1 Chronicles 9:9 net — Their relatives, listed in their genealogical records, numbered 956. All these men were leaders of their families.

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"Their relatives, listed in their genealogical records, numbered 956. All these men were leaders of their families."

— 1 Chronicles 9:9, NET Bible

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1 Chronicles 9 — Context

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From the descendants of Zerah: Jeuel. Their relatives numbered 690.

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From the descendants of Benjamin:Sallu son of Meshullam, son of Hodaviah, son of Hassenuah;

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Ibneiah son of Jeroham; Elah son of Uzzi, son of Mikri; and Meshullam son of Shephatiah, son of Reuel, son of Ibnijah.

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Their relatives, listed in their genealogical records, numbered 956. All these men were leaders of their families.

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From the priests:Jedaiah; Jehoiarib; Jakin;

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Azariah son of Hilkiah, son of Meshullam, son of Zadok, son of Meraioth, son of Ahitub the leader in God’s temple;

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Adaiah son of Jeroham, son of Pashhur, son of Malkijah; and Maasai son of Adiel, son of Jahzerah, son of Meshullam, son of Meshillemith, son of Immer.

1 Chronicles 9:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Chronicles 9:9 say?
1 Chronicles 9:9 in the NET Bible reads: “Their relatives, listed in their genealogical records, numbered 956. All these men were leaders of their families.”
Where is 1 Chronicles 9:9 in the Bible?
1 Chronicles 9:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 1 Chronicles, chapter 9, verse 9.
Who wrote 1 Chronicles?
1 Chronicles is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Ezra). It was written c. 450–425 BC.
What is the book of 1 Chronicles about?
1 Chronicles retells Israel's history from a priestly, post-exilic perspective. After extensive genealogies, it focuses on David — his reign, his preparations for the temple, and the line through which God's eternal kingdom would come.
What are the major themes of 1 Chronicles?
1 Chronicles explores themes including Genealogy, David's Reign, Temple Preparation, Worship, Continuity. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Chronicles 9:9.
What translation should I read 1 Chronicles 9:9 in?
1 Chronicles 9:9 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 Chronicles 9:9?
1 Chronicles 9:9 reads (NET): “Their relatives, listed in their genealogical records, numbered 956. All these men were leaders of their families.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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