1 Chronicles 2:5
1 Chronicles 2:5 in Multiple Translations
The sons of Perez: Hezron and Hamul.
The sons of Pharez; Hezron, and Hamul.
The sons of Perez: Hezron, and Hamul.
The sons of Perez: Hezron and Hamul.
The sons of Perez: Hezron and Hamul.
The sonnes of Pharez, Hezron and Hamul.
Sons of Pharez: Hezron, and Hamul.
The sons of Perez: Hezron and Hamul.
The sons of Pharez; Hezron, and Hamul.
And the sons of Phares, were Hesron and Hamul.
The sons of Perez were Hezron and Hamul.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 2:5
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1 Chronicles 2:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּנֵי
פֶ֖רֶץ
חֶצְר֥וֹן
וְ/חָמֽוּל
בְּנֵי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
פֶ֖רֶץ
Perets
H6557
Perez
N-proper
חֶצְר֥וֹן
Chetsrôwn
H2696
Hezron
N-proper
וְ/חָמֽוּל
Châmûwl
H2538
Hamul
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 2:5
בְּנֵי
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
פֶ֖רֶץ
Perets
H6557
"Perez"
N-proper
Perez was an Israelite, the son of Judah and Tamar, and the twin brother of Zerah. His name means breach, and he was an ancestor of two families of Judah, the Hezronites and the Hamulites.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.38.29; son of: Judah (H3063) and Tamar (H8559); brother of: Zerah (H2226I); half-brother of: Er (H6147), Onan (H0209) and Shelah (H7956); father of: Hezron (H2696H) and Hamul (H2538) § Perez or Pharez = "breach" twin son with Zarah of Judah by Tamar and ancestor of two families of Judah, the Hezronites and Hamulites; from the Hezronites came the royal line of David and Christ
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: Perez, Pharez. See also: Genesis 38:29; 1 Chronicles 2:4; Nehemiah 11:6.
חֶצְר֥וֹן
Chetsrôwn
H2696
"Hezron"
N-proper
Hezron refers to a place in southern Judah and two Israelites. The name means surrounded by a wall, similar to Hazor.
Definition: Hezron = "surrounded by a wall" a place in the extreme south of Judah Another name of cha.tsor (חָצוֹר "Hazor" H2674G)
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: Hezron. See also: Genesis 46:9; Ruth 4:19; 1 Chronicles 5:3.
וְ/חָמֽוּל
Châmûwl
H2538
"Hamul"
Conj | N-proper
Hamul was an Israelite from the tribe of Judah, the son of Perez and the brother of Hezron. His name means spared. He is mentioned in Genesis 46:12 as the younger son of Pharez.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.12; son of: Perez (H6557); brother of: Hezron (H2696H) Also named: cha.mu.li (חָמוּלִי "Hamulite" H2539) § Hamul = "spared" the younger son of Pharez, Judah's son by Tamar
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Hamul. See also: Genesis 46:12; Numbers 26:21; 1 Chronicles 2:5.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 2:5
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Context — The Sons of Israel
3The sons of Judah: Er, Onan, and Shelah. These three were born to him by Bath-shua the Canaanite. Er, Judah’s firstborn, was wicked in the sight of the LORD. So the LORD put him to death.
4Tamar, Judah’s daughter-in-law, bore to him Perez and Zerah. Judah had five sons in all.
5The sons of Perez: Hezron and Hamul.
