Hosah the Merarite also had sons: Shimri the first (although he was not the firstborn, his father had appointed him as the first), Hosah the Merarite also had sons:Hosah was a Levite from the family of Merari, one of the three main divisions of the Levites, alongside the families of Kohath and Gershon. The Merarites were responsible for the care of the tabernacle's frames, bars, pillars, and bases, as outlined in Numbers 3:36-37. This lineage highlights the importance of the Levitical duties and the hereditary nature of these roles. The mention of Hosah's sons indicates the continuation of these responsibilities through his lineage. Shimri the first (although he was not the firstborn, his father had appointed him as the first): Persons / Places / Events 1. HosahA Levite from the family of Merari, one of the three main divisions of the Levites. He was responsible for the gatekeeping duties in the temple. 2. Merari One of the three sons of Levi, whose descendants were assigned specific duties related to the tabernacle and later the temple. The Merarites were responsible for the framework of the tabernacle. 3. Shimri The son of Hosah, who was appointed as the chief or leader among his brothers, despite not being the firstborn. This indicates a special designation or favor from his father. Teaching Points Divine Sovereignty in LeadershipGod often chooses leaders based on His purposes rather than human traditions or expectations. This reminds us to seek God's will in leadership decisions rather than relying solely on human criteria. The Role of the Family in Spiritual Leadership Hosah's decision to appoint Shimri as chief highlights the importance of family in nurturing and recognizing spiritual gifts and leadership potential. Families should be attentive to God's calling in the lives of their members. Breaking Cultural Norms for God's Purposes The appointment of Shimri challenges cultural norms of primogeniture (the right of the firstborn). Believers are encouraged to be open to God's unconventional ways and to value His purposes over societal expectations. Encouragement for the Overlooked Those who feel overlooked or undervalued can find encouragement in knowing that God sees and can elevate them according to His plans, just as He did with Shimri. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the appointment of Shimri as chief, despite not being the firstborn, challenge our understanding of leadership and authority in the church today?2. In what ways can families today encourage and recognize the spiritual gifts and leadership potential within their members, as seen in Hosah's family? 3. How can we apply the principle of divine sovereignty in leadership selection within our own church or community settings? 4. What are some examples in your life where God has worked in unexpected ways, similar to how Shimri was chosen as chief? 5. How can the account of Shimri encourage those who feel overlooked or undervalued in their current roles or positions? Connections to Other Scriptures Genesis 48The blessing of Ephraim over Manasseh by Jacob, where the younger is given precedence over the elder, parallels the situation with Shimri being made chief despite not being the firstborn. 1 Samuel 16 The anointing of David, the youngest son of Jesse, as king over Israel, illustrates God's sovereign choice that often defies human expectations of birth order or status. Matthew 20 The parable of the workers in the vineyard, where the last are made first, reflects the theme of divine prerogative in assigning roles and blessings.
People Abner, Ahijah, Ammiel, Amramites, Asaph, Chenaniah, David, Ebiasaph, Elam, Eliezer, Elihu, Elioenai, Elzabad, Ezra, Gadites, Gershom, Gershonites, Hashabiah, Hebronites, Hilkiah, Hosah, Isaiah, Issachar, Izharites, Jathniel, Jediael, Jehieli, Jehielites, Jehohanan, Jehozabad, Jeriah, Jerijah, Jeshaiah, Jizharites, Joab, Joah, Joel, Johanan, Joram, Kish, Korah, Korahites, Kore, Korhites, Laadan, Levites, Manasseh, Manassites, Merari, Meshelemiah, Ner, Nethaneel, Obed, Obededom, Othni, Peulthai, Rehabiah, Rephael, Reubenites, Sacar, Samuel, Saul, Semachiah, Shebuel, Shelemiah, Shelomith, Shelomoth, Shemaiah, Shimri, Shuppim, Simri, Tebaliah, Uzzielites, Zebadiah, Zechariah, Zeruiah, Zetham, ZichriPlaces Gilead, Jazer, Jerusalem, Jordan River, ShallechethTopics Although, Appointed, Chief, Firstborn, First-born, Hosah, Merari, Merar'i, Merarite, Oldest, Setteth, Shimri, Simri, Sons, Though, YetDictionary of Bible Themes 1 Chronicles 26:10 5657 birthright Library ChroniclesThe comparative indifference with which Chronicles is regarded in modern times by all but professional scholars seems to have been shared by the ancient Jewish church. Though written by the same hand as wrote Ezra-Nehemiah, and forming, together with these books, a continuous history of Judah, it is placed after them in the Hebrew Bible, of which it forms the concluding book; and this no doubt points to the fact that it attained canonical distinction later than they. Nor is this unnatural. The book … John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament Links 1 Chronicles 26:10 NIV1 Chronicles 26:10 NLT 1 Chronicles 26:10 ESV 1 Chronicles 26:10 NASB 1 Chronicles 26:10 KJV 1 Chronicles 26:10 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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