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1 Chronicles 27

1 Chronicles 27:15

Twelve Captains for Twelve Months · 1 Chronicles 27:1–15
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Translations

Modern
The twelfth, for the twelfth month, was Heldai the Netophathite, from the family of Othniel. There were 24,000 men in his division.
Traditional
The twelfth captain for the twelfth month was Heldai the Netophathite, of Othniel: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.
Literal
The twelfth, for the twelfth month, was Heldai the Netophathite, of Othniel, and in his division were twenty-four thousand.
Latin
Duodecimus, mense duodecimo, Holdai Netophathites, de stirpe Gothoniel: et in turma ejus viginti quatuor millia.

Original

Hebrew
English
The twelfth, for the twelfth month, was Heldai the Netophathite, from the family of Othniel. There were 24,000 men in his division.

Notes

1 Chronicles 27:1–15

David organized his reserve army into twelve divisions. Each division served for one month each year. Their duties likely included protecting borders, policing, maintaining order in conquered areas, manning fortresses, and taking care of military equipment like horses and chariots. The divisions were not based on Israel’s tribal structure. Each division included people from different tribes, showing the kingdom's integration.

Theme notes and profiles

David

People

Heleb: One of David's mighty warriors Othniel: First judge of Israel, Caleb's nephew

Places

Netophah: A town in Judah, home to several notable individuals

Glossary

Chronicles, Books of First and Second David Genealogy Heldai Netophah, Netophathite Warfare

Topics

Armies: Generals of Corps and Divisions Heldai: The Netophathite: One of David's Heroes Month: Twelve Months Reckoned to a Year Months: The Year Composed of Twelve The Armies of Israel: Part of, Retained in Times of Peace by the Kings