1 Chronicles 5:6
1 Chronicles 5:6 in Multiple Translations
and Beerah his son, whom Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria carried into exile. Beerah was a leader of the Reubenites.
Beerah his son, whom Tilgath-pilneser king of Assyria carried away captive: he was prince of the Reubenites.
Beerah his son, whom Tilgath-pilneser king of Assyria carried away captive: he was prince of the Reubenites.
Beerah his son, whom Tiglath-pileser, king of Assyria, took away as a prisoner: he was chief of the Reubenites.
and Beerah his son, the one whom Tiglath-Pileser the king of Assyria took into exile. He (Beerah) was a leader of the Reubenites.
Beerah his sonne: whom Tilgath Pilneeser King of Asshur caryed away: he was a prince of the Reubenites.
Beerah his son, whom Tilgath-Pilneser king of Asshur removed; he [is] prince of the Reubenite.
and Beerah his son, whom Tilgath Pilneser king of Assyria carried away captive. He was prince of the Reubenites.
Beerah his son, whom Tilgath-pilneser king of Assyria carried away captive : he was prince of the Reubenites.
Beera his son, whom Thelgathphalnasar king of the Assyrians carried away captive, and he was prince in the tribe of Ruben.
Baal’s son was Beerah. Beerah was a leader of the tribe/descendants of Reuben. But Tiglath-Pileser the king of Assyria captured him and took him to Assyria.
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1 Chronicles 5:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּאֵרָ֣ה
בְנ֔/וֹ
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
הֶגְלָ֔ה
תִּלְּגַ֥ת
פִּלְנְאֶ֖סֶר
מֶ֣לֶךְ
אַשֻּׁ֑ר
ה֥וּא
נָשִׂ֖יא
לָ/רֽאוּבֵנִֽי
בְּאֵרָ֣ה
Bᵉʼêrâh
H880
Beerah
N-proper
בְנ֔/וֹ
bên
H1121
son
N-ms | Suff
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
הֶגְלָ֔ה
gâlâh
H1540
to reveal
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
תִּלְּגַ֥ת
Tiglath Pilʼeçer
H8407
Tiglath-pileser
N-proper
פִּלְנְאֶ֖סֶר
Tiglath Pilʼeçer
H8407
Tiglath-pileser
N-proper
מֶ֣לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
N-ms
אַשֻּׁ֑ר
ʼAshshûwr
H804
Asshur
N-proper
ה֥וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
נָשִׂ֖יא
nâsîyʼ
H5387
leader
N-ms
לָ/רֽאוּבֵנִֽי
Rᵉʼûwbênîy
H7206
Reubenite
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 5:6
בְּאֵרָ֣ה
Bᵉʼêrâh
H880
"Beerah"
N-proper
Beerah was an Israelite from the tribe of Reuben, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 5:6 as a chief exiled to Assyria. His name means 'well' and his father was Baal. Beerah lived during the Divided Monarchy period.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Reuben living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.5.6; son of: Baal (H1168) § Beerah = "well" a Reubenite chief exiled to Assyria
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Beerah. See also: 1 Chronicles 5:6.
בְנ֔/וֹ
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms | Suff
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.
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
הֶגְלָ֔ה
gâlâh
H1540
"to reveal"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to reveal or uncover something, often in a way that's embarrassing or shameful. It can also mean to exile someone, forcing them to leave their home. In some cases, it's used to describe God revealing himself to people.
Definition: : reveal[information] 1) to uncover, remove 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to uncover 1a2) to remove, depart 1a3) to go into exile 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) (reflexive) 1b1a) to uncover oneself 1b1b) to discover or show oneself 1b1c) to reveal himself (of God) 1b2) (passive) 1b2a) to be uncovered 1b2b) to be disclosed, be discovered 1b2c) to be revealed 1b3) to be removed 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to uncover (nakedness) 1c1a) nakedness 1c1b) general 1c2) to disclose, discover, lay bare 1c3) to make known, show, reveal 1d) (Pual) to be uncovered 1e) (Hiphil) to carry away into exile, take into exile 1f) (Hophal) to be taken into exile 1g) (Hithpael) 1g1) to be uncovered 1g2) to reveal oneself
Usage: Occurs in 167 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] advertise, appear, bewray, bring, (carry, lead, go) captive (into captivity), depart, disclose, discover, exile, be gone, open, [idiom] plainly, publish, remove, reveal, [idiom] shamelessly, shew, [idiom] surely, tell, uncover. See also: Genesis 9:21; Job 38:17; Psalms 18:16.
