1 Chronicles 4:29
1 Chronicles 4:29 in Multiple Translations
Bilhah, Ezem, Tolad,
And at Bilhah, and at Ezem, and at Tolad,
and at Bilhah, and at Ezem, and at Tolad,
And at Bilhah, and at Ezem, and at Tolad,
Bilhah, Ezem, Tolad,
And at Bilhah, and at Ezem, and at Tolad,
and in Bilhah, and in Ezem, and in Tolad,
at Bilhah, at Ezem, at Tolad,
And at Bilhah, and at Ezem, and at Tolad,
And in Bala, and in Asom, and in Tholad,
Bilhah, Ezem, Tolad,
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1 Chronicles 4:29 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/בְ/בִלְהָ֥ה
וּ/בְ/עֶ֖צֶם
וּ/בְ/תוֹלָֽד
וּ/בְ/בִלְהָ֥ה
Bilhâh
H1090
Bilhah
Conj | Prep | N-proper
וּ/בְ/עֶ֖צֶם
ʻEtsem
H6107
Ezem
Conj | Prep | N-proper
וּ/בְ/תוֹלָֽד
Tôwlâd
H8434
Tolad
Conj | Prep | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 4:29
וּ/בְ/בִלְהָ֥ה
Bilhâh
H1090
"Bilhah"
Conj | Prep | N-proper
Bilhah was a concubine of Jacob and also the name of a place in Palestine, meaning troubled. She appears in Genesis 29-30. Bilhah was given to Jacob by his wife Rachel.
Definition: A woman living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.29.29; married to Israel (H3478); mother of: Dan (H1835H) and Naphtali (H5321) § Bilhah = "troubled" Rachel's handmaid whom she gave to Jacob as a concubine, mother to two of Jacob's children, Dan and Naphtali
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: Bilhah. See also: Genesis 29:29; Genesis 35:22; 1 Chronicles 7:13.
וּ/בְ/עֶ֖צֶם
ʻEtsem
H6107
"Ezem"
Conj | Prep | N-proper
Ezem is a place in Palestine, mentioned in the Bible as a city in the territory of Judah, later given to the tribe of Simeon. It is referred to in the book of Joshua and other historical accounts of the region.
Definition: § Azem or Ezem = "bone" a city in the Nekeb of Judah afterwards allotted to Simeon
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Azem, Ezem. See also: Joshua 15:29; Joshua 19:3; 1 Chronicles 4:29.
וּ/בְ/תוֹלָֽד
Tôwlâd
H8434
"Tolad"
Conj | Prep | N-proper
Tolad was a place in ancient Palestine, located in the territory of Simeon. The name Tolad means generation, and it is also known as El-tolad in some references.
Definition: § Tolad = "generation" a town in Simeon also 'El-tolad'
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Tolad. Compare H513 (אֶלְתּוֹלַד). See also: 1 Chronicles 4:29.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 4:29
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Context — The Descendants of Simeon
27Shimei had sixteen sons and six daughters, but his brothers did not have many children, so their whole clan did not become as numerous as the sons of Judah.
28They lived in Beersheba, Moladah, Hazar-shual,
29Bilhah, Ezem, Tolad,
30Bethuel, Hormah, Ziklag, 31Beth-marcaboth, Hazar-susim, Beth-biri, and Shaaraim. These were their cities until the reign of David.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joshua 19:3–4 | Hazar-shual, Balah, Ezem, Eltolad, Bethul, Hormah, |
1 Chronicles 4:29 Summary
This verse lists the names of some cities where the descendants of Judah lived, which helps us understand the history and community of God's people. Just like these cities were important to the Israelites, our own communities and relationships are important to us today (as seen in verses like Hebrews 10:24-25). By studying this verse, we can learn more about God's plan for His people and how we fit into that plan. We can also reflect on the importance of community, as discussed in other verses like 1 Corinthians 12:27.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the names listed in 1 Chronicles 4:29?
The names Bilhah, Ezem, and Tolad are likely places or cities where the descendants of Judah lived, as seen in the context of the surrounding verses, such as 1 Chronicles 4:28 and 1 Chronicles 4:30, which also list city names.
How does this verse relate to the bigger picture of the Bible?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of the Israelites and their history, which is also discussed in books like Genesis 1:1 and Exodus 1:1, showing God's plan for His people.
What can we learn from the listing of cities in 1 Chronicles 4:29?
The listing of cities like Bilhah, Ezem, and Tolad in 1 Chronicles 4:29 teaches us about the importance of community and the way God works through the lives of His people, as seen in other verses like Acts 2:42-47.
Why are some of these cities not mentioned elsewhere in the Bible?
Some cities, like Bilhah and Ezem, may not be mentioned elsewhere in the Bible because they were smaller or less significant in the broader narrative, but they are still important to the history of the Israelites, as seen in 1 Chronicles 4:29.
Reflection Questions
- What does the listing of these cities teach me about God's care for His people?
- How can I apply the concept of community, as seen in 1 Chronicles 4:29, to my own life?
- What role do I play in the larger story of God's people, and how can I be faithful to that calling?
- What can I learn from the way the Israelites lived in community, as described in 1 Chronicles 4:29 and other verses like Proverbs 27:17?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 4:29
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 4:28]
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 4:29
And at Bilhah, and at Ezem, and at Tolad, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 4:29
(29) Many of the places assigned to Simeon in this list are reckoned among the towns of the extreme south of Judah in Joshua 15:26, et seq. Bilhah, or Balah, is, perhaps, Baalah (Joshua 15:29); Ezem (Authorised Version, Azem) and Eltolad are also mentioned there. Their sites are unknown.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 4:29
29. Tolad] in Joshua 19:4 Eltolad, but el in this case is probably only the Arabic definite article.