Head of a priestly division during David's reign
Jehoiarib
Named in 1 verse of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 24:7.
יְהוֹיָרִיבJehoiarib
The name means “fighting, or multiplying, of the Lord.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
About Jehoiarib Written by AI
Jehoiarib is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 24:7 as the head of the first priestly division organized by King David. As part of David's reforms, the priests were divided into 24 groups to serve in the temple on a rotating basis. The order of service was determined by casting lots, and Jehoiarib's division was selected first. This suggests that Jehoiarib and his descendants held a prominent position among the priestly families. The text does not provide any further information about Jehoiarib's background or his specific role in the priestly duties. However, the organization of the priestly divisions was a significant step in establishing a structured and efficient system for temple service, ensuring that the worship of God was carried out regularly and in an orderly manner.
Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.
Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897
Jehovah defends, a priest at Jerusalem, head of one of the sacerdotal courses (1 Chr. 9:10; 24:7). His “course” went up from Babylon after the Exile (Ezra 2:36-39; Neh. 7:39-42).
M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.
Where the Bible names him
- 1 Chronicles 24:7
The first lot fell to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.