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Amasai, and Ahimoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_chronicles/6.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The sons of Elkanah <i>were</i> Amasai and Ahimoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_chronicles/6.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The sons of Elkanah <i>were</i> Amasai and Ahimoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/6.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The sons of Elkanah were Amasai and Ahimoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_chronicles/6.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And the sons of Elkanah <i>were</i> Amasai and Ahimoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_chronicles/6.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />The sons of Elkanah <i>were</i> Amasai and Ahimoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_chronicles/6.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The sons of Elkanah: Amasai and Ahimoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_chronicles/6.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Elkanah’s sons: Amasai and Ahimoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_chronicles/6.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Elkanah&#8217s sons: Amasai and Ahimoth, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_chronicles/6.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And the sons of Elkanah: Amasai, and Ahimoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/1_chronicles/6.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Elkanah was the father of Amasai and Ahimoth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_chronicles/6.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And the sons of Elkanah; Amasai, and Ahimoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_chronicles/6.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Elkanah's sons were Amasai and Ahimoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/1_chronicles/6.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Elkanah had two sons, Amasai and Ahimoth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_chronicles/6.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Elkanah's descendants included Amasai and Ahimoth, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_chronicles/6.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The descendants of Elkanah: Amasai, Ahimoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_chronicles/6.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The sons of Elkanah: Amasai, Ahimoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_chronicles/6.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The sons of Elkanah: Amasai, and Ahimoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_chronicles/6.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And the sons of Elkanah; Amasai, and Ahimoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_chronicles/6.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The sons of Elkanah: Amasai and Ahimoth. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/1_chronicles/6.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And sons of Elkanah: Amasai and Ahimoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_chronicles/6.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And sons of Elkanah; Amasai and Ahimoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_chronicles/6.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And the sons of Elkanah: Amasai, and Ahimoth.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/1_chronicles/6.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The sons of Elcana: Amasai, and Achimoth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_chronicles/6.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />The sons of Elkanah: Amasai and Ahimoth<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_chronicles/6.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The sons of Elkanah were Amasai and Ahimoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_chronicles/6.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The sons of Elkanah: Amasai and Ahimoth,<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_chronicles/6.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And the sons of Hilkanah: Amasai and Ahimoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/1_chronicles/6.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And the sons of Halqana: Amshi and Akhimuth<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/1_chronicles/6.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And the sons of Elkanah: Amasai, and Ahimoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/1_chronicles/6.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And the sons of Helcana; Amessi, and Achimoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_chronicles/6-25.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/wtNNY-qpWWI?start=1757" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/6.htm">The Descendants of Levi</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">24</span>Tahath his son, Uriel his son, Uzziah his son, and Shaul his son. <span class="reftext">25</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ū·ḇə·nê (Conj-w:: N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">The descendants</a> <a href="/hebrew/511.htm" title="511: ’el·qā·nāh (N-proper-ms) -- From 'el and qanah; God has obtained; Elkanah, the name of several Israelites.">of Elkanah:</a> <a href="/hebrew/6022.htm" title="6022: ‘ă·mā·śay (N-proper-ms) -- The name of several Isr. From amac; burdensome; Amasai, the name of three Israelites.">Amasai,</a> <a href="/hebrew/287.htm" title="287: wa·’ă·ḥî·mō·wṯ (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- My brother is death, a Levite. From 'ach and muwth; brother of death; Achimoth, an Israelite.">Ahimoth,</a> </span><span class="reftext">26</span>Elkanah his son, Zophai his son, Nahath his son,…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/6-18.htm">Exodus 6:18-20</a></span><br />The sons of Kohath were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. Kohath lived 133 years. / The sons of Merari were Mahli and Mushi. These were the clans of the Levites according to their records. / And Amram married his father’s sister Jochebed, and she bore him Aaron and Moses. Amram lived 137 years.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/3-19.htm">Numbers 3:19-20</a></span><br />The sons of Kohath by their clans were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. / And the sons of Merari by their clans were Mahli and Mushi. These were the clans of the Levites, according to their families.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/26-58.htm">Numbers 26:58-59</a></span><br />These were the families of the Levites: The Libnite clan, the Hebronite clan, the Mahlite clan, the Mushite clan, and the Korahite clan. Now Kohath was the father of Amram, / and Amram’s wife was named Jochebed. She was also a daughter of Levi, born to Levi in Egypt. To Amram she bore Aaron, Moses, and their sister Miriam.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/23-12.htm">1 Chronicles 23:12-13</a></span><br />The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel—four in all. / The sons of Amram: Aaron and Moses. Aaron and his descendants were set apart forever to consecrate the most holy things, to burn incense before the LORD, to minister before Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/24-20.htm">1 Chronicles 24:20-31</a></span><br />Now these were the rest of the descendants of Levi: From the sons of Amram: Shubael; from the sons of Shubael: Jehdeiah. / As for Rehabiah, from his sons: The first was Isshiah. / From the Izharites: Shelomoth; from the sons of Shelomoth: Jahath. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-33.htm">1 Chronicles 6:33-38</a></span><br />These are the men who served, together with their sons. From the Kohathites: Heman the singer, the son of Joel, the son of Samuel, / the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah, / the son of Zuph, the son of Elkanah, the son of Mahath, the son of Amasai, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/9-14.htm">1 Chronicles 9:14-16</a></span><br />From the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, a descendant of Merari; / Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph; / Obadiah son of Shemaiah, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun; and Berechiah son of Asa, the son of Elkanah, who lived in the villages of the Netophathites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/29-12.htm">2 Chronicles 29:12-14</a></span><br />Then the Levites set to work: Mahath son of Amasai and Joel son of Azariah from the Kohathites; Kish son of Abdi and Azariah son of Jehallelel from the Merarites; Joah son of Zimmah and Eden son of Joah from the Gershonites; / Shimri and Jeuel from the Elizaphanites; Zechariah and Mattaniah from the Asaphites; / Jehiel and Shimei from the Hemanites; and Shemaiah and Uzziel from the Jeduthunites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/12-8.htm">Nehemiah 12:8-9</a></span><br />The Levites were Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, who, with his associates, led the songs of thanksgiving. / Bakbukiah and Unni, their associates, stood across from them in the services.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/12-22.htm">Nehemiah 12:22-26</a></span><br />In the days of Eliashib, Joiada, Johanan, and Jaddua, during the reign of Darius the Persian, the heads of the families of the Levites and priests were recorded. / As for the descendants of Levi, the family heads up to the days of Johanan son of Eliashib were recorded in the Book of the Chronicles. / The leaders of the Levites were Hashabiah, Sherebiah, and Jeshua son of Kadmiel, along with their associates, who stood across from them to give praise and thanksgiving as one section alternated with the other, as prescribed by David the man of God. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/1-1.htm">Matthew 1:1-17</a></span><br />This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: / Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. / Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/3-23.htm">Luke 3:23-38</a></span><br />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, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/7-35.htm">Acts 7:35-38</a></span><br />This Moses, whom they had rejected with the words, ‘Who made you ruler and judge?’ is the one whom God sent to be their ruler and redeemer through the angel who appeared to him in the bush. / He led them out and performed wonders and signs in the land of Egypt, at the Red Sea, and for forty years in the wilderness. / This is the same Moses who told the Israelites, ‘God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among your brothers.’ ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-11.htm">Hebrews 7:11-14</a></span><br />Now if perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood (for on this basis the people received the law), why was there still need for another priest to appear—one in the order of Melchizedek and not in the order of Aaron? / For when the priesthood is changed, the law must be changed as well. / He of whom these things are said belonged to a different tribe, from which no one has ever served at the altar. ...</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And the sons of Elkanah; Amasai, and Ahimoth.</p><p class="hdg">A.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/6-35.htm">1 Chronicles 6:35,36</a></b></br> The son of Zuph, the son of Elkanah, the son of Mahath, the son of Amasai, … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/6-24.htm">Exodus 6:24</a></b></br> And the sons of Korah; Assir, and Elkanah, and Abiasaph: these <i>are</i> the families of the Korhites.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_chronicles/29-12.htm">Amasai</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/15-24.htm">Ama'sai</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-22.htm">Descendants</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-23.htm">Elkanah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-23.htm">Elka'nah</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_chronicles/6-35.htm">Amasai</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-35.htm">Ama'sai</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-29.htm">Descendants</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-26.htm">Elkanah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-26.htm">Elka'nah</a><div class="vheading2">1 Chronicles 6</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-1.htm">The sons of Levi.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-4.htm">The line of Eleazar unto the captivity.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-16.htm">The families of Gershom, Kohath, and Merari.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">49. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-49.htm">The office of Aaron, and his line unto Ahimaaz.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">54. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-54.htm">The cities of the priests and Levites.</a></span><br></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><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <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> <br /><br /> </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/6.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/6.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>The descendants of Elkanah:</b><br>Elkanah is a significant figure in the Bible, primarily known as the father of the prophet Samuel. He was a Levite, belonging to the Kohathite clan, which was responsible for the care of the sanctuary's most sacred objects. This lineage highlights the importance of Elkanah's family in the religious life of Israel. The mention of Elkanah's descendants in this genealogical record underscores the continuity of the Levitical priesthood and its role in maintaining the worship and spiritual leadership of the nation. Elkanah's family is also a reminder of God's faithfulness in preserving the priestly line, which is crucial for the spiritual heritage of Israel.<p><b>Amasai,</b><br>Amasai is one of the descendants of Elkanah, and his name appears in the genealogical records of the Levites. The name Amasai means "burdensome" or "strong," which may reflect the character or the role he played within his family or community. While specific details about Amasai's life and contributions are not extensively documented in the Bible, his inclusion in the genealogy signifies his place in the continuity of the Levitical line. This continuity is essential for understanding the structure and function of the priesthood in Israel, as each member played a role in the religious and cultural life of the nation.<p><b>Ahimoth,</b><br>Ahimoth is another descendant of Elkanah, and like Amasai, his name is part of the genealogical record of the Levites. The name Ahimoth can be translated as "brother of death" or "brother of the dead," which might suggest a connection to themes of mortality or a role in rituals related to death. Although the Bible does not provide extensive information about Ahimoth's life or deeds, his presence in the genealogy emphasizes the importance of each individual in maintaining the lineage and responsibilities of the Levitical priesthood. This lineage is crucial for understanding the historical and spiritual context of Israel, as it reflects the enduring legacy of those who served in the temple and contributed to the nation's covenant relationship with God.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/e/elkanah.htm">Elkanah</a></b><br>A Levite, mentioned in the genealogies of the Levites. He is an ancestor of Samuel, the prophet, and is part of the Kohathite lineage, which was responsible for the care of the sanctuary.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/a/amasai.htm">Amasai</a></b><br>A son of Elkanah, part of the Levitical lineage. His name means "burden-bearer" or "strong," indicating a role of strength or support within the family or community.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/a/ahimoth.htm">Ahimoth</a></b><br>Another son of Elkanah, whose name means "brother of death" or "brother of wrath." His inclusion in the genealogy highlights the importance of family lineage in the Levitical priesthood.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/i/importance_of_lineage_and_heritage.htm">Importance of Lineage and Heritage</a></b><br>The genealogies in Chronicles remind us of the importance of our spiritual heritage. Just as the Levites were set apart for specific duties, we are called to recognize and honor our spiritual lineage and responsibilities.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/roles_and_responsibilities_in_god's_kingdom.htm">Roles and Responsibilities in God's Kingdom</a></b><br>Each name in the genealogy represents a role within God's plan. We are reminded that every believer has a unique role and responsibility in the body of Christ, contributing to the overall mission of the Church.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_across_generations.htm">Faithfulness Across Generations</a></b><br>The mention of Elkanah and his sons highlights the faithfulness required across generations. We are encouraged to pass down our faith and values to the next generation, ensuring the continuity of God's work.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/strength_in_service.htm">Strength in Service</a></b><br>The name Amasai, meaning "strong," serves as a reminder that God equips us with the strength needed to fulfill our roles. We are called to rely on His strength in our service to Him.<a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/1_chronicles/6.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(25) <span class= "bld">And the sons of Elkanah; Amasai.</span>--See last Note. It is natural to identify the Elkanah of <a href="/1_chronicles/6-36.htm" title="The son of Elkanah, the son of Joel, the son of Azariah, the son of Zephaniah,">1Chronicles 6:36</a> with this one. The posterity of both are so nearly the same; otherwise we might have taken the present Elkanah for the person mentioned in <a href="/1_chronicles/6-23.htm" title="Elkanah his son, and Ebiasaph his son, and Assir his son,">1Chronicles 6:23</a>.<p><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_chronicles/6-25.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">The descendants</span><br /><span class="heb">וּבְנֵי֙</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ḇə·nê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Elkanah:</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶלְקָנָ֔ה</span> <span class="translit">(’el·qā·nāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_511.htm">Strong's 511: </a> </span><span class="str2">Elkanah -- 'God has created', the name of several Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Amasai,</span><br /><span class="heb">עֲמָשַׂ֖י</span> <span class="translit">(‘ă·mā·śay)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6022.htm">Strong's 6022: </a> </span><span class="str2">Amasai -- the name of several Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Ahimoth,</span><br /><span class="heb">וַאֲחִימֽוֹת׃</span> <span class="translit">(wa·’ă·ḥî·mō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_287.htm">Strong's 287: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ahimoth -- 'my brother is death', a Levite</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_chronicles/6-25.htm">1 Chronicles 6:25 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/6-25.htm">1 Chronicles 6:25 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/6-25.htm">1 Chronicles 6:25 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/6-25.htm">1 Chronicles 6:25 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/6-25.htm">1 Chronicles 6:25 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/1_chronicles/6-25.htm">1 Chronicles 6:25 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_chronicles/6-25.htm">1 Chronicles 6:25 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_chronicles/6-25.htm">1 Chronicles 6:25 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/1_chronicles/6-25.htm">1 Chronicles 6:25 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/1_chronicles/6-25.htm">1 Chronicles 6:25 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/1_chronicles/6-25.htm">OT History: 1 Chronicles 6:25 The sons of Elkanah: Amasai and Ahimoth (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-24.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Chronicles 6:24"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 6:24" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-26.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Chronicles 6:26"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 6:26" /></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>