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They were brave warriors, famous men, and heads of their families. <a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/5.htm">New Living Translation</a> These were the leaders of their clans: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel. These men had a great reputation as mighty warriors and leaders of their clans. <a href="/esv/1_chronicles/5.htm">English Standard Version</a> These were the heads of their fathers’ houses: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty warriors, famous men, heads of their fathers’ houses. <a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/5.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> These were the heads of their families: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel. They were mighty men of valor, famous men, and heads of their families. <a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/5.htm">King James Bible</a> And these were the heads of the house of their fathers, even Epher, and Ishi, and Eliel, and Azriel, and Jeremiah, and Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty men of valour, famous men, and heads of the house of their fathers. <a href="/nkjv/1_chronicles/5.htm">New King James Version</a> These were the heads of their fathers’ houses: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel. They were mighty men of valor, famous men, and heads of their fathers’ houses. <a href="/nasb_/1_chronicles/5.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> These were the heads of their fathers’ households: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, valiant mighty men, famous men, heads of their fathers’ households. <a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/5.htm">NASB 1995</a> These were the heads of their fathers&#8217 households, even Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah and Jahdiel, mighty men of valor, famous men, heads of their fathers&#8217 households. <a href="/nasb77/1_chronicles/5.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And these were the heads of their fathers’ households, even Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty men of valor, famous men, heads of their fathers’ households. <a href="/lsb/1_chronicles/5.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> These were the heads of their fathers’ households, even Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty men of valor, men of renown, heads of their fathers’ households. <a href="/amp/1_chronicles/5.htm">Amplified Bible</a> These were the heads of their fathers’ households: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, warriors of valor [willing and able to encounter danger], famous men, and heads of the households of their fathers. <a href="/csb/1_chronicles/5.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> These were the heads of their ancestral families: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel. They were valiant warriors, famous men, and heads of their ancestral houses. <a href="/hcsb/1_chronicles/5.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> These were the heads of their ancestral houses: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel. They were brave warriors, famous men, and heads of their ancestral houses. <a href="/asv/1_chronicles/5.htm">American Standard Version</a> And these were the heads of their fathers' houses: even Epher, and Ishi, and Eliel, and Azriel, and Jeremiah, and Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty men of valor, famous men, heads of their fathers' houses. <a href="/cev/1_chronicles/5.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel were their clan leaders; they were well-known leaders and brave soldiers. <a href="/erv/1_chronicles/5.htm">English Revised Version</a> And these were the heads of their fathers' houses; even Epher, and Ishi, and Eliel, and Azriel, and Jeremiah, and Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty men of valour, famous men, heads of their fathers' houses. <a href="/gwt/1_chronicles/5.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> These were the heads of Manasseh's families: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel. They were soldiers who were famous heads of their families. <a href="/gnt/1_chronicles/5.htm">Good News Translation</a> The following were the heads of their clans: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel. They were all outstanding soldiers, well-known leaders of their clans. <a href="/isv/1_chronicles/5.htm">International Standard Version</a> These were the leaders of their clans: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel—they were mighty warriors, well known men, and leaders of their clans. <a href="/net/1_chronicles/5.htm">NET Bible</a> These were the leaders of their families: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel. They were skilled warriors, men of reputation, and leaders of their families. <a href="/nheb/1_chronicles/5.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> These were the heads of their fathers' houses: Epher, and Ishi, and Eliel, and Azriel, and Jeremiah, and Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty men of valor, famous men, heads of their fathers' houses. <a href="/wbt/1_chronicles/5.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And these were the heads of the house of their fathers, even Epher, and Ishi, and Eliel, and Azriel, and Jeremiah, and Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty men of valor, famous men, and heads of the house of their fathers.