1 Chronicles 4:6
1 Chronicles 4:6 in Multiple Translations
Naarah bore to him Ahuzzam, Hepher, Temeni, and Haahashtari. These were the descendants of Naarah.
And Naarah bare him Ahuzam, and Hepher, and Temeni, and Haahashtari. These were the sons of Naarah.
And Naarah bare him Ahuzzam, and Hepher, and Temeni, and Haahashtari. These were the sons of Naarah.
And Naarah had Ahuzzam by him, and Hepher and Temeni and Haahashtari. These were the sons of Naarah.
Naarah was the mother of Ahuzzam, Hepher, Temeni, and Haahashtari. These were the sons of Naarah.
And Naarah bare him Ahuzam, and Hepher, and Temeni and Haashtari: these were the sonnes of Naarah.
and Naarah beareth to him Ahuzzam, and Hepher, and Temeni, and Haahashtari: these [are] sons of Naarah.
Naarah bore him Ahuzzam, Hepher, Temeni, and Haahashtari. These were the sons of Naarah.
And Naarah bore him Ahuzam, and Hepher, and Temeni, and Haahashtari. These were the sons of Naarah.
And Naara bore him Ozam, and Hepher, and Themani, and Ahasthari: these are the sons of Naara.
The sons of Asshur and his wife Naarah were Ahuzzam, Hepher, Temeni, and Haahashtari.
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1 Chronicles 4:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/תֵּ֨לֶד
ל֤/וֹ
נַעֲרָה֙
אֶת
אֲחֻזָּ֣ם
וְ/אֶת
חֵ֔פֶר
וְ/אֶת
תֵּימְנִ֖י
וְ/אֶת
הָ/אֲחַשְׁתָּרִ֑י
אֵ֖לֶּה
בְּנֵ֥י
נַעֲרָֽה
וַ/תֵּ֨לֶד
yâlad
H3205
to beget
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
ל֤/וֹ
Prep | Suff
נַעֲרָה֙
Naʻărâh
H5292
Naarah
N-proper
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
אֲחֻזָּ֣ם
ʼĂchuzzâm
H275
Ahuzzam
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
חֵ֔פֶר
Chêpher
H2660
Hepher
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
תֵּימְנִ֖י
Têymᵉnîy
H8488
Temeni
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
הָ/אֲחַשְׁתָּרִ֑י
ʼăchashtârîy
H326
Haahashtari
Art | N-proper
אֵ֖לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
these
Pron
בְּנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
נַעֲרָֽה
Naʻărâh
H5292
Naarah
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 4:6
וַ/תֵּ֨לֶד
yâlad
H3205
"to beget"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
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.
ל֤/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
נַעֲרָה֙
Naʻărâh
H5292
"Naarah"
N-proper
Naarah was a woman in the Bible, the wife of Ashhur and mother of several children, including Ahuzzam and Hepher. She lived during the time of the Divided Monarchy and is mentioned in 1 Chronicles.
Definition: Naarah or Naarath = "maiden" one of the landmarks on the southern boundary of the territory of Ephraim Another name of na.a.ran (נַעֲרָן "Naaran" H5295)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Naarah, Naarath. See also: Joshua 16:7; 1 Chronicles 4:5; 1 Chronicles 4:6.
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.
אֲחֻזָּ֣ם
ʼĂchuzzâm
H275
"Ahuzzam"
N-proper
Ahuzzam was an Israelite who lived during the time of the Divided Monarchy, and is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:6 as a descendant of Judah. His name means possessor, indicating that he was a person of significance and ownership.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.4.6; son of: Ashhur (H0806) and Naarah (H5292B); brother of: Hepher (H2660), Temeni (H8488) and Haahashtari (H0326); half-brother of: Zereth (H6889), Izhar (H3328), Ethnan (H0869) and Koz (H6976) § Ahuzam = "possessor" a descendant of Judah through Caleb
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Ahuzam. See also: 1 Chronicles 4:6.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | 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.
חֵ֔פֶר
Chêpher
H2660
"Hepher"
N-proper
Hepher refers to a place in Palestine or a person's name, meaning a well. In 1 Chronicles 11:36, a man named Hepher is listed as one of David's warriors, known for his strength. It symbolizes a source of life.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.11.36 § Hepher = "a well" 1) a place in ancient Canaan, west of the Jordan, conquered by Joshua 2) a place in Judah, probably the same as 1 above
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Hepher. See also: Numbers 26:32; Joshua 17:2; 1 Chronicles 11:36.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | 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.
תֵּימְנִ֖י
Têymᵉnîy
H8488
"Temeni"
N-proper
Temeni was an Israelite from the tribe of Judah, mentioned in 1 Chronicles as a son of Ashhur. He is listed among his brothers and half-brothers in the genealogy.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.4.6; son of: Ashhur (H0806) and Naarah (H5292B); brother of: Ahuzzam (H0275), Hepher (H2660) and Haahashtari (H0326); half-brother of: Zereth (H6889), Izhar (H3328), Ethnan (H0869) and Koz (H6976) § Temeni = "southern" a Judaite, son of Ashur by one of his two wives Naarah
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Temeni. See also: 1 Chronicles 4:6.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | 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.