6The sons of Zerah: Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara —five in all. 7The son of Carmi: Achar, who brought trouble upon Israel by violating the ban on devoted things.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 46:12 | The sons of Judah: Er, Onan, Shelah, Perez, and Zerah; but Er and Onan died in the land of Canaan. The sons of Perez: Hezron and Hamul. |
| 2 | Ruth 4:18 | Now these are the generations of Perez: Perez was the father of Hezron, |
| 3 | Numbers 26:21 | And these were the descendants of Perez: the Hezronite clan from Hezron and the Hamulite clan from Hamul. |
| 4 | Matthew 1:3 | Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. |
| 5 | Luke 3:33 | the son of Amminadab, the son of Admin, the son of Arni, the son of Hezron, the son of Perez, the son of Judah, |
1 Chronicles 2:5 Summary
This verse lists the sons of Perez, who was a son of Judah, as Hezron and Hamul. The Bible is careful to record these family details because they are important for understanding the history of God's people and the lineage of Jesus Christ, as seen in Matthew 1:3-4. Just like how a family tree helps us understand our own heritage, the genealogies in the Bible help us see how God's plan of salvation unfolds over time, from the early stories in Genesis to the life of Jesus and beyond. By including these details, the Bible shows us that every person, no matter how ordinary they may seem, plays a role in God's larger story.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Perez in the Bible?
Perez was a son of Judah, born to him by his daughter-in-law Tamar, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 2:4 and also in Genesis 38:27-30, where we see the unusual circumstances of his birth.
What is the significance of Hezron and Hamul in the Bible?
Hezron and Hamul were the sons of Perez, listed here in 1 Chronicles 2:5, and they continue the genealogy of Judah's family, which is important for understanding the lineage of Jesus Christ, as seen in Matthew 1:3-4 and Luke 3:33.
Why are genealogies important in the Bible?
Genealogies, like the one in 1 Chronicles 2, are crucial for tracing the family lines of significant biblical figures, including Jesus Christ, and for understanding God's plan of salvation as it unfolds throughout the Old and New Testaments, such as in Romans 5:1-5 and Galatians 3:6-9.
How does this verse fit into the broader narrative of the Bible?
This verse is part of the historical records in 1 Chronicles, which provide a foundation for understanding the kingdom of Israel and the Davidic covenant, as discussed in 2 Samuel 7:1-17 and 1 Kings 2:1-4, highlighting God's faithfulness to His people.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn from the way the Bible carefully records the genealogies of its main characters, and how does this reflect God's attention to detail in our own lives?
- How does the story of Perez and his sons Hezron and Hamul illustrate the theme of God's sovereignty over human history, as seen in other parts of the Bible like Psalm 135:6 and Isaiah 46:10?
- In what ways does the family tree of Judah, including Perez and his sons, point forward to the coming of Jesus Christ and the fulfillment of God's promises to His people, as explained in Hebrews 11:1-40 and Revelation 5:1-14?
- What encouragement or challenge can we draw from the fact that God includes ordinary individuals like Hezron and Hamul in the biblical record, as seen also in Matthew 1:1-17 and Luke 3:23-38?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 2:5
The sons of Pharez,.... One of the above twins, born to Judah: Hezron and Hamul; see Genesis 46:12.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 2:5
And Tamar his daughter in law bare him Pharez and Zerah. All the sons of Judah were five. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 2:5
(5) The sons of Pharez.—From Gen. xlvi 12, which also names the five sons of Judah. Numbers 26:21 mentions the clans (mishpahath) of the Hezronites and Hamulites, as registered in a census held by Moses.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 2:5
5. The sons of Pharez] So Genesis 46:12.
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 2:5
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Genesis by Jim Cymbala | Jim Cymbala preaches on Genesis 38, focusing on the flawed character of Judah and the messy circumstances surrounding his family. He emphasizes that despite Judah's moral failures, |
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(Genesis) Genesis 37:34-36 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the grief of Jacob over the loss of his son Joseph. Jacob is seen mourning for his son and refusing to be comforted. The speaker suggests tha |
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(The Works of Faith) God Loves Us as He Loved Jesus by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of living a life that is pleasing to God. He encourages the audience to consider how they are spending their time and to make |
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Through the Bible - Genesis 37-38 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith explores the story of Joseph in Genesis 37-38, focusing on the dynamics of sibling rivalry and the consequences of favoritism within Jacob's family. Joseph, favored by |