1 Chronicles 6:25
New International Version
The descendants of Elkanah: Amasai, Ahimoth,

New Living Translation
The descendants of Elkanah included Amasai, Ahimoth,

English Standard Version
The sons of Elkanah: Amasai and Ahimoth,

Berean Standard Bible
The descendants of Elkanah: Amasai, Ahimoth,

King James Bible
And the sons of Elkanah; Amasai, and Ahimoth.

New King James Version
The sons of Elkanah were Amasai and Ahimoth.

New American Standard Bible
The sons of Elkanah were Amasai and Ahimoth.

NASB 1995
The sons of Elkanah were Amasai and Ahimoth.

NASB 1977
And the sons of Elkanah were Amasai and Ahimoth.

Legacy Standard Bible
The sons of Elkanah were Amasai and Ahimoth.

Amplified Bible
The sons of Elkanah: Amasai and Ahimoth.

Christian Standard Bible
Elkanah’s sons: Amasai and Ahimoth,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Elkanah’s sons: Amasai and Ahimoth,

American Standard Version
And the sons of Elkanah: Amasai, and Ahimoth.

Contemporary English Version
Elkanah was the father of Amasai and Ahimoth.

English Revised Version
And the sons of Elkanah; Amasai, and Ahimoth.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Elkanah's sons were Amasai and Ahimoth.

Good News Translation
Elkanah had two sons, Amasai and Ahimoth.

International Standard Version
Elkanah's descendants included Amasai and Ahimoth,

Majority Standard Bible
The descendants of Elkanah: Amasai, Ahimoth,

NET Bible
The sons of Elkanah: Amasai, Ahimoth,

New Heart English Bible
The sons of Elkanah: Amasai, and Ahimoth.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the sons of Elkanah; Amasai, and Ahimoth.

World English Bible
The sons of Elkanah: Amasai and Ahimoth.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And sons of Elkanah: Amasai and Ahimoth.

Young's Literal Translation
And sons of Elkanah; Amasai and Ahimoth.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the sons of Elkanah: Amasai, and Ahimoth.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The sons of Elcana: Amasai, and Achimoth.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The sons of Elkanah: Amasai and Ahimoth

New American Bible
The sons of Elkanah were Amasai and Ahimoth,

New Revised Standard Version
The sons of Elkanah: Amasai and Ahimoth,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the sons of Hilkanah: Amasai and Ahimoth.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the sons of Halqana: Amshi and Akhimuth
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the sons of Elkanah: Amasai, and Ahimoth.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the sons of Helcana; Amessi, and Achimoth.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Descendants of Levi
24Tahath his son, Uriel his son, Uzziah his son, and Shaul his son. 25The descendants of Elkanah: Amasai, Ahimoth, 26Elkanah his son, Zophai his son, Nahath his son,…

Cross References
Exodus 6:18-20
The sons of Kohath were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. Kohath lived 133 years. / The sons of Merari were Mahli and Mushi. These were the clans of the Levites according to their records. / And Amram married his father’s sister Jochebed, and she bore him Aaron and Moses. Amram lived 137 years.

Numbers 3:19-20
The sons of Kohath by their clans were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. / And the sons of Merari by their clans were Mahli and Mushi. These were the clans of the Levites, according to their families.

Numbers 26:58-59
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, / and Amram’s wife was named Jochebed. She was also a daughter of Levi, born to Levi in Egypt. To Amram she bore Aaron, Moses, and their sister Miriam.

1 Chronicles 23:12-13
The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel—four in all. / The sons of Amram: Aaron and Moses. Aaron and his descendants were set apart forever to consecrate the most holy things, to burn incense before the LORD, to minister before Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name forever.

1 Chronicles 24:20-31
Now these were the rest of the descendants of Levi: From the sons of Amram: Shubael; from the sons of Shubael: Jehdeiah. / As for Rehabiah, from his sons: The first was Isshiah. / From the Izharites: Shelomoth; from the sons of Shelomoth: Jahath. ...

1 Chronicles 6:33-38
These are the men who served, together with their sons. From the Kohathites: Heman the singer, the son of Joel, the son of Samuel, / the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah, / the son of Zuph, the son of Elkanah, the son of Mahath, the son of Amasai, ...

1 Chronicles 9:14-16
From the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, a descendant of Merari; / Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph; / Obadiah son of Shemaiah, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun; and Berechiah son of Asa, the son of Elkanah, who lived in the villages of the Netophathites.

2 Chronicles 29:12-14
Then the Levites set to work: Mahath son of Amasai and Joel son of Azariah from the Kohathites; Kish son of Abdi and Azariah son of Jehallelel from the Merarites; Joah son of Zimmah and Eden son of Joah from the Gershonites; / Shimri and Jeuel from the Elizaphanites; Zechariah and Mattaniah from the Asaphites; / Jehiel and Shimei from the Hemanites; and Shemaiah and Uzziel from the Jeduthunites.

Nehemiah 12:8-9
The Levites were Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, who, with his associates, led the songs of thanksgiving. / Bakbukiah and Unni, their associates, stood across from them in the services.

Nehemiah 12:22-26
In the days of Eliashib, Joiada, Johanan, and Jaddua, during the reign of Darius the Persian, the heads of the families of the Levites and priests were recorded. / As for the descendants of Levi, the family heads up to the days of Johanan son of Eliashib were recorded in the Book of the Chronicles. / The leaders of the Levites were Hashabiah, Sherebiah, and Jeshua son of Kadmiel, along with their associates, who stood across from them to give praise and thanksgiving as one section alternated with the other, as prescribed by David the man of God. ...