הָ/אֲחַשְׁתָּרִ֑י
ʼăchashtârîy
H326
"Haahashtari"
Art | N-proper
Haahashtari was an Israelite from the tribe of Judah, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:6, and his name means diligently observing the searching. He was a son of Ashhur and Naarah. His name reflects a strong desire to seek and follow God.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.4.6; son of: Ashhur (H0806) and Naarah (H5292B); brother of: Ahuzzam (H0275), Hepher (H2660) and Temeni (H8488); half-brother of: Zereth (H6889), Izhar (H3328), Ethnan (H0869) and Koz (H6976) § Haahashtari = "I will diligently observe the searching" a descendant of Ashur of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Haakashtari (includ. the article). See also: 1 Chronicles 4:6.
אֵ֖לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
"these"
Pron
This Hebrew word is used to point out specific people or things, like saying 'these' or 'those'. It appears in the book of Genesis, where God says 'let there be light' and separates the light from the darkness.
Definition: 1) these 1a) used before antecedent 1b) used following antecedent Aramaic equivalent: el.leh (אֵלֶּה "these" H0429)
Usage: Occurs in 697 OT verses. KJV: an-(the) other; one sort, so, some, such, them, these (same), they, this, those, thus, which, who(-m). See also: Genesis 2:4; Exodus 35:1; Deuteronomy 1:35.
בְּנֵ֥י
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.
נַעֲרָֽה
Naʻărâh
H5292
"Naarah"
N-proper
Naarah was a woman in the Bible, the wife of Ashhur and mother of several children, including Ahuzzam and Hepher. She lived during the time of the Divided Monarchy and is mentioned in 1 Chronicles.
Definition: Naarah or Naarath = "maiden" one of the landmarks on the southern boundary of the territory of Ephraim Another name of na.a.ran (נַעֲרָן "Naaran" H5295)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Naarah, Naarath. See also: Joshua 16:7; 1 Chronicles 4:5; 1 Chronicles 4:6.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 4:6
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Context — The Descendants of Judah
4Penuel was the father of Gedor, and Ezer was the father of Hushah. These were the descendants of Hur, the firstborn of Ephrathah and the father of Bethlehem.
5Ashhur the father of Tekoa had two wives, Helah and Naarah.
6Naarah bore to him Ahuzzam, Hepher, Temeni, and Haahashtari. These were the descendants of Naarah.
7The sons of Helah were Zereth, Zohar, Ethnan, 8and Koz, who was the father of Anub and Zobebah and of the clans of Aharhel son of Harum.1 Chronicles 4:6 Summary
This verse tells us about Naarah, who was married to Ashhur and had four sons: Ahuzzam, Hepher, Temeni, and Haahashtari. It shows us that every person in the Bible, no matter how well-known or unknown, has a role in God's larger story, similar to how every believer is part of the body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12:12-27). By including these details, the Bible emphasizes the value of family and heritage, as seen in passages like Psalm 127:3-5, where children are considered a blessing from the Lord.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Naarah in the Bible?
Naarah was one of the wives of Ashhur, the father of Tekoa, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:5-6. She is noted for bearing him four sons: Ahuzzam, Hepher, Temeni, and Haahashtari.
What is the significance of the genealogies in 1 Chronicles?
The genealogies in 1 Chronicles, such as the one including Naarah's sons in 1 Chronicles 4:6, are important for understanding the family lines and tribal affiliations of the Israelites, as seen in similar accounts like Genesis 5:1-32 and Numbers 1:1-54.
How does this verse relate to the broader biblical narrative?
This verse contributes to the overall narrative of the Bible by providing a glimpse into the family lines of the Israelites, which is essential for understanding the history and promises of God's people, much like the genealogies in Matthew 1:1-17 and Luke 3:23-38.
What can we learn from the names of Naarah's sons?
The names of Naarah's sons, such as Ahuzzam, Hepher, Temeni, and Haahashtari, may hold cultural or spiritual significance, similar to the names in Genesis 29:32-35, where the meanings of the names reflect the circumstances of their births or the character of their parents.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about the importance of family and lineage in biblical times?
- How can reflecting on the names and roles of lesser-known biblical figures, like Naarah and her sons, enrich our understanding of God's sovereignty and plan?
- In what ways can the detailed accounts of genealogies, such as in 1 Chronicles 4, inform our appreciation for the meticulous nature of God's design and providence?
- What lessons can be drawn from the fact that Naarah, a relatively minor figure, is still noted in Scripture for her contributions to the family of God?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 4:6
And Naarah bare him Ahuzam, and Hepher, and Temeni, and Haahashtari,.... Of whom we have no account elsewhere: these were the sons of Naarah; the second wife of Ashur.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 4:6
And Ashur the father of Tekoa had two wives, Helah and Naarah. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 4:6
THAT CAME OF ASH-HUR (1 Chronicles 4:5-7). (5) And Ashur the father of Tekoa.—See 1 Chronicles 2:24, and Notes. If Ashur means the Hurites, the two wives, Helah and Naarah, may designate two settlements of this great clan. (6) Hepher.—A district of southern Judah, near Tappuach (Joshua 12:17; 1 Kings 4:10). Temeni is a Gentilic name, formed from the word Têmân, “the south.” This clan was called “the Southrons,” and doubtless lived with the others in the south of Judah. Haahashtari is another nomen gentilicium, meaning the Ahashtarites (“muleteers;” comp. Esther 8:10). (7) The sons of Helah are unknown from other sources. Jezoar should be Zohar, according to the Hebrew margin. The Heb. text has Izhar.
Ethnan.—Harlot’s hire (Hosea 9:1). There may have been a foreign element in this clan or township.