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◄ 1 Chronicles 9:1►

New International Version
All Israel was listed in the genealogies recorded in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah. They were taken captive to Babylon because of their unfaithfulness.

New Living Translation
So all Israel was listed in the genealogical records in The Book of the Kings of Israel. The people of Judah were exiled to Babylon because they were unfaithful to the LORD.

English Standard Version
So all Israel was recorded in genealogies, and these are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel. And Judah was taken into exile in Babylon because of their breach of faith.

Berean Standard Bible
So all Israel was recorded in the genealogies written in the Book of the Kings of Israel. But Judah was exiled to Babylon because of their unfaithfulness.

King James Bible
So all Israel were reckoned by genealogies; and, behold, theywere written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah,who were carried away to Babylon for their transgression.

New King James Version
So all Israel was recorded by genealogies, and indeed, theywere inscribed in the book of the kings of Israel. But Judah was carried away captive to Babylon because of their unfaithfulness.

New American Standard Bible
So all Israel was enrolled in genealogies; and behold, they are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel. And Judah was taken into exile to Babylon for their infidelity.

NASB 1995
So all Israel was enrolled by genealogies; and behold, they are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel. And Judah was carried away into exile to Babylon for their unfaithfulness.

NASB 1977
So all Israel was enrolled by genealogies; and behold, they are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel. And Judah was carried away into exile to Babylon for their unfaithfulness.

Legacy Standard Bible
So all Israel was recorded by genealogies; and behold, they are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel. And Judah was taken away into exile to Babylon for their unfaithfulness.

Amplified Bible
So all Israel was enrolled by genealogies; and they are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel. And Judah was carried away into exile to Babylon because of their unfaithfulness [to God].

Christian Standard Bible
All Israel was registered in the genealogies that are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel. But Judah was exiled to Babylon because of their unfaithfulness.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
All Israel was registered in the genealogies that are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel. But Judah was exiled to Babylon because of their unfaithfulness.

American Standard Version
So all Israel were reckoned by genealogies; and, behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel. And Judah was carried away captive to Babylon for their transgression.

Contemporary English Version
Everyone in Israel was listed in the official family records that were included in the history of Israel's kings. The people of Judah were taken to Babylonia as prisoners because they sinned against the LORD.

English Revised Version
So all Israel were reckoned by genealogies; and, behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel: and Judah was carried away captive to Babylon for their transgression.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
All Israel was recorded in the genealogies in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. The Israelites were taken away to Babylon as captives because they had sinned.

Good News Translation
All the people of Israel were listed according to their families, and this information was recorded in The Book of the Kings of Israel. The people of Judah had been deported to Babylon as punishment for their sins.

International Standard Version
All of Israel was enumerated by genealogy and recorded in the Book of the Kings of Israel as Judah was being taken captive into exile to Babylon due to their disobedience.

NET Bible
Genealogical records were kept for all Israel; they are recorded in the Scroll of the Kings of Israel. Exiles Who Resettled in Jerusalem The people of Judah were carried away to Babylon because of their unfaithfulness.

New Heart English Bible
So all Israel were reckoned by genealogies; and look, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel: and Judah was carried away captive to Babylon for their disobedience.

Webster's Bible Translation
So all Israel were reckoned by genealogies; and behold, they were written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah, who were carried away to Babylon for their transgression.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
So all Israel was recorded in the genealogies written in the Book of the Kings of Israel. But Judah was exiled to Babylon because of their unfaithfulness.

World English Bible
So all Israel were listed by genealogies; and behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel. Judah was carried away captive to Babylon for their disobedience.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And all [those of] Israel have reckoned themselves by genealogy, and behold, they are written on the scroll of the kings of Israel and Judah—they were removed to Babylon for their trespass.

Young's Literal Translation
And all Israel have reckoned themselves by genealogy, and lo, they are written on the book of the kings of Israel and Judah -- they were removed to Babylon for their trespass.

Smith's Literal Translation
And all Israel were enrolled; and behold, being written upon the book of the kings of Israel and Judah, they were carried into exile to Babel in their transgression.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And all Israel was numbered: and the sum of them was written in the book of the kings of Israel, and Juda: and they were carried away to Babylon for their transgression.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And so, all of Israel was numbered. And the sum of them was written in the book of the kings of Israel and of Judah. And they were taken away to Babylon because of their transgression.

New American Bible
Thus all Israel was listed in family lists, and these are recorded in the book of the kings of Israel. Now Judah had been exiled to Babylon because of its treachery.

