1 Chronicles 7:5

Arabic KEH Ketab El Hayat (كتاب الحياة)

أَمَّا جُمْلَةُ الْمُجَنَّدِينَ مِنْ سَائِرِ عَائِلاَتِ سِبْطِ يَسَّاكَرَ وَعَشَائِرِهَا فَسَبْعَةٌ وَثَمَانُونَ أَلْفاً مِنَ الْمُحَارِبِينَ الأَشِدَّاءِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from 1 Chronicles tells us that the family of Issachar had a very large group of strong and brave men, totaling 87,000. It's part of the genealogical records detailing the strength and numbers of different tribes.

Explained for Children

Imagine a big family reunion where everyone is really strong and brave, like superheroes! This verse tells us that the Issachar family had 87,000 of these brave people in their family tree. That's a lot of superheroes!

Historical Background

1 Chronicles was written by an unknown author, possibly a Levite, around 400-300 BC. The text was written for the returning exiles from Babylon to encourage them and remind them of their rich heritage and the importance of their tribal identity.

Living It Out Today

In today's context, this verse can remind us of the importance of valuing our heritage and the strength found in community and family. Just like the Issachar family, communities can find strength and courage when they stand together.

Topics

• genealogy
• community
• strength
• courage
• family
• heritage

Related Verses

• Numbers 26:24
• Genesis 46:13
• Joshua 19:17-23
• Luke 3:33
• 1 Chronicles 12:32

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the number of valiant men important?

The number highlights the strength and size of the Issachar tribe, which was crucial for defense and community support in ancient times.

What can we learn from the Issachar tribe?

We can learn about the importance of valuing our heritage and the strength found in a unified community.

Where else in the Bible are genealogies important?

Genealogies are important in many parts of the Bible, including in Luke and Matthew where they trace Jesus' lineage.

How does this verse fit into the larger context of 1 Chronicles?

This verse is part of the genealogical records that help trace the lineage and strength of different tribes, important for the returning exiles to remember their heritage.