<div class="vheading2">Majority Text Translations</div><a href="/msb/1_chronicles/5.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> These were the heads of their families: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel. They were mighty men of valor, famous men, and heads of their families. <a href="/web/1_chronicles/5.htm">World English Bible</a> These were the heads of their fathers’ houses: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel—mighty men of valor, famous men, heads of their fathers’ houses. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/1_chronicles/5.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And these [are] heads of the house of their fathers: even Epher, and Ishi, and Eliel, and Azriel, and Jeremiah, and Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, men mighty in valor, men of renown, heads of the house of their fathers. <a href="/ylt/1_chronicles/5.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And these are heads of the house of their fathers, even Epher, and Ishi, and Eliel, and Azriel, and Jeremiah, and Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, men mighty in valour, men of name, heads to the house of their fathers. <a href="/slt/1_chronicles/5.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And these the heads of the house of their fathers: and Epher and Ishi, and Eliel, and Azriel, and Jeremiah, and Hodaviah, and Jandiel; mighty men of strength, men of names, heads to the house of their fathers.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/1_chronicles/5.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And these were the heads of the house of their kindred, Epher, and Jesi, and Eliel, and Esriel, and Jeremia, and Odoia, and Jediel, most valiant and powerful men, and famous chiefs in their families. <a href="/cpdv/1_chronicles/5.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And these were leaders of the house of their kindred: Epher, and Ishi, and Eliel, and Azriel, and Jeremiah, and Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, very valiant and powerful men, and renown leaders in their families. <a href="/nabre/1_chronicles/5.htm">New American Bible</a> The following were the heads of their ancestral houses: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel—men who were warriors, famous men, and heads over their ancestral houses. <a href="/nrsvce/1_chronicles/5.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> These were the heads of their clans: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty warriors, famous men, heads of their clans.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/1_chronicles/5.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> All mighty men of valour, famous men, and heads of the house of their families. <a href="/hpbt/1_chronicles/5.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> And these were the heads of the house of their fathers: Apha and Shub and Eldaa and Azrayel and Adumya and Uriyah and Khezayel, mighty men of the army, men of fame, for they were the heads of the house of their fathers.<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/1_chronicles/5.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> And these were the heads of their fathers' houses: Epher, and Ishi, and Eliel, and Azriel, and Jeremiah, and Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty men of valour, famous men, heads of their fathers' houses. <a href="/sep/1_chronicles/5.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> And these were the heads of the houses of their families; Opher, and Sei, and Eliel, and Jeremia, and Oduia, and Jediel, mighty men of valour, men of renown, heads of the houses of their families. <a href="/parallel/1_chronicles/5-24.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/wtNNY-qpWWI?start=1553" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/5.htm">The Half-tribe of Manasseh</a> 23Now the people of the half-tribe of Manasseh were numerous. They settled in the land from Bashan to Baal-hermon (that is, Senir, also known as Mount Hermon). 24<a href="/hebrew/428.htm" title="428: wə·’êl·leh (Conj-w:: Pro-cp) -- These. Prolonged from 'el; these or those.">These</a> <a href="/hebrew/7218.htm" title="7218: rā·šê (N-mpc) -- Head. From an unused root apparently meaning to shake; the head, whether literal or figurative.">were the heads</a> <a href="/hebrew/1.htm" title="1: ’ă·ḇō·w·ṯām (N-mpc:: 3mp) -- Father. A primitive word; father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application).">of their families:</a> <a href="/hebrew/1004.htm" title="1004: ḇêṯ- (N-msc) -- A house. Probably from banah abbreviated; a house."