New Revised Standard Version
So all Israel was enrolled by genealogies; and these are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel. And Judah was taken into exile in Babylon because of their unfaithfulness.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
SO all Israel and Judah were considered wicked, for they were carried captive to Babylon because of their wickedness.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And all the children of Israel and the children of Yehuda were considered evil, those who were taken captive to Babel in their evil.

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
So all Israel were reckoned by genealogies; and, behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel; and Judah was carried away captive to Babylon because of their transgression.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Andthis is all Israel,even their enrolment: and theseare written down in the book of the kings of Israel and Juda, with thenames of them that were carried away to Babylon for their transgressions.

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Context

The People of Jerusalem
1So all Israel was recorded in the genealogies written in the Book of the Kings of Israel.But Judah was exiled to Babylon because of their unfaithfulness.2Now the first to resettle their own property in their cities were Israelites, priests, Levites, and temple servants.…

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Cross References

2 Kings 25:21
There at Riblah in the land of Hamath, the king of Babylon struck them down and put them to death. So Judah was taken into exile, away from its own land.

2 Kings 24:14-16
He carried into exile all Jerusalem—all the commanders and mighty men of valor, all the craftsmen and metalsmiths—ten thousand captives in all. Only the poorest people of the land remained. / Nebuchadnezzar carried away Jehoiachin to Babylon, as well as the king’s mother, his wives, his officials, and the leading men of the land. He took them into exile from Jerusalem to Babylon. / The king of Babylon also brought into exile to Babylon all seven thousand men of valor and a thousand craftsmen and metalsmiths—all strong and fit for battle.

2 Kings 25:11
Then Nebuzaradan captain of the guard carried into exile the people who remained in the city, along with the deserters who had defected to the king of Babylon and the rest of the population.

2 Kings 25:26
Then all the people small and great, together with the commanders of the army, arose and fled to Egypt for fear of the Chaldeans.

2 Kings 25:30
And the king provided Jehoiachin a daily portion for the rest of his life.

Ezra 2:1
Now these are the people of the province who came up from the captivity of the exiles carried away to Babylon by Nebuchadnezzar its king. They returned to Jerusalem and Judah, each to his own town,

Nehemiah 7:6
These are the people of the province who came up from the captivity of the exiles carried away to Babylon by Nebuchadnezzar its king. They returned to Jerusalem and Judah, each to his own town,

Jeremiah 52:28-30
These are the people Nebuchadnezzar carried away: in the seventh year, 3,023 Jews; / in Nebuchadnezzar’s eighteenth year, 832 people from Jerusalem; / in Nebuchadnezzar’s twenty-third year, Nebuzaradan captain of the guard carried away 745 Jews. So in all, 4,600 people were taken away.

Jeremiah 39:9
Then Nebuzaradan captain of the guard carried away to Babylon the remnant of the people who had remained in the city, along with the deserters who had defected to him.

Jeremiah 52:15
Then Nebuzaradan captain of the guard carried into exile some of the poorest people and those who remained in the city, along with the deserters who had defected to the king of Babylon and the rest of the craftsmen.

Daniel 1:1-2
In the third year of the reign of Jehoiakim king of Judah, Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon came to Jerusalem and besieged it. / And the Lord delivered into his hand Jehoiakim king of Judah, along with some of the articles from the house of God. He carried these off to the land of Shinar, to the house of his god, where he put them in the treasury of his god.

Matthew 1:17
In all, then, there were fourteen generations from Abraham to David, fourteen from David to the exile to Babylon, and fourteen from the exile to the Christ.

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 7:43
You have taken along the tabernacle of Molech and the star of your god Rephan, the idols you made to worship. Therefore I will send you into exile beyond Babylon.’

Acts 13:17-23
The God of the people of Israel chose our fathers. He made them into a great people during their stay in Egypt, and with an uplifted arm He led them out of that land. / He endured their conduct for about forty years in the wilderness. / And having vanquished seven nations in Canaan, He gave their land to His people as an inheritance. ...

Treasury of Scripture

So all Israel were reckoned by genealogies; and, behold, they were written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah, who were carried away to Babylon for their transgression.

Ezra 2:59,62,63
And thesewere they which went up from Telmelah, Telharsa, Cherub, Addan,and Immer: but they could not shew their father's house, and their seed, whether theywere of Israel: …

Nehemiah 7:5,64
And my God put into mine heart to gather together the nobles, and the rulers, and the people, that they might be reckoned by genealogy. And I found a register of the genealogy of them which came up at the first, and found written therein, …

Matthew 1:1-16
The book of the generation of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham…

carried

2 Chronicles 33:11
Wherefore the LORD brought upon them the captains of the host of the king of Assyria, which took Manasseh among the thorns, and bound him with fetters, and carried him to Babylon.

