lentils, / honey, curds, sheep, and cheese from the herd for David and his people to eat. For they said, “The people have become hungry, exhausted, and thirsty in the wilderness.”

2 Samuel 19:32
Barzillai was quite old, eighty years of age, and since he was a very wealthy man, he had provided for the king while he stayed in Mahanaim.

2 Samuel 19:35
I am now eighty years old. Can I discern what is good and what is not? Can your servant taste what he eats or drinks? Can I still hear the voice of singing men and women? Why should your servant be an added burden to my lord the king?

1 Kings 4:23
ten fat oxen, twenty range oxen, and a hundred sheep, as well as deer, gazelles, roebucks, and fattened poultry.

1 Kings 4:26-28
Solomon had 4,000 stalls for his chariot horses and 12,000 horses. / Each month the governors in turn provided food for King Solomon and all who came to his table. They saw to it that nothing was lacking. / Each one also brought to the required place their quotas of barley and straw for the chariot horses and other horses.

2 Kings 3:4
Now Mesha king of Moab was a sheep breeder, and he would render to the king of Israel a hundred thousand lambs and the wool of a hundred thousand rams.

Job 1:3
and he owned 7,000 sheep, 3,000 camels, 500 yoke of oxen, 500 female donkeys, and a very large number of servants. Job was the greatest man of all the people of the East.

Job 42:12
So the LORD blessed Job’s latter days more than his first. He owned 14,000 sheep, 6,000 camels, 1,000 yoke of oxen, and 1,000 female donkeys.

Psalm 50:10
for every beast of the forest is Mine—the cattle on a thousand hills.

Proverbs 27:23-27
Be sure to know the state of your flocks, and pay close attention to your herds; / for riches are not forever, nor does a crown endure to every generation. / When hay is removed and new growth appears and the grass from the hills is gathered, ...

Isaiah 7:25
For fear of the briers and thorns, you will no longer traverse the hills once tilled by the hoe; they will become places for oxen to graze and sheep to trample.

Ezekiel 34:2-3
“Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel. Prophesy and tell them that this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Woe to the shepherds of Israel, who only feed themselves! Should not the shepherds feed their flock? / You eat the fat, wear the wool, and butcher the fattened sheep, but you do not feed the flock.

Matthew 25:32-33
All the nations will be gathered before Him, and He will separate the people one from another, as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. / He will place the sheep on His right and the goats on His left.


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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














Jaziz the Hagrite
The name "Jaziz" is of Hebrew origin, meaning "shining" or "glittering." This name may reflect the character or reputation of the individual, suggesting a person of notable presence or influence. The term "Hagrite" refers to a group descended from Hagar, the Egyptian maidservant of Sarah, Abraham's wife. The Hagrites were a nomadic tribe, often associated with the Ishmaelites. This connection highlights the diverse nature of King David's administration, which included individuals from various backgrounds, emphasizing the unity and inclusivity within the kingdom under David's rule.

was in charge of the flocks
The phrase "in charge of the flocks" indicates a position of responsibility and trust. In ancient Israel, flocks were a significant part of the economy, providing wool, milk, and meat. Being in charge of the flocks was a crucial role, as it involved overseeing the welfare and productivity of these animals. This position required diligence, leadership, and a deep understanding of animal husbandry. The role of Jaziz underscores the importance of stewardship and the value placed on agricultural and pastoral resources in the kingdom.

All these were the officials
The term "officials" refers to those appointed to positions of authority and responsibility within the kingdom. These individuals were entrusted with the management of various aspects of King David's property and resources. The use of the word "all" suggests a comprehensive and organized structure, indicating that David's administration was well-ordered and efficient. This reflects the wisdom and foresight of David as a leader, ensuring that his kingdom was managed by capable and trustworthy individuals.

in charge of King David’s property
The phrase "King David’s property" encompasses the vast resources and assets under the king's control. This included land, livestock, and other valuable commodities essential for the prosperity and stability of the kingdom. The careful management of these resources was vital for maintaining the economic strength and security of Israel. The mention of "King David" highlights the central role of the king as the ultimate authority and steward of the nation's wealth, entrusted by God to lead and provide for His people. This stewardship reflects a divine mandate, reminding us of the responsibility to manage our own resources wisely and faithfully.

(31) And over the flocks.--Of sheep and goats.

Jaziz the Hagerite.--See 1Chronicles 5:10-19, for the conquest of East Gilead, the home of the Hagrim, or "Hagerites," by the tribe of Reuben, in the days of Saul. David's herds of camels and flocks of small cattle may have grazed in the pastures east of the Jordan, under the charge of his Bedawi overseers.

All these were the rulers of the substance which was king David's.--The word rendered "rulers" is s?rim, "captains" or "princes." (See 1Chronicles 27:22.) The same term is translated "stewards" in 1Chronicles 28:1.

Substance (r?k-sh) is an old word, denoting especially the moveable wealth of a nomad chief. (Comp. Genesis 12:5; Genesis 14:21.) The wealth of David consisted partly of flocks and herds, but partly also of the produce of husbandry, and, no doubt, of commerce. (See 1Chronicles 14:1; 1Chronicles 22:4.) The period of the kings saw Israel a settled nation, that had exchanged the purely nomad life for an ordered social existence. . . .

Verse 31. - For the Hagerite tribe, see 1 Chronicles 5:10, 18-22. For the rulers of the substance, the Hebrew words are שָׂרֵי הָרְכּוּשׁ. The number of them adds up again to twelve; Keil justly supposes that the two named in ver. 25 were those principal officers to whom the other ten delivered the proceeds of their respective charges.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Jaziz
יָזִ֣יז (yā·zîz)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3151: Jaziz -- an officer of David

the Hagrite
הַֽהַגְרִ֑י (ha·haḡ·rî)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1905: Hagrites -- a Hagrite

was in charge of
וְעַל־ (wə·‘al-)
Conjunctive waw | Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the flocks.
הַצֹּ֖אן (haṣ·ṣōn)
Article | Noun - common singular
Strong's 6629: Small cattle, sheep and goats, flock

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

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

were officials
שָׂרֵ֣י (śā·rê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince

in charge of King
לַמֶּ֥לֶךְ (lam·me·leḵ)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4428: A king

David’s
דָּוִֽיד׃ (dā·wîḏ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse

property.
הָרְכ֔וּשׁ (hā·rə·ḵūš)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7399: Property, goods


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