Bible Strands
1 Chronicles 25:12
the fifth to Nethaniah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The chronicler records the allocation of musical divisions to specific leaders during the organization of temple worship. The text assigns the fifth division to Nethaniah, his sons, and his relatives.
The words — חֲמִישִׁי (chamishí) translates literally as “the fifth,” while שְׁנֵים עָשָׂר (shnayim 'asar) literally means “two plus ten,” denoting twelve. These terms anchor the verse in a numbered sequence of equal groups.
The thread — This structural pattern repeats in 1 Chronicles 25:11 and 1 Chronicles 25:13, where each leader receives a division of twelve members. The consistent numbering establishes a formal roster for temple service.
Why it lands — The verse requires the reader to track the precise distribution of duties across named families. It demands attention to how leadership and responsibility are systematically recorded rather than left to chance.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
The fifth to Nethaniah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve: