New International VersionHilkiah the second, Tabaliah the third and Zechariah the fourth. The sons and relatives of Hosah were 13 in all.
New Living TranslationHis other sons included Hilkiah (the second), Tebaliah (the third), and Zechariah (the fourth). Hosah’s sons and relatives, who served as gatekeepers, numbered thirteen in all.
English Standard VersionHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth: all the sons and brothers of Hosah were thirteen.
Berean Standard BibleHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, and Zechariah the fourth. The sons and brothers of Hosah numbered 13 in all.
King James BibleHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth: all the sons and brethren of Hosah were thirteen.
New King James VersionHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth; all the sons and brethren of Hosah were thirteen.
New American Standard BibleHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, and Zechariah the fourth; the sons and relatives of Hosah were thirteen in all.
NASB 1995Hilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth; all the sons and relatives of Hosah were 13.
NASB 1977Hilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth; all the sons and relatives of Hosah were 13.
Legacy Standard BibleHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth; all the sons and relatives of Hosah were thirteen.
Amplified BibleHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth; the sons and relatives of Hosah were thirteen in all.
Christian Standard BibleHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, and Zechariah the fourth. The sons and relatives of Hosah were thirteen in all.
Holman Christian Standard BibleHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, and Zechariah the fourth. The sons and brothers of Hosah were 13 in all.
American Standard VersionHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth: all the sons and brethren of Hosah were thirteen.
English Revised VersionHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth: all the sons and brethren of Hosah were thirteen.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationHosah's other sons were Hilkiah (the second), Tebaliah (the third), and Zechariah (the fourth). There were 13 sons and relatives of Hosah.
Good News TranslationHilkiah, Tebaliah, and Zechariah. In all there were thirteen members of Hosah's family who were Temple guards.
International Standard VersionHilkiah his second, Tebaliah his third, and Zechariah his fourth, with a total of 13 sons and brothers of Hosah
NET Biblethe second Hilkiah, the third Tebaliah, and the fourth Zechariah. All of Hosah's sons and relatives numbered thirteen.
New Heart English BibleHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth: all the sons and brothers of Hosah were thirteen.
Webster's Bible TranslationHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth: all the sons and brethren of Hosah were thirteen. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, and Zechariah the fourth. The sons and brothers of Hosah numbered 13 in all.
World English BibleHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, and Zechariah the fourth. All the sons and brothers of Hosah were thirteen. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth; all the sons and brothers of Hosah—thirteen.
Young's Literal Translation Hilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth; all the sons and brethren of Hosah are thirteen.
Smith's Literal TranslationHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth: all the sons and the brethren to Hosah, thirteen. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHelcias the second, Tabelias the third, Zacharias the fourth: all these the sons, and the brethren of Hosa, were thirteen.
Catholic Public Domain VersionHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth. All these, the sons and brothers of Hosah, were thirteen.
New American BibleHilkiah, the second son, Tebaliah, the third, Zechariah, the fourth. All the sons and kinsmen of Hosah were thirteen.
New Revised Standard VersionHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth: all the sons and brothers of Hosah totaled thirteen. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleHilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth; all the sons and brethren of Hasah were thirteen.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedKhelqia the second, Tebalya the third, Zechariah the fourth, all his sons and the brothers of Khasa, thirteen. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Hilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth; all the sons and brethren of Hosah were thirteen.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationChelcias the second, Tablai the third, Zacharias the fourth: all these were the sons and brethren of Osa, thirteen.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The Divisions of the Gatekeepers… 10Hosah the Merarite also had sons: Shimri the first (although he was not the firstborn, his father had appointed him as the first), 11Hilkiahthe second,Tebaliahthe third,and Zechariahthe fourth.The sonsand brothersof Hosahnumbered 13in all.12These divisions of the gatekeepers, through their chief men, had duties for ministering in the house of the LORD, just as their brothers did.…
Cross References 1 Chronicles 9:22-27The number of those chosen to be gatekeepers at the thresholds was 212. They were registered by genealogy in their villages. David and Samuel the seer had appointed them to their positions of trust. / So they and their descendants were assigned to guard the gates of the house of the LORD—the house called the Tent. / The gatekeepers were stationed on the four sides: east, west, north, and south. ...
