Also Jonathan David's uncle was a counsellor, a wise man, and a scribe: and Jehiel the son of Hachmoni was with the king's sons:

1 CHRONICLES 27:32KJV
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1 Chronicles 27:32 (KJV)

What does 1 Chronicles 27:32 mean?

1 Chronicles 27:32 describes Jonathan, who was David’s uncle, as a trusted adviser, a wise man, and a scribe, and also mentions Jehiel, the son of Hachmoni, who was responsible for being with the king’s sons. The verse highlights the roles of key individuals who supported King David’s administration and his family.

This verse comes from a section listing the officials and helpers in King David’s court. The writer is describing the people who had important responsibilities, showing how David’s government was organized. Jonathan is recognized for his wisdom and his role as a counselor and record-keeper, while Jehiel is noted for his involvement with the king’s sons, likely as a tutor or overseer.

The Hebrew behind 1 Chronicles 27:32

  • "uncle" (דּוֹד, dod): This word means a close male relative, often an uncle. The verse clarifies Jonathan’s family connection to David, which may explain the trust placed in him.
  • "counsellor" (יוֹעֵץ, yo‘etz): This term refers to someone who gives advice or guidance, highlighting Jonathan’s role in advising the king.
  • "wise" (בִּין, bin): This word means understanding or discerning, emphasizing Jonathan’s reputation for practical wisdom.
  • "scribe" (סוֹפֵר, sofer): This term refers to someone who writes or records official matters, showing Jonathan’s administrative duties in David’s court.

Why 1 Chronicles 27:32 matters

  • The verse shows that David’s leadership relied on trusted family members and skilled officials, not just on military leaders or priests.
  • It highlights the importance of wisdom and record-keeping in the administration of the kingdom, not just force or ritual.
  • By naming Jehiel as being with the king’s sons, the verse hints at the care taken in educating and overseeing the royal family, which was crucial for the stability of David’s dynasty.

Where else these words appear

“Hachmoni” Hebrew H2453 · used in 2 verses

  • 1 Chronicles 11:11 And this is the number of the mighty men whom David had; Jashobeam, an Hachmonite, the chief of the captains: he lifted up his spear against three hundred slain by him at one time.

“Jehiel” Hebrew H3171 · used in 14 verses

  • 1 Chronicles 15:18 And with them their brethren of the second degree, Zechariah, Ben, and Jaaziel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehiel, and Unni, Eliab, and Benaiah, and Maaseiah, and Mattithiah, and Elipheleh, and Mikneiah, and Obededom, and Jeiel, the porters.
  • 1 Chronicles 29:8 And they with whom precious stones were found gave them to the treasure of the house of the LORD, by the hand of Jehiel the Gershonite.
  • 2 Chronicles 35:8 And his princes gave willingly unto the people, to the priests, and to the Levites: Hilkiah and Zechariah and Jehiel, rulers of the house of God, gave unto the priests for the passover offerings two thousand and six hundred small cattle, and three hundred oxen.

“uncle” Hebrew H1730 · used in 53 verses

  • Leviticus 10:4 And Moses called Mishael and Elzaphan, the sons of Uzziel the uncle of Aaron, and said unto them, Come near, carry your brethren from before the sanctuary out of the camp.
  • Song of Solomon 2:3 As the apple tree among the trees of the wood, so is my beloved among the sons. I sat down under his shadow with great delight, and his fruit was sweet to my taste.
  • Song of Solomon 6:1 Whither is thy beloved gone, O thou fairest among women? whither is thy beloved turned aside? that we may seek him with thee.

“Jonathan” Hebrew H3083 · used in 73 verses

  • Judges 18:30 And the children of Dan set up the graven image: and Jonathan, the son of Gershom, the son of Manasseh, he and his sons were priests to the tribe of Dan until the day of the captivity of the land.
  • 1 Samuel 20:28 And Jonathan answered Saul, David earnestly asked leave of me to go to Bethlehem:
  • 2 Samuel 9:3 And the king said, Is there not yet any of the house of Saul, that I may shew the kindness of God unto him? And Ziba said unto the king, Jonathan hath yet a son, which is lame on his feet.