1 Chronicles 2:36
1 Chronicles 2:36 in Multiple Translations
Attai was the father of Nathan, Nathan was the father of Zabad,
And Attai begat Nathan, and Nathan begat Zabad,
And Attai begat Nathan, and Nathan begat Zabad,
And Attai was the father of Nathan, and Nathan was the father of Zabad,
Attai was the father of Nathan. Nathan was the father of Zabad,
And Attai begate Nathan, and Nathan begate Zabad,
and Attai begat Nathan, and Nathan begat Zabad,
Attai became the father of Nathan, and Nathan became the father of Zabad,
And Attai begat Nathan, and Nathan begat Zabad,
And Ethei begot Nathan, and Nathan beget Zabad.
Attai was the father of Nathan. Nathan was the father of Zabad.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 2:36
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1 Chronicles 2:36 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/עַתַּי֙
הֹלִ֣יד
אֶת
נָתָ֔ן
וְ/נָתָ֖ן
הוֹלִ֥יד
אֶת
זָבָֽד
וְ/עַתַּי֙
ʻAttay
H6262
Attai
Conj | N-proper
הֹלִ֣יד
yâlad
H3205
to beget
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
נָתָ֔ן
Nâthân
H5416
Nathan
N-proper
וְ/נָתָ֖ן
Nâthân
H5416
Nathan
Conj | N-proper
הוֹלִ֥יד
yâlad
H3205
to beget
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
זָבָֽד
Zâbâd
H2066
Zabad
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 2:36
וְ/עַתַּי֙
ʻAttay
H6262
"Attai"
Conj | N-proper
Refers to Attai, a man from the tribe of Judah, and also the name of two other Israelites. Attai means opportune, and is mentioned in 2 Chronicles 11:20.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 2Ch.11.20; son of: Rehoboam (H7346) and Maacah (H4601K); brother of: Abijah (H0029I), Ziza (H2124H) and Shelomith (H8019); half-brother of: Jeush (H3266K), Shemariah (H8114H) and Zaham (H2093) § Attai = "opportune" 1) a Judaite, grandson of Sheshan the Jerahmeelite by daughter Ahlai whom he gave in marriage to Jarha, his Egyptian slave; his grandson Zabad was one of David's mighty warriors 2) one of the lion-faced warriors of Gad, captains of the host, who joined David in the wilderness 3) the 2nd son of king Rehoboam of Judah by Maachah, the daughter of Absalom
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Attai. See also: 1 Chronicles 2:35; 1 Chronicles 12:12; 2 Chronicles 11:20.
הֹלִ֣יד
yâlad
H3205
"to beget"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to give birth or beget a child, like when Eve gave birth to Cain in Genesis 4:1. It can also mean to help someone give birth, like a midwife. This word is used in many KJV translations, including Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) to bear, bringforth, beget, gender, travail 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to bear, bring forth 1a1a) of child birth 1a1b) of distress (simile) 1a1c) of wicked (behaviour) 1a2) to beget 1b) (Niphal) to be born 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to cause or help to bring forth 1c2) to assist or tend as a midwife 1c3) midwife (participle) 1d) (Pual) to be born 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to beget (a child) 1e2) to bear (fig. -of wicked bringing forth iniquity) 1f) (Hophal) day of birth, birthday (infinitive) 1g) (Hithpael) to declare one's birth (pedigree)
Usage: Occurs in 403 OT verses. KJV: bear, beget, birth(-day), born, (make to) bring forth (children, young), bring up, calve, child, come, be delivered (of a child), time of delivery, gender, hatch, labour, (do the office of a) midwife, declare pedigrees, be the son of, (woman in, woman that) travail(-eth, -ing woman). See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 30:19; 2 Samuel 21:22.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
נָתָ֔ן
Nâthân
H5416
"Nathan"
N-proper
Nathan was a prophet in the time of King David and Solomon, and his name means 'giver' in Hebrew, as mentioned in 1 Kings and 1 Chronicles.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.39 § Nathan = "giver" 1) a son of David by Bathsheba 2) the eminent prophet in the time of David and Solomon 3) a man of Zobah, father of one of David's mighty warriors 4) father of Azariah who was over the officers of Solomon 5) son of Attai and father of Zabad of the tribe of Judah 6) brother of Joel of the tribe of Judah 7) one of the head men who returned from Babylon with Ezra 8) a man with a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 9) head of a family of Israel who shall mourn when they look on Him whom they pierced
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: Nathan. See also: 2 Samuel 5:14; 1 Kings 1:34; Psalms 51:2.
וְ/נָתָ֖ן
Nâthân
H5416
"Nathan"
Conj | N-proper
Nathan was a prophet in the time of King David and Solomon, and his name means 'giver' in Hebrew, as mentioned in 1 Kings and 1 Chronicles.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.39 § Nathan = "giver" 1) a son of David by Bathsheba 2) the eminent prophet in the time of David and Solomon 3) a man of Zobah, father of one of David's mighty warriors 4) father of Azariah who was over the officers of Solomon 5) son of Attai and father of Zabad of the tribe of Judah 6) brother of Joel of the tribe of Judah 7) one of the head men who returned from Babylon with Ezra 8) a man with a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 9) head of a family of Israel who shall mourn when they look on Him whom they pierced
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: Nathan. See also: 2 Samuel 5:14; 1 Kings 1:34; Psalms 51:2.