1 Chronicles 23:1-5When 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 24:1-5These 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 25:1-8Additionally, 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 27:1-15This is the list of the Israelites—the heads of families, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and their officers who served the king in every matter concerning the divisions on rotating military duty each month throughout the year. There were 24,000 men in each division: / Jashobeam son of Zabdiel was in charge of the first division, which was assigned the first month. There were 24,000 men in his division. / He was a descendant of Perez and chief of all the army commanders for the first month. ...
2 Chronicles 8:14In keeping with the ordinances of his father David, Solomon appointed the divisions of the priests over their service, and the Levites for their duties to offer praise and to minister before the priests according to the daily requirement. He also appointed gatekeepers by their divisions at each gate, for this had been the command of David, the man of God.
2 Chronicles 23:18-19Moreover, Jehoiada put the oversight of the house of the LORD into the hands of the Levitical priests, whom David had appointed over the house of the LORD, to offer burnt offerings to the LORD as written in the Law of Moses, with rejoicing and song, as ordained by David. / He stationed gatekeepers at the gates of the house of the LORD, so that no one who was in any way unclean could enter.
2 Chronicles 31:14-19Kore son of Imnah the Levite, the keeper of the East Gate, was in charge of the freewill offerings given to God, distributing the contributions to the LORD and the consecrated gifts. / Under his authority, Eden, Miniamin, Jeshua, Shemaiah, Amariah, and Shecaniah faithfully distributed portions to their fellow priests in their cities, according to their divisions, old and young alike. / In addition, they distributed portions to the males registered by genealogy who were three years of age or older—to all who would enter the house of the LORD for their daily duties for service in the responsibilities of their divisions— ...
Nehemiah 12:24-26The 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. / Mattaniah, Bakbukiah, Obadiah, Meshullam, Talmon, and Akkub were gatekeepers who guarded the storerooms at the gates. / They served in the days of Joiakim son of Jeshua, the son of Jozadak, and in the days of Nehemiah the governor and Ezra the priest and scribe.
Nehemiah 13:5-9and had prepared for Tobiah a large room where they had previously stored the grain offerings, the frankincense, the temple articles, and the tithes of grain, new wine, and oil prescribed for the Levites, singers, and gatekeepers, along with the contributions for the priests. / While all this was happening, I was not in Jerusalem, because I had returned to Artaxerxes king of Babylon in the thirty-second year of his reign. Some time later I obtained leave from the king / to return to Jerusalem. Then I discovered the evil that Eliashib had done on behalf of Tobiah by providing him a room in the courts of the house of God. ...
Psalm 84:10For better is one day in Your courts than a thousand elsewhere. I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than dwell in the tents of the wicked.
Psalm 134:1-2A song of ascents. Come, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD who serve by night in the house of the LORD! / Lift up your hands to the sanctuary and bless the LORD!
Ezekiel 44:10-14Surely the Levites who wandered away from Me when Israel went astray, and who wandered away from Me after their idols, will bear the consequences of their iniquity. / Yet they shall be ministers in My sanctuary, having charge of the gates of the temple and ministering there. They shall slaughter the burnt offerings and other sacrifices for the people and stand before them to minister to them. / Because they ministered before their idols and became a stumbling block of iniquity to the house of Israel, therefore I swore with an uplifted hand concerning them that they would bear the consequences of their iniquity, declares the Lord GOD. ...
Matthew 24:45-47Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom the master has put in charge of his household, to give the others their food at the proper time? / Blessed is that servant whose master finds him doing so when he returns. / Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions.
Luke 12:42-44And the Lord answered, “Who then is the faithful and wise manager, whom the master puts in charge of his servants to give them their portion at the proper time? / Blessed is that servant whose master finds him doing so when he returns. / Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions.
