1 Chronicles 26:6Also to Shemaiah his son were sons born, who ruled over the house of their father; for they were mighty men of valor.
The setting
Jerusalem, ~1000 BC. The chronicler records how leadership multiplied in Obed-Edom's family — not just numerical blessing, but character and capability passed down. Modern-day Jerusalem, Israel.
The emotion here: marveling at how God multiplies faithfulness through generations
The original word
gibbowr (גִּבּוֹר) — mighty warrior, hero of strength and courage, proven in battle
Why it matters
The phrase 'ruled over the house of their father' means these sons had authority even over their own father in temple duties
Read with care
What most readers miss in 1 Chronicles 26:6
This reversal of normal family hierarchy shows that in God's kingdom, gifting and calling can elevate even above family position
Common misconceptionPeople think this is about physical strength, but 'mighty men of valor' in temple service means spiritual courage and leadership ability.
The thread continues
Verses that echo 1 Chronicles 26:6
Bible Genome reading
1 Chronicles 26:6 — Bible Genome reading
Emotional genome
1 Chronicles 26:6 comes from the book of 1 Chronicles, written during the United Kingdom period. These words are attributed to Narrator. The dominant emotion in this verse is resting, with a comfort power of 20% and a tone that is reflective. It belongs to the genealogy genre of biblical literature. Key themes include temple service, family legacy. Notable phrases: mighty men of valor.
Emotionally similar
Verses that meet the same resting
“Love is patient and is kind; love doesn't envy. Love doesn't brag, is not proud,”
— 1 Corinthians 13:4
“When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, "It is finished." He bowed his head, and gave up his spirit.”
— John 19:30
“Yahweh is my shepherd: I shall lack nothing.”
— Psalms 23:1
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me. Your rod and your staff, they comfor…”
— Psalms 23:4
“"Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in the earth."”
— Psalms 46:10
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