></a> <a href="/hebrew/6081.htm" title="6081: wə·‘ê·p̄er (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- Two Isr., also a Midianite. Probably a variation of opher; gazelle; Epher, the name of an Arabian and of two Israelites.">Epher,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3469.htm" title="3469: wə·yiš·‘î (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- Saving, four Isr. From yasha'; saving; Jishi, the name of four Israelites.">Ishi,</a> <a href="/hebrew/447.htm" title="447: we·’ĕ·lî·’êl (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- My God is God, the name of several Isr. From 'el repeated; God of God; Eliel, the name of nine Israelites.">Eliel,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5837.htm" title="5837: wə·‘az·rî·’êl (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- My help is God, three Isr. From ezer and 'el; help of God; Azriel, the name of three Israelites.">Azriel,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3414.htm" title="3414: wə·yir·mə·yāh (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- Or Yirmyahuw; from ruwm and Yahh; Jah will rise; Jirmejah, the name of eight or nine Israelites.">Jeremiah,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1938.htm" title="1938: wə·hō·w·ḏaw·yāh (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- An Israelite name. From howd and Yahh; majesty of Jah; Hodavjah, the name of three Israelites.">Hodaviah,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3164.htm" title="3164: wə·yaḥ·dî·’êl (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- Jahdiel -- together. From yachad and 'el; unity of God; Jachdiel, an Israelite.">and Jahdiel.</a> <a href="/hebrew/1368.htm" title="1368: gib·bō·w·rê (Adj-mpc) -- Strong, mighty. Or gibbor; intensive from the same as geber; powerful; by implication, warrior, tyrant.">They were mighty</a> <a href="/hebrew/582.htm" title="582: ’an·šê (N-mpc) -- Man, mankind. From 'anash; properly, a mortal; hence, a man in general.">men</a> <a href="/hebrew/2428.htm" title="2428: ḥa·yil (N-ms) -- From chuwl; probably a force, whether of men, means or other resources; an army, wealth, virtue, valor, strength.">of valor,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8034.htm" title="8034: šê·mō·wṯ (N-mp) -- A primitive word; an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character.">famous</a> <a href="/hebrew/582.htm" title="582: ’ă·nā·šîm (N-mp) -- Man, mankind. From 'anash; properly, a mortal; hence, a man in general.">men,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7218.htm" title="7218: rā·šîm (N-mp) -- Head. From an unused root apparently meaning to shake; the head, whether literal or figurative.">and heads</a> <a href="/hebrew/1.htm" title="1: ’ă·ḇō·w·ṯām (N-mpc:: 3mp) -- Father. A primitive word; father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application).">of their families.</a> <a href="/hebrew/1004.htm" title="1004: lə·ḇêṯ (Prep-l:: N-msc) -- A house. Probably from banah abbreviated; a house."></a> 25But they were unfaithful to the God of their fathers, and they prostituted themselves with the gods of the peoples of the land, whom God had destroyed before them.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/joshua/1-6.htm">Joshua 1:6-9</a> Be strong and courageous, for you shall give these people the inheritance of the land that I swore to their fathers I would give them. / Above all, be strong and very courageous. Be careful to observe all the law that My servant Moses commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right or to the left, so that you may prosper wherever you go. / This Book of the Law must not depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. For then you will prosper and succeed in all you do. ... <a href="/judges/6-12.htm">Judges 6:12</a> And the angel of the LORD appeared to Gideon and said, “The LORD is with you, O mighty man of valor.” <a href="/1_samuel/16-18.htm">1 Samuel 16:18</a> One of the servants answered, “I have seen a son of Jesse of Bethlehem who knows how to play the harp. He is a mighty man of valor, a warrior, eloquent and handsome, and the LORD is with him.” <a href="/2_samuel/10-12.htm">2 Samuel 10:12</a> Be strong and let us fight bravely for our people and for the cities of our God. May the LORD do what is good in His sight.” <a href="/1_kings/2-2.htm">1 Kings 2:2-3</a> “I am about to go the way of all the earth. So be strong and prove yourself a man. / And keep the charge of the LORD your God to walk in His ways and to keep His statutes, commandments, ordinances, and decrees, as written in the Law of Moses, so that you may prosper in all you do and wherever you turn, <a href="/1_kings/8-61.htm">1 Kings 8:61</a> So let your heart be fully devoted to the LORD our God, as it is this day, to walk in His statutes and to keep His commandments.” <a href="/2_kings/18-5.htm">2 Kings 18:5-7</a> Hezekiah trusted in the LORD, the God of Israel. No king of Judah was like him, either before him or after him. / He remained faithful to the LORD and did not turn from following Him; he kept the commandments that the LORD had given Moses. / And the LORD was with Hezekiah, and he prospered wherever he went. He rebelled against the king of Assyria and refused to serve him. <a href="/1_chronicles/12-32.htm">1 Chronicles 12:32</a> From Issachar, men who understood the times and knew what Israel should do: 200 chiefs with all their kinsmen at their command. <a href="/1_chronicles/28-20.htm">1 Chronicles 28:20</a> David also said to Solomon his son, “Be strong and courageous, and do it. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will neither fail you nor forsake you before all the work for the service of the house of the LORD is finished. <a href="/2_chronicles/15-7.htm">2 Chronicles 15:7</a> But as for you, be strong; do not be discouraged, for your work will be rewarded.” <a href="/2_chronicles/19-11.htm">2 Chronicles 19:11</a> Note that Amariah, the chief priest, will be over you in all that pertains to the LORD, and Zebadiah son of Ishmael, the ruler of the house of Judah, in all that pertains to the king. And the Levites will serve as officers before you. Act resolutely; may the LORD be with the upright!” <a href="/nehemiah/6-9.htm">Nehemiah 6:9</a> For they were all trying to frighten us, saying, “Their hands will be weakened in the work, and it will never be finished.” But now, my God, strengthen my hands. <a href="/psalms/31-24.htm">Psalm 31:24</a> Be strong and courageous, all you who hope in the LORD. <a href="/isaiah/41-6.htm">Isaiah 41:6</a> Each one helps the other and says to his brother, “Be strong!” <a href="/daniel/11-32.htm">Daniel 11:32</a> With flattery he will corrupt those who violate the covenant, but the people who know their God will firmly resist him.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And these were the heads of the house of their fathers, even Epher, and Ishi, and Eliel, and Azriel, and Jeremiah, and Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty men of valor, famous men, and heads of the house of their fathers.Epher.<a href="/genesis/25-4.htm">Genesis 25:4</a> And the sons of Midian; Ephah, and Epher, and Hanoch, and Abida, and Eldaah. All these were the children of Keturah.Ishi.<a href="/1_chronicles/2-31.htm">1 Chronicles 2:31</a> And the sons of Appaim; Ishi. And the sons of Ishi; Sheshan. And the children of Sheshan; Ahlai.Eliel.<a href="/1_chronicles/8-20.htm">1 Chronicles 8:20</a> And Elienai, and Zilthai, and Eliel,Azriel.(1) Chief of a family of Manasseh.<a href="/1_chronicles/5-24.htm">1 Chronicles 5:24</a> And these were the heads of the house of their fathers, even Epher, and Ishi, and Eliel, and Azriel, and Jeremiah, and Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty men of valour, famous men, and heads of the house of their fathers.(2) Father of Jerimoth.<a href="/1_chronicles/27-19.htm">1 Chronicles 27:19</a> Of Zebulun, Ishmaiah the son of Obadiah: of Naphtali, Jerimoth the son of Azriel:(3) Father of Seraiah.<a href="/jeremiah/36-26.htm">Jeremiah 36:26</a> But the king commanded Jerahmeel the son of Hammelech, and Seraiah the son of Azriel, and Shelemiah the son of Abdeel, to take Baruch the scribe and Jeremiah the prophet: but the LORD hid them.Jeremiah.<a href="/jeremiah/1-1.htm">Jeremiah 1:1</a> The words of Jeremiah the son of Hilkiah, of the priests that were in Anathoth in the land of Benjamin:Hodaviah.<a href="/1_chronicles/5-24.htm">1 Chronicles 5:24</a> And these were the heads of the house of their fathers, even Epher, and Ishi, and Eliel, and Azriel, and Jeremiah, and Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty men of valour, famous men, and heads of the house of their fathers.<a href="/1_chronicles/9-7.htm">1 Chronicles 9:7</a> And of the sons of Benjamin; Sallu the son of Meshullam, the son of Hodaviah, the son of Hasenuah,<a href="/ezra/2-40.htm">Ezra 2:40</a> The Levites: the children of Jeshua and Kadmiel, of the children of Hodaviah, seventy and four.(1) A descendant of Jeconiah.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/jeremiah/36-26.htm">Azriel</a> <a href="/jeremiah/36-26.htm">Az'ri-El</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/31-13.htm">Eliel</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/15-11.htm">Eli'el</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/4-17.htm">Epher</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/5-17.htm">Families</a> <a href="/2_samuel/23-22.htm">Famous</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/5-15.htm">Fathers</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/5-22.htm">Great</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/5-7.htm">Heads</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/3-24.htm">Hodaviah</a> <a href="/ezra/2-40.htm">Hodavi'ah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/5-15.htm">House</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/5-15.htm">Households</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/5-15.htm">Houses</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/4-42.htm">Ishi</a> <a href="/2_kings/24-18.htm">Jeremiah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/4-42.htm">Jishi</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/5-2.htm">Mighty</a> <a href="/2_kings/24-16.htm">Valor</a> <a href="/2_kings/24-14.htm">Valour</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/5-22.htm">War</a> <a href="/2_kings/24-16.htm">Warriors</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_chronicles/27-19.htm">Azriel</a> <a href="/jeremiah/36-26.htm">Az'ri-El</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-34.htm">Eliel</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-34.htm">Eli'el</a> <a href="/genesis/25-4.htm">Epher</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-19.htm">Families</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/11-24.htm">Famous</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/5-25.htm">Fathers</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/7-4.htm">Great</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/7-2.htm">Heads</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/9-7.htm">Hodaviah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/9-7.htm">Hodavi'ah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-10.htm">House</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-19.htm">Households</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-19.htm">Houses</a> <a href="/hosea/2-16.htm">Ishi</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/12-4.htm">Jeremiah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/2-31.htm">Jishi</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/7-2.htm">Mighty</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/7-2.htm">Valor</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/7-2.htm">Valour</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/7-4.htm">War</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/7-5.htm">Warriors</a><div class="vheading2">1 Chronicles 5</div>1. <a href="/1_chronicles/5-1.htm">Judah and Joseph preferred before Reuben, who forfeited his birthright.