תִּלְּגַ֥ת
Tiglath Pilʼeçer
H8407
"Tiglath-pileser"
N-proper
Tiglath-pileser was a powerful Assyrian king who attacked the northern kingdom of Israel during the reign of Pekah, as recorded in 2 Kings 15:29. His name means uncovering a wonderful bond or alliance.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.15.19 § Tiglath-pileser or Tilgath-pilneser = "thou will uncover the wonderful bond" an Assyrian king who attacked Samaria or northern kingdom of Israel in the reign of Pekah
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Tiglath-pileser, Tilgath-pilneser. See also: 2 Kings 15:29; 1 Chronicles 5:6; 2 Chronicles 28:20.
פִּלְנְאֶ֖סֶר
Tiglath Pilʼeçer
H8407
"Tiglath-pileser"
N-proper
Tiglath-pileser was a powerful Assyrian king who attacked the northern kingdom of Israel during the reign of Pekah, as recorded in 2 Kings 15:29. His name means uncovering a wonderful bond or alliance.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.15.19 § Tiglath-pileser or Tilgath-pilneser = "thou will uncover the wonderful bond" an Assyrian king who attacked Samaria or northern kingdom of Israel in the reign of Pekah
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Tiglath-pileser, Tilgath-pilneser. See also: 2 Kings 15:29; 1 Chronicles 5:6; 2 Chronicles 28:20.
מֶ֣לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
אַשֻּׁ֑ר
ʼAshshûwr
H804
"Asshur"
N-proper
Asshur was the second son of Shem and the ancestor of the Assyrians, mentioned in Genesis 10:22. The name Asshur means 'a step'.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.10.22; son of: Shem (H8035); brother of: Elam (H5867C), Arpachshad (H0775), Lud (H3865) and Aram (H0758) § Asshur or Assyria = "a step" 1) the second son of Shem, eponymous ancestor of the Assyrians 2) the people of Assyria 3) the nation, Assyria 4) the land, Assyria or Asshur
Usage: Occurs in 138 OT verses. KJV: Asshur, Assur, Assyria, Assyrians. See H838 (אָשֻׁר). See also: Genesis 2:14; Isaiah 7:20; Psalms 83:9.
ה֥וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
נָשִׂ֖יא
nâsîyʼ
H5387
"leader"
N-ms
This word refers to a leader or a high-ranking official, like a king or a captain. It can also describe a rising mist, as seen in Isaiah 60:13. In the Bible, it often symbolizes power and authority.
Definition: one lifted up, chief, prince, captain, leader
Usage: Occurs in 120 OT verses. KJV: captain, chief, cloud, governor, prince, ruler, vapour. See also: Genesis 17:20; Numbers 34:26; Psalms 135:7.
לָ/רֽאוּבֵנִֽי
Rᵉʼûwbênîy
H7206
"Reubenite"
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A Reubenite is a descendant of Reuben, son of Israel and Leah, first mentioned in Genesis 29:32. Reubenites are part of the tribe of Reuben, living during the time of the Patriarchs. They are named after their ancestor Reuben.
Definition: Someone from the tribe of Reuben living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.29.32; son of: Israel (H3478) and Leah (H3812); brother of: Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074) and Dinah (H1783); half-brother of: Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Hanoch (H2585J), Pallu (H6396), Hezron (H2696) and Carmi (H3756) Group of re.u.ven (רְאוּבֵן "Reuben" H7205) § Reubenite, of Reuben "behold a son" a descendant of Reuben the son of Jacob
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: children of Reuben, Reubenites. See also: Numbers 26:7; Joshua 13:8; 1 Chronicles 27:16.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 5:6
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 5:6
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 5:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 5:6
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 5:6
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 5:6
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 5:6
Context — The Descendants of Reuben
4The descendants of Joel: Shemaiah his son, Gog his son, Shimei his son,
5Micah his son, Reaiah his son, Baal his son,
6and Beerah his son, whom Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria carried into exile. Beerah was a leader of the Reubenites.