הוֹלִ֥יד
yâlad
H3205
"to beget"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to give birth or beget a child, like when Eve gave birth to Cain in Genesis 4:1. It can also mean to help someone give birth, like a midwife. This word is used in many KJV translations, including Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) to bear, bringforth, beget, gender, travail 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to bear, bring forth 1a1a) of child birth 1a1b) of distress (simile) 1a1c) of wicked (behaviour) 1a2) to beget 1b) (Niphal) to be born 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to cause or help to bring forth 1c2) to assist or tend as a midwife 1c3) midwife (participle) 1d) (Pual) to be born 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to beget (a child) 1e2) to bear (fig. -of wicked bringing forth iniquity) 1f) (Hophal) day of birth, birthday (infinitive) 1g) (Hithpael) to declare one's birth (pedigree)
Usage: Occurs in 403 OT verses. KJV: bear, beget, birth(-day), born, (make to) bring forth (children, young), bring up, calve, child, come, be delivered (of a child), time of delivery, gender, hatch, labour, (do the office of a) midwife, declare pedigrees, be the son of, (woman in, woman that) travail(-eth, -ing woman). See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 30:19; 2 Samuel 21:22.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
זָבָֽד
Zâbâd
H2066
"Zabad"
N-proper
Zabad was the name of several Israelites, including a descendant of Judah and one of David's mighty warriors. The name Zabad means he endows or gives generously.
Definition: A man of the Ammonites living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.12.22; son of: Shimeath (H8100); also called Zabad at 2Ch.24.26; Another name of yo.za.khar (יוֹזָכָר "Jozacar" H3108) § Zabad = "he endows" 1) a descendant of Judah; son of Nathan, grandson of Attai, great grandson of Ahlai Sheshan's daughter 2) son of Tahath 3) one of David's mighty warriors (could be the same as 1 above) 4) son of Shimeath, an Ammonitess; a conspirator against and, with Jehozabad, the murderer of Joash (also called 'Jozachar') 5) one of the sons of Zattu, who put away his foreign wife at the command of Ezra 6) one of the descendants of Hashum, who, in the time of Ezra, had a foreign wife 7) one of the sons of Nebo, who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Zabad. See also: 1 Chronicles 2:36; 2 Chronicles 24:26; Ezra 10:43.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 2:36
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Context — The Sons of Israel
34Sheshan had no sons, but only daughters. He also had an Egyptian servant named Jarha.
35Sheshan gave his daughter in marriage to his servant Jarha, and she bore to him Attai.
36Attai was the father of Nathan, Nathan was the father of Zabad,
37Zabad was the father of Ephlal, Ephlal was the father of Obed, 38Obed was the father of Jehu, Jehu was the father of Azariah,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 11:41 | Uriah the Hittite, Zabad son of Ahlai, |
1 Chronicles 2:36 Summary
This verse, 1 Chronicles 2:36, lists the descendants of Judah, highlighting the importance of family and heritage in the Bible. Attai, Nathan, and Zabad are mentioned as part of this lineage, showing that every person plays a role in God's plan, just as we see in Psalm 139:13-16. The Bible includes these genealogies to emphasize God's faithfulness and sovereignty, as seen in Genesis 1:1 and Romans 8:28, reminding us that we are all part of a larger story. By studying these verses, we can gain a deeper understanding of God's love and care for His people, and trust in His goodness and wisdom.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the genealogy in 1 Chronicles 2:36?
The genealogy in 1 Chronicles 2:36 is significant because it provides a record of the descendants of Judah, which is important for understanding the lineage of Jesus Christ, as seen in Matthew 1:1-17 and Luke 3:23-38.
Who is Attai in the Bible?
Attai is a descendant of Judah, and his son Nathan is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 2:36, but little is known about him outside of this verse, emphasizing the importance of every individual in God's plan, as seen in Psalm 139:13-16.
Why does the Bible include so many genealogies?
The Bible includes genealogies to emphasize the importance of family, heritage, and God's sovereign plan, as seen in Genesis 5:1-32 and 1 Chronicles 1:1-54, which provide a framework for understanding the history of God's people.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the Bible?
This verse is part of a larger narrative that highlights God's faithfulness to His people, as seen in Deuteronomy 7:9 and Romans 11:28, demonstrating His commitment to His covenant promises throughout history.
Reflection Questions
- What can I learn from the fact that Attai, Nathan, and Zabad are included in the genealogy of Judah, despite being relatively unknown figures?
- How does the recording of genealogies in the Bible, such as in 1 Chronicles 2:36, reflect God's attention to detail and care for His people?
- In what ways can I apply the principle of being part of a larger family, as seen in this verse, to my own life and relationships?
- What does this verse reveal about God's sovereignty and plan for His people, and how can I trust in His goodness and wisdom?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 2:36
Ver. 36 [See comments on 1 Chronicles 2:35].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 2:36
And Attai begat Nathan, and Nathan begat Zabad, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 2:36
(9-41) The Hezronites, who were sons of Pharez (1 Chronicles 2:5), and their three lines of descent, Jerahmeel, Ram, and Chelubai.