</a> 3. <a href="/1_chronicles/5-3.htm">Ruben's descendants; some of whom vanquish the Hagarites.</a> 11. <a href="/1_chronicles/5-11.htm">The chief men of Gad, and their habitations.</a> 18. <a href="/1_chronicles/5-18.htm">Ruben, Gad, and half of Manasseh, obtain a victory over the Hagarites.</a> 23. <a href="/1_chronicles/5-23.htm">The habitations and chief men of that half of Manasseh.</a> 25. <a href="/1_chronicles/5-25.htm">The captivity of the two tribes and half, for their sins.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_chronicles/5.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_chronicles/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/1_chronicles/5.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>These were the heads of their families: In ancient Israel, the family unit was central to social structure, and the head of a family held significant authority and responsibility. This role often included leadership in both domestic and military affairs. The genealogies in Chronicles emphasize the importance of lineage and heritage, reflecting the continuity of God's covenant with His people.Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel: These names represent leaders from the tribe of Manasseh, east of the Jordan River. Each name carries meaning, often reflecting attributes or hopes of the parents. For example, "Jeremiah" means "Yahweh exalts," indicating a recognition of God's sovereignty. The listing of these names underscores the chronicler's intent to preserve the memory of these leaders and their contributions to Israel's history.They were mighty men of valor: This phrase highlights their prowess and bravery, particularly in military contexts. "Mighty men of valor" is a term used throughout the Old Testament to describe warriors of exceptional courage and skill, such as David's mighty men (2 Samuel 23). Their valor would have been crucial in defending their territory and maintaining the security of their people.Famous men: Their fame suggests they were well-known and respected, not only for their military achievements but also for their leadership and wisdom. In the ancient Near East, fame was often linked to one's deeds and character, and being remembered in the biblical text indicates their significant impact on their community and history.And heads of their families: Reiterating their role as family heads emphasizes their leadership and the trust placed in them by their kin. This dual mention of their position underscores the importance of family leadership in maintaining the social and spiritual fabric of Israel. It also reflects the biblical theme of God working through families and tribes to fulfill His purposes, as seen in the patriarchs and the twelve tribes of Israel.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/e/epher,_ishi,_eliel,_azriel,_jeremiah,_hodaviah,_and_jahdiel.htm">Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel</a> These individuals are listed as the heads of their families among the descendants of the half-tribe of Manasseh. They are described as "mighty men of valor" and "famous men," indicating their significant roles and reputations within their community. 2. <a href="/topical/h/half-tribe_of_manasseh.htm">Half-Tribe of Manasseh</a> This refers to the descendants of Manasseh, one of Joseph's sons, who settled on the east side of the Jordan River. The half-tribe of Manasseh was known for its military prowess and leadership. 3. <a href="/topical/m/mighty_men_of_valor.htm">Mighty Men of Valor</a> This term is used to describe individuals who were not only physically strong and skilled in battle but also possessed leadership qualities and courage. It is a recurring theme in the Old Testament, often used to describe warriors and leaders.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/l/leadership_and_responsibility.htm">Leadership and Responsibility</a> The heads of families were responsible for leading and protecting their people. In our lives, we are called to lead with integrity and courage, whether in our families, workplaces, or communities. <a href="/topical/v/valor_and_faith.htm">Valor and Faith</a> Being a "mighty man of valor" involves more than physical strength; it requires faith and trust in God. We are encouraged to be courageous in our faith, standing firm in the face of challenges. <a href="/topical/l/legacy_and_influence.htm">Legacy and Influence</a> The fame of these men was tied to their actions and leadership. Our legacy is built on how we live our lives and influence others. We should strive to leave a positive impact that reflects our faith and values. <a href="/topical/c/community_and_support.htm">Community and Support</a> The mention of family heads highlights the importance of community and support systems. We are reminded to build strong, supportive relationships within our communities and families.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_chronicles_5.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 5</a> <a href="/q/israel's_fighting_men_count.htm">How many fighting men were in Israel? (2 Samuel 24:9 vs. 1 Chronicles 21:5)</a> <a href="/q/why_do_1_chr_21_5_and_2_sam_24_9_differ.htm">Why are the census figures in 1 Chronicles 21:5 different from those in 2 Samuel 24:9?</a> <a href="/q/how_many_fighting_men_in_israel.htm">In that count how many fighting men were found in Israel? Eight hundred thousand (2 Samuel 24:9) One million, one hundred thousand (I Chronicles 21:5)</a> <a href="/q/why_do_2_sam_24_9_and_1_chr_21_differ.htm">Why is there a discrepancy between the numbers given in 2 Samuel 24:9 and 1 Chronicles 21 for the same census?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/1_chronicles/5.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(24) And these were the heads . . . (name lost) Epher, and Ishi . . .--Of these seven "valiant warriors, men of renown, heads for their clans" nothing further is recorded. The meagre memorial of their names has at least this value: it proves that abundant materials for the history of Israel once existed, of which our canonical books have preserved authentic fragments.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_chronicles/5.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 24. - Epher; same root with Ophrah (<a href="/judges/6-11.htm">Judges 6:11, 15</a>). Of the seven heads of this half-tribe here quoted, no individual mention is made elsewhere. <a href="/1_chronicles/12-19.htm">1 Chronicles 12:19-22</a> confirms their renown for valour. <a href="/commentaries/1_chronicles/5-24.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>These וְאֵ֖לֶּה (wə·’êl·leh) Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - common plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_428.htm">Strong's 428: </a> These, those were the heads רָאשֵׁ֣י (rā·šê) Noun - masculine plural construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7218.htm">Strong's 7218: </a> The head of their families: אֲבוֹתָ֑ם (’ă·ḇō·w·ṯām) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1.htm">Strong's 1: </a> Father Epher, וְעֵ֡פֶר (wə·‘ê·p̄er) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6081.htm">Strong's 6081: </a> Epher -- two Israelites, also a Midianite Ishi, וְיִשְׁעִ֡י (wə·yiš·‘î) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3469.htm">Strong's 3469: </a> Ishi -- 'saving', four Israelites Eliel, וֶאֱלִיאֵ֡ל (we·’ĕ·lî·’êl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_447.htm">Strong's 447: </a> Eliel -- 'my God is God', the name of several Israelites Azriel, וְ֠עַזְרִיאֵל (wə·‘az·rî·’êl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5837.htm">Strong's 5837: </a> Azriel -- 'my help is God', three Israelites Jeremiah, וְיִרְמְיָ֨ה (wə·yir·mə·yāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3414.htm">Strong's 3414: </a> Jeremiah -- 'Yah loosens', the name of a number of Israelites Hodaviah, וְהוֹדַוְיָ֜ה (wə·hō·w·ḏaw·yāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1938.htm">Strong's 1938: </a> Hodaviah -- an Israelite name and Jahdiel. וְיַחְדִּיאֵ֗ל (wə·yaḥ·dî·’êl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3164.htm">Strong's 3164: </a> Jahdiel -- together [They were] mighty warriors, גִּבּ֣וֹרֵי (gib·bō·w·rê) Adjective - masculine plural construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1368.htm">Strong's 1368: </a> Powerful, warrior, tyrant famous שֵׁמ֔וֹת (šê·mō·wṯ) Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_8034.htm">Strong's 8034: </a> A name men, אֲנָשִׁים֙ (’ă·nā·šîm) Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_376.htm">Strong's 376: </a> A man as an individual, a male person and heads רָאשִׁ֖ים (rā·šîm) Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7218.htm">Strong's 7218: </a> The head of their families. אֲבוֹתָֽם׃ (’ă·ḇō·w·ṯām) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1.htm">Strong's 1: </a> Father <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_chronicles/5-24.htm">1 Chronicles 5:24 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/5-24.htm">1 Chronicles 5:24 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/1_chronicles/5-24.htm">1 Chronicles 5:24 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/5-24.htm">1 Chronicles 5:24 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/5-24.htm">1 Chronicles 5:24 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/1_chronicles/5-24.htm">1 Chronicles 5:24 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_chronicles/5-24.htm">1 Chronicles 5:24 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_chronicles/5-24.htm">1 Chronicles 5:24 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/1_chronicles/5-24.htm">1 Chronicles 5:24 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/1_chronicles/5-24.htm">1 Chronicles 5:24 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/5-24.htm">OT History: 1 Chronicles 5:24 These were the heads of their fathers' (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_chronicles/5-23.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Chronicles 5:23"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 5:23" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_chronicles/5-25.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Chronicles 5:25"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 5:25" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>