2 Chronicles 36:9,10,18-20
Jehoiachinwas eight years old when he began to reign, and he reigned three months and ten days in Jerusalem: and he didthat which was evil in the sight of the LORD…

Jeremiah 39:9
Then Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard carried away captive into Babylon the remnant of the people that remained in the city, and those that fell away, that fell to him, with the rest of the people that remained.

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So all Israel was recorded in the genealogies
The genealogies served as a vital record for the Israelites, preserving tribal identities and family lineages. This practice was crucial for maintaining the inheritance rights and fulfilling the promises made to the patriarchs. Genealogies also provided a sense of continuity and identity, especially important after the Babylonian exile. The recording of genealogies reflects the importance of order and structure in Israelite society, as seen in other biblical books like Genesis and Numbers.

written in the Book of the Kings of Israel
This phrase refers to historical records that chronicled the reigns of the kings of Israel and Judah. These records were likely official annals or court documents that detailed the events and genealogies of the time. While the specific "Book of the Kings of Israel" is not extant, it is referenced in other biblical texts, indicating its role as a source for the historical narratives found in the books of Kings and Chronicles. This highlights the meticulous nature of record-keeping in ancient Israel and the importance of historical documentation.

But Judah was exiled to Babylon
The exile of Judah to Babylon was a pivotal event in Israelite history, marking the end of the Davidic kingdom and the beginning of a period of captivity. This exile occurred in 586 BC when Nebuchadnezzar II conquered Jerusalem. The Babylonian exile was a fulfillment of prophetic warnings given by prophets like Jeremiah and Isaiah, who had cautioned the people about the consequences of their disobedience. The exile served as a period of purification and reflection for the Jewish people, leading to a renewed commitment to their faith upon their return.

because of their unfaithfulness
The unfaithfulness of Judah refers to their persistent idolatry and disobedience to God's commandments. Despite numerous warnings from prophets, the people of Judah continued to worship foreign gods and engage in practices contrary to the covenant established with Yahweh. This spiritual adultery led to their downfall and exile, as God allowed the Babylonians to conquer them as a form of divine judgment. The theme of unfaithfulness and its consequences is a recurring motif in the Old Testament, emphasizing the need for repentance and fidelity to God.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Israel
Refers to the collective tribes of Israel, God's chosen people, who were enrolled in genealogies.

2.Judah
The southern kingdom of Israel, which was taken into exile due to their unfaithfulness to God.

3.Babylon
The empire that conquered Judah and took its people into exile.

4.Genealogies
Records of lineage that were important for maintaining tribal and family identities.

5.Book of the Kings of Israel
A historical record that chronicled the reigns of the kings and significant events in Israel's history.

Teaching Points

The Importance of Faithfulness
The exile of Judah serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of unfaithfulness to God. Believers are called to remain steadfast in their faith and obedience.

The Role of Genealogies
Genealogies in the Bible are not just historical records; they affirm God's faithfulness in preserving His people and fulfilling His promises.

Divine Judgment and Mercy
While God judged Judah for their unfaithfulness, He also promised restoration. This dual theme of judgment and mercy is a recurring biblical motif.

The Sovereignty of God
The exile demonstrates God's control over nations and history. Believers can trust in His sovereign plan, even in times of discipline.

Identity and Heritage
Maintaining a spiritual heritage is crucial. Just as genealogies preserved Israel's identity, Christians are called to uphold their spiritual lineage through faith and practice.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 9:1?

2.How does 1 Chronicles 9:1 emphasize the importance of genealogies in Israel's history?

3.What lessons can we learn from Israel's exile due to "unfaithfulness"?

4.How does 1 Chronicles 9:1 connect to God's covenant promises to Israel?

5.In what ways can we remain faithful to God in our daily lives?

6.How does understanding Israel's history in 1 Chronicles 9:1 strengthen our faith today?

7.What does 1 Chronicles 9:1 reveal about God's judgment on Israel's unfaithfulness?

8.How does 1 Chronicles 9:1 relate to the theme of exile and restoration?

9.Why is the genealogical record significant in 1 Chronicles 9:1?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 9?

11.What are the key themes in 1 Chronicles?

12.How can 1 Chronicles 9:1 claim all Israel was recorded in genealogies when many tribes’ lineages appear incomplete or missing elsewhere?

