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1 Chronicles 27:25-31

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25Over the king’s treasures was Azmaveth the son of Adiel. Over the treasures in the fields, in the cities, in the villages, and in the towers was Jonathan the son of Uzziah; 26Over those who did the work of the field for tillage of the ground was Ezri the son of Chelub. 27Over the vineyards was Shimei the Ramathite. Over the increase of the vineyards for the wine cellars was Zabdi the Shiphmite. 28Over the olive trees and the sycamore trees that were in the lowland was Baal Hanan the Gederite. Over the cellars of oil was Joash. 29Over the herds that fed in Sharon was Shitrai the Sharonite. Over the herds that were in the valleys was Shaphat the son of Adlai. 30Over the camels was Obil the Ishmaelite. Over the donkeys was Jehdeiah the Meronothite. Over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagrite. 31All these were the rulers of the property which was King David’s.

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Summary

Over the king’s treasures was Azmaveth the son of Adiel. David prepares materials and charges builders so God’s house may rise.

Interpretation

In 1 Chronicles 27:25-31, David prepares materials and charges builders so God’s house may rise. The Chronicler wants us to see the covenant God who remembers people by name, establishes David, and prepares a place for His Name. Listen to the text: “Over the king’s treasures was Azmaveth the son of Adiel. Over the treasures in the fields, in the cities, in the villages, and in the towers was Jonathan the son of Uzziah; Over those who did the…”

David prepares stone, metal, and charge so Solomon may build. Mentoring and materials both matter. The house is for Yahweh’s Name; preparation is love ahead of time.

Military divisions, tribal officers, and stewards of royal property—ordered kingdom life. In the preparation chapters, ordered ministry and stored gifts ready Solomon’s building. This passage belongs in that movement: 1 Chronicles 27:25-31 is not an isolated scrap but a step in God’s unfolding purpose. 1 Chronicles retells Israel’s story so a restored people can see that God keeps names, thrones, and worship under His faithful care.

For life with God, Prepare people and resources ahead of time so God’s Name is honored without scramble. Christ builds His church; we prepare as stewards, not as owners of the glory.

If 1 Chronicles 27:25-31 feels dense—especially amid names, numbers, or logistics—read it aloud slowly and ask what God is preserving. Chronicles writes for hearts that need rooted identity and renewed worship. Let one phrase from this passage become a prayer you carry today.

As you sit with 1 Chronicles 27:25-31, ask what it shows about the God who remembers names, keeps covenants, and dwells with His people. 1 Chronicles is living Scripture that forms identity and hope—not a mere archive. Let the text steady your confidence in Yahweh’s faithful care.

Reading 1 Chronicles 27:25-31 inside the whole book keeps genealogy, David’s rise, the ark, and temple preparation together. God preserves a people for worship even through failure and exile. Hold this passage in 1 Chronicles’ larger story that points toward Christ the Son of David.

Context

Military divisions, tribal officers, and stewards of royal property—ordered kingdom life.

Chapters 22–27 show David providing materials and ministry structures for Solomon.

1 Chronicles retells Israel’s past for worship and hope, often paralleling Samuel–Kings with distinctive theological emphasis.

The book’s second half prepares the temple so that God’s Name may dwell among His people.

Audience

Builders and mentors preparing the next generation for God’s house

Themes

  • Temple
  • Preparation
  • Stewardship
  • Calling

Keywords

temple · Solomon · materials · gold · prepare · build · charge · house