1 Chronicles 25:21

Arabic Simplified (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَالرَّابِعَةَ عَشْرَةَ عَلَى مَتَّثْيَا وَأبْنَائِهِ وَأقَارِبِهِ، وَعَدَدُهُمُ اثْنَا عَشَرَ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse lists the fourteenth person, Mattithiah, along with his sons and brothers, totaling twelve individuals. It appears in a genealogical and organizational context within the temple service. The key message is the listing of specific individuals and their roles in the temple.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a big family reunion and you want to count all your cousins and uncles. This verse is like counting one big family group at a temple party. Mattithiah is the head of this group, and he has 11 more people in his family helping him.

Historical Background

1 Chronicles was written by a priestly author, possibly Ezra, after the Babylonian exile, around 450 BCE. The book aims to reconstruct the history of Israel and emphasize the importance of temple worship. The audience is the returning exiles who need to rebuild their religious life and community.

Living It Out Today

In modern terms, this verse can be seen as a reminder of the importance of family and teamwork in achieving larger goals. For instance, a local church might organize various service teams, each led by a responsible member with their family or close associates to support the community.

Topics

• genealogy
• family
• service
• organization
• community
• temple

Related Verses

• 1 Chronicles 6:31-33
• 1 Chronicles 9:33
• Numbers 3:39
• Psalm 84:10
• 1 Corinthians 12:27

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the number 12 important in 1 Chronicles 25:21?

The number 12 often symbolizes completeness or a full set in biblical contexts. Here, it may indicate a full complement of individuals serving under Mattithiah.

What was the role of Mattithiah mentioned in this verse?

Mattithiah is listed as one of the leaders of the musical groups in the temple service, showing his importance in organizing and leading the group.

How does this verse relate to family roles in community service?

This verse illustrates how family units were involved in communal tasks, suggesting that family support and teamwork were integral to temple service.

Can you explain the context of 1 Chronicles 25:21?

This verse is part of a larger section detailing the organization of temple musicians, providing insights into the structure and roles within the temple worship system post-exile.