1 Chronicles 1:48

This verse lists the descendants of Abraham's concubine Keturah, emphasizing the fulfillment of God's promise to make Abraham the father of many nations. It highlights the importance of lineage and genealogy in tracing the history of God's chosen people. The inclusion of Keturah's descendants showcases God's faithfulness in multiplying Abraham's offspring as He had promised. This genealogy serves as a reminder of God's covenant with Abraham and His sovereignty in fulfilling His plans through generations.

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Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke Bible Commentary

By the river - "Shaul of Plathiutha, a great city, built on the banks of the Euphrates." - T.

1 Chronicles 1:48

The Kings of Edom

⁴⁷When Hadad died, Samlah from Masrekah reigned in his place. ⁴⁸When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates reigned in his place.

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Berean Standard Bible

When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates reigned in his place.

American Standard Version (1901)

And Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth by the River reigned in his stead.

Bible in Basic English

And at the death of Samlah, Shaul of Rehoboth by the river became king in his place,

Douay-Rheims 1899

Semla also died, and Saul of Rohoboth, which is near the river, reigned in his stead.

Free Bible Version

When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the River took over as king.

Geneva Bible 1599

And Samlah dyed, and Shaul of Rehoboth by the riuer reigned in his stead.

King James (Authorized) Version

And when Samlah was dead, Shaul of Rehoboth by the river reigned in his stead.

Translation for Translators

When Samlah died, Shaul became the king. He was from Rehoboth city along the Euphrates river.

Unlocked Literal Bible

When Samlah died, Shaul of Rehoboth on the river reigned in his place.

Noah Webster Bible

And when Samlah was dead, Shaul of Rehoboth by the river reigned in his stead.

World English Bible

Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth by the River reigned in his place.

Young's Literal Translation

and Samlah dieth, and reign in his stead doth Shaul from Rehoboth of the River;