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Jachin
he that strengthens and makes steadfast
יָכִין ya.khin
Jachin (Hebrew: יָכִין, ya.khin) means “he that strengthens and makes steadfast”, by traditional interpretation. Four men in scripture bear the name; the best attested belongs to the Patriarchal period. In 2025 it was given to 8 children in the United States. Use is falling away. Appears in the same passages as Elisheba.
Which Jachin?
Four men in scripture bear this name. Here is each of them.
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Jachin
son of Simeon
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Jachin
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Jachin
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Jachin
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At a glance
- Verses
- 7 across 5 books
- Bearers
- 4 distinct people in scripture
- Testament
- Old
- Era
- Patriarchal
Using it today
Based on 2025 births across the United States.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Given in 2025 | 8 | Falling |
| All-time total | 493 | Since records begin in 1880 |
| Peak | 26 in 2011 | Its highest year on record |
In scripture
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| First appears | Genesis 46:10 |
| Last appears | Nehemiah 11:10 |
| Cross-references | 57 linked passages |
Names connected to this one
- Shaul attested sibling Attested sibling — both named as children of Simeon.
- Jamin attested sibling Attested sibling — both named as children of Simeon.
- Zerah attested sibling Attested sibling — both named as children of Simeon.
- Jemuel attested sibling Attested sibling — both named as children of Simeon.
- Jamin co-occurrence Appears with Jamin in 1 Chronicles 4.
- Jemuel co-occurrence Appears with Jemuel in 1 Chronicles 4.
- Shaul co-occurrence Appears with Shaul in 1 Chronicles 4.
- Zohar co-occurrence Appears with Zohar in 1 Chronicles 4.
Origin & meaning
A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.24.17
§ Jachin = "He will establish"
a priest and the head of the 21st course in the time of David
Jachin was the head of the twenty-first priestly division organized by King David.
The biblical story
Jachin is mentioned in 1Ch.24.17 as the head of the twenty-first priestly division established during the reign of King David. This chapter describes how David, along with the chief priests Zadok and Ahimelech, organized the priests into twenty-four divisions for their service in the temple.
Each division was responsible for serving in the temple for a specific period, ensuring that the priestly duties were carried out continuously throughout the year (1Ch.24.19). The order of the divisions was determined by casting lots, and Jachin was selected as the head of the twenty-first division.
As the head of his division, Jachin would have been responsible for overseeing the priestly duties during his appointed time of service. These duties included offering sacrifices, burning incense, and maintaining the temple's holy vessels and furnishings.
The organization of the priestly divisions by David was an important step in establishing a structured and efficient system for temple worship. This system continued to be followed even after the construction of Solomon's temple and throughout the history of the divided monarchy.
No other specific details are provided about Jachin's life or personal characteristics. His inclusion in this list, however, highlights the significance of the priestly divisions and their role in maintaining proper worship in the temple.
Key verses
Jachin appears in 1 verse. Here are some of the most notable:
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The one and twentieth to Jachin, the two and twentieth to Gamul,
1 Chronicles 24:17
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1 Chronicles (1)
- 1 Chronicles 24:17