Treasury of Scripture Hilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, Zechariah the fourth: all the sons and brothers of Hosah were thirteen. Jump to Previous FourthHilkiahHilki'ahHilkijahHosahRelativesSecondThirdThirteenZechariahZechari'ahJump to Next FourthHilkiahHilki'ahHilkijahHosahRelativesSecondThirdThirteenZechariahZechari'ah1 Chronicles 26 1.The divisions of the porters13.The gates assigned by lot20.The Levites that had charge of the treasures29.Officers and judgesHilkiah the secondHilkiah is a name that appears multiple times in the Old Testament, often associated with priestly or Levitical duties. The mention of Hilkiah as "the second" indicates his position in the family hierarchy, suggesting a structured order among the sons of Hosah. This reflects the importance of lineage and order in the Levitical service, as seen in other parts of the Chronicles where genealogies and family roles are meticulously recorded. Tebaliah the third
Tebaliah, being the third, continues the pattern of listing the sons in order of their birth or importance. The name Tebaliah means "Yahweh is good," which is a testament to the faith and religious devotion of the family. This naming convention underscores the cultural practice of embedding theological significance within personal names, a common practice in ancient Israel. Zechariah the fourth
Zechariah, meaning "Yahweh remembers," is a name shared by several notable figures in the Bible, including a prophet and a priest. The recurrence of this name highlights its popularity and the hope it embodies—that God remembers His covenant with His people. The position of Zechariah as the fourth son may indicate his role within the family and the duties he might have been expected to perform in the service of the temple. The sons and brothers of Hosah numbered 13 in all
Hosah was a gatekeeper, and his family was part of the Levitical order responsible for the security and maintenance of the temple. The number 13, while not as symbolically significant as other numbers in the Bible, indicates a sizable family unit dedicated to temple service. This reflects the communal and familial nature of worship and service in ancient Israel, where entire families were often involved in religious duties. The role of gatekeepers was crucial, as they ensured the sanctity and order of the temple, a theme that resonates with the broader biblical narrative of maintaining holiness and reverence in worship. Persons / Places / Events 1. HilkiahThe second son of Hosah, a gatekeeper in the temple. His name means "my portion is Yahweh" in Hebrew, indicating a heritage of faith. 2. TebaliahThe third son of Hosah. His name means "Yahweh is good," reflecting a recognition of God's goodness and provision. 3. ZechariahThe fourth son of Hosah. His name means "Yahweh remembers," suggesting a theme of divine remembrance and faithfulness. 4. HosahA Levite and gatekeeper, responsible for the security and order of the temple. His family was entrusted with significant duties in the house of God. 5. GatekeepersLevites assigned to guard the gates of the temple, ensuring that only those who were ceremonially clean could enter. This role was crucial for maintaining the sanctity of the temple. Teaching Points Faithfulness in ServiceThe role of gatekeepers, though seemingly mundane, was vital for the temple's function. This teaches us that every role in God's service is important, no matter how small it may seem. Heritage of FaithThe names of Hosah's sons reflect a legacy of faith and trust in God. We are encouraged to pass on a spiritual heritage to our children and those we influence. God's RemembranceZechariah's name reminds us that God remembers His promises and His people. We can trust in His faithfulness even when we feel forgotten. Order and HolinessThe gatekeepers maintained order and holiness in the temple. Similarly, we are called to guard our hearts and lives, ensuring that we live in a way that honors God. Community and Family in MinistryHosah's family served together in the temple, illustrating the importance of involving our families in ministry and serving God as a community. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 26:11?
2.How does 1 Chronicles 26:11 highlight the importance of family roles in ministry?
3.What can we learn from Hosah's leadership in 1 Chronicles 26:11?
4.How does 1 Chronicles 26:11 connect to the broader theme of service in Scripture?
5.How can we apply the principles of delegation from 1 Chronicles 26:11 today?
6.What does "sons of Hosah" teach about legacy and faithfulness in God's work?
7.What is the significance of 1 Chronicles 26:11 in the context of temple duties?
8.How does 1 Chronicles 26:11 reflect the organization of Levitical responsibilities?
9.Why is Hosah's family mentioned in 1 Chronicles 26:11?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 26?
11.Why does the list of David's mighty men in 1 Chronicles 11 differ from similar lists in other biblical passages like 2 Samuel 23, and can both be historically accurate?
12.1 Chronicles 26:1 compared to 1 Chronicles 9:17: Do these genealogies for the gatekeepers align, or do they present contradictory lists?
13.1 Chronicles 26:4-6: Why detail Obed-Edom's lineage so precisely with no external evidence to confirm these large family claims?