13.1 Chronicles 26:13–19: How realistic are the high numbers of gatekeepers given the estimated population sizes of ancient Israel?

14.In 2 Chronicles 31:15–16, how do we reconcile the detailed priestly organization described here with the lack of parallel records in other historical texts from that era?

What Does 1 Chronicles 9:1 Mean

So all Israel was recorded in the genealogies

- The writer pauses after eight chapters of family lists (1 Chronicles 1–8) to affirm that every tribe—“all Israel”—was literally documented.

- This detail shows God’s concern for individuals and families. Nothing is lost or overlooked (cf.Exodus 32:32;Malachi 3:16).

- These records also protected land rights and priestly duties when the people later returned from exile (Ezra 2:59–63;Nehemiah 7:5).

- By stressing “all Israel,” the author looks beyond the divided monarchies to God’s promise of one unified nation under the Messiah (Ezekiel 37:21-22;Hosea 1:11).

written in the Book of the Kings of Israel

- The “Book of the Kings of Israel” was a royal archive used by the biblical authors (see1 Kings 14:19;2 Kings 14:18). Chronicles assumes its reliability, reinforcing Scripture’s trustworthiness.

- This citation invites readers to explore further: Scripture encourages research and verification (Acts 17:11).

- It also reminds us that God works through history, not myths; real kings, real scribes, real documents (Luke 1:1-4).

But Judah was exiled to Babylon

- The northern kingdom (often called Israel) had already fallen to Assyria (2 Kings 17:6). Now the spotlight shifts to Judah’s own collapse in 586 BC (2 Kings 25:8-11).

- Babylonian exile fulfilled repeated warnings (Deuteronomy 28:36;Jeremiah 25:8-11).

- This sober statement bridges past genealogy with future hope: God disciplines yet preserves a remnant (Isaiah 10:20-22).

because of their unfaithfulness

- Unfaithfulness (idolatry, injustice, covenant breaking) was the root cause, not Babylon’s power (2 Chronicles 36:14-16).

- God’s covenant is moral: blessings follow obedience, chastening follows rebellion (Leviticus 26:14-39;Hebrews 12:6).

- Yet even judgment holds grace: exile purified the nation and prepared hearts for return (Ezra 1:1;Zechariah 1:3).

summary

1 Chronicles 9:1 draws a sharp contrast: God carefully records His people, yet He also disciplines them. The verse reassures us that every life matters to God and that history unfolds under His sovereign hand. At the same time, it warns that covenant privilege brings covenant responsibility; unfaithfulness leads to real consequences.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 1. -So all Israel were reckoned by genealogies. The Hebrew verb (חִתְיַחְשׂי) is sufficiently satisfied by the renderingwere enrolled, orwere registered.The book of the kings of Israel and Judah. The book referred to is often styled "The book of the kings of Israel" (2 Chronicles 20:34;2 Chronicles 33:18); and it is more probable that that is the intended title here, and that the words should follow thus:And Judah were carried captive to Babylon because of their transgressions. This the Masoretic accenting dictates, though the Septuagint, Vulgate, and Luther have our Authorized Version order. The inconvenience to certain of not being able to find their registers is alluded to inEzra 2:59.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

So all
וְכָל־(wə·ḵāl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, every

Israel
יִשְׂרָאֵל֙(yiś·rā·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478:Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc

was recorded in the genealogies
הִתְיַחְשׂ֔וּ(hiṯ·yaḥ·śū)
Verb - Hitpael - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 3187:To enroll oneself or be enrolled by genealogy

written
כְּתוּבִ֔ים(kə·ṯū·ḇîm)
Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine plural
Strong's 3789:To grave, to write

in
עַל־(‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921:Above, over, upon, against

the Book
סֵ֖פֶר(sê·p̄er)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 5612:A missive, document, writing, book

of the Kings
מַלְכֵ֣י(mal·ḵê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 4428:A king

of Israel.
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל(yiś·rā·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478:Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc

But Judah
וִיהוּדָ֛ה(wî·hū·ḏāh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3063:Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites

was exiled
הָגְל֥וּ(hā·ḡə·lū)
Verb - Hofal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 1540:To denude, to exile, to reveal

to Babylon
לְבָבֶ֖ל(lə·ḇā·ḇel)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 894:Babylon -- an eastern Mediterranean empire and its capital city

because of their unfaithfulness.
בְּמַעֲלָֽם׃(bə·ma·‘ă·lām)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 4604:An unfaithful or treacherous act

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OT History: 1 Chronicles 9:1 So all Israel were reckoned by genealogies (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr)