King James Version
What Does 1 Chronicles 6:24 Mean?
“Tahath his son, Uriel his son, Uzziah his son, and Shaul his son.”
Context
22
The sons of Kohath; Amminadab his son, Korah his son, Assir his son, Amminadab: or, Izahar.ver.2.18.
23
Elkanah his son, and Ebiasaph his son, and Assir his son,
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Tahath his son, Uriel his son, Uzziah his son, and Shaul his son.
25
And the sons of Elkanah; Amasai, and Ahimoth.
26
As for Elkanah: the sons of Elkanah; Zophai his son, and Nahath his son, Zophai: or, Zuph
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(24) In the corresponding verse of the genealogy of Heman below (1Chronicles 6:38) the names are Tahath, Zephaniah, Azariah, and Joel. It is easy to suppose that as the two series diverge after Tahath, Uriel and Zephaniah are two different sons of Tahath. But we notice (1) that Uzziah (1Chronicles 6:24) may = Azariah, 1Chronicles 6:36 (comp. King Uzziah—Azariah, 2Kings 15:1; 2Chronicles 26:1); (2) that although there is an apparent break between 1Chronicles 6:24-25, so that a new list begins with *the* sons of Elkanah (1Chronicles 6:25), yet 1Chronicles 6:35-36 speak of an “Amasai, son of Elkanah,” in exact agreement with 1Chronicles 6:25; and (3) that the correspondence between the two lists (1Chronicles 6:22-30; 1Chronicles 6:33-38) is so close, that it is difficult not to assume their substantial identity. Uriel *may* have been also known as Zephaniah, and Shaul as Joel.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of 1 Chronicles. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
1 Chronicles 6:24 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.