14.Do references to the Assyrian kings Pul and Tiglath-Pileser in 1 Chronicles 5:26 align with known Assyrian records and timelines?What Does 1 Chronicles 26:11 Mean Hilkiah the second• “Hilkiah” appears here as Hosah’s second-born son, reminding us that the Lord assigns ministry not merely by birth order but by calling (cf.1 Chronicles 26:1–2 where firstborn sons are named yet each receives a specific post). • Other Scripture shows how God often elevates a “second” son—Jacob over Esau (Genesis 25:23), Solomon over Adonijah (1 Kings 1:30)—so Hilkiah’s placement underscores that divine election determines service. • Though distinct from the high priest Hilkiah who rediscovered the Law in Josiah’s day (2 Kings 22:8), the shared name invites us to remember how God repeatedly raises up faithful guardians of His Word.
Tebaliah the third• As the “third,” Tebaliah fills out Hosah’s line, illustrating the continuity of Levitical duty (compare1 Chronicles 9:17–19 where multiple generations of gatekeepers are listed). • Scripture often stresses “three” as a number of completeness—Jonah’s three days (Jonah 1:17), Jesus’ three days in the tomb (Matthew 12:40)—so Tebaliah’s slot reinforces that Hosah’s household was fully supplied for its task. • The flow of names highlights how every member, whatever his birth position, had a concrete place in temple service (cf.1 Corinthians 12:18).
Zechariah the fourth• Zechariah, the fourth son, shows the line’s breadth; four sons parallel the four sides of the temple courts they helped guard (1 Chronicles 26:17–18 lists east, west, north, south gates). • Numerous righteous men named Zechariah appear later—one inspired the people under King Joash (2 Chronicles 24:20), another was father to John the Baptist (Luke 1:13)—and each served as a watchman. This continuity accents the prophetic and protective role associated with the name. • Being the “fourth” reminds us that even those later in birth order can still stand watch faithfully (cf.Matthew 20:1–16 where late laborers receive equal honor).
The sons and brothers of Hosah numbered 13 in all• Thirteen may sound minor, yet within the gatekeeper roster it is a sizable team (1 Chronicles 26:10–12). God furnished Hosah with a full squad to cover their assigned posts “by lots” (1 Chronicles 26:13). • The verse purposely mentions “sons and brothers,” showing that ministry often flourishes when extended family serves side by side (cf.Ezra 2:41–42). • Rather than any superstition about the number 13, Scripture portrays it here as a sign of abundance—ample hands for watchfulness (compare the 24 priestly courses in1 Chronicles 24, the 288 musicians in1 Chronicles 25:7). • Their collective presence anticipates the New Testament principle that Christ sends disciples out “two by two” for accountability and strength (Mark 6:7).
summary1 Chronicles 26:11 records the orderly listing of Hosah’s four named sons—Hilkiah, Tebaliah, Zechariah—and tallies their total clan of thirteen. The Spirit highlights birth order yet shows that every position, regardless of seniority, matters in God’s house. The verse reinforces themes of divine election, familial faithfulness, and adequate provision for temple service, assuring us that the Lord still appoints and equips each believer for a precise role in His ongoing worship and work.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Hilkiahחִלְקִיָּ֤הוּ(ḥil·qî·yā·hū)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2518:Hilkiah -- 'my portion is Yah', the name of several Israelitesthe second,הַשֵּׁנִי֙(haš·šê·nî)Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular
Strong's 8145:Second (an ordinal number)Tebaliahטְבַלְיָ֣הוּ(ṭə·ḇal·yā·hū)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2882:Tebaliah -- 'Yah has dipped', an Israelitethe third,הַשְּׁלִשִׁ֔י(haš·šə·li·šî)Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular
Strong's 7992:Third, feminine a, third, a third, a third-story cell)and Zechariahזְכַרְיָ֖הוּ(zə·ḵar·yā·hū)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2148:Zachariah -- the name of a number of Israelitesthe fourth.הָרְבִעִ֑י(hā·rə·ḇi·‘î)Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular
Strong's 7243:Fourth, a fourthThe sonsבָּנִ֧ים(bā·nîm)Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 1121:A sonand brothersוְאַחִ֛ים(wə·’a·ḥîm)Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 251:A brother, )of Hosahלְחֹסָ֖ה(lə·ḥō·sāh)Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2621:Hosah -- a Levite, also a place in Asher[numbered] 13שְׁלֹשָׁ֥ה(šə·lō·šāh)Number - masculine singular
Strong's 7969:Three, third, thricein all.כָּל־(kāl-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, every
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OT History: 1 Chronicles 26:11 Hilkiah the second Tebaliah the third Zechariah (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |
