1 Chronicles 1:24
1 Chronicles 1:24 in Multiple Translations
So from Shem came Arphaxad, Shelah,
¶ Shem, Arphaxad, Shelah,
Shem, Arpachshad, Shelah,
Shem, Arpachshad, Shelah,
Shem, Arphaxad, Shelah,
Shem, Arpachshad, Shelah,
Shem, Arphaxad, Shelah,
Shem, Arpachshad, Shelah,
Shem, Arphaxad, Shelah,
Sem, Arphaxad, Sale,
The descendants of Shem, in order from him to Abraham, were Arphaxad, Shelah,
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1 Chronicles 1:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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שֵׁ֥ם
אַרְפַּכְשַׁ֖ד
שָֽׁלַח
שֵׁ֥ם
Shêm
H8035
Shem
N-proper
אַרְפַּכְשַׁ֖ד
ʼArpakshad
H775
Arpachshad
N-proper
שָֽׁלַח
Shelach
H7974
Shelah
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 1:24
שֵׁ֥ם
Shêm
H8035
"Shem"
N-proper
Shem was Noah's eldest son, mentioned in Genesis 5:32, and the ancestor of many Semitic tribes. He had several sons, including Asshur and Aram, and is an important figure in biblical genealogy. Shem's story is part of the early history of humanity.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.5.32; son of: Noah (H5146); brother of: Ham (H2526) and Japheth (H3315); father of: Asshur (H0804H), Elam (H5867C), Arpachshad (H0775), Lud (H3865) and Aram (H0758) Also named: Sēm (Σήμ "Shem" G4590) § Shem = "name" the eldest son of Noah and progenitor of the Semitic tribes
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: Sem, Shem. See also: Genesis 5:32; Genesis 10:21; 1 Chronicles 1:24.
אַרְפַּכְשַׁ֖ד
ʼArpakshad
H775
"Arpachshad"
N-proper
Arpachshad was a son of Noah and the ancestor of a region, mentioned in Genesis 10:22 and Luke 3:36 as a part of Jesus' genealogy.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.10.22; son of: Shem (H8035); brother of: Asshur (H0804H), Elam (H5867C), Lud (H3865) and Aram (H0758); father of: Cainan (G2536); also called Arphaxad at Luk.3.36; Also named: Arphaxad (Ἀρφαξάδ "Arphaxad" G0742) § Arphaxad = "I shall fail as the breast: he cursed the breast-bottle" third son of Shem
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Arphaxad. See also: Genesis 10:22; Genesis 11:12; 1 Chronicles 1:24.
שָֽׁלַח
Shelach
H7974
"Shelah"
N-proper
Shelach was a man who lived after the flood, mentioned in Genesis 10:24 as the son of Cainan and father of Eber. His name means sprout, and he is an ancestor of Jesus.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.10.24; son of: Cainan (G2536); father of: Eber (H5677) Also named: Sala (Σαλά "Shelah" G4527H) § Salah or Shelah = "sprout" son of Arphaxad and father of Eber
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Salah, Shelah. Compare H7975 (שִׁלֹחַ)lemma שִׁלֹּחַ extra dagesh, corrected to שִׁלֹחַ. See also: Genesis 10:24; Genesis 11:14; 1 Chronicles 1:24.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 1:24
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Context — From Adam to Abraham
22Obal, Abimael, Sheba,
23Ophir, Havilah, and Jobab. All these were sons of Joktan.
24So from Shem came Arphaxad, Shelah,
25Eber, Peleg, Reu, 26Serug, Nahor, Terah,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Genesis 11:10–26 | This is the account of Shem. Two years after the flood, when Shem was 100 years old, he became the father of Arphaxad. And after he had become the father of Arphaxad, Shem lived 500 years and had other sons and daughters. When Arphaxad was 35 years old, he became the father of Shelah. And after he had become the father of Shelah, Arphaxad lived 403 years and had other sons and daughters. When Shelah was 30 years old, he became the father of Eber. And after he had become the father of Eber, Shelah lived 403 years and had other sons and daughters. When Eber was 34 years old, he became the father of Peleg. And after he had become the father of Peleg, Eber lived 430 years and had other sons and daughters. When Peleg was 30 years old, he became the father of Reu. And after he had become the father of Reu, Peleg lived 209 years and had other sons and daughters. When Reu was 32 years old, he became the father of Serug. And after he had become the father of Serug, Reu lived 207 years and had other sons and daughters. When Serug was 30 years old, he became the father of Nahor. And after he had become the father of Nahor, Serug lived 200 years and had other sons and daughters. When Nahor was 29 years old, he became the father of Terah. And after he had become the father of Terah, Nahor lived 119 years and had other sons and daughters. When Terah was 70 years old, he became the father of Abram, Nahor, and Haran. |
| 2 | Luke 3:34–36 | the son of Jacob, the son of Isaac, the son of Abraham, the son of Terah, the son of Nahor, the son of Serug, the son of Reu, the son of Peleg, the son of Eber, the son of Shelah, the son of Cainan, the son of Arphaxad, the son of Shem, the son of Noah, the son of Lamech, |
1 Chronicles 1:24 Summary
This verse shows how the family of Shem, one of Noah's sons, continued to grow and have children, including Arphaxad and Shelah. It's a reminder that God is always working in the lives of individuals and families, just like He was with Shem and his descendants, as seen in Genesis 9:26 and Genesis 11:10. By looking at these genealogies, we can see how God's plan unfolds over time, ultimately leading to the birth of Jesus Christ, as mentioned in Matthew 1:1-17. Just like the people listed in this verse, we are all part of God's bigger story, connected to those who came before us and to those who will come after us, as seen in Hebrews 11:1-40 and Revelation 7:9-10.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Shem in the biblical genealogy?
Shem is one of the three sons of Noah and is considered the father of the Semitic people, as seen in Genesis 5:32 and Genesis 6:10. His lineage is important in tracing the ancestry of Jesus Christ, as mentioned in Luke 3:23-38.
Why is Arphaxad mentioned after Shem?
Arphaxad is the son of Shem and is listed as part of the genealogy that leads to Abraham, as seen in Genesis 11:10-26. This emphasizes the connection between the early descendants of Noah and the patriarchs of the Israelites.
What can we learn from the genealogies in the Bible?
The genealogies in the Bible, such as the one in 1 Chronicles 1:24, demonstrate God's sovereignty and plan throughout human history, highlighting key individuals and their roles in His story, as seen in Romans 8:28-30 and Psalm 139:16.
How does this verse fit into the larger narrative of the Bible?
This verse is part of the genealogical record that connects the early history of humanity, as seen in Genesis 1-11, to the history of the Israelites and ultimately to the coming of Jesus Christ, as prophesied in various Old Testament passages, such as Isaiah 11:1-10 and Jeremiah 23:5-6.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's plan for humanity, and how can I apply this understanding to my own life?
- How does the mention of specific individuals in this verse, such as Shem and Arphaxad, demonstrate God's attention to detail and care for His people?
- In what ways can I, like the individuals listed in this verse, be part of God's larger story and plan, as seen in Ephesians 2:10 and Psalm 138:8?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of family and heritage in my own spiritual journey, as seen in Psalm 78:1-8 and Deuteronomy 4:9-10?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 1:24
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 1:5].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 1:24
Shem, Arphaxad, Shelah, Shem ... This comprises a list of ten, inclusive of Abraham. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 1:24
Arphaxad: having given a brief and general account of the original of the world, and the people in it, he now returns to a more large and particular account of the genealogy of Shem, from whom the Jews were descended.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 1:24
TEN FROM SHEM TO ABRAHAM; AN OF Genesis 11:10-26, ALL NOTICES (1 Chronicles 1:24-27). Between Arphaxad aud Shelah the LXX., at Genesis 11:12, insert Καίναν = Heb. Kκnan (1 Chronicles 1:2, above). The name is not contained in our present Hebrew text of Genesis. Kenan may have been dropped originally, in order to make Abraham the tenth from Shem, as Noah is tenth from Adam. The artificial symmetry of these ancient lists is evidently designed. Comp. the thrice fourteen generations in the genealogy of our Lord (Matthew 1). 1 Chronicles 1:28-42 enumerate a second series of seventy tribes or peoples, derived from Abraham through the three representative names of Ishmael, Keturah, and Isaac; just as the seventy peoples of the former series are derived from Noah through Shem, Ham, and Japheth. And as, in the former list, the sons of Japheth and Ham were treated of before the Semitic stocks, so, in the present instance, the sons of Ishmael and Keturah precede Isaac, and of Isaac’s sons Esau precedes Israel (35, seq.); because the writer wishes to lead up to Israel as the climax of his presentation.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 1:24
Verse 24. Shem] "The great priest." - T.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 1:24
24–27. The Descent of Abraham from Shem These verses are compressed within the smallest limits from Genesis 11:10-26. For another example of this extreme compression compare 1 Chronicles 1:1-4.
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 1:24
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The Records of Jesus' Ancestors Matthew 1:1-17 Luke 3:23-38 by David Servant | David Servant preaches about the significance of the two lists of Jesus' ancestors in Matthew and Luke, explaining the differences in ancestry through Joseph and Mary, tracing back |