Matthew 1:1-17
This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: / Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. / Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. ...

Luke 3:23-38
Jesus Himself was about thirty years old when He began His ministry. He was regarded as the son of Joseph, the son of Heli, / the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the son of Joseph, / the son of Mattathias, the son of Amos, the son of Nahum, the son of Esli, the son of Naggai, ...

Acts 7:35-38
This Moses, whom they had rejected with the words, ‘Who made you ruler and judge?’ is the one whom God sent to be their ruler and redeemer through the angel who appeared to him in the bush. / He led them out and performed wonders and signs in the land of Egypt, at the Red Sea, and for forty years in the wilderness. / This is the same Moses who told the Israelites, ‘God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among your brothers.’ ...

Hebrews 7:11-14
Now if perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood (for on this basis the people received the law), why was there still need for another priest to appear—one in the order of Melchizedek and not in the order of Aaron? / For when the priesthood is changed, the law must be changed as well. / He of whom these things are said belonged to a different tribe, from which no one has ever served at the altar. ...


Treasury of Scripture

And the sons of Elkanah; Amasai, and Ahimoth.

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1 Chronicles 6:35,36
The son of Zuph, the son of Elkanah, the son of Mahath, the son of Amasai, …

Exodus 6:24
And the sons of Korah; Assir, and Elkanah, and Abiasaph: these are the families of the Korhites.

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1 Chronicles 6
1. The sons of Levi.
4. The line of Eleazar unto the captivity.
16. The families of Gershom, Kohath, and Merari.
49. The office of Aaron, and his line unto Ahimaaz.
54. The cities of the priests and Levites.














The descendants of Elkanah:
Elkanah is a significant figure in the Bible, primarily known as the father of the prophet Samuel. He was a Levite, belonging to the Kohathite clan, which was responsible for the care of the sanctuary's most sacred objects. This lineage highlights the importance of Elkanah's family in the religious life of Israel. The mention of Elkanah's descendants in this genealogical record underscores the continuity of the Levitical priesthood and its role in maintaining the worship and spiritual leadership of the nation. Elkanah's family is also a reminder of God's faithfulness in preserving the priestly line, which is crucial for the spiritual heritage of Israel.

Amasai,
Amasai is one of the descendants of Elkanah, and his name appears in the genealogical records of the Levites. The name Amasai means "burdensome" or "strong," which may reflect the character or the role he played within his family or community. While specific details about Amasai's life and contributions are not extensively documented in the Bible, his inclusion in the genealogy signifies his place in the continuity of the Levitical line. This continuity is essential for understanding the structure and function of the priesthood in Israel, as each member played a role in the religious and cultural life of the nation.

Ahimoth,
Ahimoth is another descendant of Elkanah, and like Amasai, his name is part of the genealogical record of the Levites. The name Ahimoth can be translated as "brother of death" or "brother of the dead," which might suggest a connection to themes of mortality or a role in rituals related to death. Although the Bible does not provide extensive information about Ahimoth's life or deeds, his presence in the genealogy emphasizes the importance of each individual in maintaining the lineage and responsibilities of the Levitical priesthood. This lineage is crucial for understanding the historical and spiritual context of Israel, as it reflects the enduring legacy of those who served in the temple and contributed to the nation's covenant relationship with God.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Elkanah
A Levite, mentioned in the genealogies of the Levites. He is an ancestor of Samuel, the prophet, and is part of the Kohathite lineage, which was responsible for the care of the sanctuary.

2. Amasai
A son of Elkanah, part of the Levitical lineage. His name means "burden-bearer" or "strong," indicating a role of strength or support within the family or community.

3. Ahimoth
Another son of Elkanah, whose name means "brother of death" or "brother of wrath." His inclusion in the genealogy highlights the importance of family lineage in the Levitical priesthood.
Teaching Points
Importance of Lineage and Heritage
The genealogies in Chronicles remind us of the importance of our spiritual heritage. Just as the Levites were set apart for specific duties, we are called to recognize and honor our spiritual lineage and responsibilities.

Roles and Responsibilities in God's Kingdom
Each name in the genealogy represents a role within God's plan. We are reminded that every believer has a unique role and responsibility in the body of Christ, contributing to the overall mission of the Church.

Faithfulness Across Generations
The mention of Elkanah and his sons highlights the faithfulness required across generations. We are encouraged to pass down our faith and values to the next generation, ensuring the continuity of God's work.

Strength in Service
The name Amasai, meaning "strong," serves as a reminder that God equips us with the strength needed to fulfill our roles. We are called to rely on His strength in our service to Him.(25) And the sons of Elkanah; Amasai.--See last Note. It is natural to identify the Elkanah of 1Chronicles 6:36 with this one. The posterity of both are so nearly the same; otherwise we might have taken the present Elkanah for the person mentioned in 1Chronicles 6:23.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The descendants
וּבְנֵי֙ (ū·ḇə·nê)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Elkanah:
אֶלְקָנָ֔ה (’el·qā·nāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 511: Elkanah -- 'God has created', the name of several Israelites

Amasai,
עֲמָשַׂ֖י (‘ă·mā·śay)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6022: Amasai -- the name of several Israelites

Ahimoth,
וַאֲחִימֽוֹת׃ (wa·’ă·ḥî·mō·wṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 287: Ahimoth -- 'my brother is death', a Levite


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