7His relatives by their clans are recorded in their genealogy: Jeiel the chief, Zechariah, 8and Bela son of Azaz, the son of Shema, the son of Joel. They settled in Aroer and as far as Nebo and Baal-meon.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 5:26 | So the God of Israel stirred up the spirit of Pul king of Assyria (that is, Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria) to take the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh into exile. And he brought them to Halah, Habor, Hara, and the river of Gozan, where they remain to this day. |
| 2 | 2 Kings 15:29 | In the days of Pekah king of Israel, Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria came and captured Ijon, Abel-beth-maacah, Janoah, Kedesh, Hazor, Gilead, and Galilee, including all the land of Naphtali, and he took the people as captives to Assyria. |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 28:20 | Then Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria came to Ahaz but afflicted him rather than strengthening him. |
| 4 | 2 Kings 16:7 | So Ahaz sent messengers to Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria, saying, “I am your servant and your son. Come up and save me from the hands of the kings of Aram and Israel, who are rising up against me.” |
1 Chronicles 5:6 Summary
This verse tells us about a man named Beerah, who was a leader of the Reubenites, and how he was carried into exile by the king of Assyria, Tiglath-pileser (as seen in 1 Chronicles 5:6). This event was likely a difficult and challenging time for Beerah and his people, but it also reminds us of the importance of trusting in God's sovereignty, as seen in Psalm 103:19. Just like the Israelites, we can learn to trust in God's faithfulness, even in times of uncertainty and hardship, and to persevere in our walk with Him, as encouraged in Hebrews 10:36.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria and why did he carry Beerah into exile?
Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria was a powerful king who conquered many nations, including Israel, as prophesied in 2 Kings 15:29, and he carried Beerah into exile as part of his conquests, as seen in this verse, 1 Chronicles 5:6.
What does it mean that Beerah was a leader of the Reubenites?
As a leader of the Reubenites, Beerah would have held a position of authority and influence among his people, similar to the leaders mentioned in Numbers 1:5-16, and his exile would have had significant implications for the tribe.
How does this verse fit into the larger narrative of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of a larger genealogy of the tribes of Israel, specifically the Reubenites, and it provides important historical context for understanding the events that shaped the nation, as seen in 1 Chronicles 5:1-26.
What can we learn from Beerah's experience of being carried into exile?
Beerah's experience serves as a reminder of the consequences of sin and disobedience, as seen in Deuteronomy 28:63-64, and it also points to the faithfulness of God in preserving a remnant of His people, as promised in 2 Kings 19:30-31.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about the character of God and His dealings with His people?
- How does the experience of Beerah and the Reubenites relate to my own life and circumstances?
- What lessons can be learned from the leadership of Beerah and the impact of his exile on the tribe?
- In what ways can I apply the principles of faithfulness and perseverance seen in this verse to my own walk with God?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 5:6
Beerah his son,.... The last of Joel's posterity, who, according to the Targum and other Jewish writers (q) was a prophet, and the father of Hosea, see Hosea 1:1 but neither the name, title, time,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 5:6
Beerah his son, whom Tilgath-pilneser king of Assyria carried away captive: he was prince of the Reubenites. Beerah his son, whom Tiglath-pilneser ... carried away captive.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 5:6
1 Chronicles 5:6 Beerah his son, whom Tilgathpilneser king of Assyria carried away [captive]: he [was] prince of the Reubenites.Ver. 6. He was prince of the Reubenites.] But not the father of the prophet Hosea, as some have held. Lyra.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 5:6
(4-6) The sons of Joel.—The connection of this leading house with one of the four sons just mentioned, is implied but not stated. The line of Joel is traced through seven generations to Beerah, who was transported to Assyria by Tiglath Pileser. II., 734 B.C., in the reign of Pekah, king of Israel. Supposing there are no gaps in the series, Joel flourished 280 years (7 x 40) before that date; that is, about 1014 B.C., under David and Solomon.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 5:6
Verse 6. Beerah his son] After their separation from the house of David the ten tribes continued to have princes of the tribes; and this continued till the time that Tiglath-pileser carried them captives into Assyria. At that time Beerah was their prince or chief; and with him this species of dominion or precedency terminated. According to the Targum, Beerah was the same as Baruch the prophet.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 5:6
6. Tilgath-pilneser] called Tiglath-pileser (2 Kings 15:29), and no doubt identical with Pul (ib. 2 Kings 15:19). See F. Hommel in Hastings’ Bible Dict., Assyria, p. 185. The Chronicler is therefore in error in speaking of Pul and Tilgath-pilneser as two persons; cp. 1 Chronicles 5:26.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 5:6
6. Tilgath-pilneser — A corrupt orthography, probably by careless copyists, of Tiglath-pileser. See on 2 Kings 15:29.